The office sector is evolving, not disappearing. As hybrid work reshapes demand, businesses are becoming more selective—choosing spaces that add real value through collaboration, culture

South Africa’s residential property market gained momentum in 2025, supported by interest rate cuts, subdued inflation and the country’s exit from the grey list. Rhys

South Africa’s commercial property sector closed 2025 on a strong footing, with improving vacancies, rental growth and resilient REIT performance across key asset classes. According

South Africa’s housing market is entering 2026 with renewed momentum as interest rate cuts, easing inflation, strengthened bank lending, and the country’s removal from the

South Africa’s removal from the FATF grey list has renewed global confidence, setting the stage for commercial property growth. John Jack, CEO of Galetti Corporate

South Africa’s latest rate cut brings festive relief for homeowners, with the cumulative 150bps reduction since November 2024 lowering monthly bond repayments ahead of year-end.

South Africa’s 25bps rate cut has been welcomed as early festive relief for consumers and the housing market, says Seeff chair Samuel Seeff. The repo

South Africa’s latest 25bps rate cut, which lowers the repo rate to 6.75% and prime to 10.25%, delivers welcome relief for consumers and renewed momentum

South Africa’s latest 25bps repo rate cut, combined with the upbeat Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, is set to lift confidence and stimulate residential property

Tyson Properties CEO Chris Tyson has welcomed the Reserve Bank’s latest 25-basis-point rate cut, saying the cumulative 150-point reduction since late 2024 is steadily improving

South Africa’s final interest rate cut of 2025 has been welcomed by High Street Auction Co director, Greg Dart, who says the 25-basis-point reduction caps

Confidence is slowly returning to South Africa’s economy as inflation eases, borrowing costs decline and the country exits the FATF grey list. These shifts are

South Africa’s rental market is showing strong growth but rising tenant risk, according to the latest TPN Residential Rental Monitor. Despite record rental escalations above

Wits Plus, the University of the Witwatersrand’s continuing education hub, offers professionals and organisations hundreds of short courses to stay ahead in a fast-changing world.

ooba Home Loans’ Q3 2025 oobarometer signals renewed confidence in South Africa’s property market, with total home loan applications up 10% year-on-year. CEO Rhys Dyer

In the first five months of 2025, international buyers spent over R1 billion on Cape Town property, including record sales of R66 million in Clifton

After a decade of uncertainty, South Africa’s property sector is showing signs of renewed stability. Lower inflation targeting, the country’s anticipated exit from the FATF

Following June’s 0.25% rate cut, many South Africans may feel tempted to upgrade their homes — but Paul Stevens, CEO of Just Property, cautions that

Despite a modest decline in property-related crimes, housebreaking remains South Africa’s most common non-contact crime, with 1.5 million incidents reported in 2024/2025. PSG Insure’s Ryno

South Africa’s housing market recovery is gaining pace despite the September 2025 pause in interest rate cuts. National house price inflation rose to +4.2% in

Two major developments signal renewed confidence in South Africa’s commercial real estate sector. The City of Cape Town is considering selling its majority stake in

Energy is no longer a background cost in commercial real estate but a driver of competitiveness. Rising tariffs and investor expectations demand layered strategies: start

An estimated 2.4 million South Africans now earn a living through self-employment, with freelancers and gig workers becoming an influential force in the housing market.

PropTech is reshaping South Africa’s real estate market, with innovations like AI analytics, shared ownership models, and digitised bridging finance driving efficiency and inclusivity. TransBridj,

South Africa’s water crisis is intensifying, driven by climate change, ageing infrastructure, and institutional fragility. Innovative models are needed to close supply gaps, enhance resilience,

South Africa faces a student accommodation shortfall of up to 500,000 beds, driving protests at major universities. Property entrepreneurs see opportunity, but must balance high

In Cape Town’s competitive property market, auctions are emerging as a powerful tool to unlock true market value, especially as stock levels drop by 30–40%.

Despite the convenience of digital signatures, South African property transactions still require “wet ink” signatures to be legally valid. Tiaan Pretorius of Seeff Centurion explains

Rhys Dyer, CEO of ooba Group, believes property ownership remains accessible to youth, who see it as a route to generational wealth, though they’re entering

The Western Cape remains South Africa’s most desirable property market, but soaring prices—especially in Cape Town—challenge first-time buyers. Despite this, entry-level activity persists as buyers

Rising insurance premiums for South Africa’s built environment are creating systemic economic inefficiencies, impacting landlords, tenants, and taxpayers. Offshore reinsurers’ risk models inflate costs, while

Seeff Property Group welcomes the 25bps rate cut but calls it insufficient. With inflation low and growth lagging, chairman Samuel Seeff urges deeper cuts to

Subdued economic growth, low inflation, and declining consumer confidence prompted a 25bps interest rate cut at May’s MPC meeting, lowering the repo rate to 7.25%.

The 25-basis point rate reduction signals another milestone for the residential property sector, decreasing the repo and prime lending rates to 7.25% and 10.75%, respectively,

South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee urged to cut interest rates by at least 50 basis points, citing a surge in unemployment to 32.9%

The global trend of ‘rentvesting’ is quickly gaining ground in South Africa. This unique investment strategy sees homebuyers – particularly young homebuyers – buying properties

The latest Olympic Games showcased cutting-edge technology, with IoT and AI enabling smart crowd management, biometric security, and real-time athlete stats. Smart cameras detected faults

Affordable housing remains an important need and continues to be one of the most pertinent topics of our time. As urbanisation continues and population growth

The news that the CPI inflation rate has dropped to just 2.7% in March, from 3.2% in February, boosted by the falling oil price, is

After more than a decade of sluggish growth, Johannesburg’s residential property market is showing promising signs of recovery, signalling the possible bottom of the cycle.