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A look at a R13 million apartment for sale in South Africa’s tallest building The Leonardo in Sandown, Johannesburg is the tallest building in South Africa – beating its nearest competitor by over 20 metres.

Massive property, electricity and water rate hikes expected to hit major cities in South Africa soon Some major cities have proposed double-digit rate hikes for the 2024/25 fiscal year.

Cape Town could see property market boom thanks to interest rate drop With interest rates set to stabilise and even decline, Cape Town could see a property boom, especially in the commercial sector.

Massive work from home shift inevitable for South Africa Despite the increasing call for employees to return to the office, younger workers are embracing the idea of working remotely.

The Rubik: Cape Town's new building is all about luxury living Set to become a cornerstone of luxury living in Cape Town's CBD, The Rubik building is nearing completion, promising residents and businesses a new urban experience.

Demand for residential, business properties to change Cape Town skyline Property developers are pumping billions of rand into Cape Town CBD and surrounds to meet the growing demand for residential and commercial space as semi-grants, foreigners and investors flock to the Mother City.

Major UK retailer launching in South Africa The Foschini Group has signed a franchise agreement with a huge British sports-fashion retailer – with plans to open over 40 stores within five years.

The South African township where property values have doubled over the last 10 years The biggest township in Africa is experiencing a massive demand for residential properties.

Good news for SA economy as retail sales rise by 2.7 percent Retail sales in South Africa grew by 2.7% year-on-year in December, according to data released by Statistics South Africa.

New R1.4 billion shopping mall for South Africa starts taking shape Developers are working on bringing South Africa’s ‘next Midrand’ to KwaZulu-Natal.

Investment Alchemy series: Why property is on the up again, and why investors should stick it out Investors should look ahead and realise that domestic property, compared to other asset classes, might not be as bad as previously thought – Evan Robins, listed property portfolio manager at Old Mutual Investment Group.

Big changes for shopping malls in South Africa Shopping malls in South Africa are going through some big changes as they adapt to new realities in the country’s retail landscape.