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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Swiss-Belhotel expands in Africa with new hotel in Tanzania
Swiss-Belhotel International has signed a deal with Astra Capital to build a 5-star hotel in Tanzania's Masaki, Dar es Salaam. The hotel, located in the high-end area of Masaki, is set to offer a blend of contemporary design, personalised service, and world-class facilities. The hotel is expected to open in the first quarter of 2027 and will feature 72 well-appointed rooms and suites, two restaurants, a stylish bar, a spa, swimming pool, and conference rooms. The property will also offer select retail spaces for lease, catering to the evolving lifestyle and business needs of guests and the local community. Joel Makanyaga, Owner of Astra Capital, stated: 'We are glad to collaborate with Swiss-Belhotel International, a globally respected brand known for its operational expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Together, we look forward to creating a destination that reflects the vibrant spirit of Dar es Salaam and offers a memorable stay for both local and international guests.' Gavin Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, said: 'We are proud to partner with Astra Capital and Joel Makanyaga on this exceptional project in Tanzania. Swiss-Belboutique Masaki Dar es Salaam represents our commitment to bringing the Swiss-Belhotel International standard of excellence to new and exciting markets. Tanzania's tourism and business sectors continue to show remarkable growth, and this property will be a flagship for our boutique brand in the region, combining international expertise with a deep understanding of local culture and hospitality.' Laurent Voivenel, Senior Vice President - Operations & Development, EMEAI and Senior Vice President - Group Human Resources & Talent Development at Swiss-Belhotel International, added: 'Swiss-Belboutique Masaki Dar es Salaam' will bring a fresh and distinctive approach to upscale boutique hospitality in Tanzania. Its location in Masaki, one of the most sought-after districts in Dar es Salaam, is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. With thoughtfully curated experiences, exceptional dining venues, wellness facilities, and modern business amenities, this hotel is being designed to deliver a seamless blend of comfort, style, and service excellence that today's guests expect from Swiss-Belhotel International.' -TradeArabia News Service
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Teary-eyed Jin expresses love for BTS, says he could give any member his kidney; fans call them ‘a straight up family'
BTS member Jin was recently a part of the Japanese television show Since Those Days, and spoke with host Masaki Aiba about himself and his group. During the chat, Jin at one point got emotional as he talked about what RM, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, Taehyung and Jungkook meant to him. (Also Read | BTS' J-Hope looks surprised and worried as police stop his car after concert in Taipei. Here's what happened) Taking to X (formerly Twitter), fan account @btsmemeories shared a bunch of clips and also translations of Jin and Masaki's conversation. Masaki asked Jin, 'What does teammate mean to Jin?' He replied, "A team is made up of people who can make up for what I lack. That's what I mean, people who give me strength, people who support me." Jin continued, "When a member says they're sick, I really think I value my members so much that I could even give them a kidney if they needed it." Masaki said, "Oh, that's touching." Jin nodded as he closed his eyes and got emotional. Reacting to the post, a fan said, 'Even family members won't tell something like this, bring my babies back together soon.' 'Literally cried... hobi once said his love for the member would not lose to ARMY's now Jin's declaration,' tweeted a person. 'Their love and admiration for each other are so strong and special .. I just love them so much,' read a comment. 'They are straight up a family and nobody can tell me otherwise,' wrote an X user. When Masaki spoke about BTS reuniting next month, Jin revealed being scared and looking forward to it. The eldest BTS member said, 'I'm both looking forward to it and I'm scared. After I was discharged from the army, I wanted to work anyway, so I worked really hard. I've been running around without a break, so I wanted to take a break these days.' "But I'm sure the members who will be discharged from the army want to work. Since we will be working as a group again, I'm looking forward to it, so it is both exciting and a bit scary." As Masaki asked Jin to not overwork and do his best, Jin said, "Mr Aiba will support me, so I will take care of my body and do my best." During their conversation, Masaki also asked Jin about the kind of child he was. Jin replied, 'I was a kid who loved games so much that I knew all the games here. I still like it, so I'm still a child. I've cleared more than half of these.' Masaki responded, "How did two boys who loved games end up becoming artists? Did you want to be an artist since you were a child?" Jin said, "I wanted to be, but I didn't know how to become one. I was recruited in the city when I was 20 years old because I was a handsome guy." Jin, along with J-Hope, will reunite with RM, Suga, Jimin, Taehyung and Jungkook in June as they will get discharged from the military. Both Jin and J-Hope completed their military service last year.
