from MATEO LOPEZ in Madrid, Spain Special Contributor MADRID,(CAJ News)– INTERNATIONAL tourism is continuing to expand, but geopolitical instability, higher travel costs and economic uncertainty are testing the resilience of one of the world’s most important service industries.
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he International Monetary Fund on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) forecast global growth in 2026 would slow less than previously expected because of advanced economies’ “resilience” in the face of war-fuelled energy prices, but warned low-income countries remained vulnerable to the supply shock.
Even in periods marked by uncertainty, conflict, and economic shocks, people continue to travel across the Middle East and North Africa. Businesses adapt, communities continue to welcome guests, and tourism demand remains remarkably resilient. That resilience says something important about this region and about the enduring appeal of its people, culture, and destinations.
More than one million international tourists came to South African shores in the month of August 2026, representing a 7.4% growth compared to August 2025.
Mpumalanga Province has launched a comprehensive 2026 infrastructure and conservation investment program across the Kruger National Park circuit, solidifying its position as the primary anchor of South Africa’s wildlife tourism economy. By upgrading regional visitor facilities, expanding anti-poaching security, and enhancing direct air connections through Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, the province is driving nationwide tourism…
West Africa’s vast mineral endowment and faster mine development timelines make the region essential for precious metals producers willing to accept greater geopolitical risk, Fortuna Mining CEO Jorge Ganoza says.
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