South African townships buzz with an informal economy, unseen in official data but booming, nonetheless. “Spaza shops,” street vendors, barbers, and more cater to residents’ daily needs. Despite Covid-19, retail tenants in townships even outperformed those in wealthier areas, showcasing the informal “kasi” economy’s strength and potential.
Continue readingNavigating real estate investments – stay put or go abroad?
Property is often viewed as a homogenous asset class, but every asset presents a unique balance of risk and reward; the decision to allocate between domestic and offshore markets is complex and demands thorough deliberation.
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