AHIF - Africa Hospitality Investment Forum

"If we work collectively, we will be more successful in opening more beautiful hotels and attracting people to explore the beauty of Africa" During AHIF 2024, we had an insightful conversation with Wytze Van den Berg, BWH Hotels, where he emphasized the significance of platforms such as AHIF that bring together hotel developers, suppliers, investors, and operators etc. under one roof. Such gatherings play a vital role in elevating the hospitality sector across Africa, fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth among key industry stakeholders. Register your Interest for AHIF 2025 today! https://hubs.la/Q02LG3tX0

Relive the excitement of the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum 2024, held in Windhoek, Namibia. Featuring 75+ industry experts, 55+ sponsors, and over 450 attendees from over 40 countries, the event was abuzz with conversations about the future of hospitality across the continent. After nearly a year, AHIF served as a key platform for reuniting the industry under one roof, making it a memorable event. Register your Interest for AHIF 2025 today! https://hubs.la/Q02Kxx4P0

Ramsay Rankoussi, Radisson Hotel Group, gives exclusive Insights into Radisson's expansion strategy across Africa. Focusing primarily on four key markets—Morocco, Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa—Radisson has strategically expanded by also targeting neighboring countries within these regions. With seven additional signings announced at AHIF 2024, Radisson now boasts an impressive collection of over 100 hotels across the continent. Register your Interest for AHIF 2025: https://hubs.la/Q02K9Hb70

Olivier Granet, Kasada Capital Management, highlights the growing gap in domestic travel in the African market. He also pointed out the fragmented nature of hotel ownership, high costs, and the challenges of securing financing. Despite these hurdles, he remains optimistic about the market's potential for growth, especially by boosting domestic tourism. Tune into the entire conversation:https://hubs.la/Q02JRrFq0 Register your Interest for AHIF 2025: https://hubs.la/Q02JRsm10

Wesam Okasha, DBA l Huaisha 怀沙, highlights the steps that TUI is taking to ensure a sustainable future. The panel discussion regarding authentic hospitality experiences also featured experts such as David Vely, Club Med, Chris Nader, ENVI Lodges and Amos Wekesa, Great Lake Safaris. They discussed the shift from traditional resorts to immersive, authentic experiences, emphasizing cultural immersion and local interactions. The panel concluded that luxury travel's future lies in authentic, immersive experiences connecting guests with local cultures and communities. View the entire conversation: https://hubs.la/Q02JlBDG0 Register your Interest for AHIF 2025: https://hubs.la/Q02JlDNS0

Lee-Anne Singer, Chairperson of FEDHASA Cape, emphasizes the importance of adopting a new approach to recruitment in the hospitality industry. The panel, featuring experts Tonderayi Mageza, Dimitris Manikis, and Mehdi Morad, discusses the need for practical, on-the-job training over formal education, as well as the importance of diverse and inclusive educational pathways. Tune into the entire conversation: https://hubs.la/Q02HW8Rc0 Register your Interest for AHIF 2025: https://hubs.la/Q02HW9QT0

TUI's journey to incorporating sustainibility in hotels and resorts across Africa and other regions. Wesam Okasha, DBA l Huaisha 怀沙 highlights some of the steps taken by TUI BLUE, such as tackling food waste to recycling grey water. With Initiaves such as these, they're setting the standards when it comes to sustainable hospitality. The podcast also touches upon a variety of topics including TUI BLUE's ambitious growth targets, their upcoming luxury property in Zanzibar and their innovative approach to delivering authentic holiday experiences. Listen to the podcast: https://hubs.la/Q02HnWvN0 Register your Interest for AHIF 2025: https://hubs.la/Q02HnVbB0

"In between all of these stakeholders, there is not a single fence, no boundary to protect the local community from animal life." In his Insightful session, Gys Joubert, Managing Director of Gondwana Collection Namibia, discusses Namibia's unique ecosystem. He explains how the river lodge not only benefits the local community but also allows people and animals to share the land as one. There are no fences or borders, even between Namibia and Botswana, making it truly unique. View the entire session: https://hubs.la/Q02Gy0K70

"At the end of the day, it really comes down to the Youth investing their time and effort to try and build the Industry within Africa." Zarna Soni, Chief of People, CityBlue Hotels Hospitality Leaders Unplugged was the newest addition to AHIF. An Interactive Q/A session with the top leaders which aimed to provide the younger generation with a platform. Panelists Included: Lara Dupre, Co-Founder & General Manager, Le Palais d'Akwa Mark Dunford Dunford, Chief Executive Officer, Knight Frank Tonderayi Mageza, Consulting Expert, UNESCO-UNEVOC Dimitris Manikis , President EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Zarna Soni, Chief of People, CityBlue Hotels Lee-Anne Singer, Chairperson, FEDHASA Cape The conversation touched upon a variety of topics such as Africa's young population, stunning scenery, and unique cultures fueling its tourism potential. The need for better infrastructure and sustainable practices was highlighted, alongside training locals in hospitality and keeping profits in Africa being key to shared success. Listen to the full Q/A Session: https://lnkd.in/dyw7Nvtv

AHIF 2024 in Numbers! We’ve wrapped up another successful edition of AHIF, held this year in the beautiful city of Windhoek, Namibia. The event attracted 450 delegates from 40+ countries, including a 16% investor audience, making AHIF 2024 a spectacular success. Register your interest for AHIF 2025 now! https://hubs.la/Q02F0g9m0