Lapalala Wilderness School (LWS) is a carbon-neutral campus within the UNESCO Waterberg Biosphere Reserve in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Its energy-efficient practices include a stringent waste management system, solar energy, and water sourced from boreholes, harvested rain, and a recycling plant. The school also has various Outreach Programmes to facilitate surrounding communities and schools within the area. The ultimate goal being for the Sustainable Schools Programme at LWS to encourage learners to practice sustainable living by creating vegetable gardens, planting indigenous t ..read more

The President Hotel Bantry Bay, situated in an idyllic location on the Atlantic Seaboard of Cape Town, is leading the way in inclusivity and accessibility amongst South African hotels by introducing Deafgard devices in the hotel rooms. The Deafgard device features a vibrating pad and flashing lights, providing instant alerts during an emergency for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The Deafgard device is placed on the bedside table and the vibrating dongle goes inside the guest’s pillowcase under the pillow so that it can be felt when asleep. Tent cards are placed in the room with inst ..read more

During the recent Sasol Rewards Mzanzi Tour the winners had the opportunity to visit Nourish Eco Village deep in the lowveld as part of their country wide tour. Wild About Hoedspruit had the pleasure to connect the two parties and set up the exciting visit. As part of their Sasol Rewards Mzanzi Tour, lucky winners had the opportunity to explore the beauty of South Africa while also making a positive impact along the way. And one such impact was seen during their visit to the Nourish Eco Village near Hoedspruit. The Sasol entourage learned about the exciting outreach programs, with a specific ..read more

ENVI Lodges, a pioneering luxury ecolodge brand known for its commitment to sustainability and immersive experiences in nature, is expanding its African presence after signing a new lodge on the outskirts of Arusha in Tanzania. The 20-key ENVI Kili marks the hospitality company’s second venture in East Africa, with a deal to manage the ENVI Paje ecolodge in Zanzibar inked last year. Scheduled to open in Q4 2025, ENVI Kili is envisioned as a secluded tented camp that blends luxury and intimacy with nature. Facilities will include a restaurant serving cuisine focussing on ingredients grown in t ..read more

Welcome to ATTA for Action: A Conscious CommUNITY Collective, where tourism meets transformative change. Our platform is a beacon for tourism enterprises eager to make a positive mark on people in places we are operating and visiting across the continent… About ATTA for Action: ATTA for Action is an innovative industry endeavor envisioned to create a collaborative platform and Pan Africa network of vetted projects and not-for-profits that bring together travelers, key stakeholders in the tourism sector, non-profit organizations, and local communities. Our goal is to create and more centralize ..read more

The WTM Africa 2024 Conference Programme offers something of interest for everyone, but here we focus on the conversations and panel discussions that pertain to responsible tourism and sustainability. Register HERE to attend WTMA 2024 Here’s an overview of the programme: (Click HERE for the full WTMA conference programme) Friday 12 April Connecting the dots: from local impact to global markets – 10:30 – 11:30 An engaging and informative discussion on plotting a tourism journey that connects positive impacts with the global marketplace. Celebrating its 20th year of fostering change at both loc ..read more

The WTM Africa 2024 Conference Programme offers something of interest for everyone, but today we focus on the full day conference on responsible tourism as well as the African Responsible Tourism Awards. Register HERE to attend WTMA 2024 Here’s an overview of the programme: (Click HERE for the full WTMA conference programme) Thursday 11 April:  The Responsible Tourism Conference 10h30 – 10h40 – Welcome and Opening Alderman James Vos, City of Cape Town, Carol Weaving MD WTM Arica & Olivia Gradidge, Marketing Manager, Africa Travel Week 10h40 – 11h10 – The Responsible To ..read more

The WTM Africa 2024 Conference Programme offers something of interest for everyone, but here we focus on the conversations and panel discussions that pertain to responsible tourism and sustainability, including the full day conference on responsible tourism as well as the African Responsible Tourism Awards. Register HERE to attend WTMA 2024 Here’s an overview of the programme: (Click HERE for the full WTMA conference programme) Wednesday 10 April Leaders in Responsible Tourism – 10h30 – 11h15  In the 2023 Global Responsible Tourism Awards, more than half of the winners wer ..read more

Few events within the wine industry attract as much attention and excitement as that of the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event – and it’s little wonder when you consider the exceptional pedigrees and efforts of the industry greats who are honoured at this prestigious event. The Wine Harvest Commemorative Event takes place every year in February at the Groot Constantia wine estate and not only marks the birth of South African wine while calling for a blessing on the new harvest but – most importantly – pays tribute to key individuals who have made exceptional contributions towards the ong ..read more

WTM Africa, Africa’s leading B2B tourism trade event, is proud to announce its commitment to sustainability at this year’s show, running from 03 – 05 April 2024 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). “The expansion of our sector must go hand in hand with responsible choices to ensure its longevity and lasting impact on the world,” says Megan De Jager, Portfolio Director – Travel, Tourism at RX Africa. “This year, we’re bringing it to the forefront, with heightened efforts in reducing our carbon footprint, minimising waste, and promoting accessible eco-friendly practices bus ..read more