This year Africa’s Travel Indaba, this annual tourism highlight will see another top contender among its many exhibitors – the Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality (CALM).
Its delegates would rub shoulders with national and international exhibitors at the Africa’s Travel Indaba 2025 held Durban.
The event will start from May 13 to 15 Indaba is a not-to-be-missed Forum for a diverse range of stakeholders in the African tourism sector. Destination marketing organisations, tourism authorities, as well as domestic and international buyers come together to find new business opportunities.
Travel technology leaders, product innovators, journalists, marketers, thought leaders, government officials, development partners and emerging SMME’s are provided with unique opportunities to network and share ideas.
During the Indaba, interaction between local and global public and private sectors find mutually beneficial opportunities. The previous successes of the Indaba have earned its reputation as an influential, credible platform to shape the tourism industry at home and abroad. There is no doubt CALM would shine among the brightest, showcasing the area’s rich cultural offerings. Africa’s Travel Indaba is more than just an exhibition; it has established itself as a catalyst for transformation. It serves as a foundation for fresh ideas and impactful partnerships and initiatives.
Prof. Gregory Davids, Board Chairperson of South African Tourism, emphasized tourism as key economic driver with its impact reaching far beyond economic contribution. It acts as a powerful social catalyst; creating jobs, empowering SMME’s and opening historically inaccessible markets. Tourism fosters cross-border and cross-cultural connections, strengthening both identity and unity.
Prof. Davids stressed that tourism should be inclusive, ensuring local communities, an important focus for South African Tourism, also benefit from the tourism value chain.
“At its core, tourism encourages social cohesion, dismantles stereotypes, bridges cultural and geographic divides and promotes mutual understanding. Social cohesion within the tourism sector thrives on responsible practices respecting local communities, cultures and environments. When managed responsibly, tourism builds trust between visitors and hosts. Rather than merely exploring destinations, responsible tourism inspires travellers to meaningfully engage.”
Tourism Minister, Patricia de Lille, officially opened the Indaba, setting the stage for exhibitors to connect with stakeholders in a meaningful and personal manner.
