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31 March - 1 April 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill, Kenya
For FHS Africa, our objective is to enhance networking opportunities by introducing innovative and engaging formats that foster meaningful connections among delegates. The program is carefully designed to encourage greater interaction between attendees and speakers, ensuring valuable discussions and insights.
The Summit Stage serves as the conference's central hub, hosting all keynote presentations and pivotal panel discussions. It is designed to bring together industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators in one space, fostering meaningful dialogue and knowledge exchange. Attendees can expect high-level insights into global and regional hospitality trends, strategic investment opportunities, and emerging market dynamics.
A dedicated space for learning and inspiration, the Knowledge Station offers engaging workshops, in-depth case studies, and expert presentations. Designed to address key focus topics from the conference, this hub provides valuable insights and practical knowledge for attendees seeking deeper understanding and expertise.
A dynamic platform for exploring investment opportunities, the Showcase Den highlights key destinations, country spotlights, and new project pitches. Designed to connect delegates with potential investments, this space offers valuable insights into emerging markets and groundbreaking developments in the industry.
A collaborative space designed for in-depth discussions, the Pioneer Camp caters to the demand for smaller, longer conversations between delegates and experts. Through interactive roundtables, this hub fosters meaningful dialogue, tackles critical challenges, and develops practical solutions for the industry's future.
Tuesday 31 March
08:30 - 09:30 1 hour
Regsitration
09:15 - 09:30 15 minutes
Knowledge Station - First Floor - Elgon 1
From First Timer to Power Player: Making the most of FHS Africa
09:30 - 11:00 1 hour 30 minutes
Investor Council (closed door session)
09:30 - 10:30 1 hour
Knowledge Station - First Floor - Elgon 1
Speed Networking
10:30 - 11:00 30 minutes
Exhibition Room
Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:10 10 minutes
Summit Stage
Welcome Remarks
11:10 - 11:40 30 minutes
Summit Stage
Hospitality in Context: Africa’s Macro-Economic Outlook
11:40 - 11:55 15 minutes
Summit Stage
TenX Leadership Talk
11:55 - 12:30 35 minutes
Summit Stage
Public Capital, Private Opportunity: How Government Funds Shape Africa’s Hospitality Future
12:30 - 12:45 15 minutes
Summit Stage
Decoding the Data: What the Numbers Say About the Next Chapter in Hospitality
12:45 - 13:00 15 minutes
Summit Stage
CEO Diaries: Leading Through Uncertainty in Emerging Markets
13:00 - 14:00 1 hour
Exhibition Room
Networking Lunch
14:00 - 14:20 20 minutes
Summit Stage
From Strategy to Stake: How Institutional Investors Are Driving Sustainable Hospitality Growth in Africa
14:20 - 14:55 35 minutes
Summit Stage
Bridging the Gap: Innovative Financing Solutions for Hospitality Development - Part 1
14:55 - 15:15 20 minutes
Summit Stage
Bridging the Gap: Innovative Financing Solutions for Hospitality Development - Part 2
15:15 - 15:30 15 minutes
Summit Stage
TenX Leadership Talk
15:30 - 16:00 30 minutes
Exhibition Room
Coffee Break
16:00 - 16:30 30 minutes
Summit Stage
Capital Flows into African Hospitality: Who’s Investing and Why Now?
16:30 - 17:00 30 minutes
Summit Stage
Follow the Money: Hospitality’s Most Attractive Assets in Africa
17:00 - 18:00 1 hour
Knowledge Station - First Floor - Elgon 1
Securing Funding for Hospitality Ventures: Mastering the Art of the Pitch
17:00 - 18:00 1 hour
Pioneer Camp - First Floor - Elgon 2
East Africa Rising: Tourism, Trade & Investment Potential
17:00 - 18:00 1 hour
Showcase Den - First Floor - Elgon 3
Country Spotlight on Hospitality Opportunities
18:00 - 22:00 4 hours
Gala Reception
Wednesday 01 April
07:30 - 08:30 1 hour
Charity Run
09:30 - 10:30 1 hour
Knowledge Station - First Floor - Elgon 1
Breaking Ground: Essential Rules for First-Time Investors in Emerging Markets
09:30 - 10:30 1 hour
Pioneer Camp - First Floor - Elgon 2
Making the Right Choice — Navigating Third-Party Management in Hospitality
09:30 - 10:30 1 hour
Showcase Den - First Floor - Elgon 3
Country Spotlight on Hospitality Opportunities
10:30 - 11:00 30 minutes
Exhibition Room
Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:15 15 minutes
Summit Stage
The Overtourism Question: Can Africa Grow Without Losing Its Essence?
11:15 - 11:45 30 minutes
Summit Stage
Remote, Resilient, Profitable: Self-Sustaining Hospitality Models
11:45 - 12:15 30 minutes
Summit Stage
From Eco-Lodges to Global Brands: Rooted in Culture, Defining African Hospitality’s DNA
12:15 - 12:45 30 minutes
Summit Stage
The Double-Edged Frontier: Ultra-Luxury Growth and Security Realities in Africa
12:45 - 13:00 15 minutes
Summit Stage
FHS Africa Awards
13:00 - 14:00 1 hour
Exhibition Room
Networking Lunch
14:00 - 14:20 20 minutes
Summit Stage
From Paper to Progress: Pipeline Insights
14:20 - 14:50 30 minutes
Summit Stage
Urban Frontiers: Hospitality Investment in Africa's Fastest-Growing Cities
14:50 - 15:05 15 minutes
Summit Stage
Alternative Accommodations Rising: Airbnb's Role in Africa's Travel Economy
15:05 - 15:30 25 minutes
Summit Stage
Reimagining Neighbourhoods: Hospitality at the Heart of Smart City Development
15:30 - 16:00 30 minutes
Summit Stage
Branded Residences & Shared Ownership: What's the Real Opportunity for Africa?
16:00 - 16:30 30 minutes
Exhibition Room
Coffee Break
16:30 - 17:30 1 hour
Knowledge Station - First Floor - Elgon 1
Contracts That Work: Legal Frameworks for Hospitality in Growth Markets
16:30 - 17:30 1 hour
Showcase Den - First Floor - Elgon 3
Country Spotlight on Hospitality Opportunities