Africa

Alliance Hospitality

Jun 10, 20222 min read

Connecting Africa: A Home-Grown Answer to Airbnb?

Airbnb suffers from a surprisingly low penetration rate in Africa. Could a Cameroonian start-up fill in the gap?

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Africa Travel Week: Top 10 Tourism Trends on the Continent

Alliance Hospitality

Apr 16, 20223 min read

Africa Travel Week: Top 10 Tourism Trends on the Continent

Here are the top 10 hospitality and travel industry trends the diverse African continent is going to witness in the nearest future.

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In the Jungle the Mighty Jungle: Africa’s Most Eye-Catching Safari Lodges

Alliance Hospitality

Feb 25, 20223 min read

In the Jungle the Mighty Jungle: Africa’s Most Eye-Catching Safari Lodges

Looking for a perfect African getaway? Look no further, here are the top 5 safari lodges that are worthy of any bucket list!

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2022 Hotlist Africa Edition: Most Expected Properties to Enter the Market

Alliance Hospitality

Dec 13, 20212 min read

2022 Hotlist Africa Edition: Most Expected Properties to Enter the Market

Sneaking a peek at the most expected new hotels in Africa that will be ready to open their doors next year!

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Too Little Too Late: The Impact of covid-19 on the Conservation Tourism in Africa

Alliance Hospitality

Nov 17, 20212 min read

Too Little Too Late: The Impact of covid-19 on the Conservation Tourism in Africa

Did you know that tourism is often the main, if not the only, stream of financing for many conservation projects in Africa?

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The Big Leap: Will Tourism Advance Africa’s Socio-Economic Narrative?

Alliance Hospitality

Oct 27, 20213 min read

The Big Leap: Will Tourism Advance Africa’s Socio-Economic Narrative?

How can Africa leverage its recovering tourism industry to drive positive socio-economic change?

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Tech for the Future: Digitalizing the Ugandan Tourism Sector

Alliance Hospitality

Sep 29, 20212 min read

Tech for the Future: Digitalizing the Ugandan Tourism Sector

How is Uganda planning on transforming its travel sector to adapt to the changing highly-technological travel world after the pandemic?

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The Money Talk: GCC Hospitality Pipeline

Alliance Hospitality

Jul 21, 20212 min read

The Money Talk: GCC Hospitality Pipeline

The Gulf region has never been shy on impressive developments and this trend does not seem to slow down, even during the pandemic era.

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Country Overview: Côte D'Ivoire on the Rise

Alliance Hospitality

Jul 1, 20212 min read

Country Overview: Côte D'Ivoire on the Rise

The results of the pandemic are certainly not homogenous, so it is important to look at the details of every market's performance.

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The Unexpected Stronghold: Africa’s Growth During and After the Pandemic

Alliance Hospitality

Jun 9, 20212 min read

The Unexpected Stronghold: Africa’s Growth During and After the Pandemic

How has the pandemic impacted the hotel development pipeline on the continent? Things might be better than you would expect.

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The Eye Candy: Africa with Luxe at Zannier Hotels Sonop, Namibia

Alliance Hospitality

Apr 3, 20212 min read

The Eye Candy: Africa with Luxe at Zannier Hotels Sonop, Namibia

Who said we can't travel during the pandemic? If not physically, at least mental adventures're recommended - the more unusual the better!

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Eggs in Many Baskets: Transcorp Hotels Launches an Online Lodging Marketplace

Alliance Hospitality

Mar 11, 20212 min read

Eggs in Many Baskets: Transcorp Hotels Launches an Online Lodging Marketplace

Why and how would a traditional hotel operator go about launching a digital accommodation and experiences marketplace?

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I, Robot: Welcoming the Hospitality Digital Age in the Midst of the Pandemic

Alliance Hospitality

Feb 17, 20212 min read

I, Robot: Welcoming the Hospitality Digital Age in the Midst of the Pandemic

As governments and industry professional are searching for ways to make hotel stays safe, robots may become an answer - but at what price?

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Shaking Hands: Africa Welcomes One of the Largest Cross-Border Hospitality M&As

Alliance Hospitality

Jan 21, 20212 min read

Shaking Hands: Africa Welcomes One of the Largest Cross-Border Hospitality M&As

Behind the scenes in an impressive 1,602-key acquisition in Senegal, Ivory Coast and Cameroon.

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Mitigating the Covid Impact: the Hospitality Insurance Case in South Africa

Alliance Hospitality

Dec 16, 20202 min read

Mitigating the Covid Impact: the Hospitality Insurance Case in South Africa

What role does the insurance industry play in lifting the hospitality businesses up during the trying times of global pandemic?

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China Connect: Bringing Chinese Guests to Hawthorn Suites Abuja

Alliance Hospitality

Dec 1, 20203 min read

China Connect: Bringing Chinese Guests to Hawthorn Suites Abuja

Traveling and spending money all around the world, Chinese guests are much desired clientele. How could African properties attract them?

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The Face of Resilience: Hotel Chains on the Hunt for Properties in Africa

Alliance Hospitality

Oct 23, 20202 min read

The Face of Resilience: Hotel Chains on the Hunt for Properties in Africa

Despite the raging pandemic, Africa remains a desired destination for international brands that seek expansion in this underserved region.

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Staying Optimistic: Morocco’s Buzzing Hospitality Scene

Alliance Hospitality

Oct 13, 20202 min read

Staying Optimistic: Morocco’s Buzzing Hospitality Scene

What does Morocco's property pipeline look like? What are some of the notable properties and how many of them are still expected to open?

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Alliance Hospitality

Sep 4, 20202 min read

Hospitality Projects Update: Africa

An update on the state of affairs in African hospitality pipeline, and why there may be scope for cautious optimism.

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Driving the Demand: African Travelers’ Sentiment for the Post-pandemic Era

Alliance Hospitality

Aug 18, 20202 min read

Driving the Demand: African Travelers’ Sentiment for the Post-pandemic Era

What is the current travelers' sentiment in Africa? Are they ready to move around again or are they more cautious amid the global crisis?

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