The Chamber
FSACCI Appointed as Representation Office for Île de La Réunion Tourisme in South Africa
The French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FSACCI) is proud to announce its appointment as the official Representation Office in South Africa for Île de La Réunion Tourisme (IRT).
This mandate marks an important new chapter in strengthening tourism, business, and institutional ties between South Africa and the French overseas region of La Réunion. Through this partnership, the FSACCI will support IRT in developing the destination’s visibility and positioning in the South African market, working closely with key stakeholders from the tourism industry, media, and business community.
As Representation Office, the FSACCI will coordinate and implement a range of strategic actions, including:
- Promoting La Réunion as a destination to South African tourism professionals and partners (with the assistance of Mrs Hélène Bezuidenhoudt)
- Supporting B2B engagement with tour operators, travel agents, and industry stakeholders
- Assisting with media relations, communication initiatives ( with Havas Media and Urban Espresso
- Events
- Facilitating partnerships and long-term cooperation between South African and Réunionese actors
Concrete opportunities for FSACCI members
Beyond the institutional dimension, this mandate also brings direct value to FSACCI members. It will create new business, visibility, and networking opportunities.
Members will benefit from:
Increased exposure through FSACCI and IRT joint actions and events
Opportunities to engage in B2B initiatives, workshops, and professional delegations
Access to new partnerships and cross-regional projects between South Africa and La Réunion.
With its strong footprint in South Africa and its extensive network across both business and institutional ecosystems, the FSACCI is ideally positioned to act as a bridge between South Africa and La Réunion, contributing to the development of sustainable tourism exchanges and new opportunities for collaboration — while generating tangible returns for its members.
We are honoured by the trust placed in us by Île de La Réunion Tourisme and look forward to working together to further promote this exceptional destination in the South African market.
For any question please directly contact Erwanne Meilhoc , business@fsacci.com
