Cape Town tourism gets a boost as Emirates and Wesgro join forces
Emirates and Wesgro have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost tourism in Cape Town and the Western Cape province. The partnership aims to increase travel demand from key regions, including the GCC, Far East, and India.
Emirates and Wesgro have partnered to stimulate inbound travel to Cape Town and the Western Cape. The agreement was signed at WTM Africa, held from 13 to 15 April at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The partnership will focus on growing travel demand from priority regions, including the GCC, Far East, and India. Cape Town International Airport recorded 11.1 million two-way passenger movements in 2025, showing continued growth in domestic and international travel. Emirates first launched flights to Cape Town in 2008 and has since expanded its presence, currently operating a mix of aircraft on the route. The airline's role in the province extends beyond tourism, with Emirates SkyCargo supporting South African exports by transporting fresh produce to international markets.
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