Limpopo unveils R25 million tourism plan
The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has unveiled an ambitious R25 million (£1.06 million) investment plan to upgrade wildlife resorts, aiming to bolster domestic tourism in South Africa's northernmost province.
MEC Tshitereke Matibe announced that the funds will be directed towards infrastructure development and refurbishment of several nature reserves in Limpopo, including Mphaphuli, Schuinsdraai, Wolkberg, and Lekgalameetse. These resorts offer a range of attractions, from family recreation and fishing to camping and corporate events, as well as hiking, game viewing, and bird watching experiences.
Matibe expressed confidence that the initiative would significantly benefit the local economy, humorously suggesting that Limpopo residents might soon be "eating pasta instead of pap" due to tourism gains. He highlighted the province's unique selling points, including scenic mountainous landscapes, indigenous forests, waterfalls, and gorges, which are in high demand among visitors.
The MEC also noted Limpopo's exceptional wildlife offerings, such as the Nylsvley floodplains and the world's largest breeding colony of Cape vultures at Blouberg Nature Reserve. These natural attractions position Limpopo, which borders Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, as a prime destination for nature enthusiasts and eco-tourists from both within South Africa and internationally.
Source: The Citizen