The 15th BRICS Summit officially kicked off at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg yesterday (August 22), with the attendance of world leaders having a significant impact on the hospitality industry in the surrounding areas.
“BRICS countries can collectively shape global dynamics and, acting together, have the potential to drive significant changes in the world economy and international relations,” said President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa.
Ramaphosa, who has acknowledged the tourism sector’s vital contribution to the economy, pointed out that South Africa’s tourism industry was recovering well from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and would be boosted by the hosting of the BRICS Summit.
Have a look at some of the world leaders arriving in Johannesburg:
