Quarter 1 2025 (Q1 ‘25) home loan statistics released by the country’s foremost home loan comparison service, ooba Home Loans, points to promising signs of market recovery and growing buyer confidence, underpinned by a two-year high in application volumes.

The South African multifamily residential rental sector entered 2025 on a robust footing, with data from the South African Multifamily Residential Rental Association (SAMRRA) revealing continued strength in both occupancy and rental collections, as well as record high leasing activity, across its substantial member portfolio.

Landsdowne Property Group, one of South Africa's largest residential real estate managers and estate agencies, says an increase in VAT will put more pressure on already struggling consumers, leaving them with less disposable income. This could lead to reduced spending, lower savings and fewer big purchases like buying a home.

Datatec Educational and Technology Foundation donates funds to set up three computer labs, accommodating 300 additional computer stations in the Johannesburg CBD, to help students develop essential tech skills as the organisation’s dream for an inner-city learning ecosystem starts to take shape.

Since its acquisition in May 2024 by Flanagan & Gerard Property Group and leading retail REIT Vukile Property Fund (JSE: VKE), Mall of Mthatha (formerly BT Ngebs City) has undergone significant enhancements aimed at elevating the shopping experience and reinforcing its position as the region’s leading retail destination.