Tag: TourismIndustry
Parity vs proliferation – why short-term rental regulation is needed
Public debate often frames short-term rental (STR) regulation as a clash between “disruptors” and “dinosaurs”. However, the reality for South African hospitality is both simpler and more urgent. The City of Cape Town’s move to impose commercial property rates on STRs does not represent an attack on innovation. Instead, it addresses a problem that policymakers have ignored for far too long.
Economic stress test – SA’s recovery under pressure
As we enter the second quarter of 2026, South Africa’s economy faces a critical test. SA’s hard-won recovery now confronts significant pressure. A global energy shock has triggered a sharp rise in living costs. Fuel prices continue to surge. Consequently, logistics-driven inflation now affects the entire consumer landscape.
