This study investigates how Africa may exploit the tourist industry for global competition while harnessing it in the process. The growing importance of tourism and the recent spotlight it has received, on the one hand, and the absence of adequate coverage of tourism-growth nexus research in Africa in general, have given birth to the brainchild of the entire investigation. The inquiry uses the proposed competitiveness model, which is based on a review of leading international tourism destination development and marketing strategies, to identify important "best practice" trends and destination competitiveness success indicators.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Methodology and data collected
- Tourism and its impact on African economic growth
- Challenges and opportunities for tourism in Africa
- Case studies of tourism development in Africa
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study examines the potential for Africa to leverage the tourism industry for global competition and economic growth. It explores the current state of tourism in Africa, analyzes the challenges and opportunities facing the industry, and investigates how the continent can enhance its competitiveness in the global tourism market.
- The role of tourism in African economic development
- Challenges and opportunities for tourism growth in Africa
- Strategies for enhancing tourism competitiveness in Africa
- The impact of tourism on social and cultural landscapes in Africa
- The relationship between tourism and infrastructure development in Africa
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- The study starts with an overview of the global tourism industry and its significance for economic growth. It discusses the historical development of tourism and highlights the increasing importance of this sector worldwide. The chapter also delves into the specific context of tourism in Africa, emphasizing its potential contribution to economic development and job creation.
- This chapter explores the methodology used in the study, including the data sources, research methods, and key keywords employed in the analysis. The study utilizes various databases and search engines to gather information on the tourism industry in Africa, focusing on relevant articles, reports, and publications.
- This chapter examines the impact of tourism on African economic growth, analyzing the industry's contributions to GDP, employment, and exports. The chapter investigates the relationship between tourism and other sectors of the economy, highlighting the interconnectedness of tourism with areas such as transportation, hospitality, and handicrafts.
- The chapter delves into the challenges and opportunities for tourism development in Africa. It discusses factors that hinder tourism growth, such as infrastructure limitations, security concerns, and lack of marketing strategies. The chapter also examines the potential for leveraging tourism as a driver of economic diversification and sustainable development.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The study explores key topics related to tourism in Africa, focusing on its potential for economic development, the challenges and opportunities facing the industry, and strategies for enhancing competitiveness in the global tourism market. This includes themes such as tourism and economic growth, infrastructure development, tourism competitiveness, sustainable tourism, and the impact of tourism on social and cultural landscapes. The study investigates various case studies of tourism development in Africa, analyzing best practices and successful strategies for leveraging the tourism industry for global competition.
- Quote paper
- Isaac Muponya (Author), Rumbidzai Chiyangwa (Author), 2019, Harnessing for Global Competition. How can Africa Leverage Tourism Industry for Global Growth, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1442763
