Catherine Bower

Catherine Bower

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Unabridged birth certificates on the chopping block?

20 Sep 2018

The annual Tourism Public Lecture looked at digitalisation in tourism.

Digital solutions to create sustainable growth for tourism

19 Sep 2018

SA’s arrivals look low, compared to 2017.

Decline continues for SA arrivals

18 Sep 2018

Victoria Falls Activities – the app will be available for Android and Apple users.

Bushtracks Africa to launch new booking app for Vic Falls region

14 Sep 2018

The Afropunk Festival promotes inclusivity through music and entertainment.

Afropunk returns to Constitution Hill this December

14 Sep 2018

Industry players weigh in on how to take advantage of the region’s cultural and natural attractions.

Taking full advantage of nearby attractions

14 Sep 2018

Women in tourism weigh in on their role in the industry.

Tourism in SA: Women play a vital role

14 Sep 2018

UTB and UWA have been earmarked for closure by Uganda’s national government.

Uganda’s government to dissolve key tourism agencies

12 Sep 2018

South Africa celebrates Tourism Month in September.

Tourism in SA: overcoming industry challenges

07 Sep 2018

The Western Cape has become a world-leader in drought management, and the tourism industry wants the world to know this.

Good news about Cape Town’s water!

07 Sep 2018

Knysna’s Featherbed Private Nature Reserve was almost completely destroyed in June last year. Credit: Featherbed Co.

Featherbed Private Nature Reserve reopens following Knysna fires

06 Sep 2018

KZN offers families a chance to see beaches, animals and mountains all in one province.

KwaZulu-Natal: A family-friendly option in South Africa

31 Aug 2018

We unpack the reasons behind a decline in arrivals from India in 2018.

Indian arrivals into SA: why have numbers dropped?

29 Aug 2018

SANParks has introduced online ticketing options, hoping to create easier access at Boulders and Cape Point.

SANParks introduces online group bookings in Western Cape

29 Aug 2018

The Chinese market has shown a decline, and industry experts weigh in on why.

SA’s arrivals: Unpacking China's decline

23 Aug 2018

Coastal Aviation is re-directing flights to Tanga, Tanzania.

Kwajoni airstrip, Tanzania, to close for maintenance

23 Aug 2018

SANParks has opened the tender process for the management of the Skukuza Safari Lodge, through a private public partnership.

SANParks calls for submissions for management of new Kruger lodge

22 Aug 2018

Celebrate Mandela in his centenary year in the city he chose as home.

Mandela’s Johannesburg

17 Aug 2018

Johannesburg continues to deliver some great sights for tourists to visit.

City hot-spots and the ever-changing landscape of the city

17 Aug 2018

Mmabatho Montsho’s solo exhibit will be held at Constitution Hill during August. Credit: Mmabatho Montsho.

Constitution Hill hosts art exhibit for Women’s Month

17 Aug 2018

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