In a joint statement, Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency, Eswatini Tourism Authority and Agência Nacional Para Desenvolvimento e Investimento Turístico IP (ANDITUR), reassured local, regional and international travellers that Mpumalanga, Eswatini and Mozambique remain open, welcoming and committed to delivering safe, memorable and well-coordinated travel experiences across the Triland route. The three entities also emphasised their shared vision for regional tourism.
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While peaceful protests are a constitutional right in South Africa, the Triland partners in their statement firmly reject intimidation, violence, xenophobia and criminality directed at visitors, residents or businesses.
“Our partnership is grounded in hospitality, respect, cultural exchange and regional cooperation, and these values continue to guide our collective response.”
“Our partnership is grounded in hospitality, respect, cultural exchange and regional cooperation, and these values continue to guide our collective response,” the statement reads.
The Triland destinations continue to work closely with national, provincial and local authorities, border-management agencies, tourism stakeholders and law-enforcement structures to monitor developments and support the smooth movement of visitors. Based on current assessments, key tourism attractions, accommodation establishments, nature reserves, border posts and tourism routes across the Triland region remain operational, with stakeholders continuing to share updates as needed.
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Travellers and tour operators are encouraged to remain in contact with their travel service providers, consult official tourism and border-information channels, and allow sufficient time when planning cross-border movement. The Triland partners will continue to support coordinated communication with the tourism trade and the travelling public.
“We remain committed to safeguarding Southern Africa’s reputation as a welcoming region for leisure, business and cross-border tourism.”
According to the statement, the Triland partnership remains confident in the resilience of the region’s tourism sector and in the shared responsibility to protect the livelihoods, enterprises and communities that depend on travel across our three destinations.
“We remain committed to safeguarding Southern Africa’s reputation as a welcoming region for leisure, business and cross-border tourism.”
From Mpumalanga’s wildlife and scenic landscapes to Eswatini’s culture, heritage and adventure experiences, and Mozambique’s coastline, marine attractions and vibrant communities, the Triland route continues to offer exceptional value and diversity to travellers from around the world.
“We call on all stakeholders to promote constructive dialogue, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence, recognising that visitor confidence, community wellbeing and tourism livelihoods across the region depend on stability and cooperation.
“Together, we remain united in our commitment to one region, three destinations and endless experiences,” the statement concluded.
