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27 October 2025
08:30–13:00

Held as part of FHS World, this summit aims to enhance economic and tourism partnerships between the UAE and African nations.

This Summit is by invitation only. FHS Pass Delegate holders do not have access, as attendance is being managed directly by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism.

Under the Patronage of

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri

Minister of Economy and Tourism, United Arab Emirates

Brought to you by:

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Confirmed Ministers and Government Authorities

Arab Republic of Egypt

  • Deputy Minister of Tourism and Antiquities
  • Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE
  • Director General of International Relations and Agreements

Republic of Cabo Verde

  • Minister of Tourism & Transport
  • President of the Board of the Cabo Verde Tourism Institute
  • CEO of Cabo Verde Trade Invest
  • Advisor to the Minister

Federal Republic of Nigeria

  • Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy
  • Permanent Secretary
  • Director of International Tourism Relations & Cooperation
  • Special Assistant to the Minister

Republic of Botswana

  • Minister of Tourism and Environment
  • The Permanent Secretary
  • Chief Tourism Officer, Botswana Investment & Trade Center
  • CEO of Botswana Tourism Organisation

Republic of Rwanda

  • Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the UAE
  • Second Counsellor
  • Communications and Trade Officer

Republic of Liberia

  • Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs & Tourism
  • Presidential Special Envoy on Toursim
  • Deputy Minister for Cultural Affairs and Toursim
  • Director, Bureau of Tourism
  • Ambassador of the Republic of Liberia to the UAE
  • First Secretary, Embassy of Republic of Liberia

Republic of Senegal

  • Minister of Culture, Handicrafts and Tourism
  • Director of Tourism Promotion
  • Direction of Investments and Tourism Developments
  • Director of General Administration and Equipment
  • Director General of SAPCO
  • Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal to the UAE

Republic of The Gambia

  • Minister of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture
  • Permanent Secretary
  • Director General Gambia Toursim Board
  • Director General Gambia Toursim and Hospitality Institute
  • Director General National Center for Arts & culure

Republic of Kenya

  • Principal secretary, State Department for Tourism
  • Head of Tourism Investment and Finance Directorate
  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Tourism Fund
  • CEO, Kenya Safari Lodges and Hotels
  • Technical Assistant to the Principal Secretary

Kingdom of Morocco

  • General Manager of the Tourism Engineering Company
  • Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the UAE

Republic of Angola

  • Minister of Tourism
  • Ambassador of Republic of Angola to the UAE
  • First Secretary, Embassy of Republic of Angola

Kingdom of Lesotho

  • Minister of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture

Republic of Chad

  • Minister of Tourism Development, Culture and Crafts

Republic of Côte d'Ivoire

  • Minister of Tourism and Leisure
  • Ambassador of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire to the UAE

State of Libya

  • Ambassador of the State of Libya to the UAE

Democratic Republic of the Congo

  • Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of Congo to the UAE

Republic of Madagascar

  • Minister of Tourism and Handicraft

Republic of South Africa

  • Charge de Affairs of the Republic of South Africa to the UAE

Republic of South Sudan

  • Diplomat, Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan - Abu Dhabi

Why Africa

Africa's tourism and hospitality sector is expanding rapidly, with 577 hotels and resorts in development, totaling 104,444 rooms, a 13.3% year-on-year increase, outpacing global growth. International tourist arrivals reached 74 million in 2024, up 12% from 2023 and 7% above 2019 levels.

Ministry of Economy & Tourism partners with The Bench to host 'UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit' at FHS World 2025

The event will gather 250+ senior officials, investors, and tourism leaders from 53 African nations to drive partnerships and boost investment in hospitality, tourism, and related sectors.

"The UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit will serve as a strategic platform for exchanging insights and expertise between the UAE and African nations, supporting sustainable development efforts through the establishment of projects and partnerships that serve mutual interests. This aligns with the objectives of 'We the UAE 2031' vision, which aims to position the country as a leading global hub for the new economy, driven by international partnerships and future-focused sectors."

H.E. Badreya Al Maidoor

Assistant Undersecretary of Support Services Sector at Ministry Of Economy, UAE

"We are honoured to partner with the UAE Ministry of Economy & Tourism to launch the UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit as part of FHS World 2025. This collaboration reflects our shared ambition to accelerate investment and development across Africa's hospitality sector. The UAE has long served as a bridge between global capital and emerging markets, and this new platform will strengthen the connections between African nations and the international investment community. Together, we are creating an ecosystem that fosters meaningful dialogue, unlocks deal flow, and drives long-term economic growth across the continent."

Jonathan Worsley

Chairman & CEO of The Bench

Register Interest for UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit

Please note that this is an invitation-only event for select C-level operators and investors, and registration does not guarantee attendance for all applicants.