LEVA Hotels & Resorts has pledged its support to the hospitality industry by continuing expansion across the GCC, Africa and Europe.

Spend among African travellers could increase by 27 percent over the next year if they were able to move more freely within the continent, new research from Sabre Corporation recently revealed at the 51st African Airlines Association (AFRAA) Annual General Assembly in Mauritius.

Hilton announced the signing of a management agreement with Growthpoint Properties, one of South Africa’s largest REIT, to open a hotel under its lifestyle Canopy by Hilton brand.

Africa’s vast aviation potential as the continent continues to increase airline frequency to the GCC will be explored at the Inaugural CONNECT Middle East, India and Africa – co-located with Arabian Travel Market 2019 and taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre on April 30 and May 01.

Johannesburg has emerged as the most popular destination city in Africa for the fifth consecutive year, according to the annual Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index.

AccorHotels announced a record year of development in Africa, beginning with the 50 percent stake in the Mantis Group in April, followed by the announcement in late July of a dedicated Investment Fund with a targeted reach of USD1 billion devoted towards sustainable development in Sub Sahara Africa. The journey continued with the acquisition of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts in September.