Cape Town: Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) 2025
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) is the leading event for hospitality investment and tourism development on the African continent. It brings together industry leaders to drive investment and development in Africa’s tourism and hotel infrastructure.
Dates:
June 17-19, 2025
Location:
The Westin Cape Town, South Africa
Event Goals:
- Connecting Business Leaders: This forum is a key meeting point for major players in Africa’s hospitality and tourism sectors, enabling deals and facilitating investment in tourism and hotel infrastructure.
- Driving Investment and Development: The primary aim is to create investment opportunities in Africa’s hospitality infrastructure and tourism sector.
New for AHIF 2025:
- Personalized Itinerary
Delegates can tailor their experience through a selection of workshops, exclusive roundtables, and content sessions that align with their business priorities. - Interactive Content Sessions
Attend hands-on workshops, roundtables, and interactive sessions focused on your interests and industry needs. - Enhanced Networking Opportunities
There will be an increased focus on networking, with additional opportunities for delegates to meet new business partners and connect with existing clients. The exhibition floor will be open throughout the event, offering constant opportunities to engage with stakeholders. - Focused Insights
One morning will be dedicated to key industry trends, project pipeline insights, and expert analysis. Delegates will enjoy bite-sized, impactful presentations from hospitality leaders covering the latest market trends and innovations. - Country Showcases & Project Opportunities
Discover new investment opportunities through dedicated sessions highlighting investment-ready projects and country-specific showcases.
AHIF 2024 in Numbers:
- 450+ attendees
- 72% international delegates
- 40+ countries represented
- 16% investors
- 90+ leading industry speakers
- $365M in business opportunities and deal volume generated at AHIF
- 50+ sponsoring companies
This event is a major platform for hospitality professionals in Africa and offers a unique opportunity to explore the latest market trends, discover major projects, and build lasting business relationships.
Organizer
The Bench is an innovative company made up of professionals distributed across the globe. Its success is built on effective collaboration and the expertise of its team members, who bring a global perspective to every project. The team consists of visionary leaders, motivators, and reformers, all united by a shared commitment to excellence and progress.
The Bench stands out for its ability to provide creative, tailored solutions to meet the needs of its clients, while fostering efficient connections and creating valuable experiences. The company places a strong emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility, ensuring it cares for communities and the environment.
Operating remotely, the team benefits from maximum flexibility and diverse viewpoints. The Bench strives to deliver innovative solutions with tangible impact, cultivating strong and lasting relationships with its partners and clients.
