Africa’s Business Travel Sees Renewed Momentum

  • Economic growth, regional integration, and infrastructure investment are driving a rebound in business travel across Africa.
  • New corporate travel hubs are emerging beyond South Africa, including Nairobi, Lagos, Kigali, Accra, and Addis Ababa, supported by expanding airline connectivity.
  • Increased activity in energy, finance, telecom, agribusiness, and technology is fueling more cross-border executive travel and deal-making.
  • While hybrid work has reduced routine trips, business travel is becoming more focused and strategic, reinforcing Africa’s long-term commercial integration.