ASATA: Breaking the bonds of urgency bias
We live in a world where taking quick action is prized above many other business traits; an ability to move quickly and decisively
Q&A: Continued investment
Q: What’s your view on the current state of the African hotel industry?
A: It continues to be one of the fastest-growing and most vibrant...
ASATA: Stepping in to innovate
In today’s digital world and always-on business climate there’s more pressure to be innovative than ever before. You very likely have been pressured to...
Amadeus Column: Distribution is changing
From driverless cars to virtual reality, the world is facing unprecedented technological change. So, it will not come as a big surprise that we...
Responsible air travel is safe air travel
The global airline industry has been working hard to establish protocols for a safe travel future in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic that...
An Eye on West Africa
The times are changing in the hotel industry in West Africa. Looks like we’re back in a growth phase again, driven by improving economies...
An Eye on West Africa
If all goes according to plan – and there are many, many people working hard to make sure that happens – an amazing new hotel
Q&A: The Regency – New player
A new hotel management company has emerged in South Africa, headed up by Managing Director Siyanda Dlamini. Together with Key Spirit Development, the group...
Time for SONA to map out ‘the how’ for tourism
One-liners and sweeping statements about the importance of tourism to the South African economy are not enough for the 2020 SONA. While the sector...
Q&A: BCD Travel – Regional ambition
It's an interesting time for travel management companies, as clients become more demanding and technology continues to change the way we see travel. So,...
The Maslow finds a new rhythm as guests return
The Maslow Sandton reopened its doors in October after being shuttered for six months during the COVID-19 pandemic. Herman Swart, General Manager, says its...
Flexible staffing is key to getting the hospitality sector back on its feet
The South African hospitality sector was arguably the hardest-hit industry as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns, curfews and other...