The City of Tshwane has launched an innovation challenge inviting tertiary students across the metro to develop a new destination tourism brand for South Africa’s capital city. The Tshwane Tourism initiative will involve students from universities, technical colleges and design institutions, with shortlisted submissions expected before a winning proposal is selected in November 2026.
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South Africa is introducing an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) , system to move eligible international traveller applications from paper-based visa processes to a digital platform. The system is expected to allow qualifying visitors to apply online, receive an electronic outcome and have an approved authorisation linked to their passport before travelling.
Tourism businesses, associations and destination stakeholders in Gauteng are invited to attend the Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s (TBCSA) Gauteng Industry Roadshow at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park on Wednesday, 15 July 2026. Hosted in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni and supported by the Gauteng Tourism Authority, the session will bring the local tourism trade together to discuss sector opportunities, partnerships and industry priorities.
Mandela Month is observed across South Africa every July in honour of former president Nelson Mandela, whose birthday falls on 18 July. The month encourages people to turn Mandela’s values of service, dignity, equality and social justice into practical action by supporting people and communities in need.
Pride Month may be coming to a close, but for activist and Feather Awards founder Thami Kotlolo, popularly known as Thami Dish, the conversation around equality, inclusion and visibility continues every day. Speaking on the latest episode of Gauteng Live, Kotlolo reflected on his personal journey, the progress made for South Africa’s LGBTQIA+ community, and his ambitious vision to establish a Pink Tourism Route that could position Gauteng as one of Africa’s leading inclusive travel destinations.
The way people travel is changing, with global visitors increasingly prioritising authentic food experiences, immersive activities, lesser-known destinations, and accessible travel over traditional sightseeing. These emerging global travel trends could create new opportunities for Gauteng’s tourism sector, according to a new tourism trend analysis released by South African Tourism’s Analytics and Insights Unit.
Gauteng families are preparing for the June winter school holidays, with public schools set to close on Friday, 26 June 2026, and reopen for Term 3 on Monday, 20 July 2026. The break gives parents, guardians and caregivers almost a full month to keep children occupied during one of the coldest periods of the year.
Looking for unforgettable safari destinations without boarding a plane? Gauteng residents are perfectly positioned to access some of South Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, all within a few hours’ drive of Johannesburg.
From Soweto commemorations and the 76 Hours in Soweto programme to concerts, theatre productions and heritage attractions, here is your guide to spending the Youth Day 2026 long weekend in Gauteng.
New research from South African Tourism shows that American travellers are looking beyond traditional safari experiences. The findings reveal growing demand for cultural immersion, local food, heritage attractions and meaningful experiences, creating new opportunities for Gauteng’s tourism sector.