Positive Tourism in Africa

Positive Tourism in Africa presents a hopeful and resilient perspective on the continent's tourism future, highlighting the value it creates for communities and ecosystems. The book explores various themes such as community-based tourism, wildlife conservation, and the role of indigenous knowledge in promoting sustainable tourism practices.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Positive Tourism in Africa presents a compelling alternative to the prevailing colonial and reductionist narratives surrounding the future of tourism in the continent. While acknowledging the ongoing challenges faced by African countries, it offers a uniquely optimistic perspective on the potential of tourism in Africa. By examining a broad range of empirical studies, conceptual frameworks, culturally centered paradigms, and innovative methodological approaches tailored to African contexts, this book showcases the diverse facets of tourism in Africa that demonstrate hope, resilience, growth, and survival.

The volume delves into various themes, including community-based tourism, wildlife tourism, tourism governance and leadership, crisis recovery, regional integration, the role of indigenous knowledge, event tourism, and the impact of smart technologies. It recognizes the challenges and opportunities for growth that exist within these diverse contexts and explores how tourism can create value for a wide range of stakeholders.

Featuring a diverse array of contributions from authors from various African backgrounds, this book offers an Afro-centric interpretation of tourism phenomena. It will be of immense interest to students, researchers, and academics in the fields of Tourism, African Studies, Development Studies, and Geography.

By presenting a positive and inclusive narrative of tourism in Africa, this book contributes to a more nuanced understanding of the continent's tourism potential and the role it can play in promoting sustainable development, cultural exchange, and social empowerment.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032338514