South Africa

Marriott has opened its first Series by Marriott hotel in South Korea, with three more properties planned in Seoul, Incheon and Busan

A large burst water main is affecting supplies across parts of south London, with Thames Water carrying out a complex repair

Hyatt has opened Hyatt Regency Jiaxing Nanhu, a 201-room lakeside hotel marking the Hyatt Regency brand’s debut in Jiaxing, China

Visiting London this weekend? The Millwall vs West Ham derby could mean busier trains, crowds and extra police activity around The Den and South Bermondsey

Charleroi Airport warns that further Skeyes strike action could disrupt flights, urging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport

Travelers to South America's largest country are urged to use official ride-hailing apps and verify drivers after reports of robberies, assaults and express kidnappings

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Peru on August 20, with the epicenter near Aniso. Authorities reported no immediate major damage or casualties

Geoje, South Korea, is facing severe flooding and landslide risks after heavy rainfall, with authorities issuing repeated evacuation warnings, restricting traffic and suspending public transportation

Three New Caledonia resorts have joined Series by Marriott, bringing Marriott Bonvoy benefits and global hospitality standards to the South Pacific

A disposable BBQ is believed to have sparked a grass fire in Mitcham, prompting eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters to respond

South African airline Airlink will add Doha to its network from August 31, marking its first long-haul destination under a Qatar Airways codeshare

Emirates and South African Airways have launched a reciprocal codeshare agreement covering nine new domestic and regional routes

Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed an agreement to offer single-ticket travel from August 24, 2026, while planning reciprocal frequent flyer benefits at a later date

Thailand is boosting efforts to attract South African tourists with a new roadshow and Emirates partnership as long-haul travel demand continues to rise

Visitors to South Africa are being urged to avoid protest areas amid warnings of demonstrations and travel delays at the end of the month