In 2024, domestic and international visitors to Cape Town directly supported over 106 000 jobs, accounting for 6.9 of total employment, according to a report released by the city.
The Economic Value of Tourism report additionally reveals that 2.4 million overnight tourists stayed in the city in 2024, injecting R24.5 billion US1.4 billion into the economy through direct tourism spend and ripple effects across transport, accommodation, food, culture and attractions.
The standout figure one job is created or sustained for every 10 tourists makes every booking a significant contribution to employment in Cape Town, said CEO of Cape Town Tourism Enver Duminy .