RE+ South Africa launches in 2026 at FM Expo
April 20 2026 18:00 MIDRAND, SOUTH AFRICA South Africa’s commercial and industrial (C&I) sector is navigating one of the most pressing operational challenges of the decade: escalating energy costs, volatile supply, and growing pressure to meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability commitments, numerous experts say. RE+ South Africa 2026, the inaugural edition of […]
Another Brick in the Wall – Georgina Smit, Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA)
November 21 2025 16:15 SOUTH AFRICA Hello there! Our latest episode of Another Brick in the Wall has been released and is available at iono.fm: https://iono.fm/e/1619999 and on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XdsqkV8E8MRVifstAB1cd Our guest in this episode is Georgina Smit, head of technical at Green Building Council SA (GBCSA). At this year’s GBCSA Convention which was held earlier this month at […]
Georgina Smit Announced as new CEO of Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA)
November 14 2025 15:00 Left – Outgoing CEO of GBCSA, Lisa Reynolds, Right: Incoming CEO of GBCSA, Georgina Smit CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) has announce Georgina Smit as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective May 2026. The announcement was made at GBCSA’s annual Green Building Convention in Cape Town […]
Green Building Council’s 2025 Convention set to soar next week
November 6 2025 17:50 SOUTH AFRICA From November 11 to 13, the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) will host its 18th convention as the organisation recognises South Africa’s green successes in 2025 and sets the agenda for a cleaner and more sustainable tomorrow. This national event will take place at the world-class Century City […]
Growthpoint Properties acquires a 30% stake in new R390m Boston Hydroelectric Plant
October 28 2025 13:00 Clarens, Free State, South Africa Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT), South Africa’s largest Real Estate Investment Trust (Reit), has acquired a 30% stake in the operational Boston Hydroelectric plant, a R390m development with an operational lifetime of over 40 years by independent power producer Serengeti Energy within the Lesotho Highlands Water Scheme […]
SA’s next wave of green entrepreneurs takes root
October 27 2025 22:55 Ten South African entrepreneurs developing green solutions have been selected to join thesecond Green Seeds Competition, a national accelerator designed to drive sustainability and inclusivegrowth in the property and built environment sectors. The new cohort was officially inducted during a launch event held in Waterfall City, marking the start of their […]
Another Brick in the Wall: Ian Anderson, Merchant West Investments
October 10 2025 15:55 Ian Anderson, Portfolio Manager at Merchant West Investments image by: Xavier Saer SUN CITY, SOUTH AFRICA Hello there! Here is a special episode of Another Brick in the Wall! Recorded at the national SAPOA Convention 2025, Michael and Alistair are joined by Ian Anderson, who is the portfolio manager at Merchant West […]
Another Brick in the Wall: Itumeleng Mothibeli, SAPOA President
October 9 2025 09:09 SUN CITY, SOUTH AFRICA Hello there! Here is a special episode of Another Brick in the Wall! Recorded at the national SAPOA Convention 2025, Michael and Alistair are joined by SAPOA President, Itumeleng Mothibeli. The episode has been released and is available at iono.fm: and on Spotify : Mothibeli discusses the renewed confidence in South […]
Progress through practice: shaping energy strategy in commercial real estate
September 29 2025 21:30 By Leon Kok, Chief Operating Officer at Redefine Properties Leon Kok, Redefine Properties’ Chief Operating Officer Energy is no longer a background cost in commercial property, but a driver of competitiveness. Rising tariffs, new supply models and investor expectations mean the way buildings use and procure electricity shapes both operating margins […]
Nexia SAB&T helping property companies to grow and thrive
September 23 2025 16:20 SOUTH AFRICA Property has always been a cornerstone of wealth creation in South Africa, not only for high-net-worth individuals but also for entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, and SMMEs driving economic growth in the real estate sector, and as such, navigating this dynamic industry requires a keen eye for opportunity while demanding expertise […]