A country, head of state, minister or government organization/team who has shown progressive and excellence in policy-making for sustainable tourism growth and development in their destination.
Most Innovative and Sustainable Business Tourism and MICE Destination in Africa based on destination rating, number of classified hotels, value for money, value chain development, number of visitors vs socio-economic benefits to the destination and/or green credentials.
An entrepreneur (or a small group of entrepreneurs) who has shown excellence in entrepreneurship in Africa’s travel, tourism, hospitality and/or aviation industry.
The most influential media and/or marketing contribution to changing the image of Africa.
Accommodation facility with best world class facilities, quality standards, service excellence provided to guests and sustainable practices (i.e. green credentials, decent employment practices, staff development opportunities) in Africa. Small operations are highly encouraged to participate.
The most inspiring and influential leading woman who has and continue to make and outstanding contribution to changing the course of tourism development in Africa.
Tourism transport organization providing the highest quality standard of service to travelers and has sustainability environmental credentials. This includes the most reliable and efficient transportation companies serving all destination in Africa including remote tourism destinations in Africa.
Destination, business, third sector organization or policy that has made an outstanding contribution to conservation/ environmental protection and community development.
This will be offered to an individual who has made exceptional lifetime contribution in creating positive change in relation to “Destination Africa” beyond the African continent.
We are looking for tech-driven solutions, sustainable hospitality concepts, and heritage-focused startups that will redefine how travellers experience the “Great North.” Whether your project is at the prototype stage or is already an active SMME, we want to see how you are solving the unique challenges of the Limpopo tourism landscape.
Why Apply?
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MEC — Limpopo Economic Development & Tourism, South Africa
Mr Tshitereke Baldwin Matibe born 19 November 1969 is a former Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature. He is a former mayor of Mutale Municipality. He is also a former Executive Mayor of Vhembe District Municipality. Matibe is a Chairperson of ANC Vhembe Region.
Matibe has completed his studies in the University of Venda and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education and Master’s in public Management. He also holds a further Diploma in Education Management from the University of Pretoria, Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management from Regenesys University and he is currently pursuing a PhD in Public Management.
Mec Matibe is a seasoned Leader of the ANC in Vhembe Region, he has been a chairperson since 2012 and is a former Executive Mayor of Vhembe District Municipality who served from 2012 to 2016. In 2019 Matibe was elected as a Delegate to the National Council of Provinces, he served in this position until he was moved to the Limpopo Legislature where he was sworn in as member of the Limpopo Legislature in 2022. In October that year, the party named Matibe as the Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature.
MEC Matibe has served in many organisations during his years as public representative.