News & Insights

Stay up to date with Millat news and developments from Millat. We regularly update this page with articles, media coverage, corporate announcements, and a live social media feed toprovide a comprehensive view of Millat Global’s ongoing activity, achievements, and impact across the hospitality and investment sectors.

Latest Updates & Coverage

Check back regularly for the most recent news and insights from Millat.

Latest news

Important updates and stories about Millat and our portfolio.

Media Coverage

Features and articles from leading publications highlighting our work and industry leadership.

Market Trends

In-depth analysis of the hospitality and investment landscape, sector performance, and emerging opportunities.

Insights

Expert commentary from Millat’s leadership and partners on sustainable investment, operational excellence, and the future of hospitality in Africa.

FEATURED ARTICLE February 5, 2024

Millat Group and Pret A Manger in historic partnership

Acclaimed fresh food and coffee chain, Pret A Manger, is coming to South Africa. With a massive global footprint, Pret …
WhatsApp Image 2024-01-28 at 16.37.36
January 29, 2024

Hospitality’s new frontier: Talent and experience outshine size and opulence

Traditional metrics of brand equity, such as the size and opulence of a hotel property or adherence to rigorous design …
DSC_1822
December 1, 2023

A crucial catalyst for economic transformation

Last week’s mini-budget speech underscored South Africa’s dire economic straits, emphasising an immediate imperative: turbocharge our economy. And one way …
NACS_CLE_SA-05_SEP_2023_STILLS-169
October 23, 2023

BRICS Summit must spearhead South Africa’s booming hospitality and investment appeal says leading sectoral player

As South Africa welcomes global leaders for the 2023 BRICS Summit, its celebrated hospitality industry is emerging as one of …
ssimg_435
October 17, 2023

South Africa’s convenience leaders embrace collaboration to navigate industry challenges

“What is keeping us awake at night?”. This was the opening question posed to convenience retail leaders by Mark Wohltmann, …
August 30, 2023

Exploring SA’s tourism sector with Hamza Farooqui

There is no question tourism can be a super sector. It is a future driver for our economic growth. What …
December 31, 2022

Laying a solid foundation for 2023 with Hamza Farooqui

The end of another year means a time for reflection. We take stock of our achievements and acknowledge where we …
johannesburg-the-winston-hotel-photo-1
October 18, 2022

Signature High Tea by Just Teddy for limited time at The Winston Hotel

A drool-worthy collaboration between two bespoke brands, The Winston Hotel and Just Teddy Fine Boulangerie & Pâtisserie, has resulted in …
hyatt halaal
September 23, 2022

Hyatt Hotel leads Halal Tourism in South Africa

Halal tourism is currently one of the fastest-growing sectors of tourism, and the Hyatt Hotel group in South Africa is …
gimba
September 7, 2022

Two hot ‘Dark Kitchen’ food brands spicing up the Jozi food scene

Hot off the grill… two brand-new locally inspired food brands are now available via delivery app, Uber Eats, in the …
FEATURED ARTICLE July 14, 2025

Park Hyatt Johannesburg Unveils Room 32

This is not just about luxury. It’s about legacy – one plate, one memory, one guest at a time. …
Park Hyatt Johannesburg_Arrival Experience
July 1, 2025

Park Hyatt Emerges In South Africa With The Opening Of Park Hyatt Johannesburg

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg, marking the luxury brand’s third destination in …

PRET_ROSEBANK_AND_DISCOVERY_11_JUNE-2025-2
June 19, 2025

Millat Group Launches Strategic Collaboration with Discovery Vitality and Pret A Manger

Millat Group is pleased to announce a new collaboration between Pret A Manger and Discovery Vitality, making it easier and …

Pret Mural 1
May 29, 2025

Second South African Pret A Manger store features creative talent for unique instore mural

A unique feature of the 2nd South African Pret A Manger store will see the shop having a local creative …

FEATURED ARTICLE May 10, 2024

Forging Pan-African partnerships: Embracing the tourism Renaissance at Africa’s Travel Indaba

The African intracontinental tourism market is seeing the beginnings of a renaissance and South Africa is carving out a prominent …
WhatsApp Image 2024-01-28 at 16.37.36
January 29, 2024

Hospitality’s new frontier: Talent and experience outshine size and opulence

Traditional metrics of brand equity, such as the size and opulence of a hotel property or adherence to rigorous design …
DSC_1822
December 1, 2023

A crucial catalyst for economic transformation

Last week’s mini-budget speech underscored South Africa’s dire economic straits, emphasising an immediate imperative: turbocharge our economy. And one way …
NACS_CLE_SA-05_SEP_2023_STILLS-169
October 23, 2023

BRICS Summit must spearhead South Africa’s booming hospitality and investment appeal says leading sectoral player

As South Africa welcomes global leaders for the 2023 BRICS Summit, its celebrated hospitality industry is emerging as one of …