Mamadou Ousmanne
The official inauguration of the five-star Kertel Suites hotel took place in Kinshasa, in an atmosphere of elegance and celebration.
This event marks a significant step forward for the city's hospitality sector, with the launch of an establishment that redefines luxury and service excellence.
Among the distinguished guests at the inauguration were Daniel Bumba, Governor of Kinshasa; Guy Loando, National Minister of Land Planning; Kenny Rawtani and Ritesh Hemnani, owners of Kertel Suites; and Jad Shamseddin, Chief Operating Officer of Aleph Hospitality.
During the inauguration, attendees enjoyed an opening speech by Karim Arif, General Manager of Kertel Suites, who presented the hotel’s journey from conception to completion, as well as its ambitions to contribute to Kinshasa’s economic and tourism development, according to a press release.
Inspired by palatial architecture, Kertel Suites offers high-end hospitality, featuring spacious and luxurious suites, leisure facilities such as a spa, fitness center, and infinity pool, exclusive dining spaces, and ultra-modern event venues ready to host both private gatherings and business meetings.
Kertel Suites is managed by Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa.
In 2024, Aleph Hospitality added 13 new hotels to its portfolio and now boasts an active range of over 30 hotels across the Middle East and Africa.