Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — The Ethiopian Tour Operators Association (ETOA) convened its 29th Annual General Assembly, marking a significant occasion for stakeholders within the tourism sector. During the assembly, two key reports were presented: the financial report and an update on the ongoing activities of ETOA.
The assembly also witnessed the acceptance of new members into the association. Concurrently, it was decided to revoke the membership of individuals who have failed to pay their annual membership fees for over two years, in accordance with the association's regulations.
Furthermore, the assembly resolved to continue discussions with the Ministry of Tourism on various critical issues affecting the sector. The primary topics of these discussions will focus on tourist safety, illegal practices, and destination pricing. These issues have been identified as priorities that require immediate attention and collaboration with the ministry to ensure a sustainable and competitive tourism environment in Ethiopia.
The assembly underscored ETOA's commitment to fostering collaboration between industry stakeholders and government bodies to ensure sustainable growth and development within Ethiopia's tourism sector.