Dakar, Senegal – From November 28 to 29, 2024, the Ministry of Tourism and Handicrafts, through the Directorate of Tourism Promotion, organized a strategic workshop at the Fleur de Lys Hotel, Almadies, on the Revitalization of Internal Tourism. The main goal of this event was to define a national strategy…+
Cotonou, the economic capital of Benin, is undergoing a major transformation, and the Fidjrossè-Togbin neighborhood is quickly positioning itself as one of the region’s emerging tourist gems. Thanks to Phase B of the Asphaltage project, the government of President Patrice Talon is transforming this area into a hub of tourist…+
Underscoring the company’s global leadership in branded residences and luxury development, Marriott International announces a strong residential pipeline in the MEA region Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR, “Marriott”) announces its accelerated growth in its branded residential portfolio in the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region, with 41 projects in the portfolio, including…+
Morocco establishes itself as a jewel of African tourism in 2024, according to the prestigious British newspaper The Telegraph. This ranking highlights the richness and diversity of Moroccan landscapes, as well as the multiple cultural and natural attractions that appeal to an increasingly broad international audience. Since the beginning of…+
Dakar, the capital of Senegal, is preparing to host the inaugural edition of the International Coastal and Cruise Tourism Fair (SATOLIC) from November 20 to 23, 2024. This unique event will take place at the Place du Souvenir Africain and will bring together key players in coastal tourism and the…+
The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs of the Republic of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with UN Tourism, proudly announces the Women in Tourism Regional Congress, a pivotal three-day event aimed at reshaping the tourism landscape and opportunities for African women through enhanced education, technological innovation, and improved finance access.…+
UN Tourism and the TUI Care Foundation launch ‘Colourful Cultures’, a call for proposals focused on supporting the creative talent of a continent. The initiative aims to empower local artists and artisans, particularly women and youth, in rural tourism destinations across selected African countries. These projects will enhance the benefits…+
The World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) and its Affiliate Member, the Basque Culinary Center (BCC), jointly with the Government of Bahrain, will organize the 9th UN Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism on 18-19 November 2024 in Manama, Bahrain. Under the theme “Gastronomy Tourism: a driver of economic diversification and inclusion”, the Forum will convene, through panel discussions, presentations, masterclasses and thematic…+
THEME “BRIDGING BORDERS, BREAKING BARRIERS: TRANSFORMING TOURISM IN AFRICA THROUGH TECHNOLOGY”In the heart of the African continent, the stage is set for the most anticipated convergence of innovation and exploration – the Tourism and Technology Summit Africa Series 2024. This groundbreaking event is poised to bring together visionaries, industry leaders, and enthusiasts from…+
UN Tourism has launched a guide on sustainable tourism development in Zambia that identifies key sectors for investment. Titled “Tourism Doing Business—Investing in Zambia,” the guide aims to boost economic growth nationwide. Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary General of UN Tourism, stated, “This publication will lead to greater prosperity, job creation, community…+
