- O.R. Tambo District Municipality Launches Tourism Month: The district kickstarted Tourism Month at the Savoy Conference Centre to promote the region as a premier travel destination and promote local economic growth through domestic tourism activities.
- Primary Objectives of Tourism Month in O.R. Tambo: The initiative aims to raise awareness of the district’s offerings, foster community unity, and position tourism as a key driver of job creation and economic transformation, while also preserving cultural and natural heritage.
- Four Key Goals of the Tourism Month Program: The program focuses on promoting local tourism, stimulating economic development, engaging communities and celebrating culture, and developing strategic partnerships for sustainable growth.
- Promotion of Local Tourism and Economic Development: O.R. Tambo aims to showcase its landscapes, cultural attractions, and heritage sites to attract visitors and ensure tourism benefits local businesses and creates sustainable employment.
O.R. Tambo District Municipality kicked off Tourism Month 01 September at the Savoy Conference Centre, taking a strong step towards promoting the region as a top travel destination. The launch forms part of a broader strategy to stimulate local economic growth through domestic and regional tourism activities.
The initiative is designed to build awareness of the district’s offerings, unite communities, and place tourism at the centre of job creation and economic transformation. It also aims to protect cultural traditions and natural heritage for generations to come.
Tourism Month in O.R. Tambo is built around four key goals. The first is promoting local tourism by showcasing the district’s rich landscapes, cultural attractions, and heritage sites to draw in more visitors. The second goal is economic stimulation and development, ensuring that tourism directly benefits local businesses and creates sustainable job opportunities.
The third priority is community engagement and cultural celebration, encouraging residents to showcase their traditions, participate in sports, and involve young people in activities that strengthen social bonds. Finally, the programme emphasizes strategic partnership development, building strong collaborations between provincial bodies, municipal governments, and tourism stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth.
With these coordinated efforts, O.R. Tambo District Municipality is positioning itself for long-term tourism growth, economic empowerment, and cultural preservation.
