Where to invest in property in 2026
Industrial in Gauteng, prime office conversions, coastal growth nodes and selective Dubai exposure stand out as smart property plays for 2026 investors
Commercial & REITs
November outshines December in 2025 retail race
November 2025 retail sales rose 4.4% y/y, beating December as full-year growth hit 5.0%, led by Western Cape and disciplined shopping centre demand
Stability fuels smart commercial property plays
Repo stability at 6.75% restores pricing clarity, as investors favour resilient, high-quality commercial assets backed by strong fundamentals in 2026
Auctions unlock investment stock for SA’s missing middle
Property auctions unlock rental and multifamily stock for SA’s missing middle, as investors target affordable housing ahead of High Street’s Feb event
Abland Breaks Ground on Premium Century City Offices
Abland breaks ground on Canal Plaza in Century City, delivering premium green-rated offices as demand rises for high-quality, flexible workspace in Cape Town
SA REITs start 2026 strong as sector momentum builds
SA REITs start 2026 on a positive note as recovery momentum builds, distributions turn positive and attractive yields support investor confidence
Growthpoint invests R270m in strategic Paarl Mall expansion
Growthpoint invests R270m to expand Paarl Mall, boosting retail space, tenant mix and energy resilience as Western Cape growth drives demand
Co-working is reshaping SA Offices: How landlords can win the flex era
Co-working is reshaping South Africa’s office market as hybrid work goes permanent. Landlords who embrace flex space cut vacancies and futureproof assets
Vukile strengthens European push with strategic Pradera stake
Vukile strengthens its European expansion with a 35% stake in Pradera, gaining access to €5bn in retail assets and deep on-the-ground expertise
SA REITs deliver 38.6% in 2025 as momentum Rebuilds
SA REITs delivered 38.6% returns in 2025, extending a strong recovery as dividends rebounded and income-driven returns set the tone for 2026
Five Commercial Property Trends reshaping South Africa in 2026
South Africa’s commercial property market is strengthening in 2026, with rising rentals, falling vacancies and industrial real estate leading investor demand
High Street Auction Co supports South Africa’s “second chance economy”
