Mbekweni: Township Tourism Taking Shape

Mbekweni: Township Tourism Taking Shape

I recently visited Mbekweni after presenting the DEDAT Co-Developer Workshop in Paarl, where senior stakeholders explored inclusive socio‑economic development through tourism. What I found was a tapestry of community pride, environmental stewardship, entrepreneurship,...
Western Cape Tourist Guide Conference 2026

Western Cape Tourist Guide Conference 2026

It was a privilege to be part of the Western Cape Tourist Guide Conference 2026, held on 3–4 September in Saldanha Bay. The conference brought together tourist guides from across the province for two days of learning, connection and conversations about the future of...