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A photo of Ericsson's new location in Waterfall City, in Midrand
Ericsson South Africa relocates to Waterfall City
14th February 2022 By: Darren Parker

Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson has relocated its South African operations from Woodmead, in Sandton, to Waterfall City, in Midrand. The company said the motivation for choosing... 


Property industry SONA commentary
11th February 2022

By John Jack, CEO of Galetti Corporate Real Estate The commercial real estate sector is hopeful following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s stated commitment to stimulating the economy via public-private... 


Leading property developer creates 7000 employment opportunities amid SA’s perilous economic climate
27th January 2022

Bloomberg recently reported that South Africa’s unemployment rate, which includes people who have stopped looking for work, rose to 44.4 percent in the second quarter, 2021. It also pointed out... 


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GBCSA appoints new chairperson
26th January 2022 By: Darren Parker

The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) board has appointed property investment firm Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) asset management executive Brian Unsted as its new chairperson. Unsted has 28... 


Balwin signs deal to acquire properties needed for long-planned-for Joburg South eco estate
29th November 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Property development company Balwin Properties has entered into an agreement to acquire a number of properties in the south of Johannesburg from Tentacle Properties for up to R330-million. Balwin... 


Major industry recognition testament to Zutari’s successful approach to co-create impact
24th November 2021

As an engineering consultant and a trusted advisor, Zutari co-creates an engineered impact that enables environments, communities and economies to thrive. Recently, the company racked up an... 


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South African Investment Conference moved to March
8th November 2021 By: Schalk Burger

President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his weekly letter, said the fourth South African Investment Conference, which would have been held this month has been moved to March next year owing to several... 


More than 30 developments in the pipeline in Cape Town CBD
29th October 2021 By: Irma Venter

The economy of the Cape Town central business district (CBD) remained stable in 2020, despite Covid-19, with the official nominal value of all property set at R43.8-billion by the City of Cape... 


Availability of sustainability funding driving changes in legal agreements
25th October 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Demand for sustainability-linked loans is surging and banks are competing to offer this new form of finance in South Africa, which is driving legal firms like Webber Wentzel to innovate in the loan... 


An integrated social housing development by Calgro M3
Calgro M3 ahead of years-long net debt reduction targets
18th October 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Property developer and investor Calgro M3 says it has come a long way since its portfolio streamlining and transformation efforts started in 2016, particularly as the company is also coming out of... 


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More than 30 developments in the pipeline in Cape Town CBD – report
14th October 2021 By: Irma Venter

The economy of the Cape Town central business district (CBD) remained stable in 2020, despite Covid-19, with the official nominal value of all property set at R43.8-billion by the City of Cape... 


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Rubicon to make the move to Richmond Park development
27th August 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Sustainable technology company Rubicon will combine its operations, currently spread across six different locations in Cape Town, into one tailor-made multimillion-rand facility that includes a 7... 


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Akani shopping mall development and refurbishment projects, South Africa
27th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Black-owned property development, management and investment company Akani Properties is upgrading the Glen Village Mall, in Pretoria East, and building a shopping centre in Zeerust. 


Inclusive property development necessary to address South Africa's socioeconomic issues - ASAQS
23rd August 2021 By: Schalk Burger

In the wake of the July incidences of looting and destruction, South Africa needs to rethink the role property development can play in addressing a variety of socioeconomic issues, says Association... 


How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
30th July 2021

In this exploration of eight famous, and not so famous, South African entrepreneurs, economic historian Stefan Schirmer celebrates the dynamism, tenacity and ingenuity of these individuals, while... 


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Retail opportunities abound in peri-urban areas
30th July 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Peri-urban areas have immense opportunities for investment in commercial properties, such as shopping complexes and warehouses for retailers, says 100% black-owned property development, management... 


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Abeco Tanks - Water Storage Tanks
30th July 2021

Year of Formation and Background to Founding: Abeco was founded back in 1983 by the late Mannie Ramos Snr. During this time, few people outside of academia had ever even heard of the term ‘climate... 


How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
30th July 2021

In this exploration of eight famous, and not so famous, South African entrepreneurs, economic historian Stefan Schirmer celebrates the dynamism, tenacity and ingenuity of these individuals, while... 


JDA celebrates 20 years in existence
27th July 2021 By: Schalk Burger

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) celebrates 20 years in existence this year and the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) says the agency will aim to further advance its impact over the next ten... 


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Construction under way at Concor’s Paarl Rock
20th July 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Construction is under way at Paarl Rock, the fifth building in diversified infrastructure and services construction company Concor’s 22 ha Conradie Park development, in Cape Town. Piling for the... 


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Tambo Springs Logistics Gateway, South Africa – update
9th July 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Transnet Freight Rail has approved the technical layout for a private rail terminal and private rail siding at the Tambo Springs Logistics Gateway. 


CIDB conducting survey into construction tenders cancellations
18th June 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Industry body the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) is researching the nature, causes and impact of cancellations of tenders on the South African construction industry and has prepared... 


LEVEL UP There are thousands of buildings where LSF can be used to add a top floor, or two, to create office or residential space
LSF used to extend existing 3-storey building
18th June 2021

Southern African Light Steel Frame Building Association (Sasfa) director John Barnard explains that an existing three-storey building in Woodstock, in Cape Town, has been re-engineered into a... 


Our present-day struggles might differ from the youth of 1976, but they require similar qualities (bravery, resolve, and sacrifice)
3rd June 2021

This year marks the 45th anniversary of the June 16 Soweto Uprising of 1976. A day which is said to have changed the face of South Africa’s history forever. Through the uprising, the brave... 


De Lille outlines public works dept’s priorities
25th May 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has been allocated R25.5-billion over the medium-term. These funds will be spent on seven priority areas, Minister Patricia de Lille said... 


Collaborative vision required to overcome current lack of cohesion – WCPDF
20th May 2021 By: Donna Slater

South Africa’s government and private sector need a clear agreement on their collective to bring an end to the trend of working in silos and “talking past each other”, nonprofit property... 


Calgro stabilises cash flow, doubles units under development
17th May 2021 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed residential property investment company Calgro M3 has restructured the process of handing over units to ensure a consistent number each month, which has stabilised cash flows and reduced... 


Property conference to tackle countrywide impasse between private and public sectors
11th May 2021

The stalemates and standoffs between the public and private sectors have largely been blamed for the stagnation that has set into the property development and construction industries for a number... 


Motheo spearheads transformation in the construction industry
11th May 2021 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Motheo Construction Group, the largest black women-managed and lead construction company in South Africa, is finalising its new management structure as it strengthens its footprint in all nine... 


The building achieved an As-Built 6-Star Green Star-rating, which is the highest GBCSA sustainability accreditation
Managing green-building strategies during construction crucial for ratings
9th April 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Constantly managing, monitoring and aligning construction costs against budget when implementing Green Star sustainable building-rating initiatives helps developers to achieve the objective... 


Hermes Parcelnet distribution centre, UK
Hermes Parcelnet distribution centre, UK
26th February 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Equites Newlands Group's new distribution centre, in England, will serve as the latest superhub for Hermes Parcelnet and will handle 1.3-million parcels a day. 


Raised flooring system with unique water harvesting application
25th February 2021

Sustainability is the key feature of a new outdoor raised flooring installation in Centurion which is laid on recycled truck tyres and will harvest vast volumes of rainwater.   KBAC Flooring’s... 


The  Project nautilUS robot for inspections of petrochemical storage tanks
Robot designed for safe inspection of petrochemical storage tank
19th February 2021

A revolutionary new method of conducting periodic inspections of petrochemical storage tanks has recently been developed. Oil and fuel storage require a robust and reliable infrastructure, with... 


Cova calls for an Incentives Budget
17th February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

As engine of the economy industry needs a boost from Mboweni’s incentives budget The vital manufacturing sector could do with heaps more carrots and far fewer sticks 


ICONIC BUILDING REFURBISHMENT
The project is centred around a 120-year-old heritage building, which needs to be preserved
Heritage building facelift under way
12th February 2021 By: Darren Parker

Construction contractor Icon Group is conducting bulk earthworks and demolitions in the Johannesburg central business district as part of a construction project aimed at developing a new Title... 


29 construction-sector bodies unite under one umbrella
5th February 2021 By: Irma Venter

South Africa’s construction industry has united to form a single umbrella body, Construction Alliance South Africa (CASA), which is made up of 29 professional, contractor, supplier and other bodies... 


Innovation can produce affordable student housing OP ED
4th February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

John Schooling, Director, STAG African South Africa is facing a chronic student housing shortage. While universities across the country search for ways to provide affordable accommodation,... 


Construction bodies unite into single alliance
Construction bodies unite into single alliance
21st January 2021 By: Irma Venter

Twenty-nine of South Africa's professional, contractor, supplier and other bodies within the construction industry have united to form a single umbrella organisation, called the Construction... 


FULL CONTROL
The installation, with remote monitoring and remote access, ensures that the client has full control over the system remotely
Company ready for larger-scale projects
15th January 2021 By: Darren Parker

With the global trend of microgrid hybrid power solutions, solar solutions company Vert Energy was presented with a unique opportunity by property development company O’Nit Developments, whose... 


Akani to develop R350m hotel, conference facility in Middelburg
13th January 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Property development, management and investment company Akani Properties has won a bid to develop a R350-million hotel and conference facility, in Middelburg, in Mpumalanga.  The facility will... 


New investment pledges of R109.6bn  unveiled at hybrid investment conference
New investment pledges of R109.6bn unveiled at hybrid investment conference
27th November 2020 By: Terence Creamer

President Cyril Ramaphosa used the platform of the third South Africa Investment Conference to underline the country’s potential to act a gateway to the African market, as he sought to reignite... 


New investment pledges of R109.6bn unveiled at hybrid investment conference
New investment pledges of R109.6bn unveiled at hybrid investment conference
18th November 2020 By: Terence Creamer

Investment pledges of R109.6-billion were unveiled at the third South African Investment Conference on Wednesday, increasing the total value of commitments made since 2018 to R773.6-billion, or... 


COVID-19 CONUNDRUM 
The Power Group’s construction arm has been hit with challenges no one could have foreseen with Covid-19
Pandemic challenges exacerbated for industry
13th November 2020

While construction sites were able to reopen in early May for civil projects, ongoing delays in terms of both the public sector being slow to change gears and client’s additional regulations around... 


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