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Three highly competitive matches await spectators in George, Welkom and Polokwane on Saturday when the second round of the Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 2 commences. In George, either the SWD Eagirls or the visiting Leopards will lose their undefeated status, while in Polokwane, the return of several students from the USSA tournament will …
[Johannesburg] South Africa’s estates, office parks and gated communities have spent months absorbing warnings, webinars and checklists on POPIA compliance. Now ATG Digital, in partnership with Civitas — Privacy-Focused Strategic, Regulatory and Advisory — has brought it all together in one place. It’s called The Practical POPIA eBook for Gated Access Environments. The draft Code …
The Glen played host to another action-packed weekend of the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience, with a fresh group of champions emerging as the race to the National Finals continued. The latest leg of the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience brought another weekend of intense competition to The Glen, where gamers battled it out across EA FC …
The race for the four places in the Carling Currie Cup First Division semi-finals is set for a thrilling conclusion on Saturday, with five of the six teams still in contention for the four available playoff places and crucial log points at stake across the Eastern Cape, Southern Cape and Gauteng. The competition has been …
Statement by Jan de Villiers MP – DA National Spokesperson: The announcement by Minister of Agriculture, Willie Aucamp, that government will end complete state control over vaccine imports and distribution, will open the door for private entities and farmers to procure and vaccinate their cattle – this is a gamechanger in the fight against Foot …
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will enter uncharted territory on Saturday when he sends out a Springbok team for a record-breaking 55th time as head coach – the most of any coach since South Africa’s first Test match in 1891. Erasmus has reached the total in two spells (2018 and 2019 and 2024 to the present …
Tanzania’s central bank has accumulated about 28 metric tonnes of gold over the past 18 months as part of a […]
The 3rd Annual Edition will focus on market access, investor engagement, global buyer linkages and practical trade opportunities for businesses seeking regional and international growth. Pretoria – The Embassies Business Fair & Conference will return for its 3rd Annual Edition from 8 to 9 September 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, with …
The start of the DRHEAM CUP/GRAND PRIX DE FRANCE DE COURSE AU LARGE, originally scheduled for Sunday 12 July at 11.00, will now take place on Saturday 11 at the same time due to the worsening weather conditions overnight from Sunday to Monday. Due to this, the DRHEAM-TROPHY, the prologue of the race, will be …
Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the significant progress made by the Department of Home Affairs, under Minister Leon Schreiber, to reduce the backlog of appeals lodged by unsuccessful applicants for refugee status, cutting the backlog by more than 19,000 in just one year. This …
The strong rugby bond between South Africa and Georgia was further strengthened on Thursday when the Junior Springbok assistant coaches hosted a highly successful coaching seminar at the team’s hotel in Tbilisi. The seminar, aligned with World Rugby’s legacy initiatives, focused on the fundamentals of forward and set-piece play. The proceedings were opened by SA …
During the first half of the year, the Group strengthened its presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific through a combination of signings, openings, market entries, and brand extensions. Activity continues to be driven by a diversified portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, upscale, resort, conversion, and mixed-use opportunities.
Diversified Growth Across EMEA
Across Europe, Radisson Hotel Group recorded several notable milestones, including the signing of Radisson Collection Hotel, Frankfurt and Radisson RED Vienna Danube Riverside, alongside new openings across Austria, Germany, and Poland. The Group broadened its resort footprint with new openings in Tenerife and Phuket, while Radisson Individuals expanded in Greece and Spain. Lifestyle and luxury brands also extended their reach, with Radisson RED debuting in New Zealand, the Philippines, and Türkiye, while Radisson Collection strengthened its presence in key gateway destinations, such as Lake Como. The Group is expanding its Verified Net Zero program, with the coming months seeing an additional 10 hotels joining the initiative across Norway, Denmark, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the first VNZ hotel in South Africa, while Les Loges, the gastronomic restaurant at Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel, was awarded its first Michelin star just 10 months after reopening.
Across the Middle East and Africa, notable openings, including Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights, Radisson Collection Residences, Riyadh, and Radisson Blu Hotel, Almaty Airport, reinforced the Group's presence in strategic markets. Africa surpassed a significant milestone during the period, with more than 100 hotels now in operation and under development across the continent.
In EMEA and SEAP, Radisson has been the most-signed hotel brand within its segment since 2019, demonstrating the continued relevance of the brand, and the group, to owners and guests.
"We create value for our guests and owners through our brands and people. We believe in the long-term nature of our business and are committed to deliver above market returns to all our stakeholders,” says Elie Younes, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group.
New Market Entries and Brand Expansion Strengthen Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific remains one of Radisson Hotel Group's most important regions, supported by favourable demographics, increasing travel demand, and rising investor confidence in branded hospitality.
China continues to play an important role in the Group's long-term development strategy, with more than 260 hotels in operation across Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Park Inn by Radisson, and Radisson RED, and a substantial development pipeline across its midscale and lifestyle portfolio. Activity remains robust across major urban centers, including Wuhan, Beijing, and Chongqing, as well as emerging Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 cities, supported by the world's largest domestic travel market and continued demand for branded hospitality.
Across Southeast Asia Pacific, LIME Resort Bohol, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier, marked the debut of the brand in in the region, In Australasia, Radisson RED Auckland became both the Group's first hotel in New Zealand and the first Radisson RED in the region.
India Remains a Growth Market
“India is one of the most promising hotel development markets in the world today,” says Younes. “Demand continues to outpace supply, infrastructure is improving rapidly, and owner confidence remains high. Combined with our legacy in the country, the awareness of our brands and our exceptional colleagues on the ground, these fundamentals create significant opportunities for long-term, meaningful growth.”
During the first half of 2026, the Group signed and opened 22 hotels in India, bringing its development pipeline in the country to nearly 100 hotels. Radisson Hotel Group currently operates 142 hotels with more than 15,500 keys across 86 cities in India, reinforcing its position as one of the country's leading international hotel operators. The Group recently unveiled its India Vision 2030 plan, which aims to grow its portfolio to 500 hotels over the next five years.
Watch the full Radisson Hotel Group Half-Year 2026 Development Update video here (https://apo-opa.co/4wBUAOs) and download the accompanying fact sheet with key development statistics here (https://apo-opa.co/4h3PKVw).
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About Radisson Hotel Group:
Radisson Hotel Group is a rapidly expanding international hotel group, operating in EMEA and APAC with more than 1,620 hotels in operation and under development in +100 countries. The Group's overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos.
The Radisson brand portfolio includes Radisson Collection, art'otel, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Prize by Radisson — brought together under one commercial umbrella brand, Radisson Hotels.
Radisson Rewards (https://apo-opa.co/4pdtAlG) is Radisson Hotel Group's loyalty program, which delivers an elevated experience that makes Every Moment Matter, counting more than 29 million members. As the most streamlined program in the sector, members enjoy exceptional advantages and can access their benefits from day one across a wide range of hotels in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
Radisson Meetings (https://apo-opa.co/4yeMw7O) provides tailored solutions for any event or meeting, including hybrid solutions, placing guests and their needs at the heart of its offer. Radisson Meetings is built around three strong service commitments: Personal, Professional, and Memorable, while delivering on the brilliant basics and being uniquely Carbon Compensated.
At Radisson Hotel Group, we care for people, communities, and planet (https://apo-opa.co/4aNpUkV)and aim to be Net Zero by 2050 based on the approved Science Based Targets. With unique solutions such as carbon-compensated Radisson Meetings, we make sustainable hotel stays easy. To facilitate sustainable travel choices, all our hotels are becoming verified on Hotel Sustainability Basics.
The health and safety of guests and team members remain a top priority for Radisson Hotel Group. All properties across the Group's portfolio are subject to health and safety requirements, ensuring we always care for our guests and team members.
For more information, visit our corporate website: www.RadissonHotels.com
Head coach Steve Tandy has today announced the Wales team to play Argentina at the Estadio San Juan del Bicentenario in round two of the Nations Championship on Saturday 11 July, KO 20.10h BST (16.10h local). There are three changes to the starting XV from round one. James Botham is named at blindside flanker with …
Statement by Cllr Eldrige Ruiters – DA Dr Beyers Naude Mayoral Candidate: The Democratic Alliance (DA) Caucus in Dr Beyers Naude Municipality has secured an important victory for transparency and public participation after successfully opposing the adoption of the 2024/25 Annual and Oversight Report at the Council meeting held on 30 June. The DA objected …
Statement by Ryan Smith MP – DA Spokesperson on International Relations and Cooperation: The South African High Commission to the United Kingdom(UK) closed without notice this week as its building, South Africa House in London’s Trafalgar Square, has so badly deteriorated under the weight of decades of neglect by the Department of International Relations and …
Statement by Kingsol Chabalala MPL – DA Emfuleni Mayoral Candidate: The Democratic Alliance (DA) condemns the Gauteng Department of Transport and Logistics alongside Emfuleni Local Municipality for spending over R400 million on a bridge in Emfuleni that leads to nowhere, especially as it finds itself in the midst of a full-blown service delivery crisis. The …
Statement by Khathutshelo Rasilingwane MPL – DA Ekurhuleni Mayoral Candidate: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the arrest of dodgy former Ekurhuleni City Manager Imogen Mashazi, and suspended City of Ekurhuleni Head of Legal, Kemi Behari. Just yesterday we supplemented our criminal case against Mashazi with further whistleblower information. These arrests are a result of sustained …
The starting field is now complete. All 12 nations have confirmed their participation in the 2026 Team Racing World Championship for keelboats, to be held in Stockholm on 12–16 August. This confirms that the Swedish capital will become the meeting place for the world’s leading team racing sailors when the championship is staged in Europe …
10 July 2026 – The South African Football Association (SAFA) has dismissed claims that mentor Hugo Broos has left his role as the head coach of the South African senior men’s national team. Broos remains as the head coach of Bafana Bafana and reports claiming the contrary are completely false. It is not the first
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Cape Town: Businesses around the world are investing heavily in artificial intelligence with the expectation that employees will become more productive. While AI can save time by drafting emails, summarising meetings, analysing information and generating reports, there is one productivity problem it cannot solve. AI cannot fix the way work is organised. Many organisations assume that …
ActionSA in Ekurhuleni today led a community march to the Etwatwa Police Station, where Ekurhuleni Mayoral Candidate, Cllr Xolani Khumalo, formally handed over a memorandum of demands calling for the immediate removal of the Etwatwa Station Commander
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We have three spheres of government, which is responsible for providing primary healthcare services? Health services are delivered by national, provincial, and local governments, which work together to ensure access to healthcare. (Photo: Shutterstock) News & Features 7th July 2026 | Christina Pitt A court battle over blocked access to Johannesburg clinics has exposed how …
Municipality says it still needs to verify which companies need to be paid
Please find attached soundbite by Ryan Smith MP. The South African High Commission to the United Kingdom(UK) closed without notice this week as its building, South Africa House in London’s Trafalgar Square, has so badly deteriorated under the weight of decades of neglect by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). South Africa House’s …