On Saturday, May 17, 2025, ONOMO set Abidjan alight with the highly anticipated  launch of its ONOMO Summer Fest, coming to Côte d’Ivoire for the very first time  after two successful editions in Casablanca. 

More than ever, “Babi la belle” shined brightly on both the African and international  cultural scenes. For ONOMO, a pioneer of lifestyle hospitality in Africa, this was the  perfect moment to celebrate the energy and creativity of this emblematic city through  a major cultural event. 

After electrifying Casablanca, the ONOMO Summer Fest, a festival dedicated to Afro  culture, made its debut in Abidjan — a city of celebration and creativity par excellence.  Held at the ONOMO Hotel Abidjan Airport, the event was an unforgettable night  blending music, art, and unique vibes. 

Line-up included: 

And that’s not all: 

ONOMO Summer Fest Panel 

Topic: Entrepreneurship in the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI): How to Build  a Strong Brand in a Changing World 

Organized in partnership with the investment company Genesis Luxury & Brands (GLB), this panel was about highlighting the challenges and opportunities faced by  cultural entrepreneurs in a context of profound technological, social, and economic  transformation. 

It explored strategies for building strong, sustainable, and innovative brands,  leveraging key drivers such as digitalization, differentiation, and cultural grounding.

Confirmed speakers included: 

With live performances, electrifying DJ sets, creative encounters, and immersive  experiences, this edition of ONOMO Summer Fest brought together some of the most  vibrant voices from across Africa and its diaspora. A cultural celebration. 

« Abidjan’s regional and continental influence made it the perfect destination for this  third edition of ONOMO Summer Fest. » 

— Julien Renaud, CEO, ONOMO Group 

Freshly renovated and expanded, the ONOMO Hotel Abidjan Airport has evolved  far beyond a traditional hotel to become a true lifestyle destination. Located just two  minutes from the Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, the property caters to  both business travelers and urban epicureans. 

New features include a landscaped garden, a swimming pool, two meeting rooms,  a fitness center, and the Kokoma Restaurant & Lounge, helmed by Chef Lorna  Boboua-Do Sacramento, whose culinary background includes the renowned Le  Jules Verne in Paris. 

The hotel also offers a year-round cultural program titled Africa’s Finest, which  showcases African and local artists — including Yapi Jean Yves Tetchi, whose  monumental 7-meter artwork is now featured in the restaurant.

About ONOMO 

Since its founding in 2010, ONOMO has established itself as the leader in lifestyle  hospitality across Africa, with 24 hotels in operation and 6 under development across 15 countries. Through innovative concepts such as ONOMO Hotels (the  group’s original midscale brand), ONOMO Allure (a new premium lifestyle approach),  and ONOMO Collection (a curated line of exclusive boutique hotels), the group meets  the growing demand for authentic, immersive, and refined hospitality. 

With deep experience as both owner and operator, ONOMO is committed to creating  contemporary lifestyle destinations that offer unique experiences rooted in African  and local heritage — for both travelers and locals alike. 

Sylvain Kogra