Sustainable Tourism Africa Summit 2024

Held since 2016, Sustainable Tourism Africa Summit (STAS) is an annual forum hosted by Sustainable Travel & Tourism Africa to inspire confidence in sustainable development of tourism in the continent.

It brings together private and public sector stakeholders in sustainable tourism, as well as researchers, ecosystem organizations and investors to learn, share and explore prospects of curating a sustainable future for Africa’s tourism.

Key highlights of STAS include keynotes, panels, breakout rooms and exhibitions.

In 2024, the Summit will take place in Mombasa Kenya on June 13-14, 2024 at Mombasa Serena Beach Resort.

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Prof. Boniface Kihima
Technical University of Kenya
Professor Marina Novelli (PhD)
Sustainable Tourism Expert and Professor of Marketing and Tourism
University of Nottingham (UK)
Aisha Nabwanika
Chief Executive Office
Ewaffe Cultural Village, Uganda
Amb. Paul Mukumbya
Uganda Consul General, Mombasa
Ben Peterson
Chief Executive Officer
Purple Elephant Ventures, Nairobi
Clinton Els
Regional General Manager Africa and Middle East
Intrepids Travel
David Gitonga
Chef Executive Officer
Tourism Research Institute, Kenya
Dennis Papa Odenyi Quansah
Green Building Lead
International Finance Corporation
Divinah Maturi
Inspection Manager
Control Union of Kenya
Dr. Kayode D. Aleshinloye
Professor of Tourism and Event Management
Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida
Dr. Sisco Auala, PhD
Researcher
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Gulam Sawant
Head of Sales
Weeva
Harriet Owalla
Journalist
Jon Danks
Former Chief Executive Officer
Pan African Tourism Trade Association
Judy Kepher Gona
Founder and Lead Consultant
Sustainable Travel and Tourism Africa
Leisel Liebenberg
Environmentalist and Manager of the NUST Hotel School
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Prof. Mary Gikungu
Director General
National Museums of Kenya
Nwabisa Mjoli
Sustainability Content and Support Practitioner, Weeva

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Opening Remarks - Update on the State of Sustainable Tourism in Africa& Future Trends to Watch/ kenya Report overview

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The evolving role of museums in shaping sustainable tourism policies and practices

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Why is Education key to the future of Globally connected Tourism

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Sustainability branding for destinations -Case of Namibia

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HEALTH BREAK/ TEA / COFFEE / VISIT EXHIBITION/ SIGN CLIMATE DECLARATION

Working through partnerships to accelerate youth entrepreneurship in tourism SSA

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Creating opportunities for youth in tourism through innovation in skills Development

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HEALTH BREAK/ LUNCH/ VISIT EXHIBITION/ SIGN CLIMATE DECLARATION

WEEVA - Business Sustainability Management Platform

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Integrating Sustainability in Tourism Quality Assurance Programs

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Embrace or discard? Cultural Perceptions of Dark Tourism by Local Residents in a Developing Country

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Wrap up Key Learnings and Opportunities

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Tea break & Networking
Visit Exhibitions
Signing Climate Declaration & Commitments

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Market Positioning & Leadership Through Sustainability- Lessons of the Intrepid Group

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Building Regional Cohesion for Sustained Tourism Growth & Resilience- The Case of Kenya-Coast Uganda Program

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Business Case for Greening Hotels

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HEALTH BREAK/ TEA BREAK/ VISIT EXHIBITION/ SIGN CLIMATE DECLARATION

Innovations in community Integration in tourism & destination resilience in a changing climate

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Role of Innovation, Research and Development in Building Integration & Resilience in Destinations

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Climate Friendly Travel

HEALTH BREAK/ LUNCH/ VISIT EXHIBITION/ SIGN CLIMATE DECLARATION

Venture companies, tourism start-ups and regenerative solutions for accelerating sustainability of Tourism

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Launch of Sustainable Tourism Report & Climate Toolkit for SMEs in Tourism

Summary of Statements of Significance, Commitments & Action

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Vote of Thanks & Reflections

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ď‚·Networking
ď‚·Visit Exhibitions
ď‚·Signing Climate Declaration & Commitments
Refreshments

Two-Day Pass
Regular Delegate
Original price was: KSh 17,500.00.Current price is: KSh 15,000.00.

2-day access to the conference
Access to panels and breakout sessions
Networking, cocktails and awards
Exhibitions

Single Day Pass
Regular Delegate
Original price was: KSh 14,000.00.Current price is: KSh 12,500.00.

Single day access to the conference
Access to panels and breakout sessions
Networking, cocktails and awards
Exhibitions

Exhibitor
KSh 100,000.00

3x3 Booth
Access to the conference
Access to panels and breakout sessions
Networking, cocktails and awards

Two-Day Pass
Regular Student
Original price was: KSh 13,000.00.Current price is: KSh 11,000.00.

2-day access to the conference
Access to panels and breakout sessions
Networking, cocktails and awards
Exhibitions

Single Day Pass
Regular Student
Original price was: KSh 9,000.00.Current price is: KSh 8,000.00.

Single day access to the conference
Access to panels and breakout sessions
Networking, cocktails and awards
Exhibitions

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