The South African province of Mpumalanga hosted the closing of a route that began in Eswatini and continued in Mozambique, designed to strengthen tourism cooperation between three countries with distinct heritages and converging interests. Over three days, tour operators, government representatives and journalists shared experiences and consolidated regional links within the framework of Triland, an initiative that bets on tourism as an engine of development and integration.
Under the coordination of the National Tourism Institute (INATUR), Mozambique took an active part in this final stage. The meeting served to strengthen contacts, broaden perspectives and promote joint tourism packages across the three countries.
On arrival, Ntwanano Mtungwa, CEO of the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency, welcomed the delegation, highlighting the importance of the initiative for regional integration: “May you explore our province to the full over these three days, and the programme that was carefully organised to make Triland a project of true tourism integration.”
The agenda combined outdoor activities — horse riding, quad-bike safaris, target shooting and wine tastings — with spaces for dialogue between professionals in the sector. The mountainous setting and relaxed atmosphere encouraged the emergence of new partnerships and reflections on sustainability, community tourism and the integration of cultural products.
For Gisela Malauene, Deputy National Director of Tourism of Mozambique, Triland strengthens operators' knowledge of neighbouring destinations, encouraging the creation of more solid and diverse proposals. Vusi Dlamini, CEO of the Eswatini Tourism Authority, stressed the practical impact of the initiative on operators' work, who are now better prepared to design packages with in-depth knowledge of the region.
Over the course of the trip, networks of contacts were consolidated, strategies were aligned and foundations were laid for future collaborations. More than a visit, Mpumalanga represented the culmination of a regional effort to position Eswatini, Mozambique and South Africa as a cohesive and competitive tourist destination.
With this cycle complete, Triland establishes itself as a platform of convergence between the three countries, promoting a joint offer based on authenticity, sustainability and a shared vision. Southern Africa is thus moving with a firm step towards a stronger presence on the international tourism scene.
