Africa: Tourism 'Intrinsically Susceptible' to Climate Shocks, Political Unrest, Pandemic Threat

In 2023, the sector contributed three per cent to the global gross domestic product , amounting to $3.3 trillion, and employed one in every ten people worldwide. For countries in special situations, like small island nations,

tourism accounted for nearly 35 per cent of all export earnings and up to 80 per cent of national exports"Despite the spectacular benefits reaped across its vast supply chains - tourism is also intrinsically susceptible to a host of disruptive forces - such as climate change, pandemics, acts of terrorism, and domestic political instability," Mr. Francis said.He expressed concerns about the sector's environmental and carbon footprint, saying sustainability must be paramount.

This includes designing infrastructures that can withstand environmental disasters, fostering innovations that enhance economic and social resilience, and diversifying tourism activities to reduce recovery time after disruptive events.international arrivals rebounded to almost 90 per cent of pre-pandemic levelsThis recovery must serve as a catalyst for bold action and transformative change, he said, emphasizing,"tourism can - and must - be a part of this plan for a better future for all.

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