NHBRC reform urgently needed to protect SA housing sector
Industry calls for urgent NHBRC reform as dysfunction drives up housing costs, delays projects and weakens consumer protection across South Africa
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Waterfall City crowned Africa’s best Masterplan again
Waterfall City is named Best Masterplan Africa 2025–2026, reinforcing its status as a world-class mixed-use smart city and urban benchmark
Cape Town’s Property Golden Age: Why the Boom is real
Cape Town’s property boom is structurally driven by governance, infrastructure and global demand, with CBD growth and rising rentals signalling 12–24 months more momentum
Repo Rate on Hold: Industry reacts to SARB’s cautious call
SARB holds the repo rate at 6.75%. Industry expects cuts later in 2026 as inflation eases, boosting affordability, property demand and confidence
Fixing local government starts by admitting the system is broken
Fixing local government in South Africa starts by admitting the system is broken and prioritising execution, capability and fewer, stronger municipalities
Why South Africa is the world’s best-value luxury market
South Africa offers the world’s best-value luxury property, with coastal homes up to 50% cheaper than Europe, strong yields, and rising foreign demand
2026 Property Outlook Viewpoints: Where SA’s market Is headed
South Africa’s 2026 property outlook shows a two-speed recovery, with interest rate cuts, Western Cape strength and smart buyers prioritising value and growth
South Africa’s two-speed economy: What it means for the Residential Property Market
South Africa’s two-speed economy is reshaping residential property, with the Western Cape outperforming as governance, skills and migration drive demand in 2026
2026 Property Outlook: Where resilience will beat speculation
South Africa’s 2026 property outlook favours resilient, income-secure assets as rental shortages, tenant quality and municipal performance shape returns
SA REITs soar 46% year to date, outpacing every major global market
SA REITs surge 46.2% YTD, more than double Australia and four times the US. GPR data confirms a structural re-rating, not a short-term rebound. Experts say strong fundamentals, disciplined balance sheets and macro tailwinds now drive performance.
Global buyers power SA Property as tourism and wealth migration surge
Rate Cut Shift: What SA buyers, owners and investors must do now
South Africa’s latest 25bps rate cut boosts affordability and confidence. See what buyers, homeowners and investors must do now to prepare for a more active 2026 market
