ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the issue of regional cooperation in tourism in Africa. It discusses intra-Africa tourism. The chapter focuses on the potentials and limitations of developing intra-Africa tourism to complement non-African tourism on the continent. It discusses the twin issues of regional cooperation in tourism and intra Africa tourism. The chapter also examines the history of regional cooperation in tourism within the East African Community which collapsed in 1977. One of the strategies for increasing the competitiveness of African tourism is regional cooperation within the continent. Regional cooperation is intended to encourage the easy movement of tourists across common borders and to establish joint packages for multi-destination travellers. Regional cooperation has been suggested as a viable way of obtaining the greatest benefits from African tourism through increasing its competitiveness. Tourism is one of the sectors which can benefit from market integration and increased cooperation within Africa. In short, regional cooperation must provide meaning to an African identity.
