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How offshoring is driving growth in South Africa's property sector
The property sector is benefitting from the SA's offshoring boom in increased investment in commercial property/rental yield stability.
How local political uncertainty and global trade pressures are shaping South Africa's commercial real estate landscape
Explore how South Africa's commercial real estate sector is responding to political uncertainty and global trade pressures, with insights from industry experts on navigating these challenges.
South African farm property values remain steady: no declines over the past five years
Farm properties are considered long-term assets with relatively stable values, unlike the more volatile nature of commodities.
South African investment property achieves highest annual total return since 2015
In the twelve months ended 31 December 2024, the local investment property produced a total return of 11. 5%, which comprised an income return of 8. 4% and a positive capital growth of 3. 0%.
Joan Solms joins Spear REIT board to drive Western Cape property growth
Joan Solms recently served as executive vice president of Standard Bank’s corporate and investment banking division, where she led the Western Cape real estate finance division until November last year.
The importance of land reform in upholding human rights in South Africa
The right to land extends beyond ownership as it includes the ability to productively utilise land to improve the livelihoods of people.
Financing issues in the 2025 National Budget raise concerns, says real estate expert
Explore the implications of the 2025 National Budget's VAT increase on South Africa's economy and property market.