(Posted 19th January 2024)
As part of our AHIF community you are getting an exclusive sneak peek into the key topics they will be delving into during the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum 2024, taking place at the Movenpick Hotel, Windhoek, Namibia on 25 – 27 June.
Some of these include:
- Africa in the New Global Geopolitical Order: The Impact on the Hospitality Industry
As the world undergoes significant geopolitical shifts, we will discuss Africa’s role and influence and the impact that it will have on African economies and the hospitality industry.
- Government Initiatives to Support the Hospitality Industry
The role of Government in developing sustainable tourism across the continent and emphasizing the potential for collaborative efforts amongst countries to promote similar initiatives.
- Sustainable Financing: Exploring green initiatives across Africa and how to leverage sustainability to fund projects
Looking at the critical intersection of environmental responsibility and financial viability and exploring how green initiatives can be leveraged to secure funding for projects.
- Investing with Insight: Strategies for Implementing Optimal Capital Structures in High-Interest Rate Environments
How to capitalize on emerging opportunities on the continent while simultaneously devising strategic exit plans.
- Building Bridges: Advancing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Hospitality Industry Across Africa
How to foster a positive change in the hospitality industry across the African continent by advancing principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and addressing gender disparities in leadership roles.
- Conscious Hospitality: Assessing Africa’s Preparedness for the Green Wave
Highlighting the social, environmental, and economic impact of sustainable hospitality by taking a closer look at tangible projects in Africa. How equipped is the continent for more sustainable guest experiences?
- Capitalizing Growth: Spotlight on Active Development Financial Institutions
What do active DFIs and commercial banks require to commit and at what cost?
- Clearing the Pathway for Hospitality Development: Enhancing Air Connectivity and Infrastructure through Collaboration with Public Entities and Key Airlines
A focus on the imperative for collaboration between private stakeholders, public entities, and aviation.
- Elevating Hospitality: Addressing Global Skills Deficiency in Tourism
Discovering the balance between investment in infrastructure and investment in human capital, whilst examining the role of AI – a solution or a setback for the industry’s retention issues? - Tech-Driven Futures: Practical Insights for Enhancing Customer Experiences
Envisioning the future of hospitality in Africa via technological innovation. - Hotelification of the Workplace: Introducing a new asset class for hospitality investors on the Continent
Going beyond the traditional real estate investment, introducing alternative asset classes tailored for hospitality investors.
Click here to view all programme sessions. Also, get a taste of the discussions that will take place at AHIF 2024 by listening to our latest podcast featuring Michael Aldridge, CEO & Founder of KOFISI. In this exclusive interview he deep dives into the transformative concept of hotelification of the workspace. Listen here.
AHIF would also like to remind you that the Early Bird rate will be expiring on 31st January, after which prices will increase to $1750. Act fast and secure your discounted pass to save $400.
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact them.
