MBOMBELA- MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Jesta Sidell, has appointed an Interim Board to oversee governance issues of the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA). Recognising the pivotal role that MTPA plays in stimulating economic growth and job creation, MEC Sidell has prioritised the swift appointment of an Interim…
Heads are set to roll at the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) after former national Deputy Minister of Tourism, Fish Mahlalela was appointed as the interim Chairperson of the Board set to release findings of the forensic investigation into corruption at the entity. This was announced by the MEC…
MBOMBELA – The MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Makhosazane Masilela is leading a delegation of exhibitors from the province to the 2025 Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban from 12 to 15 May, 2025. Various departments, tour operators, municipalities and the hospitality industry will exhibit in a dedicated area for…
The MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Makhosazane Masilela, is inviting holidaymakers to take a Shot Left and visit Mpumalanga to explore its breath-taking scenery, the Big Five and many other tourist attraction sites. This Easter weekend brings unparalleled economic stimulation, as it has a potential to draw a large…
Malibongwe Mkhwanazi from Volksrust in the Dr Pixley ka Isaka Local Municipality recently walked away with the hotly-contested Miss Mpumalanga 2025 title held at the Communio Auditorium in the City of Mbombela. The pageant marked its 15th anniversary crowning, having commenced in 2011 with its inaugural queen, Mpumi Lephoko. It…
MBOMBELA – The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, in collaboration with the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), has awarded R3.5 million in funding to 24 tourism youth businesses in Mpumalanga. The awarding ceremony was held yesterday, March 18, at the University of Mpumalanga in Mbombela. This initiative aims to…