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Press Release

The Summit builds on the UAE's leadership in shaping the future of global tourism, championing
innovative financing and investment solutions while advancing the principles of sustainability and
diversity in the sector. This approach reflects the UAE's successful model of harmonizing
economic growth with environmental stewardship and cultural preservation.

Diverse tourism sectors to strengthen UAE-Africa partnership

The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit will focus on key sectors central to the shared
tourism ambitions of both regions. The agenda spotlights investment in tourism-focused projects,
including financing, infrastructure, hospitality, and innovative and sustainable tourism initiatives.

Six panel discussions

The Summit will feature six panel discussions covering a range of vital tourism-related topics,
including growth opportunities and tourism cooperation between the UAE and Africa across both
the public and private sectors. They will shed the spotlight on the role of tourism as a key driver of
economic growth in African countries; ways to enhance investment in tourism infrastructure and
services to accelerate sustainable economic and social development; global financing opportunities
in the hospitality sector; and the pivotal role of the private sector in shaping the future of African
tourism.

The sessions will highlight how digital solutions, fintech, and enhanced logistical connectivity can
be integrated to facilitate travel across Africa, making tourism more sustainable and efficient while
enriching visitor experiences and driving economic growth. Discussions will also underscore the
importance of localizing innovation and adopting advanced digital technologies to develop
destinations and attractions across the continent.

Ministerial roundtable

On the sidelines of the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit, a high-level ministerial
roundtable will be held in the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, with the participation
of more than 20 African ministers. The session will explore ways to strengthen tourism as a key
driver of economic growth and sustainable development in Africa, while also shedding light on the
UAE’s pioneering tourism model, which has demonstrated the sector’s ability to attract global
investment and diversify the national economy.

Today, Africa stands as one of the world’s fastest-growing tourism markets, with its hospitality
sector expanding by more than 13 per cent annually and attracting over 74 million international
visitors, positioning it as a highly promising destination for UAE investments and partnerships.

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