African tourists cancelling trip as xenophobia shadows South Africa's appeal
Summary
South Africa has recently seen a record number of tourists arriving by air, with over one million visitors each month. However, concern is growing that African tourists may stop visiting due to the country’s reputation for xenophobia, which is harming South Africa’s appeal despite tourism making up more than 8% of its economy.Key Facts
- South Africa recorded over one million air arrivals in two recent months.
- Tourism contributes more than 8% to South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP).
- Xenophobia means fear or dislike of people from other countries.
- The country’s image of xenophobia is causing some African tourists to cancel their trips.
- The issue is a concern even though tourist numbers are currently high.
- Xenophobia can affect how attractive South Africa is to visitors from other African countries.
- The report comes from France 24, a news organization with a team in South Africa.
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