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Protea Hotels by Marriott Expands Footprint in Africa with New Openings in Nigeria and Zambia

Modern Comfort Meets Warm Hospitality at Protea Hotel by Marriott Delta and Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka International Airport

Protea Hotels by Marriott (www.Marriott.com), part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 brands, today announced the opening of two new hotels in Africa: Protea by Marriott Delta in Nigeria and Protea by Marriott Lusaka International Airport in Zambia. These new additions highlight Protea Hotels by Marriott's ongoing expansion…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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World Tourism Day Celebrated in Asmara

The primary objective of the day is to raise global awareness of the socio-economic significance of the tourism sector

 World Tourism Day, observed annually on 27 September, was celebrated for the 29th time at the national level in Asmara under the theme “Tourism and Peace.” The event was attended by Ms. Askalu Menkorios, Minister of Tourism, and Mr. Zerit Tewoldebrhan, Managing Director of the Central Region. Ms. Liya Gebreab,…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
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Egypt: President El-Sisi Reviews the Comprehensive Development Strategy for South Sinai

President El-Sisi was keen on overseeing every aspect of the project, culminating in an opening that would befittingly showcase its historical and cultural significance

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly. The meeting was also attended by Minister of Local Development, Dr. Manal Awad; Governor of South Sinai, Major General Dr. Khaled Mubarak; Adviser to the President for Urban Planning, Major General Amir Sayed Ahmed, and Head of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority,…

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Blood Donation Drive Boosts National Blood Transfusion Service

On 21 September, staff members of the Orotta National Referral Hospital donated 70 units of blood as part of a program themed “Donating Blood to Save Lives with Renewable Blood”

Members of the Association of Tourism Service Provision Institutions, along with the Orotta National Referral Hospital, have voluntarily donated a total of 190 units of blood to support the National Blood Transfusion Service. From 16 to 21 September, in celebration of World Tourism Day on 27 September, members of the…

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John Humphrey, the United Kingdom Trade Commissioner for Africa, visits Egypt

The visit to Egypt follows a business delegation of 31 UK companies who visited in June this year to build future trade partnerships and investment deals

His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Africa, John Humphrey, visited Egypt for the first time this week to enhance UK-Egypt trade and investment co-operation, focusing on green transition, tourism, aviation and core infrastructure. During his week-long visit, John Humphrey met key ministers across the Egyptian Government, including Minister of Foreign Affairs,…

The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Uganda Wins Best Organizer Award at the China International Tourism Industry Expo (CITIE)2024

The Expo highlighted Uganda's rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and stunning natural landscapes to attract Chinese tourists and investors

The Ugandan Embassy in Beijing and the Ugandan Consulate General in Guangzhou Showcased Uganda's Tourism Potential at the China International Tourism Industry Expo 2024 in Guangzhou, China, 13-15 September 2024. The Expo highlighted Uganda's rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and stunning natural landscapes to attract Chinese tourists and investors. The…

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Uganda: ‘Develop Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) Massacre sites to Boost Tourism’

The committee also underscored the importance of enhancing the visitor experience by introducing captivating features at the sites

The Parliamentary Committee on Tourism, Trade, and Industry has called for immediate investment in tourism infrastructure across key sites in Northern Uganda. In their report presented during plenary sitting in Gulu City on Friday, 30 August 2024, the Committee Deputy Chairperson who doubles as the Northern Uganda Youth Representative, Hon.…

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The future of African hospitality: Investment, innovation and strategic partnerships

Harnessing Africa's unique appeal to boost tourism and economic growth will take centre stage at the upcoming API Hospitality & Residences Forum 2024

Africa's tourism sector is poised for an exciting ascent, and it has the potential to soar if it is propelled by visionary strategies and robust investments that harness the continent's unparalleled tourist allure. Amid the unprecedented changes of recent years, Africa’s tourist appeal is greater than ever. With the right…

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African Development Bank Group supports study tour to Brazil to inspire African cities

The trip was inspired by the idea that peer exchanges between cities in the Global South can enrich the urban planning approaches and strategies of decision-makers in African municipalities

From August 5 to August 13, 2024, representatives from seven African cities visited the Brazilian cities of Sao Paulo, Fortaleza and Curitiba, to discover inspiring solutions being implemented by local authorities to promote sustainable urban development.  The Study Tour, organised as part of the African Development Bank’s African Cities Program…

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President Museveni And King Mswati III Call For A Unified African Market And Political Federation

The President argued that Africa’s success lies in integrating markets across the continent, similar to how the United States operates with a vast and unified market

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni have today welcomed the King of Eswatini, His Majesty, Mswati III at Entebbe International Airport. His Majesty, Mswati III who is in Uganda for a three-day State Visit at the invitation of President…