In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Erwan Garnier, Senior Director of Development for Africa at Radisson Hotel Group, explores the African hospitality market's booming era and what operators must prepare for. He shares exclusive insights into Radisson's development playbook, from turning ideas into operational realities.

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In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Michael Aldridge, Founder and CEO of KOFISI, shares the story of how the company has evolved from its beginnings in Kenya into one of Africa’s most influential workspace brands. He talks about KOFISI’s unique approach to “hotelifying” the workplace—blending hospitality, design, and service to create full-service environments that enhance productivity and employee wellbeing.

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In this episode of the FHS Podcast, JoBecker-Birck, Director of PR & Communications at WorldHotels, discusses the power of storytelling in the industry. It focuses on how brands are created and elevated through the mediums of PR and storytelling. The conversation also focuses on how the PR domain is evolving and how it can play a significant role in writing a hotel's success story

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Frank Wagner, Director of International Sales at ACT Hospitality Group, presents on the importance of technology investments in hospitality. He highlights how technology is crucial for improving guest experiences, increasing revenue, and reducing costs. Frank explains that the return on investment (ROI) for technology is multidimensional, covering not only financial gains but also operational benefits such as risk mitigation and enhanced guest satisfaction.

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Jad Shamseddin, Chief Operating Officer, Aleph Hospitality, discusses the benefits of independent hotel management companies, emphasising the advantages of clustering multiple properties under various brands. He highlights how this approach can optimise revenue management, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.

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Herman Warren of Hela Network draws parallels between the challenges in the hospitality industry and the lessons learned from boxing and leadership. Using Mike Tyson's fall from grace and Nelson Mandela's resilience as examples, Warren emphasises the importance of staying focused on principles, adapting to disruptive events, and consistently investing in what truly matters. He addresses the global economic shifts shaping Africa's hospitality sector, highlighting the need for strategic, long-term thinking amidst uncertainty.

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As Africa records the fastest tourism growth globally, the UAE is set to inject $6 billion into the continent’s travel and hospitality sector - a move expected to create 70 000 new jobs.

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Marriott International plans to add 50+ properties and 9,000+ rooms in Africa by 2027, expanding into five new markets and debuting Aloft Hotels on the continent. Growth will focus on key regions and a mix of new builds and conversions.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding across Africa with 35 new hotels and over 6,500 rooms set to open in the next 2–3 years. Key openings include InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town, as IHG strengthens its footprint in major markets like Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa, while entering new ones such as Senegal and Nigeria.

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In frontier Africa, hospitality capital rarely moves on demand narratives alone. It moves when a project is deliverable, and an operating asset is governable.

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Kenya’s real estate sector in H2 2025 demonstrated resilience against a backdrop of macroeconomic stabilisation, with developers largely focused on completing existing projects across asset classes.

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The 18th edition of W Hospitality Group's annual survey has a record 53 international and regional (African) contributors, reporting pipeline activity in Africa totalling 123,846 rooms in 675 hotels and resorts, up 18.6 per cent on 2025. The total includes four new contributors this year with 6,636 pipeline rooms between them – on a same-store basis, the increase is still a very commendable 12.2 per cent, much higher than what the international majors report for global pipeline growth. More detail will be available in the main report.

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