Housing
Rent isn’t the only bill: SA tenants warned about extra costs
South African tenants could pay additional costs on top of rent, with Property24 explaining what landlords can charge and what the lease should cover.
Joburg pensioners keep property rates rebates without lifting a finger, no paperwork needed
The City of Johannesburg has confirmed that qualifying pensioner homeowners will keep their property rates rebates until June 2027 without needing any paperwork.
Cape Town rent hits R12,125 as locals struggle to afford their own city
Cape Town residents are feeling the pressure as average Western Cape rent reaches R12,125, with locals revealing how rising costs are forcing major changes.
‘It’s a disgrace’: 2-bedroom house costing R4,5m in Bo-Kaap leaves SA in disbelief
A R4.5 million Bo-Kaap house has sparked debate among South Africans over Cape Town property prices, affordability, gentrification and the changing housing market.
“Dude, it’s bad”: SA gent vents about Cape Town CBD not tailored for locals
Cape Town content creator Quinlan calls out the city's CBD for its tourist focus, highlighting the stark inequality seen in luxury cars beside homelessness.
‘This is so bad’: Informal settlement in Sandton leaves SA in disbelief
A video posted by Rise Mzansi mayoral candidate Lukhona Mnguni showed an informal settlement in Sandton, sparking intense reactions online regarding public housing.
"Please make the building actually colourful": Abandoned Cape Town hotel gets 130-unit makeover
An abandoned Cape Town hotel on Loop Street is currently being transformed into 130 modern long-term rental units in a major redevelopment project.
Gauteng pensioner reveals how her R2,400 SASSA grant runs out before month-end
A Gauteng pensioner who owns her home outright says her monthly SASSA grant of R2,400 runs out before the next payment arrives, forcing her to ration food.
How much is needed to buy a 3-bedroom home in Bali: Property Guide for South Africans
New property data is showing that South Africans are able to buy a home in Bali for as little as R600,000, with rentals starting from R4,200 a month.
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