Marriott International is set to launch its EDITION brand in Africa following a deal with V&A Waterfront Holdings in Cape Town. The development, which includes a 142-room hotel and six exclusive private residences, is slated for completion in 2026. Designed by Neri & Hu and StudioMAS, the project will be located at the edge of the Granger Bay development.
Hilton has announced the launch of its Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand in Sub-Saharan Africa, with new signings in South Africa, Kenya, and Rwanda. The expansion supports Hilton’s plan to nearly triple its footprint across the continent to more than 160 hotels.
Millat Group has joined the Executive Committee of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), becoming the first South African private equity firm to secure a seat on the Council’s top governing body.
Growthpoint Properties has confirmed that Estienne de Klerk will succeed Norbert Sasse as Group CEO in July 2026, with José Snyders appointed as Group CFO from January 2026, in a planned leadership transition at South Africa’s largest listed property group.
Boschendal has become the first wine estate globally to earn Green Key certification for its accommodation, recognising its environmental stewardship, ethical practices, and community support. Initiatives include renewable energy use, biodiversity conservation, and regenerative agriculture, setting a benchmark for sustainable heritage tourism.
Cape Town fintech TurnStay has raised $1.9m to expand its cross-border payments platform for African travel businesses. Using stablecoin settlement, the service cuts transaction costs by up to 70% and helps operators secure more direct international bookings.
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