BetterBond has appointed economist Dr Roelof Botha as economic advisor, expanding a relationship that already includes his co-authorship of the BetterBond Property Brief. Drawing on more than five decades of experience across government, industry and consulting, Botha will provide macroeconomic analysis, property-focused research and media commentary. BetterBond says his independent, evidence-led approach will help clients and industry partners interpret economic trends affecting residential property and long-term homeownership decisions more effectively.

Brahman Hills has secured the Renewable Efficiency & Green Initiatives Award at the KZN Top Business Awards for a second consecutive year. The property operates 85% off-grid, saves an estimated 477 tonnes of CO₂ annually, recycles water, reduces waste and supports biodiversity through extensive planting and beekeeping. Its 22-hectare Serenity Garden will further strengthen conservation, wellness and eco-tourism, reinforcing sustainability as a core part of guest experience at Brahman Hills.

South Africa’s household debt crisis is deepening, with overdue unsecured balances rising almost three times faster than borrowing. Siva Dhever says the strain is concentrated among salaried consumers, not only the financially marginalised. He argues Savings Month should focus less on generic saving advice and more on helping households clear arrears early, protect credit records and address financial distress before missed payments trigger penalties, collections and longer-term economic damage nationwide.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gathers momentum, New Africa Developments’ community malls are giving shoppers a front-row seat to the action. From Mams Mall to Acornhoek, Dwarsloop and Jumbo Mall, big screens are turning everyday shopping trips into shared football moments. Free, familiar and close to home, these centres continue to serve as places where communities gather, celebrate and belong throughout the tournament as excitement builds across South Africa.

South Africa’s property auction market is evolving beyond traditional sales platforms, driven by data, targeted marketing and stronger industry engagement. Galetti Corporate Real Estate’s move to a new auction venue in Rosebank reflects this shift, creating a more interactive environment for buyers, sellers and investors. With auction activity gaining momentum and transaction volumes growing, success increasingly depends on market intelligence, strategic positioning and relationships that connect the right opportunities with the right buyers.

The Reside Summit 2026 highlighted a growing shift in South Africa’s residential property sector: collaboration is becoming essential. Bringing together developers, financiers, municipalities and investors, the summit explored affordable housing, climate-smart development, construction technology and institutional investment. Speakers stressed that solving the country’s housing backlog will require integrated partnerships, scalable delivery models and faster implementation. The message was clear — residential property can no longer operate in fragmented silos.

Fritz Swanepoel’s appointment as CEO of Leapfrog Property Group signals a strategic shift toward performance-driven growth and operational discipline. With a background in insurance and large-scale sales leadership, he brings a systems-focused approach to a changing residential market. His leadership comes at a pivotal time as agencies evolve into data-driven, client-centric platforms within an increasingly competitive and digitally enabled property landscape.

The Beekman Group has launched Menlyn Mix in Pretoria, expanding into urban hospitality to meet rising business travel demand. Positioned in the Menlyn precinct, the development blends self-catering accommodation with meeting facilities and lifestyle amenities. Targeting the growing “bleisure” market, Menlyn Mix offers business travellers a flexible, integrated environment aligned with Pretoria’s role as a key corporate and conferencing hub.

Newlands is experiencing rapid sales momentum, with homes selling in under two weeks and prices approaching R10 million on average. High-value transactions now dominate, driven by limited stock and sustained demand. A notable shift is the rise in luxury retirement living, with developments like Cannon Brewery addressing a gap for affluent downsizers seeking independent, high-end urban lifestyles in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs.

Broll Property Group has launched a dedicated hospitality advisory platform, reflecting the sector’s evolution into a core real estate asset class. Headed by Wayne Godwin, the move aligns with growing investor demand for integrated, lifecycle-focused expertise. As hospitality assets become more complex and revenue-diversified, Broll’s expansion positions it to support both local and global capital across Africa’s rapidly transforming hospitality landscape.