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UAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 to Take Place in Dubai, Driving Sustainable Travel Opportunities

Dubai will host the inaugural UAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit in October 2025, deepening tourism and investment ties between the UAE and 53 African nations.

Dubai to Host UAE–Africa Tourism Investment

Dubai, UAE — In a strategic move to reinforce tourism diplomacy and economic collaboration, the first-ever UAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit is set to take place on October 27, 2025, in Dubai. Held within the scope of FHS World 2025, this landmark event promises to foster robust public–private partnerships between the UAE and African nations.

Bridging Continents Through Tourism

Organized under the auspices of the UAE Ministry of Economy & Tourism and in collaboration with The Bench (organizer of FHS World), the summit reflects a shared mission to stimulate cross-continental tourism and infrastructure investment. A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Ministry—represented by H.E. Badreya Al Maidoor—and The Bench’s Daria Smith, in the presence of Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri.

A Distinguished Gathering of Tourism Leaders

More than 250 high-level delegates, including tourism ministers, senior government officials, investors, and representatives from investment promotion agencies across 53 African nations, are expected to participate. This level of representation underscores the UAE’s emerging role as a bridge between global capital and Africa’s rapidly growing tourism markets.

Summit Agenda: Key Themes and Focus Areas

The summit will spotlight several pivotal topics:

  • Sustainable Tourism Development: Showcasing eco-friendly initiatives and responsible tourism practices.
  • Hospitality & Infrastructure Investment: Sharing the UAE’s playbook in building world-class hospitality models to guide African development.
  • Public–Private Collaboration: Through curated networking sessions, project showcases, and deal facilitation, new partnership frameworks are expected to emerge.

The summit will be a highlight of FHS World 2025, the premier global forum for the hospitality and investment industry, held from October 27–29 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.

Strategic Alignment with UAE Vision 2031

This initiative ties directly into the broader national strategy reflected in the UAE’s “We the UAE 2031” vision, aimed at positioning the nation as a global leader in high-value economy sectors and international partnerships.

Anticipated Outcomes: Building Growth and Resilience

The summit is poised to deliver impactful outcomes such as:

  • Attracting investment into African tourism infrastructure and hospitality ventures.
  • Strengthening knowledge and visitor exchanges between the UAE and African regions.
  • Advancing economic diversification and job creation across the African tourism landscape.
  • Championing sustainable models that balance economic growth with environmental and cultural stewardship.

Why Dubai and Why Now

Dubai’s well-established global tourism infrastructure, strategic connectivity, and reputation for investment readiness make it an optimal host for this pioneering summit. For African nations, the platform opens access to investment, expertise, and market exposure that could transform their tourism ecosystems.

Event at a Glance: Quick Summary

DetailDescription
EventUAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit
DateOctober 27, 2025
LocationDubai (Madinat Jumeirah) as part of FHS World 2025
OrganizersUAE Ministry of Economy & Tourism, in partnership with The Bench
Participants250+ high-level attendees from 53 African nations
Core ThemesSustainable tourism, hospitality investment, PPPs
Strategic AlignmentSupports “We the UAE 2031” strategic vision
Expected ImpactInvestment flows, tourism growth, sustainable development

Conclusion

Dubai gears up to become a global focal point for tourism diplomacy with the inaugural UAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025. By uniting the UAE’s hospitality mastery with Africa’s untapped tourism potential, the summit is more than an event—it’s a catalyst for equitable, sustainable regional progress, meaningful investment, and cultural exchange.

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