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10/28/25, 8:46 AM UAE hosts UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit to forge a shared vision for sustainable tourism ventures across Africa
Her Excellency added: "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."

Extensive discussions

The summit 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.

Why Africa?

In 2024, the African continent welcomed around 74 million tourists — marking a 12 per cent increase

compared to that of 2023. This figure accounts for approximately 5.3 per cent 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.