ABUJA–
The President of the Africa-International Tourism and Economic Council (AITEC World), Amb. Dine Bouraima, has been honoured with the prestigious Pan– African Tourism Leadership and Impact Award at the 9th National Tourism Transportation Summit and Expo 2026, organised by the Institute of Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN).
The award was presented on 28 July 2026 during the Gala Night held at Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, Nigeria, following the successful conclusion of the two-day summit themed “Tourism and Transportation: Building Connectivity and Mobility for Sustainable Development.”
Receiving the award, Amb. Dine Bouraima expressed profound appreciation to the organisers for the recognition. He described the honour as both humbling and inspiring, pledging to remain steadfast in his commitment to advancing tourism, economic cooperation, and sustainable development across Africa.
“I dedicate this award to everyone working tirelessly to position Africa as a leading global tourism destination. This recognition strengthens my resolve to continue promoting tourism as a catalyst for economic transformation, regional integration, investment, and prosperity across our continent,” he said.
Amb. Dine Bouraima with the plaque of his Pan- African Tourism Leadership and Impact Award at the gala night in Abuja
Presenting the award, the President of the Institute of Tourism Professionals of Nigeria, Ayo Olumoko, Board of Director of the institute and chief Abiodun Odusanwo described Amb. Dine Bouraima as a deserving recipient whose remarkable contributions have significantly advanced tourism development, regional collaboration, and international partnerships across Africa.
The latest recognition adds to a growing list of continental honours received by Amb. Dine Bouraima for his outstanding leadership in tourism and economic development. Earlier this month, he was also honoured at the EcoFinance Enterprises Awards in Dakar, Senegal, where both he and Benin Royal Hotel, Cotonou, were recognised for their outstanding contributions to Africa’s tourism and hospitality industry.
About Amb. Dine Bouraima
Amb. Dine Bouraima is the President of AITEC World (Africa-International Tourism and Economic Council), President of CTM-Benin (Consortium Touristes par Millions au Bénin), and Chief Executive Officer of Benin Royal Hotel.
He is a distinguished Beninese tourism leader recognised for his unwavering commitment to advancing tourism, investment, and economic cooperation across Africa. For nearly two decades, he has championed tourism as a strategic driver of sustainable economic growth, job creation, regional integration, and international collaboration.
As President of Africa- International Tourism and Economic Council (AITEC World), he leads an international organisation that unites public and private sector stakeholders to promote tourism, trade, investment, and economic diplomacy under the vision of “Linking Africa to the World and the World to Africa.”
He also serves as President of CTM-Benin, the umbrella organisation representing key stakeholders within Benin’s tourism industry, where he continues to strengthen public-private collaboration, promote professionalism, and support the sustainable growth of the country’s tourism sector.
As the Chief Executive Officer of Benin Royal Hotel, one of Benin’s leading indigenous four-star hotels, Amb. Dine has played a significant role in developing the nation’s hospitality industry by hosting major international conferences while promoting service excellence, human capital development, and high-quality standards.
Amb. Dine Bouraima also serves as an Administrator of COPITOUR-ECOWAS and previously held the position of Vice President of the African Tourism Board (ATB), where he contributed immensely to strengthening continental tourism cooperation and fostering strategic global partnerships.
Throughout his career, he has consistently advocated policies that encourage travel facilitation, tourism investment, public-private partnerships, regional economic integration, and the preservation and promotion of Africa’s rich cultural heritage.
Under his visionary leadership, AITEC World is rapidly emerging as a leading international platform bringing together governments, international organisations, financial institutions, national tourism boards, investors, and private sector leaders to promote sustainable economic development through tourism, trade, and investment.
Through his dedication, strategic vision, and exemplary leadership, Amb. Dine Bouraima continues to position Africa as a globally competitive destination for tourism, business, investment, and innovation while strengthening enduring partnerships between Africa and the rest of the world.
