UK, China Boost South Africa's 11% Tourism Surge

South Africa welcomes 1,133,533 overnight tourists in January 2026, marking an 11.8% increase from the previous year and fueled by visitors from the UK, Bahrain, China, Kenya, Egypt, and regional powerhouses like Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Lesotho. Overseas arrivals hit 235,058, led by the UK, Germany, and USA, while SADC nations dominate with 77.8% of total visitors, mostly arriving by road. Holiday seekers flock for leisure, with key ports like OR Tambo and Cape Town buzzing.