Original scientific paper
Applying inclusive business approaches to nature-based tourism in Namibia and South Africa
Andrew Rylance
; School of Tourism & Hospitality, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Anna Spenceley
; School of Tourism & Hospitality, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Abstract
Inclusive business is described as private sector-led business initiatives that aim to profitably engage low-income populations across productive value chains. This paper aims to quantify the impact of businesses implementing inclusive business strategies to determine the value to local communities as well as the tourism business. The research reviews the direct impact of the business on communities, determines the value proposition to the businesses as well as comparing the partnership structures between the operators and communities. Practical examples from Namibia and South Africa are provided of how different strategies may, or may not, generate a tangible impact for both parties. The research contributes to the limited literature about inclusive business models in the tourism sector.
Keywords
responsible tourism; partnerships; inclusive business; corporate social responsibility; Southern Africa
Hrčak ID:
170564
URI
Publication date:
15.12.2016.
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