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KwaXolo Caves Adventures.
Rural tourism investment opportunities on the rise on KZN South Coast The drive to develop rural tourism assets is a global move, as inclusive tourism economies are beneficial for both tourists and hosts. Through rural tourism, outlying communities are included in mainstream economies, tourists are afforded more authentic, nature-based experiences, and conservation becomes a central tenet. On the Kwazulu-Natal South Coast, this welcome trend has unearthed unique tourism assets for potential investors.
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lobally, the majority of the 1.8-billion youth that live in rural areas, of low and middleincome countries, are three times more likely to be unemployed than adults — as outlined by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). The result is forced migration to the cities, with local towns and villages dying out, while cultural
customs and heritage is lost. “Rural tourism is a necessary solution to our growing youth unemployment, a way to retain local culture and traditions, and an important impetus for local conservation,” said Phelisa Mangcu, chief executive officer of South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). “On the KZN South Coast, we are committed to developing rural
tourism assets to enhance our tourism offering for global tourists, while supporting local communities.”
KwaXolo Caves Adventures.
KwaXolo Caves Adventures.
KwaXolo Caves Adventures.
18 Business Events Africa November 2023
KwaXolo Caves Adventures One of the prime examples of rural tourism offerings is KwaXolo Caves Adventures on the KZN South Coast. This is a unique adventure heritage tour that takes visitors into a series of caves
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