Reports of sharp increases in international arrivals and international tourism revenue for Gauteng in the 2024/25 financial year have been broadly welcomed, although Johannesburg's infrastructure and safety issues together with difficulties in attracting multi-day visits still present significant headwinds.
The province recorded a 31 increase in international arrivals to 3.8 million during 2024/25 and generated R41 billion US2.3 billion revenue 29 higher than its target of R29 billion US1.65 billion. The figures were presented by Gauteng MEC for Economic Development Lebogang Maile on August 10.
This growth was not accidental it is the product of targeted strategic investment in increased airlift capacity, new air routes development as well as heightened and impact-driven destination marketing initiatives and strategic bidding and hosting of catalytic signature events, conferences and exhibitions, said Maile.