On August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) for the second time in two years. This was followed by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) declaring a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS) on August 13, 2024. These declarations were prompted by the emergence of a new strain (clade Ib) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and its spread to neighbouring countries.

Tshifhiwa Tshivengwa, Chairperson of the SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance, stated: “We take these declarations seriously and commend the proactive approach of global and regional health authorities. However, it’s crucial to understand that the risk to travellers in Southern Africa remains low. Our member countries are implementing robust measures to manage and mitigate any potential spread of the virus.”

SADC member states have responded swiftly to the situation:

1. South Africa: The Department of Health has reported 24 cases of Mpox (clade IIb) as of August 2024, primarily affecting people who have had physical contact with an infectious person. The country has implemented enhanced surveillance and contact tracing protocols.
2. Botswana: As of August 16, 2024, Botswana has intensified screening for Mpox at selected ports of entry, including Kazungula, Maun airport, and Gaborone Airport, demonstrating proactive measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
3. Angola: As of August 16, 2024, Angola has not registered any cases of Mpox but has reinforced its contingency plan, particularly focusing on border control with the DRC and Congo.
4. Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi: These countries have not reported Mpox cases but have heightened surveillance and preparedness measures.
5. Democratic Republic of the Congo: While experiencing a significant outbreak, the DRC is working closely with WHO and Africa CDC to implement control measures. It’s important to note that typical tourist destinations in Southern Africa are far from affected areas.

The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance further wishes to clarify its position on Mpox and travel to Southern Africa:

1. Low risk for tourists: The risk of Mpox transmission in Southern African countries remains lower than in many traveller source markets. Typical tourist activities do not put travellers at high risk for contracting Mpox.
2. No travel restrictions: As of August 2024, there are no widespread travel restrictions related to Mpox for Southern African countries. Only Canada has issued a level 2 advisory, simply recommending realistic precautions.
3. Safe tourist activities: Safari and wildlife viewing activities are safe. There is no increased risk of Mpox transmission from being in forests or around wildlife.
4. Proactive management: SADC member states have implemented surveillance, contact tracing, and treatment protocols to effectively manage potential Mpox cases.
5. Economic importance of tourism: Tourism is vital for our economies and conservation efforts. We encourage travellers to maintain their plans to visit our region while staying informed about health guidelines.

Advice for travellers

While we emphasise the low risk, we advise travellers to:

1. Practice good hygiene, including frequent hand washing.
2. Avoid close contact with individuals who appear ill or have visible skin lesions.
3. Stay informed about health guidelines in their specific destination.
4. Seek medical attention if they develop symptoms such as fever or unexplained skin rash.

“We want to reassure our global partners and potential visitors that Southern Africa continues to offer safe, unforgettable experiences,” Tshivengwa added. “Our member countries have taken proactive steps to manage health concerns, ensuring that tourism activities remain low-risk and enjoyable.”

The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance remains committed to providing accurate, up-to-date information and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all who wish to experience the wonders of Southern Africa.

In a significant move to enhance tourism services across the SADC region, a pioneering Train the Trainer Tourism Customer Service Workshop was recently conducted. This initiative, a key component of the SADC Tourism Programme 2020-2030, focuses on equipping border officials with crucial customer service skills to create a more welcoming and efficient experience for travellers, thereby bolstering the tourism sector across SADC member states.

The workshop emerged from a collaborative effort led by the SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance and the SADC Secretariat, working in tandem with the Joint Action NaturAfrica / Climate Resilience and Natural Resource Management (C-NRM) Programme.

This programme, a partnership between SADC, the European Union, and Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), underscores the region’s commitment to improving tourism infrastructure and service quality.

As a major driver of economic growth in the region, tourism is a key industry of focus for SADC and consequently several initiatives are outlined in the SADC Tourism Programme to enhance the experience of visiting tourists, such as improved and aligned visa regimes, improved air access and capacity building at touchpoints that tourists encounter along their journey.

“Recognising the vital role of border personnel in shaping first impressions for visitors, the Train the Trainer Tourism Customer Service Workshop was the first step in creating coursework and training senior border management officials to improve interactions with tourists and facilitate better communication,” says SADC Secretariat Senior Programme Officer – Tourism, Moreri Mabote.

Participating countries were Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe, with attendees convening at the Mangwa Valley Game Lodge in the Dinokeng Game Reserve, Gauteng, to gain first-hand knowledge of how tourism has transformed the previously agricultural area.

The coursework covered critical topics such as the economic importance of tourism, principles of customer service, effective communication techniques, cultural sensitivity, problem-solving, and creating customer service action plans. The interactive programme also offered a game reserve immersion and incorporated experiential activities such as game drives to provide a holistic context of the tourism industry and build camaraderie among participants. 

The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance is a public-private partnership dedicated to boosting the region’s competitiveness and contribution to social and economic development by building skills, improving accessibility, raising destination visibility, sharing best practices and promoting policy reforms that expand regional tourism.  

Says SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance Project Lead, Natalia Rosa: “This training directly supports the SADC Tourism Programme’s goal of improving immigration facilitation to boost regional tourism growth and economic development. Border officials are the first and last point of contact for visitors. Empowering them with customer service skills will significantly elevate tourists’ perceptions of our destinations and encourage increased visits.” 

Rosa continues: “Streamlined, welcoming border procedures are essential for realising the immense potential of tourism to drive job creation and prosperity across the SADC region. We’re proud to see officials collaborating to implement international best practices in efficiently and courteously welcoming tourists.” 

In feedback received after the workshop, participants agreed on the value and knowledge gained from the workshop, saying it helped them reflect on their significant role as immigration officers in shaping the tourism industry.

The Train the Trainer model creates further impact by enabling these participants to cascade the training to their colleagues at border posts throughout the 11 participating countries. They will also remain engaged through feedback surveys and an online discussion portal to share successes, challenges and suggestions. Ongoing monitoring will track improvements in tourist satisfaction and border efficiency. 

This policy shift appears to contradict Namibia Airports Company’s recently launched air access strategy, “Air Connect Namibia”, aimed at increasing international flights and connectivity. The implementation of stricter visa requirements could have a detrimental impact on various sectors of Namibia’s economy, including tourism, hospitality, transportation, and retail, all of which rely heavily on international visitors.

Evidence from across Africa, including success stories from Rwanda and Zambia, demonstrates that visa liberalisation significantly boosts tourism, foreign investment, and overall economic growth. A more open visa policy attracts a diverse range of visitors, including business travellers, investors, and tourists, who contribute to the economy through spending, job creation, and tax revenue. The Africa Visa Openness Index 2023 highlights that visa openness is crucial for Africa’s tourism industry, serving as a catalyst for economic growth.

“A restrictive visa regime can negatively impact the entire tourism value chain,” says Natalia Rosa, Project Lead for the SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance. “It hinders not only leisure travel but also business travel, conferences, events, education, and trade, thereby limiting overall economic growth and development.”

Several African countries, including those within the Southern African Development Community (SADC), are moving towards more liberal visa policies. Namibia risks falling behind its regional peers and losing its competitive edge as a tourist destination if it adopts a more restrictive approach.

“We urge the Namibian government to reconsider these restrictive measures and engage in dialogue with stakeholders to find solutions that balance security concerns with the need for economic growth and regional competitiveness,” adds Rosa. “Aligning visa policies with the air access strategy is essential to maximise the benefits of increased flight options and attract a larger influx of travellers. Namibia could look to successful examples like Rwanda, which has seen significant growth in its MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism sector due to visa liberalisation and investment in infrastructure.”

One of the first countries to introduce a remote working visa recognising the demand post-COVID, Namibia’s visa regime U-turn is puzzling, particularly as SADC prepares to pilot its Univisa.

Instead of tightening visa restrictions, Namibia could explore alternative solutions such as implementing more efficient visa processing systems (e.g., e-visas), targeted visa waivers for specific groups, or enhanced security measures at borders.

“All barriers to entry for international visitors must be critically examined and addressed to encourage longer stays, increase spending in the economy, and accelerate the recovery of the tourism sector,” Rosa concludes.

The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance remains committed to supporting Namibia’s tourism industry and advocating for policies that promote sustainable growth and development.

The SADC skills audit reveals noticeable gaps in digital literacy, customer service, communication and management skills. In particular smaller businesses are struggling, with many lacking basic digital skills. This threatens the growth potential and sustainability of enterprises in the tourism and hospitality space.

The results also show that small to medium-sized enterprises, forming the backbone of the region’s tourism, are most in need of management and digital skills. Larger enterprises also face challenges in filling managerial roles, indicating a widespread issue across the sector.

“Tourism globally is undergoing a digital revolution, yet many of our SADC enterprises risk getting left behind,” says Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, interim chairperson for the Manager for the SADC Business Council. “We need concerted efforts, from both public and private sectors, to rapidly upskill employees if SADC hopes to remain competitive.”

Besides basic digital skills, the report calls for increasing work-integrated learning opportunities, developing niche skills credentials, subsidizing training access for SMEs, cultivating industry-academia partnerships, and investing in upskilling trainers. These actions aim to bridge the existing skills gap and prepare the workforce for the digital age.

The SADC Business Council is committed to driving these changes, working collaboratively with governments, training institutions, and industry leaders. This initiative is not just about enhancing skills but also about unlocking the full potential of tourism in the SADC region, contributing significantly to economic growth and job creation.

“We stand at a pivotal moment,” added Tshivhengwa. “By equipping our workforce with the right digital skills, we can transform challenges into opportunities, ensuring a prosperous future for tourism in the SADC region.”

The four-day gathering brought together over 100 participants from Government, NGOs, Local communities, Private Sector, Academia and Development partners.

It provided extensive opportunities for collaboration and sharing best practices, tools and innovative solutions for sustainably managing TFCA landscapes spanning over 950 million hectares across the region.

Steve Collins, SADC TFCA Network Coordinator, said: “It was incredibly encouraging to see the enthusiasm and passion for TFCAs amongst all the participants from so many different countries and sectors. Though we each play varied roles, our shared dedication to advancing transfrontier conservation unifies us.”

The Government of Mozambique hosted this milestone event, including a field visit to Maputo National Park, part of the Lubombo Transfrontier Conservation Area connecting Mozambique, Eswatini and South Africa and the first and only marineTFCA on the continent.

Delegates experienced first-hand the park’s dramatic transformation into a beacon of wildlife rehabilitation and protection having overcome the scars of a 16-year civil war which had resulted in the depletion of biodiversity. Park officials also highlighted Maputo National Park’s vast potential for generating sustainable financing and socio-economic benefits for local communities through the continued growth of nature-based tourism.

Setting the stage for the dialogue, Ndapanda Kanime, Senior Programme Officer-Natural Resources and Wildlife from the SADC Secretariat, presented the newly approved 2023-2033 TFCA Programme to establish clear goals and strategic direction for the next decade.

With an affirmed vision in place, participants could focus discussions on practical implementation, forging collaborative partnerships and overcoming pressing challenges across the TFCA landscapes.

Dedicated workstreams discussed issues such as climate change adaptation, harmonising land-use and oceans management, improving rural community livelihoods through wildlife conservation, mitigating escalating human-wildlife conflicts across the region, and building human capital through training, research and knowledge exchange.

“The diversity of players at the table helped us unpack complex topics from multiple perspectives and identify collective solutions,” explained Collins. “We realise these challenges can’t be solved in isolation.”

A major session explored sustainable financing approaches like carbon markets, debt-for-nature swaps and conservation trust funds that can reduce TFCAs’ dependence on external donor funding. “It was encouraging to see Member States really value TFCAs and proactively investigate smart, diversified financing models,” said Collins.

The meeting was supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through its technical cooperation (GIZ) and financial cooperation (KfW), USAID Southern Africa, IUCN and MozBio. Key international partners like the EU and IUCN updated participants on major additional TFCA support programmes unfolding across the region. This includes the German government funded TFCA Financing Facility whose second call for grants just closed. The SADC Secretariat reported steady progress approving key strategies and guidelines to formally establish and elevate TFCAs from early conceptual stages to fully operationalised. During a reviewing process of the SADC TFCA Programme, Member States amended the TFCA listing criteria which resulted in a reduction of officially recognised TFCA from 18 to 12 with another two to three likely to become recognised in 2024.

Each of the 12 formally recognised SADC TFCAs provided updates on key achievements, activities and progress between October 2022 and October 2023. For example, the Iona-Skeleton Coast Transfrontier Park advanced marketing efforts including its marine component, while the Kavango Zambezi (KAZA) TFCA conducted its first cross-border elephant survey, with an estimated elephant population of 227,900 across the Partner States of Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park coordinated patrols, maintained its fence, and approved standard operating procedures for managing carnivores and flights within the park. These updates highlighted diverse conservation, development and community engagement accomplishments across the TFCAs over the past year.

The SADC Secretariat, Boundless Southern Africa, and the GIZ Climate-Resilient and Natural Resource Management (C-NRM) project provided updates on implementation of the SADC Tourism Programme 2020-2030. Key activities include progress on the SADC “Univisa” project to facilitate regional travel, border efficiency assessments, and a benchmark study of successful air access policies, practices and infrastructure.

Marketing efforts by Boundless Southern Africa encompassed travel trade shows, press trips, social media campaigns, and itinerary development to showcase TFCAs. The programme, as was highlighted during the event, aims to strengthen regional integration, develop the tourism economy, upgrade border posts, build capacity, and promote TFCAs as world-class ecotourism destinations.

Looking ahead to the next meeting planned for late 2024, Collins concluded: “I sincerely hope that by then, we’ve operationalised more user-friendly communications platforms, formally established two to three more TFCAs, and implemented sustainable rural development and wildlife conservation projects across these landscapes. If so, we’ll have made 2023 a truly landmark year for advancing transfrontier conservation in Southern Africa.”

Ends

About the SADC TFCA Network

The SADC TFCA Network was established ten years ago in  2013 by the SADC Secretariat and its 16 Member States to foster coordination and knowledge exchange amongst the many partners involved in developing Transfrontier Conservation Areas across the region. The Network today comprises over 600 members from government, communities, NGOs, academics and development partners active in the 12 formally recognised TFCAs covering over 950,000 km2 of open ecological systems across Southern Africa.

For more information, visit www.tfcaportal.org

Contact Steve Collins, SADC TFCA Network Coordinator, steve.collins@afci.de +27828086255

MAPUTO, 13 NOVEMBER 2023 – Southern Africa’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) and the progress made in advancing conservation regionally will come under the spotlight during the 10^th annual meeting of the SADC TFCAs Network hosted by the National Agency for Conservation Areas of Mozambique in Maputo this week.

The five-day event will begin with a field visit to the newly established Maputo National Park, part of the Lubombo Transfrontier Conservation Area.

This comes a decade after the SADC Secretariat hosted its first meeting of Member States, practitioners, and International Cooperating Partners (ICPs) to establish a network for regional Transfrontier Conservation Area practitioners.

Since then, the network has grown in strength and membership advancing transfrontier conservation as a land-use planning framework, able to positively impact on sustainable natural resource management, socio-economic development and regional integration.

Currently there are 12 TFCAs across the region at various stages of development, with the network having contributed to the evolution of TFCAs in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in varied ways, including:

• The creation of an online platform for the network in a public portal.
• The 1st SADC TFCAs Symposium in 2016 with presentations from ICPs, Member States and implementing partners on co-management models and agreements.
• The creation of communities of practice for emerging issues.
• The establishment of the SADC TFCA Financing Facility as a means of enabling more coordinated support across the landscape.
• Support for the development of revised SADC TFCAs Programme 2023-2033 and  several guidelines, toolkits and studies to support various aspects of TFCA development.
• The projection of SADC TFCAs into the international arena through hosted events and pavilions at various tourism fairs, Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Conference of the Parties, The Convention on Biological Diversity COPs, International Union for the Conservation of Nature IUCN Congresses, etc.
• The organisation of training/exchange trips and opportunities for Member States officials & community members through the network
• The continued facilitation of partnerships between government, NGOs, communities and donors.

The German government, both through its technical cooperation (GIZ) and its financial cooperation (KfW), has been a consistent partner of SADC and TFCAs in the past decade, with new partners involved at a regional scale such as the USAID and the European Union.

International and regional NGOs have become more involved in supporting the Member States and the TFCA’s governance system through operational support and partnerships, such as African Parks, the  French agricultural research and cooperation organization –CIRAD, Conserve Global, UN Food and Agricultural Organisation, Frankfurt Zoological Society, – IUCN, Peace Parks Foundation, World Wildlife Foundation

Says Steve Collins SADC TFCA Network Coordinator : “During the session in Maputo, TFCA Focal Points from each Member States will have the opportunity to discuss the updates provided on each TFCA. The SADC Secretariat will also provide feedback on its activities and engagements to foster transfrontier conservation, while new funding opportunities will be presented and explained by the different International Cooperating Partners. Further, independent projects and action research activities will present their work and progress.”

“The event, which will also be in hybrid format, will be packed with opportunities for knowledge creation, cross-thematic and transboundary learning. Such is its importance that it has drawn the attention of other sectors operating at transboundary scale, such as shared river basins and water sources.”

Register to attend the event virtually: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpf-mgpjooGtc4VmzG9ze6SWeMYR5rdHGF

The Programme serves as a strategic roadmap for developing a sustainable tourism industry within the SADC region, focusing on removing barriers to growth, promoting economic inclusion and transformation, and maximising partnerships through a whole-of-government approach.

Five core strategic goals guide the Secretariat’s initiatives, which include stimulating visitor movement within the region, improving the region’s tourism reputation, developing tourism in Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs), enhancing visitor experiences, and fostering tourism partnerships and collaboration.

Says Mr Moreri Mabote, Senior Programme Officer – Tourism at SADC Secretariat: “The successful completion of our tourism programmes is crucial for nurturing a sustainable and thriving tourism industry in the region, contributing to socio-economic development and enhancing our global competitiveness. We are pleased to share an overview of the key initiatives that have been completed or are underway, demonstrating the progress made in achieving the Programme’s strategic goals.”

Key Initiatives

• Creation of SADC Tourism Working Groups (TWGs) for programme support.

• SADC Univisa development for seamless regional visitor movement.

• SADC Tourism Private Sector Platform for increased private sector engagement.

• SADC Air Access Study to boost regional tourism potential.

• Increased visibility of SADC TFCAs through Boundless Southern Africa initiatives.

• Tourism Crisis Communication and Disaster Management strategy development.

• Customer Service Training for Immigration Officers and SADC Border Post staff.

Development of tourism marketing collateral and videos.

SADC Tourism Working Groups

The importance of a robust institutional framework for the effective execution of initiatives is emphasised in the SADC Tourism Programme 2020-2030. An essential element of this framework is the creation of all-inclusive stakeholder forums called SADC Tourism Working Groups (TWGs), which are aligned with the principles and objectives of the Programme, including regional integration, capacity development, and enhancing visitor experience.

The SADC member states have identified three TWGs, each comprising representatives from the public, private, and community-based sectors. Through these TWGs, stakeholders in the SADC region can communicate and collaborate, guaranteeing successful implementation of tourism initiatives, and promoting a thriving and sustainable tourism industry.

SADC Univisa

The SADC Tourism Programme identifies the harmonisation of tourism policies and regulations among SADC Member States as another vital initiative. By promoting the standardisation of policies, the Programme seeks to create a more unified and appealing tourism environment in the region, enabling hassle-free travel and fostering cross-border collaboration.

A significant aspect of the SADC Tourism Programme is the SADC Univisa, which aims to simplify visa processes and streamline visitor movement within the region. By doing so, it encourages cross-border tourism, economic growth, and an enhanced visitor experience.

The SADC Univisa project is being piloted by five member states, namely Angola, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. The project is making good progress, and a mission to assess visa technologies and processes has recently been carried out in these member states. The results of this assessment were then validated at a workshop attended by senior immigration and ICT officials in August 2022. Proposals on a legal framework and revenue sharing models are currently being discussed by participating member states.

SADC Tourism Private Sector Platform

In recognition of the need to improve private-sector involvement in regional tourism, the SADC Business Council was given a mandate to establish the SADC Tourism Private Sector Platform.

This private-sector platform was developed as part of the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Platform, after a series of tourism private-sector consultative workshops were held in 2022.

The workshops culminated in a meeting with representatives from 11 Member States Tourism Apex Associations, during which the platform’s constitution and mandate were agreed upon, and an interim board was elected. The interim board comprises a chair (CEO of South Africa’s TBCSA CEO) and two vice chairs (CEO of Namibia’s FENATA and CEO of Zimbabwe’s TBCZ).

The SADC Tourism Private Sector Platform aims to develop advocacy programmes for private sector stakeholders in the region.

It also focuses on critical areas such as promoting regional tourism interests, identifying challenges, ensuring seamless travel experiences, exchanging best practices, harmonising cross-border travel regulations, and facilitating seamless regional travel through improvements in air access, among other priorities.

SADC Air Access Study to unlock the region’s tourism potential

Improved air access is a vital element for seamless travel and economic growth in the region, forming a solid foundation for sustainable tourism development.

The SADC Air Access Study, aimed at improving air connectivity in the region, is currently working in tandem with a similar COMESA study.

By merging the efforts of SADC and COMESA and involving the private sector, the SADC Air Access Study aims to create a firm foundation for sustainable tourism development in the region.

Boundless Southern Africa

The SADC Tourism Programme aims to market the region as a sought-after tourism destination, with Boundless Southern Africa playing a significant role in driving this objective. Boundless Southern Africa, established in 2009, has been involved in several marketing activities to promote Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) with tourism-ready products.

Some key marketing initiatives include:

• Development of tourism brochures and branding for TFCAs (e.g.: Greater Mapungubwe TFCA, Malawi-Zambia TFCA, Lubombo TFCA).

• Production of videos for four TFCAs (for stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and marketing).

• Online training platforms, press trips, and tour operator familiarisation trips to promote specific TFCAs (e.g.: Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, Maloti Drakensberg TFCA).

• Social media marketing campaigns for TFCAs (e.g.: Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, Lubombo TFCA and Maloti Drakensberg TFCA).

• Participation in international travel trade shows (WTM, Indaba, ITB) to showcase the region.

Further Initiatives Underway

The SADC Tourism Programme is further developing a Crisis Communication and Disaster Management strategy and Tourism-Focused Customer Service Training Programme for Immigration Officers and SADC Border Posts personnel. These initiatives aim to promote regional integration, capacity building, and enhanced visitor experiences, aligning with the Programme’s principles and goals.

The commitment of regional stakeholders to fostering a thriving and sustainable tourism industry is evident in the progress of the SADC Tourism Programme, adds Mr. Mabote.

“Through collaborative efforts with such partners as the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), implemented through GIZ, we are building on the continued success of the Programme and addressing some of the key challenges affecting regional tourism development so that we achieve our vision of a vibrant tourism industry that drives sustainable and inclusive growth to benefit local communities and visitors alike,” Mr. Mabote concludes.

Notes to Editors:

About the SADC Secretariat

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat serves as the coordinating and implementing agency for the SADC, a regional organization comprising 16 Member States. Its primary mandate is to promote sustainable and equitable economic growth and socio-economic development by fostering regional integration, cooperation, and coordination among Member States. The SADC Secretariat is committed to enhancing the well-being, improving the standard of living, and ensuring the long-term prosperity of the people of Southern Africa through the implementation of various development programs, including the SADC Tourism Programme, in alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and principles.

Appendices

• SADC Tourism Programme Policy Brief
• SADC Tourism Programme 2020-2030
• Boundless Southern Africa Update
• SADC Tourism Private Sector Platform Update
• SADC Tourism Programme 2020-2030 Update
• Accompanying Images

Media Contact:

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