With a young, fast-growing population, accelerating economic momentum, and expanding air connectivity, Africa stands poised to become one of the most exciting frontiers for duty free and travel retail. Yet alongside this promise lies a unique set of challenges—from complex regulatory frameworks and fragmented infrastructure to evolving consumer expectations across diverse markets.
This session convenes industry leaders to examine how brands and operators can navigate these complexities and unlock the region’s long-term potential. Joining the discussion are Ali Tounsi, Secretary General of ACI Africa, and Harald Suenner, Sales Director Middle East Africa at Heinemann Middle East Africa, Claudio Ferreira, Vice President Global Travel Retail, Japan Tobacco International (JTI) and Loice Muforo, Sales Manager for Scent of Africa who will share insights from the front lines of travel retail’s African expansion.
