https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/698.html South Africa news 15 Markets & Investment news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/698.html en-us Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:27:21 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/r159m-newlands-penthouse-sale-sets-southern-suburbs-record-290437a A penthouse at the newly completed The Marlow on Mill in Newlands, Cape Town, has sold for a record R15.9m through Pam Golding Properties, setting a new benchmark for apartment sales in the Southern Suburbs. 1-270820 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/first-multifamily-forum-in-api-summit-17-year-history-signals-the-sector-arrival-412689a In South Africa, stabilised multifamily real estate portfolios are posting occupancies above 95%. Yet, across Africa, the upside offered by the surging asset class has barely been tapped by institutional investors. On 18 September at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the API Summit’s inaugural Multifamily Forum – held in partnership with the Southern African Multifamily Residential Rental Association (SAAMRA) – explores the sheer scope of the opportunity, and how investors can take advantage of it. 1-270805 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/airbnb-by-law-its-proposed-impact-on-cape-town-property-rates-and-how-to-have-your-say-301768a The City of Cape Town's proposed Short-Term Letting By-Law opened for public comment last week, and it has more than ruffled a few feathers — not just those of Airbnb owners. 1-270693 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:16:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/why-insurance-is-becoming-constructions-strongest-foundation-in-kzn-412909a KwaZulu-Natal’s construction sector has endured years of social unrest, devastating floods and persistent economic pressures, testing the resilience of contractors, developers and the wider built environment. 1-270565 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:32:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-quiet-coastal-village-fast-becoming-everyones-next-big-investment-189656a Yzerfontein’s transformation from a quiet West Coast retreat into a sought-after property destination is gaining momentum, with buyers increasingly drawn to its coastal charm, natural beauty and laid-back lifestyle. But behind the village’s tranquil appeal lies a remarkable property story, with median home prices climbing sharply in recent years. 1-270508 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/why-south-africans-are-waiting-longer-to-buy-homes-290127a Today's buyers are increasingly older, more affluent and more diverse, while first-time buyers face growing affordability constraints. 1-270410 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/rate-hold-gives-homeowners-breathing-room-not-relief-412029a Prime remains at 10.50%, but households are still carrying high borrowing costs and rising monthly expenses. 1-270245 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:08:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/surprise-hold-reserve-bank-freezes-rate-at-7-301308a Today's decision by the Reserve Bank will come as a relief to many, with the repo rate remaining unchanged at 7.0% and the prime lending rate holding steady at 10.5%. Four MPC members supported the decision to maintain the policy rate, while two favoured an increase of 25 basis points. 1-270153 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:04:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/21bn-and-counting-african-real-estate-is-executing-412749a Ahead of the 17th Africa Property Investment (API) Summit in Cape Town, investment pipelines are converting into a record number of transactions as the continent's real estate and hospitality sectors move from potential into real momentum. 1-270015 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:13:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/kwazulu-natal-rentals-draw-investors-on-strong-yields-and-low-supply-175506a The KwaZulu-Natal coastal property market is emerging as one of South Africa's most attractive destinations for rental investors, with strong tenant demand, low vacancy rates and competitive rental yields underpinning growth. 1-269678 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa