The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), UN Tourism, and the Government of Angola have the honour to welcome you to the 2nd UN Tourism and ICAO Ministerial Conference on Tourism and Air Transport in Africa, taking place in Luanda, Angola, from 22 to 24 July 2025.
Africa holds immense potential for tourism and air transport growth, yet significant opportunities remain untapped. In 2024, the continent saw a record surge in international arrivals at 74 million, translating into 7 per cent more arrivals compared to 2019 and 12 per cent more than in 2023, underscoring the vital role of air transport in tourism expansion. Given their interdependence, this high-level Conference will focus on fostering stronger synergies between the two sectors to drive economic growth and sustainable development. The programme will also feature an Expert Workshop on Tourism and Air Transport on the 22nd of July, leading up to the Ministerial Conference.
Objectives:
Aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the African Union Agenda 2063, the Conference aims to:
Identify challenges and opportunities to enhance air connectivity and seamless travel across Africa.
Strengthen dialogue between tourism and air transport stakeholders to address key business imperatives.
Encourage political commitment to integrating tourism and air transport priorities into national and regional agendas.