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WTM Africa Opens Entries For New Responsible Tourism Awards In Cape Town, Celebrating Africa’s Bold Leaders In Sustainable Travel And Community Impact
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January 9, 2026
The New WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards in Cape Town will spotlight the pioneers driving Africa’s tourism transformation. By recognizing innovators who are championing eco-innovation and cultural preservation, the awards aim to honor those who are not only reshaping the industry but also fostering sustainable development and community empowerment across the continent. This event highlights the importance of responsible tourism as a catalyst for positive change, encouraging others to follow suit and contribute to Africa’s growing reputation as a leader in sustainable travel.
The WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards 2026 are now accepting entries. Businesses, destinations, and individuals dedicated to promoting sustainable and responsible tourism are invited to submit their applications before the closing date on 20 March 2026.
The winners of the Gold awards at WTM Africa will advance to the Global Responsible Tourism Awards, where Africa’s top achievers will compete on an international stage with leaders from around the world.
The awards ceremony will be held on 14 April 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as part of WTM Africa. These prestigious awards recognize the organisations that are driving positive change in tourism across Africa—contributing to economic growth, social progress, and environmental sustainability.Advertisement
Africa’s exceptional track record in responsible tourism continues to gain recognition on the global stage
“In 2025, the WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards discovered many examples of replicable good practice, and there was a real buzz of celebration,” said Harold Goodwin. “Foxes Safari Camps went on to win Gold at the 2025 Global Responsible Tourism Awards in the ‘All-Inclusives Responsible Tourism Award’ category, while !Khwattu San Culture and Education Centrewon Gold in the “Increasing Local Sourcing & Creating Shared Value” category.”Advertisement
Three of the Gold winners from WTM Africa – Township & Village, DlalaNje, and !Khwattu San Culture and Education Centre – …