Ennismore announces first Delano Hotel & Residences in Marrakech
Mon, 11 May 2026
Ennismore and YAMED announced Delano Marrakech Hotel & Residences, the brand’s African debut, featuring 130 guestrooms and 80 branded residences. Sales launch in 2026, with the luxury Marrakech hotel opening scheduled for 2030.
SalamAir expands in Africa with new direct service to Kigali, Rwanda
Mon, 04 May 2026
SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost carrier, has announced the opening of sales for its newest route to Kigali, Rwanda, further expanding its growing presence across the African market.
Saudi’s almatar partners with Wakanow to strengthen African travel connectivity
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
Saudi travel tech company almatar has partnered with Africa’s Wakanow to expand flight services across more than 15 countries. The agreement was signed under the patronage of the Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.
IATA urges Africa to prioritise aviation for growth
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged African governments to prioritise aviation as a driver of economic and social development. Focusing on safety, competitiveness, sustainability, and ease of business can boost jobs, trade, tourism, regional integration, and long-term prosperity.
Ethiopia targets tourism takeoff with Africa’s largest airport
Sun, 19 Apr 2026
Ethiopia has unveiled an ambitious national tourism strategy aimed at positioning the country among Africa's leading emerging destinations, while simultaneously advancing a landmark project to construct the continent's largest international airport.
Etihad Airways unveils six new destinations in Africa
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
Etihad Airways has announced a significant expansion of its Africa network, adding new routes to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ghana, Nigeria and Zimbabwe from Abu Dhabi, as part of its continued global growth strategy.
Ethiopian Airlines marks 80 years of service
Thu, 09 Apr 2026
Ethiopian Airlines marked 80 years of service on Wednesday (April 8) with the launch of year-long celebrations marking the anniversary.
Aleph Hospitality targets 100 hotels by 2029, strengthens leadership
Thu, 09 Apr 2026
Aleph Hospitality, a leading independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has set a new milestone for the group of operating 100 hotels by the end of 2029.
Radisson Hotel Group surpasses 100 hotels in Africa
Wed, 01 Apr 2026
Radisson Hotel Group has surpassed 100 African hotels in operation and development, with Radisson Blu leading and Radisson fastest-growing. Over the past year, it signed over 15 hotels, adding 2,500 rooms and entering Congo and Zimbabwe.
CIMGLOBAL expands into Africa, appoints Regional Director
Tue, 20 Jan 2026
CIMGLOBAL, a leader in association management and Professional Congress Organiser (PCO) services, has announced a major strategic expansion into Africa with the appointment of respected tourism expert Nomasonto Ndlovu as Regional Director.
Etihad opens four new gateways to Africa, Asia
Wed, 05 Nov 2025
Etihad Airways has launched four inaugural routes to Tunis, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, and Hong Kong within three consecutive days.
Ascott expands in Africa with Somerset Admiralty Way Lagos
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a leading international lodging operator and a wholly owned subsidiary of CapitaLand Investment, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement for Somerset Admiralty Way Lagos, a new serviced residence located in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria.
UAE, Africa agree on new investment mapping for tourism projects
Mon, 27 Oct 2025
In a landmark move, the UAE has entered into an agreement with 20 African nations to launch new investment mapping featuring diverse tourism projects in the fields of aviation, logistics, infrastructure and digital transformation.
UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 opens in Dubai
Mon, 27 Oct 2025
The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 began today under the theme “Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth.” Organised by The Bench during the Future Hospitality Summit, the event aims to enhance economic cooperation and expand tourism investment opportunities between the UAE and Africa.
UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit to start October 27 in Dubai
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism is hosting the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 in Dubai on October 27, at the Madinat Jumeirah hotel. To be held under the theme ‘Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth,’ the summit is part of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS World 2025), organised by The Bench.
ATPI Group launches travel platform for African market
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
ATPI Group, a travel and events management company, has launched ATPI BAO - Booking Africa Online, the group’s first fully integrated, end-to-end travel management platform for the African market.