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Nairobi to host Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge from 2025 – 2027

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Kenya reinforces its position as a hub of African tourism as its vibrant capital city of Nairobi has been selected to host the Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (AYTIS) for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027. This prestigious Pan-African event is dedicated to promoting and uplifting innovative entrepreneurs within the tourism sector across the continent.

The announcement follows the successful 2024 AYTIS held in Windhoek, Namibia, which attracted over 500 delegates. The event brought together 300 entrepreneurs, in addition to senior government officials, and industry leaders from across Africa, fostering collaboration and showcasing the continent’s burgeoning tourism potential.

TEAMS Africa – Tourism Events Advisory & Management Services, a joint venture between esteemed travel industry professionals Barry Clemens and Håvar Bauck, will host the upcoming summits in Nairobi. The exact dates and venue for the 2025 Summit will be announced later this month.

Håvar Bauck: “Tourism has the potential to be a leading driver of economic growth and job creation in Africa for decades to come. Our goal is to showcase and uplift the innovators that are building tomorrow’s travel industry and can transform tourism in Africa. By empowering young entrepreneurs and embracing innovation, we can reshape the narrative of African tourism.

It is crucial for African destinations to build a tourism narrative that goes beyond wildlife and beaches, highlighting the continent’s rich cultural heritage, dynamic cities, and diverse experiences. We also need to  reach beyond traditional tourism source markets and segments to attract a new generation of global travelers and position this continent as the world’s fastest-growing tourism region.  AYTIS is the forum that brings together the innovators who will make that happen”

Barry Clemens: “It is with immense pride that I welcome the African Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (AYTIS) to Kenya, a nation at the heart of Africa’s tourism evolution. Having been part of AYTIS since its inception, I am thrilled to see it come home to a country that reflects the spirit of youth, innovation, and entrepreneurship in tourism.

Tourism is far more than hotels, tour operators, and flights—it is a catalyst for transformation across the entire value chain. From technology startups to local artisans, agri-businesses, and  environmental conservation initiatives, tourism creates endless opportunities for African entrepreneurs to thrive. It is essential we support and nurture the next generation, whose ideas will propel this industry into new and exciting directions, ultimately driving economic growth and inclusive development across the continent.”

Kwakye Donkor: “The Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge is a beacon for the untapped potential of our continent’s youth. We are delighted to bring AYTIS to Nairobi in partnership with TEAMS Africa. It is a city that mirrors the innovation and dynamism we strive to promote, and this partnership amplifies our shared commitment to youth empowerment and innovation in tourism sector.

By joining forces, we can harness the untapped potential of young entrepreneurs and drive a transformative agenda that will not only reshape the future of tourism in Africa but also stimulate sustainable economic growth across the continent. Together, we are poised to redefine African tourism.”

Africa Tourism Partners, led by seasoned travel industry expert Kwakye Donkor, will continue as the convenor of the event. With a vision to expand the summit’s impact, the hosts aim to attract 800 participants in 2025, providing even more opportunities for networking, learning, and collaboration.

AYTIS has previously been hosted in Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa and Ghana by their respective governments, in partnership with UN Tourism, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat. The continuity of these partnerships underscores a shared commitment to empowering youth and fostering innovation in Africa’s tourism industry.

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