UAE unveils $6bn tourism investment plan for Africa
The United Arab Emirates has announced a $6 billion investment plan for Africa’s travel and hospitality sector, unveiled at the UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 in Dubai on 6 November. Presented by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, the initiative targets projects across aviation, logistics, infrastructure and digital innovation, and is expected to generate around 70,000 jobs as Africa records the fastest tourism growth globally.
A ministerial roundtable with representatives from more than 20 African countries concluded with a joint statement prioritising improved tourism infrastructure, expanded air connectivity and green, inclusive growth with SME support. Organised by the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism with The Bench as part of FHS World 2025, the summit also set the stage for Future Hospitality Summit Africa 2026 – where industry stakeholders are expected to translate the plan into concrete deals and partnerships.
Source: Zawya
