AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

By initiating visas in early February, authorities aim to improve travel planning for pilgrims and allow more time for coordination with Hajj affairs offices and service providers globally.

A key strategic feature is the flexibility offered by multiple embarkation ports across key cities in three Gulf countries, allowing guests to start their voyage closer to home.

The work includes modernizing port infrastructure and improving critical landside connections, such as roads and logistical hubs, to ensure seamless access for visitors traveling from ship to shore and onward to the country’s premier cultural and natural attractions.

In a continent where tourism is a priority for economic diversification, FHS Africa plays an indispensable role in shaping the investment climate, fostering collaboration, and setting the strategic agenda that will define African hospitality’s trajectory for years to come.

Yum! Brands CEO Chris Turner stated the company delivered outstanding results with fundamentals stronger than ever at KFC and Taco Bell, citing Taco Bell’s market share gains and KFC’s record unit development.

Central to the 100-hotel vision is a partnership model that combines Choice’s global systems and brands with deep local expertise.

RIU has also introduced RIU Party in Tanzania which will be open for guests from the chain’s three hotels on the island. These celebrations are scheduled to take place every Friday at RIU Jambo.

By securing IATA membership and targeting a high-demand leisure route, LIFT is positioning itself to capture a share of the growing post-pandemic demand for international travel from South Africa.

This move strategically taps into Doha’s maturing tourism and business landscape. By converting an existing property to the Kimpton flag, IHG accelerates its market entry with a prime asset, avoiding the longer timeline of a ground-up development.

This acquisition is a core part of SHG’s investment-led growth strategy, focused on integrating high-performing operators with proven concepts.