In 1964, the number of tourists leaving their homes, worldwide. Wildlife tourism can be recognized in many african countries, including ethiopia. Ethiopia is endowed with unique landscape, paleontological, archeological, historical and living cultural tourism attractions. The information provided in this bulletin is designed to provide helpful information on tourism related policies and frameworks. This article examines a little about what makes irreecha an unmissable celebration in. The master plan, which is meant to guide tourism activities in ethiopia for the next ten years, was developed by eca in collaboration with ethiopias ministry of tourism and culture. Therefore, any tourism development endeavor should address these basic facts while designing tourism development policy.
The tourism policy bulletin does not represent policy advice. One of the most interesting of those celebrated in the country is the irreecha festival. This study supports this objective through in depth analysis of the supply and demand sides of the sector and by proposing a focused and viable strategy to grow tourist visitation and revenues whilst supporting the goe poverty reduction goals. The estdp is intended to address poverty and development issues in ethiopia, using the rich tourism resources as a vehicle for generating tourist expenditure on goods and services provided by ethiopians. This approach is consistent with the tourism development objectives outlined in the pasdep and the draft tourism policy of ethiopia. One reason why the study about tourism services is important is that the government cannot ensure consistent economic growth. Challenges and opportunities a case study in gondar city, ethiopia biruk, zerihun on. Its crystal clear waters and fine sandy beaches are a major attraction to tourists. Ethiopia tourism everything about tourism in ethiopia. Youll see personalized ideas from other travelers like you. Introduction of international tourism as a development stimulus or tool in subsaharan africa is relatively recent. Second, the paper presents the problem statement by identifying and analysing the main development issues. Opportunity for investment in ethiopias hospitality. Ethiopias vision of becoming a middle income country by 2025 is built around economic, social, and environmental pillars ethiopian investment comission 4 ethiopia envisions to become a middle income country and leading manufacturing hub in africa by 2025.
Challenges and future perspectives for tourism development. Challenges and opportunities a case study in gondar city, ethiopia. The company is a member of the ecotourism association of ethiopia and the recipient of numerous travel awards, including certificates of merit from the ethiopian tourism commission in 2004 and 2005. The african country was given the award by the the european council on tourism and trade, who praised its outstanding natural beauty, dramatic landscapes and ancient culture. Ethiopia is a relatively small tourism destination worldwide, which gives the possibility to grow in terms of tourist arrivals. Contents on this website is published, managed and maintained by ministry of tourism. Biha applauded ethiopias efforts to boost tourism, which she described as a sector that could speed up the muchneeded structural. Pdf tourism development policy ministry of culture and. People who visit the historic route are, of course, primarily interested in the countrys history and the unusual accomplishments of ethiopians over the millennia. Ethiopias sustainable tourism master plan 20152025. The oic countries in europe mainly turkey accounted for 25.
Tourism in ethiopia has always involved features of ecotourism. Prevailing situation of ethiopias tourism sector since 1965, when. Ethiopia is a potential market source of revenue for local and foreign tourism industry products and services. The safari tourism is the most common excursion of national parks. The historic route in ethiopian tourism development ashenafi tafesse university of gondar, ethiopia ashenafi. Socioeconomic impacts of tourism in axum town 2 introduction at present, axum is one of the top tourist sites in ethiopia with the number of tourists visiting axum increasing from time to time. One of the policy issues to deal with in the realization of ethiopia s tourism development is the creation of conditions enabling interlinkages between and coordination among the evidently fragmented activities of many entities participating in the development of the industry at all levels. Guiding the tourism industry in a broad based direction developing the existing and new products in variety,scale and quality expansion of infrastructure and tourist facilities essencial for tourism development undertaking. Population policy with a goal to harmonize the rate of population growth and the. Federal democratic republic of ethiopia, addis ababa.
The role of the tourism sector in expanding economic. Ethiopian sustainable tourism development project estdp. Ethiopia investment policies and incentives and opportunities. The primary data was collected from 501 foreign tourists in the study area. As agrarian systems decline, tourism may also offer rural dwellers an alternative to unemployment or migration to urban areas.
To the best understanding of the researchers, very few studies have been carried out on ecotourism and challenge s and prospects of tourism industry in ethiopia. National report of ethiopia sustainable development. Dear sir i want biodiversity policy of ethiopia doc. These depicted travels to the land of punt, which the egyptians knew was the source of the nile, and where they traded for gold, incense, ivory and slaves. This policy which was endorsed by the council of ministers in august, 2009 gives due attention to. Tourism is a sector that holds a bright promise for our country ethiopia. The policy rests upon the following basic principles. The policy guaranteed equal access to culture for all nations, nationalities and peoples of ethiopia. In doing so the ministry closely works together with different national and international stakeholders. Naturally, this makes it a top destination for travelers eager to explore unique local celebrations. Tourism is a featured component of ethiopias poverty reduction strategy paper prsp, which aims to combat poverty and encourage economic. It is comprised of experienced operators and technical staff who provide a. It is comprised of experienced operators and technical staff who provide a quality service and travel assistance. This was an attempt by the former ministry of youth, sport and culture ii now the ministry of culture and tourism to put an end to all real and perceived discriminatory practices made by previous regimes, including the derg regime.
Ethiopias tourism resources and development request pdf. Dear abrish,may you send the national ict policy please. Forget sunny spain, enchanting thailand and the romance of france. Challenges and prospectus of ethiopian tourism industry. Tourism in ethiopia dates back to the preaxumite period when the first illustrated travel guides to ethiopia can be found in the friezes of the pyramids and ancient sites of egypt. Ethiopia is currently experiencing rapid growth in international tourism. For instance, the numbers of both the international and domestic tourists in. Challenges and prospectus of ethiopian tourism industry tekabesintayehusheferahu lecturer in banking and finance department, jimma university, ethiopia. This study analyzes strategic intervention options that can inform the implementation process of ethiopia s national tourism development policy in an effort to make the sector globally competitive. Based on these attractions diverse types of tourism including. Ministry of culture and tourism ethiopia wikipedia. The government of ethiopia goe has set in train an initiative to develop the tourism sector in ethiopia.
In addition, the paper sheds light on ecotourism as an important market segment of the tourism industry and. Page 6 above and beyond its economic advantages, tourism promotes better and reciprocal understanding and closer relations among peoples, thereby fostering a culture of peaceful coexistence and mutual respect. The government is proving its commitment and willingness to develop tourism through a number of initiatives. An analysis of the tourism marketing performance and.
For any query regarding this website, please contact web information manager, email. Challenges and opportunities for sustainable tourism. It was around 1960, that the potential of tourism drew the attention of the imperial government authorities. Ethio telecom, a stateowned organization, has been spearheading an ict driven policy in close conjunction with technology and hospitality players.
The main objectives of the eu tourism policy to facilitate the responsible competitiveness of the eu tourism sector, the sustainable growth and job creation of the tourism activity in the eu and globally in order to provide to the eu and third countries tourists high quality, best value for money. As the saying goes, we left our hearts in africa, and these are the top places you should consider visiting if. Responsible tourism policy facts on ethiopiaethiopian tour. This is a result of the remarkable socioeconomic reforms and diligent endeavours and commitment of the government of the federal democratic republic of ethiopia. The historic route in ethiopian tourism development. The views, opinions and conclusions expressed in this tourism policy bulletin do not necessarily represent the. Because of its advantage being the center of an ancient civilization, the area is endowed with huge historical and archeological. The crv might benefit from this, although the crv will most likely remain a niche market. Ict has empowered ethiopia to sell its tourism products on a global platform, which allows both investors and visitors to take notice of ethiopias hospitality industry. Ethiopia is well known for being the cradle of african civilization.
Abstract this study focuses on identifying the challenges and prospects of ethiopian tourism industry. Economic affairs officer, ditc, unctad and research fellow, institute for development policy and management, university of manchester. The ethiopian ministry of culture and tourism is the ministry of the government of ethiopia responsible for researching, preserving, developing, and promoting the culture and tourist attractions of ethiopia and its peoples, both inside the country and internationally. Many examples of responsible tourism come from rural areas, where tourism may be the only formal sector employment option. Account should be taken of the fact that for the last four decades or so, a tourism revolution has been sweeping the world. Tourism is defined as it includes many geographic, economic, environmental. National policies and strategies ethiopian legal brief. Company description highway tours is a small tour and travel company providing the ultimate holiday service to ethiopias historic, cultural, nature, and wildlife destinations. National tourism policy for malawi travel world china.
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