Implications of Climate Change for Tourism in Africa
Journal Title: GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites - Year 2017, Vol 20, Issue 2
Abstract
Tourism has grabbed the attention of the policy makers and politicians in Africa to bring about labour intensive jobs, economic growth and act as a catalyst for other industries. Although the tourism industry is sensitive to external conditions in terms of its performance and it is often referred to as a contributor to climate change (UNEP and WTO, 2005). With tourism growth as an almost certainty, tourism share of pollution will increase. Climate change remains a threat towards sustainability of the tourism sector globally, and has negative impacts at the destination area, which must be managed to improve the standard of living and quality of life for the host community. This paper identifies the immediate constraints to the tourism sector regarding climate change in the African continent by juxtaposing the benefits and the drawbacks poised by climate change. There is evidence on Africa’s reliance on the tourism industry. The mitigating, amicable and practical solutions on combating climate are highlighted.
Authors and Affiliations
SIFOLO Portia Pearl Siyanda, HENAMA Unathi Sonwabile
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