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.
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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.
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.
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.
Fifty years after the June 16 Uprising changed South African history, Soweto remains one of the country’s most significant cultural and heritage destinations. This guide explores 50 iconic places that tell the story of struggle, resilience, creativity and community in Soweto.
Visit Gauteng has won Gold at the 2026 International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA), with the province’s destination marketing film receiving top honours in the Tourism Video: Tourism Destination Marketing category. The award was announced during the ITFFA ceremony held in Johannesburg on 5 June 2026. While tourism awards may appear symbolic, industry experts say recognition of this nature plays an important role in destination marketing, tourism growth, investor confidence and economic development. For Gauteng, the achievement comes as the province continues efforts to attract more visitors, increase tourism spending and strengthen its position as one of Africa’s leading tourism destinations.