Border & Travel Tech: South Africa rolls out mandatory online traveller declarations via SATMS (SARS) from 1 July 2026, replacing paper forms and requiring passport/travel details plus goods/currency declarations. Xenophobia & Safety: Anti-immigration protests continue to disrupt daily life and travel, with reports of migrants fleeing, landlords issuing fake eviction threats, and government/embassies urging people to stay safe and indoors. Repatriation at Beitbridge/Musina: Border Management Authority reports a fatal bus accident near Beitbridge involving repatriation passengers, while returnees praise evacuation support and processing at reception centres. Tourism Numbers: Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says international arrivals rose 12.8% (Jan–May 2026) to 4.22m, with May up 7.2%, and growth from the USA, UK and Brazil. Ports & Exports: Western Cape urges urgent fixes at the Port of Cape Town to prevent costly rerouting of agricultural exports during the 2025/26 season. Sports Tourism: England’s Nations Championship opener vs South Africa at Ellis Park (Johannesburg, 4 July) spotlights travel demand around major fixtures. Creative Economy: Idris Elba and Google launch AI access for 100,000 African creators, boosting content production for tourism and culture.