Major hotel chains race to expand in Africa Published by Conrad Onyango on 22 February 2023 Luxury hotels are expanding in Africa, with Marriott, Radisson Blu and Hyatt leading the way with new developments and acquisitions.
African visa policies: Ranking the most and least restrictive countries Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 December 2022 African travel has become more open to citizens of the continent in 2022.
Africa’s airline industry reorganises to boost profitability Published by Conrad Onyango on 26 October 2022 After being battered by Covid-19, African airlines are re-modelling operations to increase connectivity, traffic volumes and profitability.
Ghana: Majority of Accra’s planned hotel developments on hold Published by Staff Writer on 16 May 2022 Only 14% of the pipeline projects are actively under construction as many have been stalled due to the impact of the pandemic and currency depreciation.
Africa turns to e-visas to prop up tourism, attract skilled workers Published by Conrad Onyango on 28 April 2022 Close to half of all countries in Africa have activated online processing of visas.
Africa’s tourism sector bouncing back Published by Conrad Onyango on 19 April 2022 With the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, Africa’s tourism sector has started showing signs of a recovery as international arrivals begin to grow.
Cape Town seeks to position itself as a remote work destination Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 November 2021 City aims to lure remote workers from other provinces and abroad.
Africa’s more than 130,000 USD millionaires creating demand in luxury segment Published by Conrad Onyango on 3 September 2021 As Africa’s fast-growing super-affluent splurge to satisfy a desire for the finer things in life, their tastes and preferences are building one of the continent’s fastest-growing business segments – luxury.
City on the move: Hawassa, Ethiopia Published by Jeanette Clark on 25 August 2021 Opportunities for businesses across the board in agriculture, construction, commerce and tourism.
Profit-making idea: Modern, affordable hotels catering to the African middle class Published by Staff Writer on 16 August 2021 Investment firm believes Africa’s growing middle class will drive demand for modern and affordably priced branded hotels.
Djibouti: Why Radisson is opening a hotel in this tiny African country Published by Jeanette Clark on 20 July 2021 Djibouti is at the intersection of major international shipping lanes connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe.
African hospitality investor sees potential for economy/mid-range hotels Published by Bradford Keen on 2 July 2021 Investor David Damiba prefers mid-range over five-star hotels and is bullish about the Nigerian market.
City on the move: Kafue, Zambia Published by Jeanette Clark on 17 June 2021 Kafue’s location makes it ideal for any entrepreneur looking to set up an agro-processing facility.
A ticket to recovery: Reinventing Africa’s tourism industry Published by Olivier Monnier on 8 June 2021 Covid-19 triggered an unprecedented crisis in Africa’s tourism industry. Tapping domestic tourism demand will be key to rejuvenating the sector.