affordable housing

Ground-Breaking Development Charges Fund Green-Lit in Cape Town

Cape Town's Development Charges Fund is a pioneering strategy aimed at enhancing affordable housing in lowerincome localities by backing microdevelopers…

2 years ago

Kraaifontein’s Affordable Housing Initiative: A Symbiosis of Sustainability and Accessibility

Kraaifontein's Maroela South lowcost housing project is making progress towards providing sustainable and affordable housing for its population. The project…

2 years ago

Cape Town’s Eviction Crisis: A Deeper Look

Foreign nationals were abruptly evicted from unlawfully occupied properties in Cape Town, sparking public outrage due to the lack of…

2 years ago

A Historic Leap: Northern Cape’s Billion-Rand Housing Project

Northern Cape in South Africa is undertaking a historic housing project worth around R1 billion, aiming to build over 4,000…

2 years ago

Affordable Renting in South Africa: A Closer Look at the North West Province

Looking for affordable rental options in South Africa? Look no further than the North West province, which boasts the most…

2 years ago

Economical Housing: Tackling the Consequences of Urbanization and Wealth Disparity in South Africa and Kenya

Affordable housing in South Africa and Kenya is a critical issue due to the consequences of urbanization and wealth disparity.…

2 years ago

A Historic Moment in Pretoria: Housing and Urban Development Take Center Stage

On a memorable day, December 13, 2023, in the midst of Pretoria, a significant event transpired against the historical setting…

2 years ago

Revolutionizing South Africa’s Railways: PRASA’s Integrated Development, Student Housing, and Retail Centre

PRASA, South Africa's Passenger Rail Agency, is revolutionizing the country's railways by launching two major development projects aimed at enhancing…

2 years ago

Cape Town’s Initiative to Create Affordable Housing in the City Centre

The City of Cape Town recently announced plans to invest R130 million in property development of over 9,000 square meters…

2 years ago

The Battle for Woodstock: Heritage, Housing, and Open Spaces in Cape Town

The City of Cape Town is facing a contentious issue as it seeks to develop the old Woodstock Hospital site…

2 years ago

Heritage Approval for Woodstock Hospital Marks Progress in Cape Town’s Affordable Housing Efforts

The approval of the old Woodstock Hospital in Cape Town for heritage status is a significant achievement for the city's…

2 years ago

Collaborative Housing Solutions – Cissie Gool House Co-Design Exhibition in Cape Town

In Cape Town, a new approach to affordable housing is gaining traction. The Cissie Gool House CoDesign Exhibition, hosted at…

2 years ago

Combatting Housing Scams: The Need for Community Vigilance

As cities grow, housing scams have become a significant issue, with the most vulnerable members of society bearing the brunt…

3 years ago

Fostering Unity and Progress: Cape Town’s Collaborative Approach to Affordable Housing

As affordable housing becomes increasingly scarce, Cape Town is taking a proactive stance towards addressing this issue. Through the City's…

3 years ago

Cape Town Accelerates Inner City Social Housing Development

Cape Town is taking significant steps to address the affordable housing crisis in the city's central areas. The City Council…

3 years ago

Cape Town: A City Leading by Example

Cape Town has shown itself to be a resilient city, offering a beacon of hope for the rest of South…

3 years ago