Gauteng projects R4.2 billion boost and 1.7 million visitors

By Akani Nkuna

Gauteng Tourism has predicted a major revenue boost and tourism surge off the back of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, projecting more than 1.7 million arrivals in the province, with music events and adventure activities expected to drive the tourism economy.

The agency forecasts that the province could generate about R4.2 billion in tourism revenue by the end of January, as international delegates, media and business leaders extend their stays in Johannesburg and surrounding areas.

“With the G20 World Leaders’ Summit hosting coinciding with the country’s summer and spring into the festive season period, we are anticipating many of the delegates, advanced teams, media and captains of industries to stay behind and take advantage of Johannesburg, Gauteng and South-Africa’s warm weather, blue skies and world-class hospitality rooted in Ubuntu,” said Gauteng Tourism spokesperson, Barba Gaoganediwe, on Sunday.

The G20 Leaders’ Summit brought together leaders and delegations from major