Hilton Durban closure conversation continues

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Global hotel group Hilton has severed its relationship with the owners of the prominent Hilton Durban hotel, which is located next to the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) in the city. Ash Muller, Property Media Professional who broke the story takes us through the key developments.

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10 Feb 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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