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A Call for Applications for the IMEX America 2024 has been published on the Department of Tourism's website and all social media platforms. Interested applicants are welcome to apply.

Set against the backdrop of one of the continent’s most-loved cities, this year’s Africa Travel Indaba, will take place under the theme “Unlimited Africa”. Happening from the 13th to the 16th of May, this well-entrenched event is owned by South African Tourism and is hosted in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Province and the city of Durban.

The Travel Lifestyle Network (TLN), your global gateway to travel and tourism expertise, is partnering with one of our member agencies, AllDetails – an award-winning Dubai-based PR agency – to present a must-attend FREE webinar: UAE: A Powerhouse Source Market for Southern Africa.

JOHANNESBURG, 30 April 2024 - The Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa (FEDHASA), Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) and Association of Southern African Travel Agents (ASATA) collectively applaud and endorse the decisive actions undertaken by the Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, and the CEO of SA Tourism, Nombulelo Guliwe, concerning the recovery of 35 ...

Last week SATSA indulged in adventure, gastronomy, and breathtaking natural scenery. Our COO, Hannelie du Toit, was hosted on the St Helena Island Showcase, and Shanaaz Taliep, our Membership Manager, got her adventure on in the Cederberg.

A quick update on VAT and Inbound Tourism - as you might have heard, SARS withdrew their appeal in the KEN case. The good news is that this opens an opportunity to engage with them directly again, which we are in the process of pursuing. We will provide feedback as soon as possible, but please bear with us, these things take time. 

You are invited to the SATSA Annual Conference 2024 "This Is Us – Reflection, Presence, Growth" an innovative event that transcends traditional boundaries to create a shared, immersive experience.

In response to the evolving traveller safety situation within South Africa, the tourism industry is convening an important webinar under the banner - "Together for Traveller Safety”. Your participation is not just important—it's essential.

SATSA recently held its Gauteng Chapter meeting at the excellent WeWork offices in Sandton. The thoughtfully designed workspace with premium amenities and abundant natural light provided the perfect setting for the event.