AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNepal-Tibet Floods: South Africa’s High Commissioner to India and Nepal, Prof Anil Sooklal, says difficult terrain is hampering searches for six missing South Africans after the floods, with daily liaison via Nepal authorities and the honorary consul. Missing Families’ Plea: A Durban mother, Linda Govender, is set to travel to Nepal to search for her daughter Terricia Govender, one of the six reported missing. Airport Wildlife Seizure: A 28-year-old man was arrested at Cape Town airport after police found 150 live venomous scorpions hidden in his suitcase; the animals were taken to a sanctuary. Tourism Recovery Reality Check: Analysis says South Africa’s international arrivals have recovered but growth is still uneven, with recovery driven mainly by African neighbours rather than long-haul markets. Tourism Month Push: Three provinces launch Tourism Month together at Cargo River Lodge near Colesberg, aiming to sell the region as one destination. Durban Travel Disruption: A brazen cash-in-transit heist on the M25 snarled traffic after explosions and gunfire. Bafana Bafana: Pitso Mosimane is appointed head coach of South Africa’s national team, setting up a fresh football tourism buzz around upcoming fixtures.
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