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The 2026 Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa report by W Hospitality Group reveals a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts. This represents year-on-year growth of 18.6%, or 12.2% on a same-store basis.
While the overall pipeline reflects strong continental expansion, the data show that development activity is increasingly concentrated in a small number of dominant markets. The top ten countries now account for 79% of total pipeline rooms and more than 75% of new signings, reinforcing their growing influence on Africa's hotel development trajectory.
Egypt leads with 45,984 rooms across 185 properties – more than one third of the entire African pipeline and over four times the number in second-placed Morocco, which has 10,606 rooms. Together, Egypt and Morocco account for more than 45% of total pipeline rooms, and their share continues to grow due to the high volume of new signings. Egypt alone recorded 39 new deals last year and anticipates 33 openings in 2026, reinforcing its sustained development momentum.
As Trevor Ward, Managing Director of W Hospitality Group comments, “The data clearly show that Africa's hotel development story is being driven by a handful of high-performing markets, with Egypt firmly at the forefront in both signings and projected openings.”
Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa 2026
Top 10 countries by number of rooms
|
Rank |
Country |
Hotels |
Rooms |
Average Size |
|
1 |
Egypt |
185 |
45,984 |
249 |
|
2 |
Morocco |
75 |
10,606 |
141 |
|
3 |
Nigeria |
57 |
8,480 |
149 |
|
4 |
Kenya |
35 |
6,190 |
177 |
|
5 |
Ethiopia |
34 |
5,964 |
175 |
|
6 |
Cape Verde |
17 |
4,328 |
255 |
|
7 |
Tunisia |
15 |
4,189 |
279 |
|
8 |
Tanzania |
29 |
4,159 |
143 |
|
9 |
South Africa |
31 |
4,136 |
133 |
|
10 |
Ghana |
26 |
3,942 |
152 |
Beyond overall scale, the pipeline status data reveal that execution momentum is currently strongest in East Africa. Ethiopia and Kenya both have nearly 80% of their rooms under construction, closely followed by Tanzania at 77.5%.
This compares with significantly lower proportions of projects under construction in markets such as Nigeria and Cape Verde. While North Africa dominates in overall volume, East Africa is leading in terms of projects actively progressing toward completion and near-term delivery.
As Trevor Ward comments, “What stands out this year is the strength of East Africa in terms of projects moving forward. Kenya, Ethiopia and Tanzania show some of the highest construction ratios on the continent, which suggests that this is where we are likely to see new supply coming through in the short to medium term.”
Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa 2026
Top 10 countries by pipeline status
|
Rank |
Country |
Hotels |
Rooms Total |
Rooms Under Construction |
% |
|
1 |
Egypt |
185 |
45,984 |
23,622 |
51.4% |
|
2 |
Morocco |
75 |
10,606 |
6,859 |
64.7% |
|
3 |
Nigeria |
57 |
8,480 |
3,328 |
39.2% |
|
4 |
Kenya |
35 |
6,190 |
4,922 |
79.5% |
|
5 |
Ethiopia |
34 |
5,964 |
4,768 |
79.9% |
|
6 |
Cape Verde |
17 |
4,328 |
374 |
8.6% |
|
7 |
Tunisia |
15 |
4,189 |
2,673 |
63.8% |
|
8 |
Tanzania |
29 |
4,159 |
3,222 |
77.5% |
|
9 |
South Africa |
31 |
4,136 |
2,778 |
67.2% |
|
10 |
Ghana |
26 |
3,942 |
2,196 |
55.7% |
At the operator level, development activity remains highly concentrated among a small number of global brands. Marriott International leads with 31,782 rooms, followed by Hilton and Accor, with the Big Five global chains – including IHG and Radisson Hotel Group – accounting for around 80% of all pipeline hotels and rooms across Africa.
Although more than 65,000 rooms are forecast to open in 2026 and 2027, historical actualisation rates suggest delivery may fall short of projections, highlighting the ongoing gap between ambition and execution.
Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa 2026
Anticipated opening years of pipeline deals
|
Anticipated Opening Date |
Hotels |
Rooms |
Cumulative New Rooms |
|
2026 |
183 |
31,768 |
31,768 |
|
2027 |
177 |
33,381 |
65,149 |
|
2028 |
131 |
25,065 |
90,214 |
|
2029 |
60 |
11,001 |
101,215 |
|
To Be Confirmed |
124 |
22,631 |
123,846 |
A deeper analysis of these trends – including signings, construction progress and anticipated openings – will be presented at the Future Hospitality Summit Africa, taking place from 31 March to 1 April in Nairobi.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Future Hospitality Summit Africa (FHS Africa).
For queries contact:
Roy Bannister
Head of Strategic Partnerships – Africa, The Bench
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About Future Hospitality Summit Africa:
Future Hospitality Summit Africa (FHS Africa) is Africa's leading hospitality investment and leadership forum, bringing together senior executives, investors, developers and policymakers to drive sustainable growth and collaboration across the hospitality ecosystem.
The 2026 Summit will take place from 31 March to 1 April at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill, Kenya.
Learn more at: www.FutureHospitality.com/Africa
Sponsors include:
Host Partner: Westmont Hospitality Group; Strategic Partners: Accor, BWH Hotels, Club Med, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotel Group; Headline Partners: ACT; CityBlue, CHIC, Hansgrohe, KOFISI, QUO, Rotana, Rwanda Development Board, The First Hospitality Group, TUI Hotels & Resorts, Uganda Tourism Board; Partners: Aleph Hospitality, Clique, Gary Greene Design, Knight Frank, Choice Hotels International, STR, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts; Education Partner: Millat Group; Networking Partner: AIRE, MIC Global Risks, Planet Food & Beverage Consultants, Trianum; Official Carrier: Kenya Airways.
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The 5th Edition of the International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (IAEOGS Qatar 2026) is set to convene in Doha, positioning Qatar at the centre of one of the most strategic energy investment gatherings focused on Africa's future.
IAEOGS Qatar 2026 is not a conventional conference. It is a deliberately curated, high-level investment platform designed to align capital, policy, and bankable projects across Africa's oil, gas, power, and clean energy value chains.
Under the theme “Igniting Africa's Energy Future,” the Summit arrives at a defining moment. Africa holds over 125 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, more than 620 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, and an expanding portfolio of renewable and critical mineral assets. Yet more than 600 million people across the continent still lack access to reliable electricity.
The opportunity is vast.
The urgency is real.
The time for structured action is now.
IAEOGS Qatar 2026 will bring together over 1,000 carefully selected senior participants from more than 45 countries, including:
The Summit is designed for serious engagement. Participation is intentional. Access is strategic.
What to Expect
Projected outcomes include USD 1 billion+ in structured investment discussions and over 500 curated meetings, ensuring that conversations move beyond declarations toward measurable results.
Why Qatar
Hosting IAEOGS 2026 in Doha reflects a deliberate strategic positioning. Qatar stands among the world's most influential energy and investment hubs, recognised globally for LNG leadership, financial strength, advanced infrastructure, and diplomatic reach.
As a gateway connecting Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, Qatar offers proximity to sovereign wealth funds, global energy operators, and deep capital markets capable of accelerating Africa's energy transformation.
IAEOGS Qatar 2026 will serve as a strategic bridge — connecting African energy opportunities directly to global capital, technology, and decision-makers in an environment designed for discretion, efficiency, and results.
A Defining Moment for Africa's Energy Trajectory
At a time when global energy security, industrial growth, and energy transition objectives are being recalibrated, Africa represents both opportunity and responsibility. The continent's development demands scalable infrastructure, disciplined investment, and forward-looking policy frameworks.
IAEOGS Qatar 2026 provides the platform where those elements converge.
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