Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Limpopo’s Economic Development and Tourism Department unveils R25 million (£1.06 million) investment to boost South Africa’s domestic tourism. The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has announced a bold R25 million investment plan to enhance wildlife resorts, with the goal of boosting domestic tourism in South Africa’s northernmost province.
MEC Tshitereke Matibe revealed that the funds would be allocated to infrastructure development and the refurbishment of several nature reserves in Limpopo, including Mphaphuli, Schuinsdraai, Wolkberg, and Lekgalameetse. These resorts provide a variety of attractions, from family recreation and fishing to camping, corporate events, hiking, game viewing, and bird watching. Matibe expressed optimism that this initiative would greatly benefit the local economy, jokingly remarking that Limpopo residents might soon be “eating pasta instead of pap” thanks to tourism gains.
He emphasized the province’s unique appeal, which includes picturesque mountainous landscapes, indigenous forests, waterfalls, and gorges, all of which are popular among visitors. The MEC also highlighted Limpopo’s outstanding wildlife offerings, such as the Nylsvley floodplains and the world’s largest breeding colony of Cape vultures at Blouberg Nature Reserve. These natural attractions make Limpopo, which borders Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, a top destination for nature lovers and eco-tourists .