Tourism Organization: Africa received 74 million visitors during 2024, exceeding pre-Corona levels.
For the first time since the (Covid-19) pandemic, Africa exceeded pre-pandemic levels in the number of international tourists, as the continent received 74 million visitors in 2024, an increase of 7% compared to 2019, and 12% compared to 2023, according to a statement. Issued by the United Nations Tourism Organization.
North Africa led the recovery efforts, as the number of international tourists increased by 22% compared to a year 2019, and this strong performance contributed to placing Africa as the second fastest recovering region globally in 2024, after the Middle East, which witnessed a 32% increase in the number of arrivals compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Europe maintained its position as the most popular destinations globally. It attracted 747 million tourists in 2024, an increase of 1% compared to 2019 and 5% compared to 2023. On the other hand, The Asia-Pacific region lagged behind, recording 316 million visitors, about 87% of pre-pandemic levels. As for the Americas, they are close to full recovery, with 213 million visitors received, representing 97% of 2019 numbers.
The number of international tourists in 2024 reached about 1.4 billion, representing a 99% recovery and an increase of 2019. 11% compared to 2023, with an additional 140 million passengers recorded. This growth was fueled by strong post-pandemic demand, strong performance in key tourism markets, and gradual recovery in Asia-Pacific destinations.
International tourism revenues grew in parallel with tourist numbers. Global revenues from international tourism reached $1.6 trillion in 2024, an increase of 3% over 2023 and 4% over 2019, taking into account inflation and currency fluctuations.
Looking to 2025, the Tourism Organization expects The United Nations, based in Madrid, expects a 3% to 5% increase in the number of international tourists compared to 2024. These forecasts are based on the stability of the global economy, low inflation, and… The escalation of geopolitical conflicts.
The Tourism Confidence Index issued by the United Nations confirmed these positive expectations, as about 64% of experts in the United Nations Tourism Committee believe that the year 2025 will be "better" or "much better" Compared to 2024. While 26% expected similar performance for their tourist destinations, while only 9% believe that 2025 will be “worse” Or "much worse" From the previous year.
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