eThekwini Municipality announced on Thursday that the countdown had begun to enter the Durban Tourism Business Awards as entries close on 28 February.
eThekwini stated that the awards are open to all tourism businesses and individuals in Durban, with winners to be announced at a prestigious awards ceremony taking place in June. “Participants have the opportunity to win development prizes to help elevate their businesses. All category winners will receive up to R50,000 in cash, while winners of the exceptional achievement category will be awarded R100,000 to attend an international tourism exhibition or study tour.”
eThekwini added that the first runner-up will receive prizes up to R35,000, while the second runner-up will receive prizes worth R25,000.
Last year's recipient of the Upcoming Filmmaker Award, Lisa Maria noted that winning the award marked a milestone for her company. “This honour has enhanced our credibility in the industry, broadened our network, and created new collaborative opportunities. The recognition has also inspired us to push creative boundaries and produce even more impactful content. I encourage all creatives and tourism businesses to participate in the Durban Tourism Awards; it’s an invaluable platform for gaining exposure and elevating your business to new heights.”
eThekwini said that the awards will honour outstanding achievements in various categories including:
The Municipality urged entrants to get their entries in by 28 February.
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