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FEATURED ARTICLE 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 …
June 23, 2022

Hyatt Announces Plans To Bring Its Luxury Park Hyatt Brand To Johannesburg

After an extensive refurbishment, the iconic Winston Hotel is expected to reopen as Park Hyatt Johannesburg in 2023 Hyatt Hotels …

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May 11, 2022

Millat Investments adds another hotel to fast growing portfolio, collaborates with top design house Yabu Pushelberg

Millat Investments has acquired control of the landmark Winston Hotel in Rosebank in Johannesburg, South Africa, adding another key property …
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March 28, 2022

Hyatt South Africa launches Iftaar and Suhoor offerings for Ramadan

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Hyatt South Africa are getting into the spirit of this auspicious month, launching …

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February 16, 2022

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank celebrates official opening

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank celebrates its opening today, marking the expansion of the Hyatt House brand’s global footprint in markets …
FEATURED ARTICLE February 13, 2025

Pret A Manger Brings a Proud Mzansi Twist to its Menu

Pret A Manger is known for its globally recognised menu of freshly made sandwiches, wraps, and salads, and its South …

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January 29, 2025

Pret A Manger’s Arrival in South Africa Heralds a New Chapter for Freshly Prepared, Quality Food

Johannesburg is set to welcome a globally beloved brand as Pret A Manger prepares to open its first shops in …

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October 1, 2024

Park Hyatt Johannesburg Announces Leadership Team as it Ramps Up to Opening

The 31-key luxury property will be led by experienced hospitality General Manager, Mitch Gemmell …
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August 27, 2024

Park Hyatt Johannesburg Ramps Up To Grand Opening

Steering a new era of luxury hospitality in South Africa, the 31-key property is set to welcome guests in Q4 …
FEATURED ARTICLE July 1, 2026

Hotels Must Prove Cash Generation, Not Just Brand Appeal, To Attract Private Equity

Private equity investors are becoming less interested in hotel promises and more focused on hotel performance. A recognised brand, attractive …

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March 31, 2026

Tourism is a serious South African investment class, not just a sector.

As South Africa prepares to host the 2026 Investment Conference, the national conversation will once again centre on the sectors …

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December 5, 2025

South Africa Is Out Of The Grey List. Now Prove You Deserve The Money

South Africa is off the grey list of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The window is open. The question …
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October 22, 2025

Stop pitching Africa. Start proving it

Institutional capital keeps circling Africa but seldom lands. The hesitation is not about opportunity. It is about trust. …