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​Africa’s Opportunity: Tourism Powered by Education and Skills

Tourism is one of Africa’s most promising sectors, contributing approximately 8.5% to the continent’s GDP and supporting over 24 million jobs, according to the African Union and the UN Tourism. It is not only a vital engine for economic growth but a...

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Harry Theoharis
Candidate for Secretary-General of UN Tourism
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19 May 2025UN TourismEducation & Professional Development
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New Academies in Collaboration with UN Tourism Planned for Zambia and Zimbabwe
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New Academies in Collaboration with UN Tourism Planned for Zambia and Zimbabwe

With African tourism experiencing significant growth, there is now an urgent need to train a wide range of skilled professionals, all equipped with the skills modern tourism businesses need. Reflecting this demand, UN Tourism has signed a Memorandum...

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New Academies in Collaboration with UN Tourism Planned for Zambia and Zimbabwe30 July 2024UN TourismEducation & Professional Development
New Academies in Collaboration with UN Tourism Planned for Zambia and Zimbabwe