South Africa to open up for international travel from October 1, says President

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday the country would open its international borders selectively for travel and tourism from October 1, bringing much needed relief to a sector largely dependent on high-spending foreign tourists.

The easing of travel restrictions is part of the President's announcement to shift the country to the lowest level of coronavirus lockdown in a five level system from September 21.