# 50 leading hotel and hospitality groups in Africa

Tamtam tracks 209 hotel and hospitality groups headquartered in Africa. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Sun International, Talaat Moustafa Group and Nando's South Africa. Their median headcount is 1,283. Half of them were founded in 1988 or later. The most common headquarters are Johannesburg (9), Cairo (6) and Nairobi (4).

This selection of companies operating in Africa primarily focuses on hospitality, food and beverage services, and real estate, with a significant presence of large groups. Companies like Sun International specialize in gaming, hospitality, and entertainment, while Talaat Moustafa Group develops integrated communities and hospitality projects. Serena Hotels offers luxury accommodation across Eastern Africa and Asia, and Nando's South Africa is known for its fast-casual dining concept. Hungry Lion provides affordable fast food, and Protea Hotels by Marriott operates numerous hotels across nine African countries.

A notable pattern among these companies is the concentration of headquarters in South Africa, particularly Johannesburg, Stellenbosch, Durban, and Cape Town, and in Egypt, specifically Cairo and Dokki. Many of these companies were established between the 1960s and 1980s, indicating a period of significant growth and development in these sectors across the continent.

🌍 Africa · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Sun International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sun-international) (corporate.suninternational.com)<br>A leading company in gaming, hospitality, and entertainment industry, offering luxury hotels, casinos, and premier resorts with a focus on exceptional service and responsible corporate citizenship | Gambling Facilities and Casinos | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 6,085 | 1977 |
| 2 | [Talaat Moustafa Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/talaat-moustafa-group) (talaatmoustafa.com)<br>A leading real estate developer in Egypt creating integrated communities and hospitality projects, with a strong track record of over 50 years | Real Estate | 🇪🇬 Dokki | 5,633 | 1970 |
| 3 | [Nando's South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nando-s-south-africa) (nandos.co.za)<br>Worldwide fast-casual restaurant company specializing in spicy PERi-PERi chicken and sauces, with a history originating from Southeast Africa and Portuguese influence. | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 4,887 | 1987 |
| 4 | [CIEL Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ciel-group) (cielgroup.com)<br>An international group operating in emerging markets, with interests in agriculture, finance, healthcare, hospitality, real estate, and textiles, employing 32,000 individuals | Financial Services | 🇲🇺 Ebène | 3,628 | 1912 |
| 5 | [Serena Hotels](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/serena-hotels) (serenahotels.com)<br>Luxury accommodation provider with 35 up-market properties in Eastern Africa and Asia, focusing on product excellence, authentic cuisine, and guest satisfaction | Hospitality | 🇰🇪 Nairobi | 2,993 | 1970 |
| 6 | [Hungry Lion](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hungry-lion) (hungrylion.co.za)<br>Offers high-quality fast food products at affordable prices within a modern fast-food environment across 9 African countries. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Stellenbosch | 2,879 | 1997 |
| 7 | [Protea Hotels by Marriott®](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/protea-hotels-by-marriott) (bit.ly)<br>African hotel group with over 100 hotels in 9 countries, offering superior service, diverse accommodations, and recognized with multiple prestigious awards | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Sea Point | 2,860 | 1984 |
| 8 | [Amer Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amer-group) (amer-group.com)<br>Umbrella company with subsidiaries in hospitality, construction, real estate, and agriculture Owns resorts, five-star hotels, and international restaurant franchises | Real Estate | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 2,833 |  |
| 9 | [Barista](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/barista) (baristaegypt.com)<br>An Italian food and beverage company in Cairo, providing healthy options, F & B solutions for businesses, and a café serving coffee, juices, and fresh Italian dishes | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇬 Maadi | 2,832 | 2012 |
| 10 | [Pedros](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pedros) (simplify.hr)<br>South Africa's fastest-growing and most exciting flame-grilled chicken franchise concept. Offers a business model for entrepreneurial individuals interested in the food industry. | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Durban | 2,757 | 2018 |
| 11 | [Southern Sun](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/southern-sun) (southernsun.com)<br>Leading hospitality group in Southern Africa and beyond, offering luxurious hotels, resorts, restaurants, conference venues, and banqueting facilities with a focus on service excellence and sustainability | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Sandton | 2,705 | 1969 |
| 12 | [Spur Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/spur-corporation) (spurcorporation.com)<br>A growing multi-brand restaurant franchisor with distinctive atmospheres, offering quality meals and family-friendly experiences through over 600 outlets worldwide | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Cape Town | 2,613 | 1967 |
| 13 | [Comair Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/comair-limited) (comair.co.za)<br>An innovative and diversified aviation group operating airlines, training, catering, hospitality, and travel services in South Africa and beyond | Airlines and Aviation | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 2,047 | 1946 |
| 14 | [Wadi Degla Clubs Company S.A.E.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wadi-degla-clubs-company-s-a-e) (wadideglaclubs.com)<br>Established in 2003, the company operates multiple leisure/sports clubs in Greater Cairo with a large member base and a focus on national/international competitions | Spectator Sports | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 2,005 | 2003 |
| 15 | [Sarova Hotels](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sarova-hotels-nairobi) (sarovahotels.com)<br>A leading hospitality group in Kenya, offering a diverse range of hotels, resorts, and lodges catering to leisure and business travelers with modern facilities | Hospitality | 🇰🇪 Nairobi | 1,884 | 1975 |
| 16 | [Raya Holding for Financial Investments](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/raya-holding-for-financial-investments) (rayacorp.com)<br>An investment conglomerate with diversified operations in e-payment, microfinancing, IT, customer service, F&B, automotive, FMCG, and more across multiple countries | Investment Management | 🇪🇬 6th October City | 1,855 | 1999 |
| 17 | [Mugg & Bean](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mugg-and-bean) (muggandbean.co.za)<br>A welcoming place where people gather for bottomless coffee, giant muffins, generous portions, and a friendly atmosphere that keeps customers coming back | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 1,827 | 1996 |
| 18 | [Famous Brands](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/famous-brands) (famousbrands.co.za)<br>A leading franchisor in the restaurant industry with a diverse portfolio of much-loved brands, offering innovative food services solutions and sustainable growth | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,754 | 1960 |
| 19 | [Orascom Development Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orascom-development-egypt) (orascomde.com)<br>A leading developer of integrated destinations with over 30 years of experience Offers hotels, villas, leisure facilities, and sustainable development in multiple countries | Real Estate | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 1,742 |  |
| 20 | [Java House Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/java-house-africa) (shortlist.net)<br>Established in 1999, this East African coffee-led restaurant chain offers authentic export-quality coffee, with over 55 stores across 12 cities Join their ambitious team! | Food and Beverage Services | 🇰🇪 Nairobi | 1,620 | 1999 |
| 21 | [Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mazagan-beach-and-golf-resort) (mazaganbeachresort.com)<br>Luxury resort featuring an 18-hole golf course, family activities, restaurants, spa, casino, nightclub, and Moroccan-style accommodations. | Hospitality | 🇲🇦 El Jadida | 1,607 | 2009 |
| 22 | [Melcom Group of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/melcom-group-of-companies) (melcomgroup.com)<br>A diversified group of companies including retail outlets, manufacturing of household goods, assembly of electronic appliances, bakery, coffee shop, and travel agency | Retail | 🇬🇭 Accra | 1,550 | 1989 |
| 23 | [Wilderness](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wilderness) (wildernessdestinations.com)<br>A world-leading conservation and hospitality organization, dedicated to protecting vast and remote wilderness areas through intimate wildlife encounters and experiences | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,403 | 1983 |
| 24 | [Americana Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/americana-egypt) (americana-group.net)<br>A Middle Eastern group of companies marketing consumer foods, restaurants, and food products globally, with over 1,000 restaurants and 35,000 employees | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 1,355 |  |
| 25 | [Ocean Basket Holdings](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ocean-basket-holdings) (oceanbasket.com)<br>A beloved seafood restaurant chain founded in 1995, with over 200 stores across 16 countries, offering a variety of ocean-inspired dishes | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,283 | 1995 |
| 26 | [GROUPE UTIC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/groupe-utic) (utic.tn)<br>Private Tunisian group active in distribution, tourism with hotels, packaging, electromechanical partnerships, and various service sectors. | Retail | 🇹🇳 ZI - Cherguia 1 | 1,253 |  |
| 27 | [Food Concepts PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/food-concepts-plc) (foodconceptsplc.com)<br>Leading multi-brand QSR group in Nigeria, offering affordable value propositions, high-quality food products, exceptional customer service, and diverse workforce | Food and Beverage Services | 🇳🇬 Ilupeju | 1,243 | 1999 |
| 28 | [Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention and Entertainment Resort](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/emperors-palace-hotel-casino-convention-and-entertainment-resort) (emperorspalace.com)<br>Luxurious hotel and casino resort near Johannesburg airport offering accommodation, spa, dining, gaming, entertainment, conference facilities, and impeccable service | Gambling Facilities and Casinos | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,225 |  |
| 29 | [Chicken Licken](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chicken-licken) (chickenlicken.co.za)<br>Chicken Licken is a restaurant chain located in Kroonstad, Free State, South Africa, specializing in serving delicious chicken dishes to customers | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Kroonstad | 1,154 |  |
| 30 | [Sundry Foods Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sundry-foods-limited) (sundryfood.com)<br>An integrated food services provider in Nigeria, offering great tasting ready-to-eat food, catering services, and building lasting relationships with customers | Hospitality | 🇳🇬 Port Harcourt | 1,142 | 2003 |
| 31 | [Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/beachcomber-resorts-and-hotels) (beachcomber-hotels.com)<br>A renowned Mauritian hospitality company sharing the beauty of the Indian Ocean through exceptional resorts, service, and a commitment to sustainability | Hospitality | 🇲🇺 Curepipe | 1,054 | 1952 |
| 32 | [La Mamounia Marrakech](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-mamounia-marrakech) (mamounia.com)<br>A legendary Moroccan palace in Marrakech, known for its luxurious gardens, elegant architecture, and impeccable hospitality, embodying prestige and contemporary luxury | Hospitality | 🇲🇦 Marrakech | 1,010 | 1923 |
| 33 | [ONOMO Hotels](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/onomo-hotels) (onomohotels.com)<br>A leading hotel group in Africa with 22 hotels across 13 countries, offering accommodation and hospitality services to travelers | Hospitality | 🇲🇦 Sidi Belyout | 999 | 2008 |
| 34 | [Safari Park Hotel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/safari-park-hotel) (safaripark-hotel.com)<br>A luxurious resort and conference destination in Nairobi, offering stylish accommodation, diverse dining options, world-class conference facilities, health & recreation amenities, and entertainment venues | Hospitality | 🇰🇪 Nairobi | 992 | 1974 |
| 35 | [Tourvest Travel Services](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tourvest-travel-services) (tourvesttravelservices.co.za)<br>Leading tourism division with preferred relationships, offering travel services and technology solutions for corporate and holiday travel needs | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 988 | 1997 |
| 36 | [Feedem Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/feedem-group) (feedem.co.za)<br>A contract catering provider managing over 300 sites, offering a range of catering services to various industries with a team of diverse specialists | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 957 | 1975 |
| 37 | [Transcorp Hilton Abuja](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/transcorp-hilton-abuja) (hilton.com)<br>Flagship hotel in Nigeria's capital city, offering luxurious accommodations, dining options, recreational facilities, and hosting global events and dignitaries | Hospitality | 🇳🇬 Abuja | 944 | 1987 |
| 38 | [Supercare](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/supercare) (empactgroup.co.za)<br>A company that provides contract and specialized cleaning services for various industries, prioritizing safety, environmental friendliness, and employee empowerment through training programs | Facilities Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 939 |  |
| 39 | [andBeyond Travel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/andbeyond-travel) (andbeyond.com)<br>Designs personalized luxury tours and operates exclusive lodges and expeditions across Africa, Asia, and South America with sustainable focus. | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 | 912 | 1991 |
| 40 | [Mansour Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mansour-group) (mansourgroup.com)<br>Family-owned multinational conglomerate managing diverse businesses in automotive, finance, real estate, consumer goods, education, healthcare, and more globally. | Financial Services | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 905 |  |
| 41 | [Eko Hotels & Suites](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eko-hotels-and-suites) (ekohotels.com)<br>Luxury hotel in West Africa offering a blend of relaxation, activities, and African tradition to meet international standards, with prime location and top-notch customer care | Hospitality | 🇳🇬 Victoria Island | 891 | 1975 |
| 42 | [protea Hotel.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/protea-hotel) (radissonhotels.com)<br>Luxury hotel in Lagos with 155 guestrooms, loft suites, dining options, outdoor pool, fitness center, and meeting rooms with modern amenities | Hospitality | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 876 | 2003 |
| 43 | [vida e caffè](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vida-e-caffe) (vidaecaffe.com)<br>A fusion of Portuguese street café culture and African energy, infusing passion in all aspects of daily operations Serving inspiration #NoPassionNoPoint | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Cape Town | 869 | 2001 |
| 44 | [Ghana Atomic Energy Commission](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ghana-atomic-energy-commission) (gaec.gov.gh)<br>The company promotes nuclear and biotechnological techniques for Ghana's economic and social advancement through research activities at its Institutes and Centres | Research Services | 🇬🇭 Accra | 858 | 1963 |
| 45 | [Royal Mansour Marrakech](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/royal-mansour-marrakech) (royalmansour.com)<br>luxury hotel offering traditional Moroccan architecture, private riads, fine dining, extensive gardens, and a renowned wellness spa experience | Hospitality | 🇲🇦 Marrakech | 844 |  |
| 46 | [SIFAX Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sifax-group) (sifaxgroup.com)<br>An African multinational corporation with diverse operations in maritime, aviation, logistics, oil & gas, and hospitality sectors through various subsidiaries | Maritime | 🇳🇬 Lagos | 836 | 1988 |
| 47 | [Savoy Sharm Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/savoy-sharm-group) (savoy-sharm.com)<br>Luxurious hotels and resorts in Sinai Peninsula offering hospitality, accommodations, restaurants, and entertainment with stunning views of the Red Sea | Hospitality | 🇪🇬 Sharm El Sheikh | 830 |  |
| 48 | [Wakanow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wakanow) (wakanow.com)<br>Africa's leading travel tech platform offering affordable flights, hotels, visa assistance, and vacation packages with convenient trip planning and payment options | Travel Arrangements | 🇳🇬 Lekki | 801 | 2008 |
| 49 | [Orascom Hotels Management](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orascom-hotels-management) (orascomhm.com)<br>A Swiss subsidiary specializing in developing and managing touristic towns and operating over 30 hotels to satisfy guests' needs and desires | Hospitality | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 800 | 1991 |
| 50 | [Orascom Hotels & Development](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orascom-hotels-and-development) (orascomdh.com)<br>Integrated developer of fully integrated towns in Egypt, with over 457 million sqm of land distributed across four destinations | Hospitality | 🇪🇬 El Gouna | 793 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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