SATSA welcomes new South African Tourism Board appointments

SATSA would like to extend a warm welcome to the newly appointed members of the South African Tourism Board (SAT). We are particularly proud to see the appointment of three individuals with strong ties to SATSA: Rachel Nxele, our esteemed Vice Chairperson; Jonathan Gadiah, a valued SATSA member and CEO of Thompsons Africa; and Judi Nwokedi, another respected SATSA member and Group Chief Sustainability Officer at Tourvest Integrated Tourism Group.

We also congratulate P Lawsen Naidoo, Siza Mzimela, Miller Matola and Tumelo Selikane, on their appointments, as announced by Minister Patricia de Lille.

The inclusion of Rachel, Judi and Jonathan on the Board ensures a strong representation of the private sector's perspective, which is essential for the development and implementation of effective tourism strategies. Their deep understanding of the industry's challenges and opportunities will be invaluable in shaping policies that benefit the entire tourism ecosystem.

SATSA is encouraged by the diverse expertise and experience represented on the new Board. We are confident that their collective knowledge and leadership will be instrumental in guiding South African tourism towards a successful future. We look forward to collaborating closely with the Board to address the challenges and opportunities facing our industry and contribute to the sustainable growth of tourism in South Africa.

SATSA pledges its full support to the new Board and wishes them every success in their tenure. We are excited about the potential for enhanced cooperation between the public and private sectors, and we are committed to working together to promote South Africa as a premier global destination.