Youth Month is often associated with remembrance, but it is also a time to recognise young entrepreneurs shaping Gauteng’s future. From tourism and fashion to wellness and sanitation, these four Gauteng SMMEs are creating opportunities, developing skills and building sustainable businesses in their communities.
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Fifty years after the Soweto Uprising changed the course of South African history, thousands of visitors are expected to visit the sites where students marched, protested and lost their lives on 16 June 1976. The anniversary comes as South Africa commemorates Youth Month under the national theme, “Finishing What Was Started”, reflecting on the legacy of the youth who challenged apartheid and the challenges facing young people today. For Gauteng residents and visitors, the June 16 Trail offers a chance to walk through one of the country’s most significant historical routes while supporting local tourism and township businesses.
South Africa (SA) has once again been ranked as Africa’s leading business events destination, strengthening the country’s position ahead of IMEX Frankfurt 2026, one of the world’s largest global trade shows for the meetings and conference industry.
South Africa’s tourism sector could become one of the country’s strongest economic recovery drivers if government, investors and industry stakeholders work together to unlock tourism growth, strengthen infrastructure and create opportunities for young people. That was one of the key messages shared by Tourism Director General Victor Tharage during a recent episode of Gauteng Life, where he discussed the future of the visitor economy, tourism investment and Gauteng’s strategic importance.
Gauteng residents looking for short winter breaks have several local getaway options within easy driving distance of Johannesburg and Pretoria. From Magaliesburg cottages and Muldersdrift country hotels to Dinokeng safari stays and Pretoria spa escapes, the province offers winter-friendly destinations without requiring long-distance travel.
President Cyril Ramaphosa officially opened Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban on Tuesday, placing tourism, township economies and continental travel growth at the centre of South Africa’s economic recovery strategy. The event, taking place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, has brought together tourism leaders, investors, buyers and government representatives from across Africa and international markets.
Gauteng is using its presence at the Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 to position music and cultural experiences as central drivers of tourism growth. The province is showcasing initiatives like KUNYE to international buyers, media, and investors attending the Durban-based trade show.
Gauteng is positioning itself as a leading cultural and tourism destination at the Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026, currently underway in…
Gauteng is shifting its tourism strategy from awareness to measurable bookings at World Travel Market Africa 2026 (WTM Africa) , placing digital platforms at the centre of its growth plan. The province’s presence at the event, taking place from 13 to 15 April at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, reflects a move toward converting global interest into confirmed travel activity. This approach affects local tourism businesses, operators and residents, as it aims to drive economic growth through increased visitor spend and more efficient digital engagement.
Gauteng is presenting a unified tourism ecosystem at World Travel Market Africa 2026 (WTM Africa) , bringing together small businesses, infrastructure partners and industry stakeholders under one platform. The showcase, taking place from 13 to 15 April at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, reflects how the province is packaging its tourism offering as a connected, bookable journey. For Gauteng residents and businesses, this matters because it highlights how local enterprises are being positioned within global travel markets, with direct implications for economic growth, job creation and international visibility.