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10/29/25, 2:59 PM UAE spotlights $110 billion investments in Africa at UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025
H.E. Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Secretary-General Elect, UN Tourism, said: “Africa is rich in diverse
and exceptional tourism assets. Unlocking this potential requires bold visions and effective strategies to
attract investment and financing for infrastructure development, improve destination connectivity, and
empower the skills and capabilities of local human capital.”

During the summit, Her Excellency outlined her ambitious vision to drive global tourism development in
her upcoming role as UN Tourism Secretary-General, emphasizing the need for innovative, actionable
solutions that generate lasting impact, especially in Africa, where tourism can serve as a vital engine for
economic, social and cultural progress, and a catalyst for local community development across nations.

“Today, we are witnessing a landmark global event hosted by the UAE, bringing together leaders,
ministers and officials from the UAE and African nations. This summit offers a powerful opportunity to
foster partnerships across all tourism sectors, exchange expertise and unlock new avenues for
sustainable, integrated tourism investment between public and private sectors,” Her Excellency added.

The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 featured engaging, wide-ranging discussions on the
future of the tourism sector in the UAE and Africa. It provided an integrated platform for exchanging
insights on accelerating tourism transformation across the African continent, developing innovative
partnership models between governments and the private sector, and boosting investments in
infrastructure.

The sessions also explored fostering innovation in hospitality and travel services, building sustainable
tourism ecosystems, expanding cooperation opportunities and reinforcing tourism’s role as a key driver
of economic growth in Africa.

In 2024, the African continent welcomed around 74 million tourists, marking a 12 percent increase
compared to 2023. This figure accounts for approximately 5.3 percent of the 1.4 billion international
trips recorded globally. These statistics underscore the rapid expansion of Africa’s tourism sector and
reaffirm its growing significance as an attractive destination for UAE investments.

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