AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

IHG expanded its hotel portfolio significantly during the quarter, adding 14,500 rooms across 99 hotels globally, a 17% year-over-year increase, contributing to total gross system size growth of 7.2%.

In his new role, Damico will lead Ascent’s next stage of growth and modernization. He plans to explore acquiring additional restaurant brands that align with Ascent’s portfolio, growth strategy, vision, and values.

AIDA Cruises’ winter offerings enable passengers to explore diverse regions, blending African coastal experiences with tropical island visits and extensive European itineraries.

This collaboration fits within broader UAE goals for environmentally sustainable transport and has potential as a model for future regional sustainability initiatives.

Under the programme, eligible hotels, resorts, hotel apartments, and other approved facilities in Dubai South, Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai Parks, and Dubai Islands will receive a 100% reimbursement of the Dubai Municipality fee on room sales and the Tourism Dirham for two years following opening.

Kenya Airways customers can book codeshare flights between Nairobi and Doha and onward to 10 destinations through Hamad International Airport, while Qatar Airways passengers gain access to eight points in Kenya Airways’ network via three daily Doha–Nairobi flights.

This reinstatement is expected to stabilise conservation operations and visitor services at these two of Chad’s flagship tourism assets.

This collaboration aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy emphasizing digital transformation and fintech adoption to diversify the economy.

With over 35 years in hospitality, El Wahidi brings extensive leadership experience managing luxury resorts and complex mixed-use developments across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Unlike conventional PoS setups that merely process transactions, TabSense’s system autonomously manages critical functions such as menu optimization, inventory control, dynamic pricing, sales analysis, and customer interaction.