Tourism in South Africa only accounts for 3.2% of the country’s GDP. For a country with unique wildlife, white sand beaches and exceptional biodiversity, this is a missed opportunity, experts say. | City_Press
Empty recliners are seen on the popular Camps Bay beach in Cape Town as numbers of international tourists decline following Covid-19 travel restrictions. The country is simply not doing enough to cash in on tourism dollars. Photo: ReutersAccording to the latest report from the World Tourism Council, South Africa is the third-lowest on a list of 20 countries in terms of travel and tourism’s contribution to the economy.
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