Hilton announced the signing of an agreement with Brighton Hotels and Business Plc. to open two properties in Ethiopia – DoubleTree by Hilton Adama and DoubleTree by Hilton Dire Dawa. The agreement marks the first internationally branded hotels in the two cities, reaffirming Hilton’s commitment to expanding its presence in Ethiopia with plans to reach eight trading properties across the country in the coming years.  Carlos Khneisser, vice president, Development, Middle East & Africa, Hilton said, “We are thrilled to partner with Brighton Hotels and Business Plc. to open two hotels in Ethiopia. These new additions in Adama and Dire Dawa will further strengthen our footprint across the country, perfectly complementing the soon-to-open DoubleTree by Hilton Addis Ababa Airport and currently trading Hilton Addis Ababa. We look forward to continuing our growth across Ethiopia and delivering reliable and friendly stays to business and leisure guests.”