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Growthpoint launches R135m Phase 2 of its 7 Chain Avenue logistics redevelopment in Cape Town
Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) has commenced the next phase of redevelopment at 7 Chain Avenue in Montague Gardens, building on the strong performance of the site’s recently completed Phase 1 and reinforcing its long-term commitment to one of Cape Town’s most sought-after industrial nodes. 17 Apr 2026 Read more
Shift happens!
South Africa’s residential property market is navigating a paradox. After posting the first real-term house price growth since 2021, the sector now faces fresh headwinds: geopolitical conflict, rising energy costs and increasingly selective buyers. Within this cautious environment, new asset classes are emerging as clear growth stories, from multifamily rentals to purpose-built student housing. 17 Apr 2026 Read more
SAMRRA celebrates Octodec’s inclusion in FTSE/JSE
Index recognition of a second major REIT significantly invested in multifamily rentals signals growing institutional investment appeal of the sector 16 Apr 2026 Read more
James Day, chief executive officer at Emira Property Fund
Emira Property Fund (JSE: EMI) has opened a voluntary offer to shareholders of fellow listed REIT Octodec Investments Limited with the aim of increasing its shareholding in Octodec to 34.9%. This follows Emira’s successful acquisition of 20.17% of Octodec’s ordinary shares through a series of off-market transactions. 15 Apr 2026 Read more
Garden Walk opens in Hartenbos, bringing a new retail destination to the heart of the Garden Route
A new retail destination has opened in Hartenbos with the launch of Garden Walk, a 20,000sqm coastal-inspired retail and lifestyle centre designed to serve the growing Mossel Bay region and the broader Garden Route. 2 Apr 2026 Read more
Dipula Properties joins key FTSE/JSE property indices from next week
Dipula Properties (JSE: DIB) will be included in the FTSE/JSE All Property Index (ALPI) and the SA REIT Index, effective from Monday, 23 March 2026, following the latest index review by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. 23 Mar 2026 Read more
19 March marks the start of something big as Jumbo Mall opens in Emalahleni
With just a few weeks to go until opening day, Jumbo Mall is preparing to welcome its first shoppers on Thursday, 19 March 2026. Positioned at the corner of the R544 and Main Street in Emalahleni, the 37,000m² regional retail centre will elevate everyday shopping through a thoughtfully designed, high-quality retail environment. 6 Mar 2026 Read more
Entries now open for the Reside Awards 2026
Celebrating an expanded vision of excellence in South African residential property. 5 Mar 2026 Read more
Growthpoint advances retail portfolio strategy with R75m redevelopment of Walmer Park Shopping Centre
Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) is advancing its strategy of reinvesting in high-performing South African retail assets with a R75m redevelopment of the Edgars premises at Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Gqeberha. 4 Mar 2026 Read more
Festive focus pays off as NAD malls close 2025 on a high
New Africa Developments (NAD) finished 2025 with strong festive season trading across its national portfolio of township and secondary-city malls, reflecting the continued strength of well-positioned, value-led retail environments. 3 Mar 2026 Read more
Growthpoint breaks ground on Tecoma Park, Cornubia, advancing its local logistics strategy
Signalling continued confidence in KZN property fundamentals, Growthpoint expands its South African logistics footprint with flagship development 11 Feb 2026 Read more
Multifamily rental housing is now one of SA’s most resilient and investable property sectors
Multifamily residential rental property continues to demonstrate its strength as one of South Africa’s most resilient and compelling real estate investment opportunities, underpinned by stable demand, improving economic fundamentals and growing institutional participation. 29 Jan 2026 Read more
Rode appoints Jess Moyer as COO amid strategic growth
Rode Publications & Media, the leading source of independent data, insight and intelligence about South Africa’s property industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jess Moyer as chief operating officer. 23 Jan 2026 Read more
New Africa Development’s retail vision sets the pace for inclusive growth
Globally, retail has been reshaped by shifting consumer expectations, technology, sustainability, new business models and emerging market dynamics. 12 Dec 2025 Read more
Young talent from university campuses across SA rise to the challenge at the Greenovate Awards
The 2025 Greenovate Awards marked a decade of student-driven sustainability innovation for the built environment. Created in 2015 by Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) in partnership with the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA), the awards continue to recognise the ingenuity of South African university students as they tackle real-world challenges in property and engineering. 9 Dec 2025 Read more
Pareto and Divercity break ground on major Menlyn residential development
R850m project to deliver 1,200 new apartments in fast-expanding mixed-use node. 8 Dec 2025 Read more
Central Park: A new standard in affordable urban living
Central Park is a 648-unit development that redefines affordable urban housing in the heart of Kempton Park’s CBD. Developed by One Property Holdings and project managed by its in-house project management arm, Vertias Project Management, the scheme combines accessible living with integrated retail in a revitalised mini-precinct connected directly to the established Kempton Square shopping centre. 3 Dec 2025 Read more
Distributable earnings rise as Dipula reopens its growth pipeline
Dipula Properties has delivered a robust set of results for the year ended 31 August 2025, showcasing sustained strategic progress and operational strength. The company’s second-half performance outpaced the first half, driving a full-year increase of 5% in distributable earnings. This translated to full-year distributable earnings per share of 57.26 cents for the year. 14 Nov 2025 Read more
Nedbank to decarbonise 26 branches using Growthpoint’s renewable energy certificates
Nedbank Group Limited has become one of the first businesses in South Africa to offset its carbon emissions by taking up Growthpoint Properties Limited’s (JSE: GRT) renewable energy certificates (RECs) in a groundbreaking initiative enabling tenants to offset electricity emissions in leased buildings. 10 Nov 2025 Read more
Noka Park sets new standard for Grade A logistics and industrial space
New R700m speculative development responds to rising demand for sustainable, tech-enabled warehouses. 31 Oct 2025 Read more

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