A fire broke out at the Cabanas Hotel and Manyane Resort in Sun City, causing shock in the North West Province. The Department of Economic Development Environment Conservation and Tourism works to identify the cause and inform the public.
Sun City General Manager Brett Hoppe reported a fire at Cabanas Hotel and Manyane Resort involving a small kitchen fire. Despite staff efforts to extinguish the fire, it spread through the ventilation system and reached the reception area.
Despite the incidents, no injuries were reported, highlighting the resilience of the hospitality industry. The Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation, and Tourism (DEDECT), the province's tourism custodian, works closely with Cabanas Hotel and Manyane Resort management to identify the root causes of fires and implement measures to prevent future incidents, recognizing their gravity.
The North West Province faces setbacks in the tourism sector, which is crucial for job creation and economic growth. The incidents occurred during Tourism Month, preparing for World Tourism Day. The North West Government's Premiers Investor Dinner was successful, but the sector faces challenges. MEC Virginia Tlhapi is working with Sun City and Manyane Resort management to restore these establishments and normalize the tourism sector.
Manyane Resort will be closed until further notice for investigations and repairs. However, the North West Province's Tourism remains strong, with the Park Mahala Week Programme running from September 10th to September 17th, 2023, providing residents and visitors with opportunities to explore other parks in the province.
The North West Province's Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation, and Tourism (DEDECT) and MEC Virginia Tlhapi are committed to restoring Cabanas Hotel and Manyane Resort and fostering the growth of the region's vibrant tourism sector amid challenging times.
