Hamza Farooqui is a South African entrepreneur and investor, known for founding Millat Group, a diversified investment company focused on emerging markets.

Since founding Millat Global in 2016, Hamza Farooqui has led strategic investments across hospitality, convenience retail and energy, partnering with brands like Hyatt Hotels and Pret A Manger.

He is a strong advocate for channelling global capital into high-growth regions, particularly South Africa and the wider African continent. His approach blends commercial scale with impact-driven growth, positioning the Millat Group as a gateway for international investors seeking meaningful exposure to emerging markets.  In 2025, Hamza was appointed to the Executive Committee of the World Travel & Tourism Council, reflecting his standing as a global leader in the tourism sector.