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Reaffirming its commitment to continued development in Africa, international corporate services company Hogg Robinson Group (HRG) has announced that it has signed two new Partners based in Senegal and Uganda. This latest development closely follows the recent addition of HRG operations in Ethiopia and Mauritius and expands the number of countries in Africa in which HRG has a presence to 18.

Senegal
Headquartered in the capital city Dakar, Saphir Voyages, founded in 1999, lists Oxfam and UNICEF as key clients. The company also has extensive events and meetings management expertise, with particular involvement in servicing corporate clients participating in the Paris-Dakar rally.

There are significant signs of new business growth in Senegal with the country particularly exploiting its regional edge in telecoms with call centres and IT centres and continued interest from new foreign investors. To help secure the country’s future development the Government has embarked on a massive programme of infrastructure, mainly around the capital Dakar, with many new roads under construction and plans for a new international airport – both of which will be of enormous benefit to corporate travellers.

Uganda
With some 25 years expertise and from its main base in Kampala, Africa Travel Ltd services a number of national and international organisations including: Food for the Hungry, Shell, the Uganda Investment Authority and National Water & Sewerage Company.

Uganda's economy has performed well in recent years, averaging around 6% annual growth. By maintaining macroeconomic stability and liberal economic policies it has been able to attract continued multinational investment. The UK in particular has a strong bilateral relationship and a significant development partnership with Uganda and is the country’s largest export market.

Mike Platt, Group Industry Affairs Director at HRG, commented: “This latest development reflects a substantial increase in the number of multinational companies looking to consolidate their business in Africa and demonstrates our commitment to meeting client needs and developing an even stronger presence across the region.

“Local knowledge is essential when delivering a worldwide service and both Saphir Voyages and Africa Travel are able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the markets they serve. I am therefore delighted to welcome both companies to the HRG worldwide network and look forward to working with them to further enhance the service we can offer our clients.”

In addition to Senegal and Uganda, HRG’s partner operations on the African continent currently include Algeria, Botswana, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

For further information:

Leah Phelps / James Gilheany
Euro RSCG Biss Lancaster
Tel: +44 (0) 207 467 9200
Email: blhrg@bisslancaster.com

Laurie Waugh, PR Manager
Hogg Robinson Group
Tel: +44 (0) 1256 312623
Email: laurie.waugh@hrgworldwide.com

Notes to Editors:

Hogg Robinson Group (HRG) is the award-winning international corporate services company. Founded in 1845, HRG has over 60 years specific corporate travel expertise. Its corporate services interests include wholly-owned or majority controlled corporate travel operations in 25 of the key driver and growth markets throughout Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Supported by contracted partners, the HRG worldwide network extends to over 100 countries.

Totally committed to a value offering for clients, HRG offers a comprehensive range of corporate services which includes Corporate Travel Management, Consulting, Expense Management, Events & Meetings Management, and Sports.