Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) has announced the appointment of Yehia El-Mansoury as the General Manager of the Radisson Blu Hotel Lagos Ikeja, one of the group’s flagship upscale properties in Nigeria. El-Mansoury moves into this expanded leadership role following a highly successful tenure at the Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja, where he served as General Manager since April 2023….
Following a groundbreaking visit to Kibale Forest, an official Egyptian delegation has traveled deeper into Uganda’s wild heart to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This leg of their journey highlights a strategic shift in regional cooperation, where environmental conservation meets economic diplomacy. The visit to Bwindi serves as a cornerstone of the Economic and Commercial Diplomacy (ECD) framework,…
In a landmark journey bridging two ancient civilizations, a high-level Egyptian delegation recently traversed the lush landscapes of western Uganda. Their mission: to explore the country’s pioneering model of experiential tourism, where conservation meets community empowerment in the heart of Kibale Forest. Uganda is rapidly redefining its place on the global tourism map, shifting from…
Kampala, Uganda — In a vibrant display of soft power and international cooperation, a high-level delegation from Egypt recently arrived in Uganda, marking a significant milestone in the “Cairo to Kampala” cultural exchange initiative. The visit, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties through the arts and shared heritage, began with a spirited welcome at Entebbe International…
Radisson Accelerates African Growth: Crosses 100-Hotel Threshold with 15 New Signings. 2,500 Rooms Signed in 12 Months, Conversion Strategy Drives Scale Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) has officially crossed the 100-hotel mark across Africa, counting both open properties and those currently in development. The milestone comes on the back of a busy 12 months that saw the Group…
Egypt‘s hospitality landscape just got a little more exciting. IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with JADEER GROUP to bring a Hotel Indigo to Cairo‘s New Administrative Capital — and for those of us who love watching Africa’s cities evolve, this one is worth paying attention to. A City Built for the Future The…
Yet another feather in Alain St. Ange’s cap. CAIRO, EGYPT | February 28, 2026 – Dr. Hossam Darwish, President of the Afro-Asian Union (AFASU), has officially announced the appointment of Mr. Alain St. Ange — internationally acclaimed tourism leader and former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Republic of Seychelles —…
In the high-stakes world of luxury hospitality, it’s easy to get lost in the aesthetics—the sweeping infinity pools, the marble lobbies, the curated linens. But as any seasoned traveler knows, the most enduring memories aren’t built from stone; they are built from stories. At the recent AFASU Golden Awards in Hurghada, the spotlight turned to…
The bridge between a visionary framework and practical, on-the-ground success—in the the high-stakes world of international tourism—is often the hardest to build. At the recent AFASU Golden Awards in Egypt, Dr. Olga Stowell—a Swiss-based tourism strategist and Senior Expert for UN Tourism—highlighted a brand that has mastered this delicate balance: Jaz Hotel Group. Representing the…
In the world of luxury travel, a hotel is no longer defined by its square footage or the thread count of its linens. According to Bernard A. Metzger, media entrepreneur and Executive Board Member of the Afro-Asian Union (AFASU), the modern hotel has evolved into something far more dynamic: a “Content Hub” and a “Story.”…
