Leading real estate investment trust (Reit) Attacq says its precinct-scale development model has enabled sustained infrastructure rollout across Waterfall City, differentiating it from traditional property funds. Attacq said it is continuing to deploy significant capital into the node in Midrand, Gauteng, including about R1bn in ongoing infrastructure investment, alongside retail, logistics and hospitality developments across… Continue reading Attacq deploys R1bn into infrastructure rollout at Waterfall City
Author: Noelle du Preez
Why ESG is more than just optics
Attacq’s approach to sustainability was never about optics. It was about infrastructure, and a decade of compounding results shows the difference. In South Africa the gap between ambition and execution still remains when it comes to ESG. Sustainability frameworks get published, targets get announced and certifications are pursued, when the timing is convenient. Attacq Ltd… Continue reading Why ESG is more than just optics
Attacq Appoints Peter de Villiers as Permanent Chief Financial Officer
JOHANNESBURG, 14 May 2026 – Attacq Limited, a leading South African real estate investment trust (REIT), today announced the permanent appointment of Mr Peter de Villiers as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective 1 June 2026. Peter has served as Attacq’s Interim CFO since December 2025. He joined the Attacq group in March 2013 and was… Continue reading Attacq Appoints Peter de Villiers as Permanent Chief Financial Officer
Building smart cities and resilient careers
In a new episode of Koffie & Kapitaal, Attacq CEO Jackie van Niekerk joins host Theo Vorster for a wide-ranging conversation on the strategy behind one of South Africa’s most distinctive property businesses. Jackie unpacks the thinking behind Attacq’s precinct model, the ongoing evolution of Waterfall City and the broader retail and commercial portfolio across… Continue reading Building smart cities and resilient careers
Waterfall City expands its business events offering with R750 million Conference Centre and Hotel development
Johannesburg, 16 March 2026 – Waterfall City continues to strengthen its position as one of South Africa’s most connected mixed-use destinations with the announcement of a R750 million Waterfall City Conference Centre and Hotel development, a strategic collaboration between Attacq Limited and Rabie Property Group. The project forms part of Attacq’s long-term strategy to enhance… Continue reading Waterfall City expands its business events offering with R750 million Conference Centre and Hotel development
Attacq Delivers Strong Momentum with Upgraded Full-Year Guidance
• Distributable income per share (DIPS) increased by 9.6% to 60.3 cents• Net operating income (NOI) increased by 5.2%, driven by contractual rental escalations, improved occupancy levels, income from newly developed buildings, and lower net finance costs• Weighted average annual trading density growth of 4.2%• Gearing improved to 25.1%, ICR strengthened to 3.15 times, and… Continue reading Attacq Delivers Strong Momentum with Upgraded Full-Year Guidance
Logistics goes strategic: Attacq builds South Africa’s future hubs
Logistics property is no longer passive real estate – it’s essential economic infrastructure. Yet much of South Africa’s industrial stock is outdated and inefficient. Attacq has positioned itself to change that. In South Africa’s current economy, reliability isn’t optional – it’s strategic. Consumers demand same-day or next-day delivery. Retailers require precision distribution. Manufacturers can’t tolerate… Continue reading Logistics goes strategic: Attacq builds South Africa’s future hubs
Attacq Breaks Ground on Waterfall City Junction, a Landmark Logistics Development
Johannesburg, 20 November 2025 – On Thursday, Attacq marked a major milestone with the official groundbreaking ceremony of Waterfall City Junction, held at the construction site. Attacq CEO Jackie Van Niekerk performed the honours by driving the excavator and officially breaking ground, a symbolic moment signalling the start of one of Gauteng’s most ambitious logistics… Continue reading Attacq Breaks Ground on Waterfall City Junction, a Landmark Logistics Development
Attacq Paints the City Pink in Support of Cancer Awareness Month
From Johannesburg to George, Attacq’s precincts light up with hope, compassion, and community spirit in support of Cancer Awareness Month. South Africa, 27 October 2025 – This October, Attacq and its flagship precincts across South Africa joined forces to Paint the City Pink in recognition of Cancer Awareness Month. Through a series of meaningful initiatives… Continue reading Attacq Paints the City Pink in Support of Cancer Awareness Month
Attacq is powering a new era of logistics and precinct innovation
Interviewed and written by Ray Mahlaka “Don’t let the storm shake you.” In challenging times, Jackie van Niekerk, CEO of Attacq, has used this simple but powerful message, to motivate and uplift the Attacq team. It has set the tone for a leadership journey focused on resilience, and collaboration, which is shaping the next chapter… Continue reading Attacq is powering a new era of logistics and precinct innovation