Cruise Cape Town Sets Sail for Growth After Successful 2025-26 Season
This year’s SeaTrade Global Cruise Conference in Miami, where industry leaders highlighted the trends which are shaping destination competitiveness and future cruise deployment decisions.
Wesgro Launches Western Cape Export Strategy 2035 for Growth
The 2035 strategy provides a practical roadmap to grow exports, create jobs and support the Western Cape Government's #GrowthForJobs vision of building a R1 trillion, inclusive economy.
South Africa named Africa’s Most Competitive Economy in 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Rankings
IMD World Competitiveness Center, with its flagship World Competitiveness Ranking, has provided data for 38 years and analysis. It has taken a global, regional, sub-regional, economic, and “people” lens, using external hard data and the results of a home-grown…
Emirates expands Cape Town Operations; Boosting Global Connectivity and Trade Opportunities
The latest expansion by Emirates marks another milestone in Cape Town’s aviation development strategy. It will further enhance the global competitiveness of the City of Cape Town and will reinforce…
LATAM launches direct Cape Town–São Paulo service; inaugural flight lands on July 2
The newly launched route is built on growing tourism demand. As between January and May 2026, visitor arrivals from South and Central America to Cape Town increased by 4% year-on-year. Along with arrivals from Brazil growing by 12% that reflected continued…
Wesgro Identifies Key Trends Shaping the Future of Tourism in South Africa
Building a tourism sector that is resilient, future-ready and globally competitive will play a vital role in unlocking greater economic opportunities across the province. A strong and sustainable tourism industry has the…
Wesgro Unveils Report on Green Economy Growth and Investment Prospects
The report also provides a high-level outlook on the global green economy and positions the Western Cape within this evolving landscape. It moves from global trends to key thematic segments:…
Western Cape and Italy signs MOU to strengthen trade and business
Wesgro noted that they are proud to support a pipeline of Italian companies investing in the province, particularly in agricultural equipment and the circular economy.
Wesgro proudly showcase local South African productions at Cannes 2026
Representatives from the Western Cape engaged with global industry leaders and participated in the Global Production Awards, reinforcing the region's competitive edge.