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Africa’s Hospitality Sector is at an Inflection Point

Africa’s Hospitality Sector is at an Inflection Point

A More Grounded Conversation For a long time, Africa’s tourism and hospitality sector has been framed around future promise. The continent has been positioned as emerging - rich in culture, natural assets, and opportunity, but still “on the way.” That framing is...

The State of MICE Travel in the Middle East: Disruption, Resilience, and Emerging Alternatives

The State of MICE Travel in the Middle East: Disruption, Resilience, and Emerging Alternatives

The Middle East has long been a central hub for global MICE activity, supported by strong infrastructure, connectivity, and consistent investment. However, recent geopolitical tensions are beginning to influence travel patterns, with early indicators pointing to shifts in sentiment, air access, and event planning confidence.

While these disruptions are real, they are not uniform across the industry. Demand for business travel and in-person engagement remains resilient, and events are expected to play a key role in driving recovery once stability returns.

At the same time, the current environment is creating space for alternative destinations to emerge. As organizers reassess risk, cost, and accessibility, cities such as Kigali and Nairobi are increasingly being considered as practical, well-positioned options for conferences, exhibitions, and regional gatherings.

This article explores how the MICE sector is adapting—and what this shift means for both established hubs and emerging destinations.

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