A housing crisis has hit Cape Peninsula University, leaving 100 students to live in a multipurpose hall due to a shortage of accommodation. This highlights the broader issue of housing affordability and accessibility at universities, where new policies inadvertently create disparity among students. The situation emphasizes the need for enhanced communication and empathy within universities and comprehensive systemic changes to address student housing issues. Students are struggling to cope with unhygienic conditions, and there is a pressing need for proactive steps to address the crisis.
PRASA, South Africa’s Passenger Rail Agency, is revolutionizing the country’s railways by launching two major development projects aimed at enhancing living conditions and providing affordable housing. The Goodwood Station Social Housing initiative aims to deliver over a thousand affordable rental units by October 2023, while the Cape Town Station development will offer 3,200 beds for students and a revamped retail precinct. PRASA’s diversified portfolio includes real estate investment and development to offset the cost of operating passenger rail services. These projects signify a collaborative commitment to improving transportation and infrastructure in South Africa.
A trailblazing alliance between the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) and Eris Property Group is ushering in a fresh chapter in public transportation and student lodging in Cape Town. Set to benefit more than 3,000 students, the R1.4 billion joint investment development of Cape Town Station will offer a muchneeded enhancement to the city’s student accommodation options and invigorate the surrounding area with upgraded retail spaces.