South Africa's tourism reaches 10 million international visitors in 2025, driving economic growth

South Africa's tourism reaches 10 million international visitors in 2025, driving economic growth

Tourism minister welcomes 17.6% increase in international arrivals in 2025

By Akani Nkuna Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has welcomed a surge in international arrivals in 2025, describing it as the highest on record and a clear indication of South Africa’s global competitiveness and the sector’s role in driving economic growth. Speaking during a media briefing in Hatfield, Pretoria, on Tuesday, De Lille said South Africa recorded 10.84 million international visitors between January and December 2025, representing a…

Patricia De Lille Unveils Tourism Plan to Create 100,000 Jobs In SA

Patricia De Lille Unveils Tourism Plan to Create 100,000 Jobs In SA - Local News news from Pondoland Times

Dept of Tourism announces record-breaking number of visitors welcomed to SA

Dept of Tourism announces record-breaking number of visitors welcomed to SA Janine2 Tue, 01/27/2026 - 18:15 Patricia de Lille JOHANNESBURG - 2025 was a bumper year for tourism in South Africa.The country welcomed almost 10.5-million international arrivals.READ: Tourists hit record in Japan, despite plunge from ChinaMinister Patricia de Lille said, "We welcomed 10.48 million visitors to our country.""This is the highest ever recorded in the his…

Africa in Focus: Global travel megatrends converge on the Continent

African tourism is moving into a decisive period of growth as destinations across the continent capitalize on an emerging middle class, mounting inbound tourism arrivals and record-high hotel development activity. These are among the key conclusions from a special Africa-themed edition of Skift’s annual Megatrends franchise, showcased for the first time ever in South Africa in partnership with the Millat Group. This year’s Megatrends report was …

South Africa records surge in tourist arrivals - The Press United

The country saw an increase of more than 17% in foreign visitors between January and December 2025, Patricia de Lille has reported South Africa’s tourism sector welcomed more than 10 million international visitors in 2025, a record that the authorities said underscores the industry’s contribution to economic growth and job creation. Tourism Minister Patricia de […] The post South Africa records surge in tourist arrivals appeared first on The Pre…