Protocols

Protocol on the Development of Tourism (1998)

Entry Into Force: 2002-11-26

Date Signed: 2009-09-14

Type: Protocols

Issues: Private Sector

Themes: Industry, Private Sector, Tourism

As a growth industry with socioeconomic impacts, tourism is of particular interest to SADC. In order to foster the tourism industry in Southern Africa for greater economic development of the region, SADC passed its Protocol on the Development of Tourism in the Southern African Development Community on 14th September 1998, which was amended on 8th September 2009.

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Protocol on Gender and Development (2008)

Entry Into Force: Not yet in force

Date Signed: 2008-08-17

Type: Protocols

Issues: Gender

The SADC Protocol on Gender and Development looks into integration and main streaming of gender issues into the SADC Programme of Action and Community Building initiatives which is important to the sustainable development of the SADC region.

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Protocol on Science Technology and Innovation (2008)

Entry Into Force: Not yet in force

Date Signed: 2008-08-17

Type: Protocols

Issues: Science & Technology, Information & Communication

Themes: Science, Technology & Innovation

Science and technology are cross-cutting issues for the SADC region, affecting all aspects of the region’s socioeconomic development. Recognising that these factors play an important role in the future of Southern Africa, SADC passed its Protocol on Science, Technology and Innovation on 17th August 2008 to foster cooperation and to promote development of science and technology in the region.

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