Tourism: A gateway to youth economic empowerment and inclusive growth
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Source domain: sanews.gov.za
Collected on 19 June 2026
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South African National Convention Bureau conferences (secured 66 conferences)
International and regional conferences secured through the South African National Convention Bureau that are expected to boost local economies and create opportunities throughout the tourism value chain.
- Who it is for
- local economies and tourism value chain stakeholders in destinations hosting the conferences
- How to act on it
- The document does not state how a person or organisation can access or participate in these conferences.
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Through the South African National Convention Bureau, the country has secured 66 international and regional conferences expected to contribute more than R1.2 billion to the economy between 2025 and 2030.
Tourism Technology Grassroots Innovation Incubator Programme
An incubator programme that supports young entrepreneurs to develop technology-driven solutions that can modernise the tourism industry.
- Who it is for
- young entrepreneurs
- How to act on it
- The document does not state how to apply or where to submit an application.
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The Tourism Technology Grassroots Innovation Incubator Programme supports young entrepreneurs to develop technology-driven solutions that can modernise the industry,
Tourism Transformation Fund
A fund that provides financing as part of programmes that empower young people to become entrepreneurs and innovators.
- Who it is for
- young people seeking to become entrepreneurs and innovators
- How to act on it
- The document does not state how to apply or where to submit an application.
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while the Tourism Transformation Fund provides financ
Market Access Support Programme
A programme that helps small tourism enterprises, including youth-owned businesses, connect with markets and unlock new growth opportunities.
- Who it is for
- small tourism enterprises, including youth-owned businesses
- How to act on it
- The document does not state how to apply or where to submit an application.
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The Market Access Support Programme helps small tourism enterprises, including youth-owned businesses, connect with markets and unlock new growth opportunities.
Facts
Reference
GOVNEWS-82290 at https://www.sanews.gov.za
Amounts
R 361
Key Takeaways
- report
- June 18, 2026
- R361
- tourism
- gateway
- youth
- economic
- empowerment
- inclusive
- growth
Dates
Opening Date
18 June 2026
Closing Date
18 June 2026