KZN MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Sihle Zikalala, says more emphasis needs to be placed on intra-Africa trade.
Addressing the Pan-African Health Tourism congress at the Umfolozi Casino on Thursday, he said, ‘We should ensure that we trade among ourselves as countries in Africa.
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‘Infrastructure development and intra-Africa trade will certainly boost the economy of our continent.’
The MEC said the congress was a ‘unique gathering’ which will open up dialogue on health and tourism.
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‘The general perception is that medical issues are solely confined to physical and mental conditions of human beings.
The fact that we are gathered here to talk about health and tourism is an indication of progress for us as a continent.’
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