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58% of e-visas rejected because date of travel already passed

In the National Council of Provinces, the National Department of Home Affairs has revealed that of the 6 329 e-visas it rejected, 3 687 (58%...

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VISA reforms welcomed, but follow through is urgently required

I welcome the announcement made this morning by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the 5th South Africa Investment Conference of several reforms...

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Minister Wenger encourages residents to get out and explore the Western Cape

“As we look forward to a busy period in our tourism calendar, I encourage residents of the Western Cape to get out and explore the amazing...

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Cape Town International scoops 8th consecutive ‘Best Airport in Africa’ award

Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) won their eighth consecutive award for ‘Best Airport in Africa’ and third consecutive award for ‘Best...

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Employment up by 330 000 and unemployment down by 129 000 in the Western Cape

I am elated that employment statistics in the Western Cape increased by 330 000 year-on-year, representing an increase of 14.7%. In addition...

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Wesgro’s performance delivers impressive economic impact for the province

Amid significant challenges, least of which is the energy crisis which severely compromises economic growth and job creation, it is critical...

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Hotel occupancy surpasses pre-pandemic levels in December 2022

Data from the South African Hotel Review, complied by STR, which gathers data directly from hotels across South Africa, has confirmed that...

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4th Port Stakeholder Workshop IDs need for greater private sector participation

On Friday, 20 January 2023, Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger, hosted the fourth annual Port Stakeholder...

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Spectacular recovery at Cape Town International Airport over December 2022

Provincial Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger today warmly welcomed preliminary statistics received from...

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Appropriation Bill 2022 - Budget Vote 12: Department of Economic Development

Today, Minister Maynier tabled the Main Appropriation of Vote 12: Department of Economic Development and Tourism 1. Introduction Last week...

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