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- Africa's tourism sector experienced a 12% increase in international arrivals in early 2025, surpassing other regions.
- North Africa led with a 14% rise, while Sub-Saharan Africa saw an 11% growth; Morocco reported a significant 19% increase.
- The UN reported nearly 690 million international travelers in the first half of 2025, exceeding pre-pandemic levels by 4%.
- Challenges such as high transport costs and geopolitical tensions may impact future growth.
- The UN projects a cautious growth forecast of 3%-5% for international arrivals by the end of 2025.
