Major Hotel Management Agreement Enhances African Hospitality Landscape

African Hotel Development Partners with Aleph Hospitality for Major Growth

On June 18, 2025, African Hotel Development (AHD), a leading name in the lifestyle hospitality sector across Africa, announced a significant partnership with Aleph Hospitality. This collaboration focuses on a strategic management agreement whereby Aleph Hospitality will manage 26 ONOMO hotels spread across 14 African countries beginning September 1, 2025.

This pivotal agreement signifies a strategic shift for AHD as it seeks to concentrate on developing its brand while letting Aleph Hospitality handle hotel operations. By doing so, AHD is poised to double the size of its ONOMO portfolio within the next five years, emphasizing its vision for accelerated growth. The CEO of AHD, Julien Renaud, expressed that the partnership with Aleph Hospitality allows them to separate ownership and brand development from operational duties, maintaining control over the ONOMO brand’s future while enhancing growth potential.

Aleph Hospitality has solidified its status as a significant player in the region's hospitality sector through this arrangement, effectively doubling its portfolio. The hospitality firm is on the mission to manage 50 hotels by the end of 2025, thus asserting itself as the leading independent hotel operator in both the Middle East and Africa. Bani Haddad, the founder and Managing Director of Aleph Hospitality, highlighted that their new role encompasses overseeing ONOMO hotels which ultimately benefits clients, stakeholders, and partners alike.

Africa is increasingly viewed as one of the most promising hotel markets globally, and this partnership aligns perfectly with Aleph's growth strategy. With a focus on enhancing operational performance across the continent, Aleph Hospitality aims to reinforce its operational platforms and drive value in its collaborations.

As part of its growth strategy, Aleph Hospitality will additionally set up four regional offices and enhance its management operations across key African markets, such as Kenya and Morocco. This strategic expansion not only caters to the current hospitality demands but also opens avenues for innovative hotel management approaches that cater to evolving tourist needs.

The partnership comes at a time when African countries are witnessing enhanced tourism activities, making it imperative for hotel groups to bridge the service gap through high-quality management and enhanced operational strategies. Aleph Hospitality's dedicated approach and intricate understanding of the hospitality landscape in Africa assure that the service quality across ONOMO hotels will improve significantly, aligning with international standards.

With Aleph Hospitality's commitment to operational excellence, the partnership is expected to drive increased competitiveness among hotels, paving the way for better guest experiences and more sustainable growth. Both companies are enthusiastic about the future and are aligning their resources to ensure a successful transition and future endeavors together.

As part of the ONOMO brand, these hotels will embody the unique hospitality that caters to both business travelers and tourists alike, enhancing Africa's reputation as a prime destination for international visitors.

For further details about ONOMO hotels, visit ONOMO Hotels, and for insights into Aleph Hospitality, check out Aleph Hospitality.

In conclusion, this landmark agreement represents not just a growth milestone for AHD and Aleph Hospitality but also an emblematic shift in the African hospitality sector that promises to set new benchmarks in service delivery and operational expertise across the continent.