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7-9 April 2027
Cape Town
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Celebrating Excellence in Responsible Tourism

Welcome to the WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards, where we celebrate the businesses, destinations, organisations and individuals driving positive change through responsible tourism across Africa. If you know an organisation or individual making a meaningful difference to people, places and the environment, we invite you to nominate them for their outstanding work.

Below, you'll find the 2027 award categories, along with downloadable nomination forms for each category. You are welcome to submit entries in as many categories as you feel are applicable.

The awards are free to enter, providing an opportunity to recognise and celebrate those leading the way in responsible tourism across Africa. The 2027 Responsible Tourism Awards Ceremony will take place on 7 April 2027 at WTM Africa in Cape Town, where we will celebrate the achievements of this year's finalists and winners.

Join us in recognising the people and organisations helping to make tourism more responsible, inclusive and sustainable.

2027 RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AWARDS ENTRIES

NOW OPEN

How to Enter

1. Download your nomination form

2. Complete your application

3. Upload & Submit your application

Upload Your Completed Application

or upload your completed application to https://rtawards.icrt.global/

4. Submit your application by 31 December 2026

The Judging Process

Award Categories

Nature Benefiting Communities

Recognising tourism businesses, destinations and conservation initiatives that create meaningful benefits for local communities while protecting nature and biodiversity. 

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Addressing Climate Change

Recognising businesses and destinations taking meaningful action to reduce emissions, improve resilience and address the impacts of climate change.

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Access for People with Disabilities

Recognising tourism businesses and destinations creating more accessible and inclusive experiences for travellers and meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

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Communicating Responsible Tourism

Recognising businesses, destinations and organisations that communicate responsible tourism practices in authentic, transparent and engaging ways to inspire positive change. 

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Rebalancing Tourism and Addressing Overtourism

Recognising destinations and businesses working to create a better balance between visitors, residents and the places where tourism operates.

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All Inclusive Can Be Responsible 

Recognising all-inclusive tourism businesses and destinations demonstrating positive economic, environmental and community impacts beyond their properties.

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Previous Winners

2026 Winners

22 organisations from 13 African countries were recognised for outstanding achievements in responsible tourism.

View 2026 Winners

About the Awards

The WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards celebrate organisations across Africa that are driving positive environmental, social and economic impact through tourism.

Held annually during WTM Africa, the Awards recognise practical, measurable initiatives that improve lives, protect natural heritage and strengthen local economies.

Join us in celebrating excellence and inspiring a more responsible future for tourism in Africa.

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