Guided by their core principle of empowering communities, Global Hospitality group, Millat, and Hyatt Hotels South Africa have extended their partnership with internationally renowned humanitarian organization, Gift of the Givers.
The partnership, initially launched last year with the Cape Malay Buffet at 126 Café at Hyatt Regency Cape Town, now extends to the Iftar buffet and Eid Lunch across all three Hyatt Hotels in South Africa with 10% of food revenue from these events donated to Gift of the Givers to support community upliftment.
In addition, organizations and individuals hosting conferences, events or celebrations at Hyatt Hotels can also contribute to meaningful change. Hyatt South Africa and the Millat Group will also donate 10% of all food revenue from alternative dining experiences to Gift of the Givers. The alternative dining experiences include:
- Experiential dinners at Urchin Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Cape Town
- Tree House and Outdoor dinner experiences at Hyatt House Sandton
- 5th Floor Rooftop dining experiences at Hyatt House Rosebank
- Cape Malay Buffet at 126 Café at Hyatt Regency Cape Town
Gift of the Givers is Africa’s largest disaster response organization, providing life-saving humanitarian aid, from disaster relief and hunger alleviation to healthcare and education support. Operating globally, they deliver hope and assistance to communities in need, regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation.
According to Hamza Farooqui, CEO of Millat Group, partnerships like these are essential, particularly in unprecedented times of global conflict and upheaval. “The impact that Gift of the Givers has had on emergency aid across the globe is immeasurable,” says Farooqui. “Their presence in conflict zones and disaster-hit areas is a remarkable example of community, solidarity, and heroism,” he adds. “As their impact continues to grow, we’re exceptionally proud to be able to support their efforts and align our visions toward positive change beyond the hospitality industry.”
The existing partnership between the organizations was established in 2024 and began with 10% of proceeds from 126 Café’s Cape Malay Buffet going towards the NGO. Every weekend the buffet serves traditional Cape Malay cuisine and tantalizing dishes with a Cape Malay twist for R350 per person and R150 for children under 12. Through this initiative, guests take part in an exceptional culinary experience while showing support for the Gift of the Givers’ mission to provide global humanitarian relief. The Iftar Buffet and Eid Lunch will now also form part of this partnership.
Dr Imtiaz Sooliman Founder of Gift of the Givers says: “Partnerships like this are a testament to what can be accomplished when compassion and collaboration come together for a common purpose. At Gift of the Givers, we believe that every act of giving, no matter how small, has the power to create ripples of change that touch countless lives. Through the support of Millat Group and Hyatt Hotels South Africa, every celebration held under their banner becomes a beacon of hope, a moment where joy is shared, and lives are transformed. It is through such meaningful alliances that we are reminded of the boundless potential of shared humanity and the extraordinary impact we can achieve when we work together to uplift those in need.”
Millat’s Farooqui adds: “Millat are leaders in the global hospitality sector, built on an ethos of changing lives through hospitality. We extend our gratitude to Gift of the Givers for this opportunity, and we hope that our guests see the immense value of transforming their celebrations and gatherings into acts of giving.” The partnership extends to the following hotels in the portfolio:
- Hyatt Regency Cape Town
- Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton
- Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
