So far so KAZA: An assessment of the contribution of the KAZA UNIVISA to tourism performance in Victoria Falls

Abstract

Ever since the launch of the KAZA UNI-VISA in 2014,seemingly; no study has been carried out to assess the contribution of the UNI-VISA system to tourism performance in Victoria Falls. Limited research on common visa systems has to date focused on countries of the same economic background such as European Union (EU) countries and South East Asian Nations (SEAN). The goal of this paper was to assess the contribution of the KAZA UNI-VISA system to tourism performance in Victoria Falls. A survey was carried out to collect data. Findings from the study indicate that the KAZA UNI-VISA is contributing positively towards tourism performance in Victoria Falls. In order tobenefit more from the KAZA UNIVISA, the study recommended that the systems be put in place to ensure that visa stickers are always available. The study also recommended the improvement of accessibility into the Victoria Falls area by means of enhancing air transport links into the region.