SINCE tourism in South Africa has grown considerably since the country’s first democratic election;

AND SINCE inadequate, uncoordinated, inconsistent and fragmented tourism planning and information provision is the most pervasive challenge facing the development and growth of tourism in the Republic;

AND SINCE transformation is vital to ensure the sustainable growth and development of the tourism sector;

AND SINCE these challenges are best addressed through a concerted effort by all spheres of government and the private sector to work together to create an environment that is conducive to the sustainable growth, development and transformation of tourism,

PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA therefore enacts as follows:—