The recent killing of a German tourist in Mpumalanga has again raised fears of the negative impact this could have on tourism in the country. Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has assured the international community that South Africa is safe while Police Minister Bheki Cele said that police are on top of things when it comes protecting tourists. But, since the incident took place, many tourism bodies don’t seem to have trust in government’s assurances. To discuss this further and also to look at whether this incident may be as devastating as many make it to be,

 

Guest: Ian Cameron – Spokesperson at Action Society