South Africa presents R3.5 billion of tourism projects to investors

At the Tourism Infrastructure Investment Summit in Johannesburg on 1 October, hosted by Minister Patricia de Lille, the government presented 15 opportunities worth about R3.5 billion in accommodation, attractions and infrastructure. Three projects had already secured funding commitments. The 2025 summit featured eight projects with nearly R1 billion in potential investment.

Why it matters

A growing, government-curated pipeline gives hotel and leisure investors a defined list of bankable tourism projects.

Sources: ATTA (South African Tourism), Travel And Tour World · 10 October 2026

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