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Aleph Hospitality Signs Third hotel in Rwanda
Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a hotel management agreement with DND Developers for the Best Western Premier - Royal Golf View, Kigali in Rwanda.
Tapestry Collection Expands with Zaria Court Kigali in Kigali, Rwanda
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the debut of its lifestyle brand Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Sub-Saharan Africa, following the signing of an agreement for a new property - Zaria Court Kigali, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Rwanda. This addition reinforces Hilton's continued growth across Africa, with plans to open more than 100 hotels on the continent in the coming years.
Aleph Hospitality Signs Contract to Manage Its Second Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda
Aleph Hospitality partners with Masai Ujiri, NBA Champion and President of Toronto Raptors, to develop Zaria Court Hotel.
Rob Kucera has been appointed as Complex General Manager at The Radisson Blu Hotel and Kigali Convention Centre
The Radisson Blu Hotel and Kigali Convention Centre, on Thursday, April 1, announced the appointment of seasoned hotelier, Rob Kucera, as their new Complex General Manager.
Four Points by Sheraton Debuts in Rwanda with the Opening of Four Points by Sheraton Kigali
Located In the Heart of The City, the 154-Room Hotel Is an Ideal Destination for Today's Modern Traveler
Aleph Hospitality Signs First Hotel in Rwanda
Leading independent hotel management company, Aleph Hospitality, has signed a management agreement to operate Accor’s luxury five-star MGallery hotel, as well as all facilities at the new Century Park Hotel and Residences development in Rwanda’s capital Kigali.
Bernard Theron has been appointed as General Manager at Radisson Blu Kigali
With an eventful and glamorous gathering, Park Inn by Radisson Blu Kigali, announced the appointment of Bernard Theron as the new General Manager.
ONOMO Hotel Opens in Rwanda
After three months operating in Kigali City, ONOMO Hotel on Thursday, November 8, was officially inaugurated.
AHIF, Africa’s must-attend hotel conference, reveals agenda
The influential Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) has unveiled the agenda for its 2017 conference, packed with contributions from industry leaders, that confirms its reputation as the leading event of its kind for investors and developers. The seventh edition of AHIF takes place in Kigali, October 10 – 12, and, like last year, runs alongside AviaDev, bringing together some of the leading executives from the world of aviation and hotels, with top government officials and politicians. Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of Bench Events, the conference organiser, said: "Our line-up this year is comprehensive and exciting - everything from sustainable development and hard economics, to first-hand practical advice from leaders in their field, plus unique networking opportunities."
Kigali welcomes its first Park Inn by Radisson hotel
Park Inn by Radisson, the colorful, dynamic midscale hotel brand, today announced its debut in Kigali, Rwanda. This marks the fifth hotel in East Africa for The Rezidor Hotel Group. Park Inn by Radisson Kigali"s opening brings the group"s African & Indian Ocean portfolio to 36 hotels and 16,600+ rooms in operation and under development.Park Inn by Radisson Kigali is located within walking distance of Kigali City Center, in proximity of all major businesses in the city and just under 12km from the International Airport, Rwanda"s primary point of entry.
Destination Africa: big growth in international arrivals
Africa is seeing a significant growth in international air travellers – arrivals were up 10.3% between September 2016 and January this year. Europe remained the leading source market with a 47.3% share, while Asia Pacific was the fastest growing, up 21.7%.The encouraging figures for the continent's economy are released today by ForwardKeys, which monitors future travel patterns by analysing 16 million flight reservation transactions each day.The data comes ahead of the influential Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) which will again run alongside AviaDev Africa in Kigali, Rwanda on October 10 to 12. Organised by Bench Events it brings together leading executives and investors from the worlds of aviation and hotels, alongside top government officials and politicians.
Marriott International Opens Doors in Rwanda
Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today officially opened the doors of its first Marriott Hotel in Rwanda, bringing the signature brand's welcoming service and world-class amenities to sub-Saharan Africa for the first time in its nearly 90-year history.
First ever Radisson Blu & Convention Center in Kigali, Rwanda
Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is delighted to announce the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center in Kigali, Rwanda. Valued at more than $300 million (about Rwf223 billion), the complex will comprise the five-star Radisson Blu hotel with 292 rooms and conference facilities that can host more than 5,000 people.
Swiss International enters Rwanda (Eastern African) hotel market with the Villa Portofino hotel in the capital Kigali
Baar (CH)/Ras al Khaimah (UAE)/Kigali (Rwanda) -- Swiss International Hotels and Resorts is proud to announce the signing of a hotel management agreement with the owning company of the Villa Portofino hotel in Kigali. As from March 1, the hotel will undergo re-branding and training initiatives for a period of 3 months. The new name of the hotel will be: Swiss International Villa Portofino Kigali.
Rwanda to host Africa Hotel Investment Forum in 2016
The Government of Rwanda through the Rwanda Development Board, will host the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) in 2016 in Kigali. AHIF brings together the leading international hotel investors in Africa with local operators, ministers, government officials and industry experts, to discuss all aspects of hotel investment and operation in Africa.
Kempinski adds iconic Kigali hotel to its growing African portfolio
Kempinski Hotels officially took over the management of the famous Hôtel Des Milles Collines in Rwanda's capital Kigali at the beginning of the month. Hôtel Des Milles Collines by Kempinski will be the European luxury hotel company's ninth hotel operating on the continent, with three more hotels in Africa scheduled to open in the next six months.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Continues Expansion Across Africa with the Signing of New Sheraton Kigali in Rwanda
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it has signed an agreement with Century Park and Hotel Residences Ltd. to open a new Sheraton hotel in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. Scheduled to open in 2018, Sheraton Kigali will mark Starwood’s entry into Rwanda and will be the company’s 50th hotel in Africa. With this signing, Starwood is on track to increase its African portfolio by over 30% with more than 15 new hotels to open over the next five years.
Starwood Continues Expansion Across Africa with New Sheraton Kigali in Rwanda
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it has signed an agreement with Century Park and Hotel Residences Ltd. to open a new Sheraton hotel in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. Scheduled to open in 2018, Sheraton Kigali will mark Starwood's entry into Rwanda and will be the company's 50th hotel in Africa. With this signing, Starwood is on track to increase its African portfolio by over 30% with more than 15 new hotels to open over the next five years.
Rezidor announces the Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali / Rwanda
The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel groups worldwide, adds once again a new country to their portfolio: In Rwanda, the 62nd nation where the company is present, Rezidor announces the Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali. The property featuring 292 rooms is scheduled to open in 2012. "This signing symbolizes the new optimism investors have in Rwanda, and further underlines our strong commitment to Africa - this emerging and promising continent is one of our key areas for future business development", comments Kurt Ritter, President & CEO of Rezidor.