On September 13, 2024, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism hosted a vibrant Build-up Tourism Dialogue at the Apollo Theatre in Victoria West. This event aimed to position the Northern Cape as a premier stargazing adventure destination through an engaging Astro-tourism strategy. The day was a celebration of both astronomy and local culture, featuring
On 26 September 2024, Ms Venus Blennies, the MEC for Finance, Economic Development, and Tourism, joined by the Minister and Deputy Minister of Tourism, Mrs Patricia De Lille and Mrs Makhotso Magdeline Sotyu including senior government officials as well as various stakeholders embarked on her inaugural official visit to the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory
The DEDAT Tourism Programme regards tourism enterprise development as a vital tool for creating an attractive, competitive and marketable destination in Northern Cape. Seven tour operators and activity-based tourism entrepreneurs were selected to participate in a tourism enterprise incubation programme. They include tourism businesses that are interested in stargazing, gastronomy, river rafting, culture, and nature
Six young Astro tourism entrepreneurs from the heart of the great Karoo have embarked on a unique and inspiring journey in the tourism space. If there is ever a good story coming from the centre of the Northern Cape, this is a story as beautiful as the Milky Way arching over the Karoo on a
Today 20 August 2024, Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille and Northern Cape Premier Dr. Zamani Saul officially launched the 2024 Domestic Tourism Programme in Kimberley at Batsumi Guesthouse, marking the beginning of Tourism Month 2024. This year, the focus is on the Northern Cape, a province rich in potential and poised to play a
In celebration of Women’s Month, the Department of Economic Development recently honoured 15 women entrepreneurs who completed the Hair and Beauty training in Kuruman, John Taolo Gaetsewe District, in June 2024. To support their entrepreneurial journey, the department handed over essential equipment, providing them with the tools needed to grow their businesses, create job opportunities,
As part of Women's Month in August, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDaT) conducted a successful confectionery training program in Kuruman, John Taolo Gaetsewe District. The program, designed to empower 14 women and one gentleman, aimed to transform local SMMEs by providing essential skills that will take their businesses to new heights. Participants
On 9 August 2024, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism proudly joined the National Women's Day celebrations in Pofadder, Namakwa District, as part of a Service Delivery Fair to showcase our commitment to community growth and empowerment. The event was marked by a stirring address from President Cyril Ramaphosa, accompanied by Northern Cape Premier
In celebration of Women’s Month, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDaT) had the privilege of participating in a special programme hosted by Seda at the Springbok Inn. Our dedicated officials from the Empowerment Unit were honoured to attend and share the stage to discuss the various initiatives that our department has implemented to
In celebration of Women’s Month, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDaT) hosted a successful Hair and Beauty training program from August 5th to 15th, 2024, in Springbok, Namakwa District. This empowering initiative aimed to uplift 13 talented women and two gentleman by providing them with essential skills to elevate their expertise and enhance