A proposed new entrance on the border of the northern part of the Kruger National Park – Shangoni Gate – was officially launched yesterday (Wednesday, March 6) by Deputy Minister of Tourism, Amos ‘Fish’ Mahlalela.
He noted that it was a “seminal turning point in the further development of tourism opportunity” in the park.
“Tourism has the potential to contribute to the economic growth of our country, and thereby create jobs and improve the well-being of our people. This is the main reason for the proposed opening of a new gate on this border of the Kruger National Park, being the biggest of our parks that invite many international and domestic tourists every year.”
History and background
This development is a long time in the making. In 2016, The Department of Tourism committed financial assistance to South African National Parks (SANParks) in 2016 for the development of the Shangoni Gate.
According to the Deputy Minister, this project was supported as it would…
