KZN remains safe tourist destination, Fedhasa assures
The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (Fedhasa) believes KwaZulu-Natal remains a safe tourist destination.
It's been reacting to an incident in which two elderly visitors from the United States were robbed of their personal belongings in Durban.
The two men, who are believed to be in their seventies, were mugged by about eight suspects near the Workshop Centre on Sunday.
"I would like to express my sympathy to the victims and hope that they are recovering well from this incident," says Fedhasa chairperson Brett Tungay.
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"Violence of crime can occur at any destination around the world. It is important to note that Durban remains a safe and welcoming city for tourists.
"It is a beautiful city with a rich cultural heritage and many attractions that appeal to visitors from around the world. When encourage tourists to continue to visit Durban and experience all this amazing city has to offer.
"In terms of safety, it is always best to check with your accommodation establishment or a local tourism office about the safety of the areas you would like to visit."
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