Tourism: room to grow

TOPS: WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM RANKS SA AS AFRICA'S PREMIER DESTINATION

- Molefe Seeletsa

South Africa's tourism sector has the potential to expand and has appeal as a top destination for global visitors, President Cyril Ramaphosa says. In his weekly newsletter yesterday, Ramaphosa highlighted the country's natural beauty as a driver for inclusive economic growth.

Having recently visited Robben Island in the Western Cape, the president underscored the importance of tourism to the national economy.

"It is an asset to our economy that every year draws millions of tourists from around the world to our shores," the newsletter stated.

He pointed out the diversity of SA's tourism offerings, which go beyond natural attractions.

"Beyond the substantial natural resource endowments of our beaches, national parks and biodiversity conservation areas, cultural and heritage tourism is also thriving in South Africa.