The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Rev. Musa Zondi, will speak at the 4th Annual Township & Village Tourism Intra-Trade Conference taking place from 13–14 November 2025 at the Donga Boutique Hotel in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. Appointed in June 2024, Rev. Zondi brings decades of service in public office including his work in economic development and tourism policy. If you wish to attend the event, you can RSVP / register for free on Confspot at https://confspot.co.za/list/township-and-village-intra-trade-conference
Leadership & Vision
With a career spanning roles in national and provincial government, Rev. Zondi emphasises inclusive growth, empowerment of township and village enterprises, and sustainable tourism development as key to transforming KwaZulu-Natal’s economic landscape.
Focus on Township & Village Tourism
His address will highlight how township and village tourism can become engines of local employment, culture promotion and community upliftment. He will focus on the role of small enterprises in rural and township settings, and how government and private stakeholders can partner to unlock these opportunities.
Tourism in KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal is rich in heritage, culture and natural assets. From the province’s coastal resorts and marine tourism nodes to its inland villages and cultural communities, the region presents strong potential for township and village-level tourism development. Rev. Zondi will spotlight these potentials, emphasising how lesser-known local enterprises can be integrated into wider tourism value chains.
Call to Action
Attendees of the conference will gain not only valuable insights but also direct opportunities to engage with provincial leadership, explore partnerships and learn how to position their township or village-based businesses within the tourism economy.
