President Ramaphosa unveils Radisson Hotel
President Ramaphosa unveils South Africa’s first upscale, Radisson hotel as part of the city of Ekurhuleni’s Aerotropolis development
President Cyril Ramaphosa today officially unveiled the R950 million Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo located in the City of Ekurhuleni, a significant boost to South Africa’s tourism economy.
The hotel, which is scheduled to open its doors to the public will debut Radisson Hotel Group’s fourth brand, the upscale Radisson, in South Africa and is one of the key projects and catalysts towards the realisation of the City of Ekurhuleni’s 30-year Aerotropolis masterplan, seeking to transform the city into a global logistical hub – using the OR Tambo International Airport as the springboard. Of the total capital investment, R545 million was spent on the development of the 248-room hotel boasting state-of-the-art facilities, suited for the discerning leisure, meetings, incentives, conference and exhibition (“MICE”) as well as business guests.
Mzwandile Masina, the Executive Mayor of Ekurhuleni said: “The Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, O.R Tambo is ideally located in Bredell, an area that is primed for urban renewal and just a 10-minute drive from Africa’s biggest and busiest OR Tambo International Airport. As a city, we are very excited that a global brand such as Radisson has chosen to be located in Ekurhuleni. This is testament to our growth potential as a region and drive to attract local and foreign investment, even during these difficult times, resulting from the COVID-19 global pandemic.”
Conceptualised and developed by Akani Properties, a 100% black-owned property investment and management company with more than R3 billion total assets under management, the hotel and convention centre are owned 20% and 80% by both Akani Properties and the Municipal Employees Pension Fund respectively and managed by Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel groups.
Zamani Letjane, Managing Director of Akani Properties said, “This investment in the City of Ekurhuleni is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the future of the city as the next frontier of investment and development. As investors, we invest for the long term and greater good of society while generating sustainable returns for our clients.”
The development created approximately 1500 jobs during construction and more than 500 full time operational jobs will be created at its peak operational performance, most of which will be sourced from the surrounding communities.
In honour of the longest serving president of the African National Congress, Oliver Reginald Tambo and the proximity to the OR Tambo International Airport, the hotel has been named Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, OR Tambo with an official plaque unveiling by President Ramaphosa.
Rob van der Velden, the General Manager of Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, OR Tambo said, “It is an absolute honour to have President Ramaphosa officially unveil the hotel, providing us with the countries blessing to officially open our doors to the public. We are delighted to be working closely with the city and to be part of the exciting development of the Kempton area aligned with its “aerotropolis” vision. My team and I look forward to welcoming our first guests, contributing to the restart of the countries travel industry.”
As the ideal bleisure base, providing a work life balance, in addition to the extensive meetings and events facilities and stylish, modern rooms, the hotel also has a widespread leisure offering from a 1000m2 Amani Spa and Wellness Centre to four restaurants and bars, including the 1400m2 premium Level Seven Restaurant and Sky Bar licensed and operated by the fine-dining Signature Restaurant Group under the leadership of the renowned restaurateur Desmond Mabuza.
For the fast-growing long-stay demand, 33 rooms will soon be launched as Radisson Apartments within the same precinct.
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Frances Litten, Marketing Manager, Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo
ABOUT RADISSON
Radisson is an upscale hotel brand that offers Scandinavian inspired hospitality, which enables guests to focus on a work/life balance and find more harmony in their travel experience. With natural surroundings and unexpected delights, Radisson inspires the art of being in the moment. Committed to building meaningful relationships with guests, we have a Yes I Can! service attitude to ensure satisfaction of every guest. Radisson hotels can be found in suburban and city settings, near airports and leisure destinations. Guests and professional business partners can enhance their experience with Radisson by participating in Radisson Rewards, a global loyalty program offering exceptional benefits and rewards.
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Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world’s largest hotel groups with nine distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,400 hotels in operation and under development around the world. Radisson Hotel Group portfolio includes Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and prizeotel.
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