Hospitality Practitioners
Conference 2026
Theme: Future of hospitality in africa
Where Africa's Hospitality
Leaders Converge
The Hospitality Practitioners Conference 2026 is a premier multi-day event hosted by Eagle's Pride Hospitality, bringing together hotel owners, general managers, tourism executives, hospitality educators, and industry innovators from across Africa and beyond.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Kigali, Rwanda — one of Africa's fastest-growing hospitality markets — this event offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain cutting-edge insights, build meaningful industry connections, and chart a strategic path forward for your hospitality career or business.
Whether you're launching a new property, scaling an existing brand, or seeking to stay ahead of industry trends, this conference is your gateway to actionable knowledge and transformative partnerships.
Event Schedule & Venues
What You'll Gain
World-Class Speakers
Learn from top hospitality leaders, CEOs, and visionaries shaping the global industry.
High-Value Networking
Connect with 300+ practitioners, investors, and decision-makers across the hospitality sector.
Hands-On Workshops
Participate in interactive sessions on revenue management, marketing, and operational excellence.
Certified Attendance
Receive a professional certificate recognized across the African hospitality industry.
Pan-African Perspective
Explore strategies and case studies from hospitality markets across the continent.
Learn from Industry Leaders.
Our esteemed speakers bring decades of experience, insight, and vision to the hospitality landscape.
Dr. Elsie E. C.
Managing Director, Eagle's Pride Hospitality International
A distinguished hospitality professional, educator, consultant, and industry advocate whose work continues to influence the growth and transformation of Africa’s hospitality sector.
Prof. Wasiu A. Babalola
Senior Vice President, Africa, Continent Worldwide Hotels
A dual-PhD holder and polymath widely regarded for certified expertise across operations, law, accounting, and corporate strategy, shaping hospitality investment across the continent.
Mike Chikeka
Aviation Leader & Airline Strategist
A highly accomplished aviation leader and airline strategist with over 25 years of experience across airline operations and business strategy.
Last Time in Kigali.
Take a glimpse into our previous gathering of hospitality leaders, innovators, and practitioners.
Our Sponsors
Choose Your Experience
Two carefully curated packages designed to match your conference goals. Early registration is encouraged — seats are limited.
Standard (Rwanda)
Eagle's Package (International)
African Delegates (Africa)
Questions? We're Here.
Reach out to our team for registration support, group bookings, sponsorship opportunities, or any inquiries about the conference.
Dr. Elsie
Event Director
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