Boost Your Hospitality Career: Monthly African Certifications Now Available
The African Hospitality and Tourism Education Summit (AHTES), in collaboration with the Hospitality and Tourism Management Association of Nigeria (HATMAN), is now offering monthly professional training programs aimed at advancing careers in African hospitality and tourism. These programs include co-branded certifications, discounted HATMAN memberships, and access to valuable networking opportunities. The initiative seeks to equip industry professionals with the skills and expertise needed to drive innovation and excellence across the sector.
AHTES, a platform fostering collaboration among scholars, businesses, and professionals in the hospitality and tourism industry, is making continued professional development a priority. With its annual summit scheduled for July 2025, AHTES and HATMAN are dedicated to elevating service standards and driving growth throughout the region. Industry professionals interested in the training programs or summit are encouraged to engage with this impactful initiative. For more details, visit www.tourismafrikanianig.com.
SAACI's 2025 Plan: Growth Strategies for South Africa's Events Industry
South Africa’s meetings and events sector is poised for transformation through SAACI's 2025 roadmap. Key initiatives include the MeetIQ Data Collection Project, designed to analyze industry trends and uncover growth opportunities, and the development of a professionalisation framework to align local competencies with global standards. Collaboration with South African Tourism and the National Convention Bureau will culminate in a comprehensive strategy aimed at bolstering South Africa’s position as a top destination for both domestic and international events.
The journey begins with the Morning Memo Breakfast on February 26th, focusing on the theme "Moving Forward Together." The event will set the tone for SAACI’s 2025 goals and industry collaboration. Members’ active participation remains a cornerstone of these efforts, ensuring collective progress. With innovation and advocacy at its heart, SAACI’s initiatives are a clear call to strengthen South Africa’s meetings industry for a dynamic future.
Luxury Cruise Line Launches East African Expeditions
Ponant Explorations Group and Aqua Expeditions are collaborating to bring luxury cruise experiences to East Africa, starting December. Aqua Expeditions will debut its African itineraries aboard the Explorer yacht, taking guests on five-to-nine-night adventures across the Seychelles and Tanzania, with a deeper 14-night Seychelles journey as an option. Destinations include biodiversity hotspots like Aldabra, Cosmoledo, and Pemba, offering encounters with rare ecosystems.
Francesco Galli Zugaro, Aqua Expeditions’ CEO, expressed excitement about showcasing East Africa, particularly Aldabra Atoll, home to 150,000 giant tortoises and diverse marine life. Dubbed the "Galapagos of Africa," this UNESCO World Heritage Site exemplifies the expedition's ecological focus. Aqua continues its vision of exploring unique destinations, bridging luxury travel with sustainable adventure across the Indian Ocean. This marks a new chapter in luxury cruising for eco-conscious travelers seeking uncharted, awe-inspiring landscapes.
