About
About NFTGA
National Federation of Tourist Guides and Affiliates South Africa NPC — a registered South African non-profit company. NPC Registration 2019/135866/08.
Who we are
A national federation for the guiding sector
NFTGA is a national non-profit company created to represent registered tourist guides and affiliated tourism stakeholders in South Africa.
Our Aim
To champion the causes of registered tourist guides, tourist guide-operators, tourism drivers and tourism affiliates within the broader tourism industry and applicable legal framework.
Our purpose
What NFTGA sets out to do
- Promoting high standards of professionalism
- Supporting ethical and responsible tourism
- Distributing relevant industry information
- Supporting professional growth and adaptation
- Encouraging mentorship and youth development
- Representing member interests
- Engaging with public and private tourism stakeholders
- Collaborating with organisations with shared interests
- Supporting inclusive and sustainable tourism development
Our values
Six values that guide our work
Professionalism
Upholding competent, respectful and reliable service to visitors and industry.
Integrity
Acting honestly and ethically in all industry and member dealings.
Inclusivity
Welcoming guides and affiliates from every region, language and background.
Collaboration
Working with associations, industry bodies and public stakeholders.
Responsibility
Encouraging responsible conduct toward people, heritage and environment.
Sustainable Development
Supporting tourism that benefits communities over the long term.
How NFTGA works
From members to representation
- Step 1
Members
Guides, guide-operators, drivers, trainers, associations and affiliates.
- Step 2
Leadership and Portfolios
Elected leadership carrying defined portfolio responsibilities.
- Step 3
Working Groups and Industry Collaboration
Focused groups engaging with industry and public stakeholders.
- Step 4
Representation, Resources and Member Support
Outputs delivered back to members and the wider sector.
Leadership
Leadership and Portfolios
Draft information
Z Collin
Chairperson
J du Plessis
Vice Chair and Youth Development
FG Collin
Media
A Kirk
Financial and Fund Manager
J Sunkel
Continued Professional Development
H du Toit
Industry
PT Nare
Treasurer
Governance