Day 1
BUILD & INVEST
Hotel development, architecture, design, finance, new projects and refurbishment — plus the Hotel Development & Investment Forum and the Projects Marketplace.
Nairobi, Kenya · 2027
Hospitality & Support Industries Expo
BUILD. OPERATE. EXPERIENCE. GROW.
East Africa's first comprehensive marketplace connecting the people who develop, equip, operate, finance and grow hospitality businesses — an international exhibition, hosted buyers, live experience zones and a full knowledge programme, over three days.
- 81M
- International arrivals to Africa in 2025 (+8%) · UN Tourism
- 123,846
- Hotel rooms in Africa's development pipeline · W Hospitality Group 2026
- US$228B
- Travel & Tourism contribution — 7% of regional GDP · WTTC
- 15.6%
- Kenya accommodation & food service growth in 2025 · KNBS
Four pillars
One complete hospitality cycle, from first drawing to daily operation.
The success of the hospitality industry depends on the strength of the ecosystem behind it.
BUILD
Hotel development, architecture, interior design, construction, FF&E, kitchens, energy and building technology.
OPERATE
Technology, housekeeping, laundry, foodservice, security, maintenance and professional services.
EXPERIENCE
Wellness, MICE, food & beverage, design, smart-room technology and guest journey innovation.
GROW
Investment, finance, hotel brands, MICE buyers, tourism agencies, franchise and management partnerships.
Three days
Three days. Three commercial themes.
Day 2
OPERATE & SOURCE
The procurement heart of HASI — Buyers' Morning, intensive hosted-buyer meetings, live demonstrations and hotel group procurement sessions.
Day 3
EXPERIENCE & GROW
MICE Buyers' Morning, wellness and guest experience, sustainability, talent and the HASI Innovation Challenge finals.
The exhibition
14 specialised pavilions, Hall A to Hall N
Structured around hotel procurement needs rather than exhibition floor space alone. Each pavilion links directly to its floor plan.
The commercial journey
Register. Match. Meet. Negotiate. Track.
Business matching starts before doors open and outcomes are tracked at 30, 90 and 180 days — procurement conversations, not footfall.
- 01
Register
Exhibitors and buyers submit requirements.
- 02
Pre-event Match
The platform aligns needs with solutions.
- 03
Meet
Scheduled lounges and private negotiations.
- 04
Negotiate
Specification, pricing, terms and volumes.
- 05
Track
Outcomes measured at 30, 90 and 180 days.
Who HASI is for
If your business builds, equips, operates or finances hospitality
Hotel Owners, Developers & Operators
Property owners, hotel groups, management companies and independent operators across East Africa.
Architects, Designers & Specifiers
The professionals who influence procurement before purchase orders are issued.
Institutional Investors & Financiers
Banks, DFIs, private equity, asset managers and insurers seeking hospitality development opportunities.
Government Agencies & Tourism Bodies
Ministries, investment agencies, county governments, standards bodies and destination organisations.
Suppliers & Manufacturers
Equipment, technology, interiors, food and service businesses selling into hospitality procurement.
Read the full prospectus — the market case, the pavilions, the programme and every participation format.
Prospectus (PDF)Reserve your place at HASI 2027
Select a stand on the interactive floor plan, or register as a visitor, buyer, speaker or delegate.