Overview
- Four fatalities were recorded between August and November 2025, bringing the total reported deaths since 2023 to six.
- Irwin Mitchell says it represents more than 1,500 holidaymakers alleging serious gastric illness after trips to Cape Verde.
- Many affected travellers stayed at RIU-operated all-inclusive hotels on Sal that were booked through TUI, according to families and their lawyers.
- Relatives report undercooked food, poor sanitation and unsafe water storage, and one woman who slipped on water from a leaking fridge later died after an airlift to Tenerife.
- Mark Ashley’s death has been referred to a coroner and families are seeking compensation from TUI, while RIU says its Cape Verde hotels follow strict international health and hygiene standards.