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Luxury giant Kering reviews its ostrich leather and crocodile skin supply chains

In the firing line of environmental and animal rights campaigners, Kering has been reassessing its supply arrangements for mohair wool, crocodile skins and ostrich leather in South Africa. [...]

Published on 13/05/2021 at 06:00 GMT

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Africa, France, Qatar
Qatari shareholders nudge Accor into 5-star trajectory

In opening new luxury hotels in Morocco and Ivory Coast, Accor is clearly targeting the wealthiest segment of the African market. The hotel chain will be hoping that this strategy, which has coincided with the arrival of Qatari and Saudi shareholders, will help to replenish the coffers as Covid-19 travel restrictions continue to hamper its business.

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Cape Verde
Boa Vista luxury tourist developments continue despite pandemic

The Cape Verde government in April authorised the construction of two new luxury hotels, despite the fact that tourism in the country has come to an almost complete standstill due to the pandemic.

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French luxury industry takes a shine to ethical jewellery

During the annual OECD forum on responsible mineral supply chains, held online from 17 to 18 April, several French luxury industry players spoke of their financial aid to NGOs working to promote ethical jewellery.

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Botswana
Cattle king and defender of Khama's rhinos, Bathusi Letlhare kicks off mining buiness

Bathusi Letlhare, the local cattle magnate and chairman of the country's largest rhinoceros reserve founded and financed by the former president Ian Khama's family, has embarked on a family venture into mining.

Subscribers only Mining 15.01.2021

East Africa, Mauritius, Southern Africa
Luxury safari industry expands its base camp in Mauritius

As the countries of southern and eastern Africa look to resurrect their ailing tourist industries, a leading player in high-end safaris in Africa, Wilderness Safaris, is increasingly using Mauritius as a launchpad for its business ventures.

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The daughter of Princess Caroline of Monaco is suing two magazines, which she accuses of damaging her image, in particular through the publication of unauthorised photos. She is currently under contract with different luxury brands, such as Chanel.

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Qatari shareholders nudge Accor into 5-star trajectory

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