From January to September 2025, South Africa welcomed 7,634,261 international tourists, an increase of 1,108,222 visitors compared to the same period last year, setting a new record for arrivals to the country. TVTourism Minister Patricia de Lille highlighted that these figures not only confirm the recovery of the tourism sector but also its contribution to the nation’s economic growth, according to the official South African government statement. “Tourism is proving to be a catalyst for economic growth and development. The…

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to implement three joint projects in the tourism sector, according to Nigeria’s Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa. Speaking exclusively to Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS, the minister confirmed that the initiative marks a new phase of cooperation between the two countries. The projects include the development of the “Coco Beach” resort in Lagos, the construction of a cultural centre in Abuja,…

Egypt has been ranked 24th among the world’s leading tourist destinations for 2025, based on feedback from more than 295,000 participants worldwide. The country also placed second in the Arab world after the UAE and second in Africa after South Africa. This is reported by Sada El-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS. The report highlighted that Egypt, with a score of 54.63 points in the ranking, continues to gain global recognition as a destination that combines wide-ranging attractions: from its…

South Africa has opened the Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre, the first of its kind in the country, in one of its national parks in Clarens, Free State province. Officially launched by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, the centre showcases the rich history of dinosaurs in South Africa, featuring reconstructed bones and skeletons that offer insight into their size and shape. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. The centre also highlights the significant discovery of dinosaur embryos…

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Ethiopia has launched a comprehensive rural corridor development programme aimed at transforming local communities, promoting sustainable agriculture, and expanding eco-tourism infrastructure. The initiative was announced by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, as reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS . The rural corridor development project forms part of a broader national strategy to modernise rural areas, improve livelihoods and enhance environmental stewardship, the source claimed. During the launch of the initiative, Prime Minister Abiy highlighted the importance…

Iran and Egypt are poised to initiate direct tourism exchanges, marking a new step towards revitalising bilateral relations after decades of limited engagement. This development was announced by Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyed Reza Salehi Amiri, during a recent cabinet session in Tehran. Salehi Amiri emphasised that the exchange of tourists between the two nations would commence in the near future, following productive discussions with Egypt’s tourism authorities. This initiative is part of a broader strategy…

BEIJING – China’s inbound tourism market holds immense potential, driven by continued policy optimization that aims to ease access for international travelers and improve the overall travel experience across the country, according to industry experts. China will further enhance the convenience of inbound tourism in terms of visas, payments, transportation and accommodation, Shi Zeyi, an official at the Ministry of Culture and Tourism said during the latest episode of China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News…

BEIJING – China’s inbound tourism has maintained strong momentum, with a sharp rise in both international arrivals and visitor spending, buoyed by streamlined visa policies and an improved travel environment, according to officials. About 132 million inbound tourists visited China in 2024, with total spending reaching 94.2 billion U.S. dollars, recovering to 97.2 percent and 93.5 percent of the 2019 levels, respectively, Shi Zeyi, an official in charge of international exchanges and cooperation at the Ministry of Culture and Tourism,…

Durban – As Africa’s Travel Indaba wrapped up today, the Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA) made waves with a landmark agreement aimed at transforming how the world experiences one of South Africa’s greatest treasures: the Kruger National Park. On Wednesday, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Limpopo and the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA), signaling the start of a partnership that seeks to market the two provinces as a single tourism destination. Speaking exclusively to African Times at…