🏆 8th Annual Edition | July 11 & 12, 2026 | Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island
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HMC Africa 2026

Hotel Managers Conference
Africa 2026

📍 Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island

📅 July 11th & 12th, 2026

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HMC Africa 2026 Theme

"Raising the Bar:
Sales, Service & Standards
for Competitive Africa"

Strengthening the competitiveness of the African hospitality sector by improving sales performance, delivering exceptional service, and embracing adaptable standards.

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Welcome

Welcome to Hotel Managers
Conference Africa

Conference Theme

"Raising the Bar: Sales, Service & Standards for Competitive Africa"

"Raising the Bar: Sales, Service & Standards for Competitive Africa" is a forward-looking conference theme aimed at exploring how the hospitality industry can strengthen its competitiveness by improving sales performance, delivering exceptional service, and embracing great and adaptable standards.

The discussions will focus on practical strategies that drive growth, enhance guest experiences, and create lasting value across the sector. The conference will bring together hospitality leaders, owners, operators, investors, tourism stakeholders, suppliers, and professionals from across Africa.

Through the exchange of ideas, industry insights, and collaborative partnerships, participants will explore ways to build a stronger, more resilient, and globally competitive hospitality industry for the continent.

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8th Edition Highlights

Experience immersive masterclasses, dynamic presentations, product exhibitions, and strategic B2B networking rooms under one roof.

900+ Attendees
16+ Countries
Join The Event

Why Join Hotel Managers Conference?

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Training

Participate in executive training masterclasses designed to equip managers with operational SOP playbooks and cost containment formulas.

01 🏢

Exhibition

Touch, feel, and evaluate solutions from 200+ top industry PMS, RMS, F&B supply, security, and kitchen equipment vendors.

02 🤝

Networking

Build valuable business connections with 900+ owners, operating managers, and development groups representing 16+ countries.

03 🏆

Awards

Celebrate and acknowledge top properties, general managers, and brands in African hospitality during our black-tie ceremony.

Speakers

Event Speakers

Prof Wasiu Babalola
Prof Wasiu Babalola
Atiba University Oyo/SVP Africa – Continent Worldwide hotels Turkiye
Karl Hala
Karl Hala
Group General Manager – Continental Hotels in Nigeria
Barr. Chike Ogeah
Barr. Chike Ogeah
Managing Director/CEO of Mac. Folly Hospitality Ltd (Owners of the Lagos Marriott Hotel)
Dr. Michael Pinder
Dr. Michael Pinder
General Manager – JS Signature Hotel Port Harcourt Nigeria
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Tickets

Purchase Your Ticket

⭐ Recommended
Owners, Operators, Consultants
Regular
Regular Pass
₦150,000 or $100
✓ Full Physical Venue Entry
✓ Masterclass Workshops
✓ Exhibition Hall Access
✓ Networking Cocktail Lunch
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Join from your comfort zone
Virtual
Virtual
₦60000 or $40
✓ Watch from home
✓ Masterclass Workshops
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International Delegates
VIP
Combo Offer
₦708000 or $472
✓ Full access plus VIP treatment
✓ Full Physical Venue Entry
✓ Masterclass Workshops
✓ Exhibition Hall Access
✓ Networking Cocktail Lunch
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🌍 International Delegate Packages

⭐ Recommended Pass
International Delegates
With Budget accoomodation
Conference Package
₦708000 or $472
✓ Full Physical Venue Entry
✓ Masterclass Workshops
✓ Exhibition Hall Access
✓ Networking Cocktail Lunch
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Headline Sponsor
⭐ LAGOS CONTINENTAL ⭐
Sponsors
OPay
Huawei
IDS Next
Staycore
Presken Hotels
Awards

Acknowledging African
Hospitality Excellence

The HMC Africa Awards celebrate the properties, management teams, and service innovators raising standard quality criteria across the continent. Review the benchmarks met by previous winners.

See Winners of HMC 2025 Awards
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2026 Nominations Open

Nominations for General Manager of the Year, Boutique Hotel, and training brands close June 15, 2026.

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Blog Post

Latest News & Blog

📈
Operations · June 2026

Disruptive Revenue & PMS Technology for 2026

How African property managers are integrating cloud management tools to protect operating margins amid inflation.

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👥
HR & Leadership · May 2026

Developing 5-Star Hospitality Talent locally

Key training principles and retention programs designed to decrease staff turnover rates inside regional cities.

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Sustainability · April 2026

Reducing Operating Overheads: Energy efficiency

Practical guide for properties transitioning to smart solar grids and reducing dependency on local generators.

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