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WATER SCARCITY

Cape Town should not sacrifice its water for data centres

As the Western Cape champions data centres as the 'engine of the future economy,' this article critically examines the hidden cost: water. Drawing parallels with water-scarce…

  • Sõzarn Barday
5 min read
'Boom Town': Property investment in the inner city hit R12.8 billion in 2025/26, up 41% on the previous year's R9bn, spread across 29 completed, under-construction, planned and proposed developments. Photo: Supplied
CAPE TOWN

Proof a city centre can bounce back

Twenty-five years ago, Cape Town's city centre was described as "fragile." Today, it's a thriving hub, thanks to a unique private-public partnership and significant property…

5 min read
Collaboration: Premier Alan Winde (middle left) and Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis (middle right) were willing to be asked uncomfortable questions from developers, investors and built-environment professionals. Photos: Supplied
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT

CT aces it but Joburg won't even try

Cape Town's property development sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, with the Western Cape Property Development Forum breaking attendance records. Premier Alan Winde and…

  • Ash Müller
6 min read