MEC KHOLWANE CONGRATULATE MPUMALANGA WINNERS OF THE LILIZELA TOURISM AWARDS

MEC KHOLWANE CONGRATULATE MPUMALANGA WINNERS OF THE LILIZELA TOURISM AWARDS

                                                                           

Mbombela – The MEC for the Department of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, Mr Sikhumbuzo Eric Kholwane congratulate winners of the national Lilizela Tourism Awards that took place on the 9^th October 2014 at the Gold Reef City, Gauteng.

“On behalf of the Provincial government and the people of Mpumalanga, we wish to join the rest of the country to congratulate and recognize the national winners of the 2014 National Lilizela Awards in different categories. In particular, we want to congratulate our provincial stars Tarental Oorslaap – a three star bed and breakfast business, Tanamera Lodge – a four star lodge and Badplaas Forever Resort Hotel with a three star rating for putting our province on the map. These awards confirm our firm believes that hard work and determination pays fulfilling results, said the MEC”.

 Tourism industry is not only the face of the country but remains one of the key contributors to GDP with a catalytic effect to stimulate local economy but also trade investment. These Awards are in line with the national priorities outlined in the national development plan as an expression of our 2030 vision. They seek to recognize contributions with an impact on job creation, service excellence, entrepreneurial skills and sustainable development.  At the heart of these awards, is radical transformation in the tourism industry with opportunities for the previously marginalized, he said.

The MEC encouraged entrepreneurs in the province to find more creative and innovative ways in developing and running their business.

“South Africa has a very dynamic economy and therefore requires dynamic thinkers who will be able to step in and help this country to put a strong fight against the triple challenges of poverty, inequality and unemployment. We hope these awards will serve as a tonic of encouragement for you to move from strength to strength and we wish you every success as you continue growing your businesses to create more jobs in turn ”, concluded MEC Kholwane.