Bankenveld District City: The R18 Billion Private Mega-City Reshaping Johannesburg

In the next 15 years, a prime piece of real estate just off the N3 highway is expected to provide over 20,000 residential opportunities. This R18 billion, privately-owned, mixed-use mega city is currently under construction on land previously owned by the University of the Witwatersrand (WITs). Spanning 290 hectares of strategically-located land, this flagship development […]
SA’s Greylisting Impacts On Property & Your Business – Where Are We?

Assessed by the FATF (Financial Action Task Force) in 2023, South Africa became the third G20 country—after Argentina and Türkiye—to be placed on the grey-list due to non-compliance with international standards for preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing. More Recently… Following our assessment in February 2025, 20 out of the 22 identified items […]
The Fascinating History of Waterfall City: From Waterval Farm to Midrand’s Modern Hub

Waterfall City ranks among the largest and fastest growing property developments in South Africa, and its origins reach back to a working farm bought in 1934. Set in Midrand, halfway between Johannesburg and Pretoria, this mixed-use precinct carries a story shaped by one family, a religious endowment, and a leasehold model that broke new ground […]
Unlock Your Perfect Commercial Space with Paula Hardy Real Estate

At Paula Hardy Real Estate, we don’t just help you find a property; we help you discover a space where your business can thrive. Our approach is simple: we find the perfect commercial property for our clients—one square meter at a time. Expert Knowledge of the Market With over 20 years of experience in the […]
The Vital Role of a Commercial Real Estate Agent

Why you need One when buying, selling, or leasing property. In the complex world of commercial real estate, navigating the intricacies of buying, selling, or leasing property can be a daunting task. That’s where the expertise of a commercial real estate agent comes into play. A professional agent possesses the knowledge, experience, and network to […]