Former Minister of Tourism Hon. Moses Vilakati Visits African Tourism Board Vice President in Cotonou
Cotonou –
The African Tourism Board (ATB), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism across the African continent, continues to strengthen its partnerships with influential leaders in the tourism sector. On a momentous occasion, the former Minister of Tourism and Environment of Eswatini, Hon. Moses Vilakati, paid a courtesy visit to the ATB Vice President, Mr. Dine Bouraima, at the prestigious Sofitel Hotel in Cotonou, Benin.
A Background on the African Tourism Board
Headquartered in the Kingdom of Eswatini, the African Tourism Board is a trailblazer in fostering tourism as a driver for socio-economic growth across Africa. Under the leadership of its ExecutiveChairman, Mr. Cuthbert Ncube, the ATB collaborates with various stakeholders, including the African Union, multinational organizations, and local governments. Its mission is to promote the continent as a unified and competitive tourism destination while emphasizing cultural preservation, technological innovation, and economic development.
Mr. Dine Bouraima, Vice President of African Tourism Board, left in a strong handshake with Mr. Moses Vilakati, former Minister of Tourism and Environment, Kingdom of Eswatini at Sofitel, Cotonou
The Courtesy Visit: Strengthening Bonds
During the visit, Mr. Dine Bouraima, who also serves as the President of Consortium Touristes Par Million Au Benin (CTM-Benin), expressed the organization’s deep gratitude to Hon. Vilakati. He acknowledged the former Minister’s instrumental role in facilitating the ATB’s presence in the Kingdom of Eswatini. “Your efforts have been pivotal in enabling the ATB to expand its footprint, and we remain committed to supporting you in your future endeavors,” Mr. Dine said, emphasizing the organization’s readiness to collaborate further.
In response, Hon. Moses Vilakati extended his heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Dine and the ATB team for their unwavering dedication to African tourism. He reaffirmed his commitment to continuing his support for the organization’s objectives, highlighting his belief in tourism as a transformative tool for Africa’s development.
A Partnership for Growth
This meeting underscores the African Tourism Board’s proactive approach in engaging with former and current policymakers to align their collective vision for Africa’s tourism industry. The collaboration between the ATB and influential figures like Hon. Vilakati ensures a robust framework for developing regional and continental tourism initiatives, ultimately benefitting local communities and economies.
As Africa continues to position itself as a global tourism hub, the ATB remains steadfast in its mission to inspire and unify stakeholders across the continent. Meetings such as this one in Cotonou signal a promising future for the tourism sector, with leaders committed to its growth and sustainability.
