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 Thu, 07 May 2026 14:49:15 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/who-really-driving-the-surge-in-sas-property-market-demand-736882a Women are emerging as a driving force in South Africa’s property market, reshaping demand patterns and investment trends. Recent data from BetterBond shows that women accounted for more than half of all bond applications over the past year, signalling a notable shift in buyer demographics. 1-267722 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:33:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-ultra-luxury-safari-property-hotspot-where-homes-exceed-r80m-170256a The small safari town of Hoedspruit is increasingly drawing attention from high-net-worth buyers, with properties in exclusive wildlife estates now selling for more than R80m, reflecting a powerful shift in South Africa’s luxury real estate landscape. 1-267708 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:40:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/where-the-moneys-going-johannesburg-property-trends-to-watch-in-2026-281977a From Jewel City to Marshalltown, targeted urban regeneration and strong rental yields are drawing first-time buyers and investors back to Johannesburg’s CBD while traditional nodes hold steady. 1-267380 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:01:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/samrra-celebrates-octodecs-inclusion-in-ftsejse-958684a Index recognition of a second major REIT significantly invested in multifamily rentals signals growing institutional investment appeal of the sector 1-267374 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:04:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/emira-launches-voluntary-offer-for-octodec-shares-514270a 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. 1-267336 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/from-coast-to-winelands-zoom-towns-outpace-cities-in-house-price-growth-958964a From the West Coast to the Winelands, South Africa’s secondary towns are emerging as surprising property hotspots. Combining affordability, lifestyle appeal, and strong investment potential, these towns are attracting buyers seeking quality living outside major metros. 1-267154 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:44:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/smart-property-investing-in-a-shifting-economic-landscape-399508a South Africa’s economic backdrop may feel unusually complex, shaped by global trade tensions, fiscal strain and persistent unemployment, but this uncertainty is exactly what makes the current moment so compelling. 1-266853 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:41:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/leverage-the-engine-behind-property-wealth-288487a 1-266860 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:13:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-great-escape-these-west-coast-towns-are-crushing-expectations-066225a What if the smartest move right now isn’t in the city, but just beyond it? 1-266837 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:37:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/property-leaders-warn-interest-rate-hike-could-crush-south-africa-fragile-economy-622051a South Africa’s property sector is urging the Reserve Bank to keep interest rates on hold as it prepares for its upcoming policy meeting, warning that a premature hike could place further strain on an already fragile economy. 1-266671 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:37:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Markets & Investment South Africa