About Us

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About US

Tourism Invest Africa (TIA) is a project focused on providing a sustainable platform that links investors with tourism opportunities across Africa. It serves as the go-to hub for travel, tourism, and hospitality businesses that are ready for investment, connecting them with angel investors, private equity, venture capital firms, and a variety of business partners.
 
Championed by GATEHUB and its partner, Rafiki Tours and Safaris, TIA addresses investment gaps in African tourism. It functions as a project-driven initiative, securing capital and expediting the financial completion of investment agreements.
 

Why TIA?

Value Proposition

Creating a sustainable platform to bridge gaps in tourism and investment by leveraging market insights, industry trends, building partnerships, and utilizing the AFCFTA to boost growth in Africa’s tourism and hospitality sector.

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Vision

Becoming leaders in creating pathways that connect investors with investment-ready tourism and hospitality projects across Africa.

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Mission

To connect investors with credible, investment-ready tourism and hospitality opportunities across Africa, accelerating capital access and driving sustainable industry growth.

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Core Values

We operate with integrity and foster collaboration, driving innovation and sustainable impact. Our commitment to excellence empowers Africa’s tourism and hospitality sector to thrive.

Our Team

Our team is a blend of tourism experts, investment professionals, and industry partners dedicated to connecting investors with high-potential tourism and hospitality projects across Africa. We work collaboratively to bridge gaps, drive growth, and create sustainable impact for the communities we serve.

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Vera Ohioma

Project Lead

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Joseph Kafunda

Project Partner

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Oluwaseyi Adegoke

Project Partner

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Morris kusotera

Advisory board member

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Abiola Adelana

Advisory board member

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Oyediran Oloyede

Advisory board member

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Amb. Fikile Hlatshwayo

Advisory board member

Key Objectives

To raise capital for market-ready tourism and hospitality businesses by engaging investors and partners.

To align African tourism with the African Union Vision 2063 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

Our goal is to contribute to poverty alleviation by creating at least 1,000 sustainable jobs for African women and youth.

To serve as facilitators and brokers, accelerating the closure of investment deals through a harmonized approach.

Project Value

We collaborate to address ONE problem at a time, seeking opportunities in every challenging space. Our passion lies in transforming narratives across borders, working together to achieve sustainable benefits for the communities we serve.