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Climate change in the construction industry

Today, as the beast looks us in the eye — cyclone Freddy — the cost of its destructions far outweighs the cost of environmental reforms, particularly in the construction industry.

By Mike Juru Mar. 31, 2023

Climate change in the construction industry

Cluster houses: A curse or blessing?

Cluster housing developments often adhere to a cohesive design and architectural style, aimed at creating a visually unified community.

By Mike Juru Jan. 19, 2024

How specialised REITs can transform Zim economy

Similarly, in Australia, industrial REITs, such as Goodman Group dominate the market, leveraging the e-commerce boom and logistics sector expansion.

By Mike Juru Mar. 15, 2024

How specialised REITs can transform Zim economy

Zim property market poised to witness distinct trends

Informed by economic fundamentals at play, below is a summary of projected capitalisation rates of various property investment categories in Zimbabwe for 2024.

By Mike Juru Mar. 22, 2024

Zim property market poised to witness distinct trends

Green Buildings, energy efficiency and economic development: The Nexus

Green building practices hold immense potential for creating a new economy, fostering economic growth, and mitigating environmental degradation.

By Mike Juru Mar. 24, 2024

Green Buildings, energy efficiency and economic development: The Nexus

Transforming Zim’s property market

The United Nations (UN) sustainable development goal number 11 speaks of ensuring access for all to adequate, safe, and affordable housing and basic services by 2030.

By Mike Juru Mar. 28, 2024

Infrastructure REITs for socio-economic development

Venturing into the African tapestry, the Momentum Africa Real Estate Fund unfurls as a trailblazer, propelling infrastructure development across diverse African markets.

By Mike Juru Apr. 5, 2024

Infrastructure REITs for socio-economic development

Sustainable green finance in African real estate sector

Sustainable valuations enable investors to make informed decisions, aligning their portfolios with sustainability objectives.

By Mike Juru Apr. 26, 2024

Sustainable green finance in African real estate sector

Real estate investment unveiled

This, in turn, unveils a pantheon of lucrative opportunities for investors to capitalise on the burgeoning need for residential and commercial edifices.

By Mike Juru May. 3, 2024

The journey of REITs in Zim

The information in the contract repository can flag contract expiration dates and confirm when contractual milestones have been attained.

By Mike Juru May. 24, 2024

Transparency in REITs

Implementing clear and consistent reporting standards is vital for building a trustworthy REIT market in Zimbabwe.

By Mike Juru May. 31, 2024

Addressing REIT policy gaps in Zim

The inadequate regulatory framework is one of the primary barriers to REIT growth in Zimbabwe.

By Mike Juru Jun. 7, 2024

REIT success requires more attention

To foster a robust and attractive REIT market, it is crucial to address the glaring gap in effective investor protection policies.

By Mike Juru Jun. 21, 2024

Real estate and the economy

REITs enhance liquidity in real estate markets, attracting institutional capital and stimulating investment flows.

By Mike Juru Jul. 5, 2024

A critical review of the global REIT governance

In the United States, REITs are governed by a traditional Board of Directors model that prioritises fiduciary responsibility, transparency, and accountability.

By Mike Juru Jul. 26, 2024

A critical review of the global REIT governance

Unsung economic hero: Potential, importance of built environment

Property taxes and fees generate substantial revenue for local and national governments.

By Mike Juru Aug. 9, 2024

Unsung economic hero: Potential, importance of built environment

Demystifying REITs: Addressing the 10 common misconceptions

REITs are companies that own or finance real estate properties, providing a direct link to the underlying properties.

By Mike Juru Aug. 16, 2024

Demystifying REITs: Addressing the 10 common misconceptions

REITs: Zim and global parallels

As a vehicle for property investment, REITs offer a compelling opportunity to channel domestic and international capital into Zimbabwe’s real estate market.

By Mike Juru Aug. 23, 2024

Vision 2030 and its impact on the real estate sector

Promoting Zimbabwe as an investment destination of choice highlights opportunities in the real estate sector.

By Mike Juru Sep. 6, 2024

Vision 2030 and its impact on the real estate sector

Green building a key ingredient in Zim’s carbon credit bourse success

Join us as we explore the thrilling intersection of sustainability, finance, and innovation and envision how green building will shape Zimbabwe's carbon credit landscape.

By Mike Juru Sep. 13, 2024

Green building a key ingredient in Zim’s carbon credit bourse success

Green building, sustainability and ESG practices in real estate

As the real estate industry continues to evolve, the interplay between green building, sustainability and ESG practices has become increasingly crucial.

By Mike Juru Sep. 20, 2024

Green building, sustainability and ESG practices in real estate

Sustainable future pathway: COP29, real estate and NDCs

The country's NDCs prioritise transitioning to a low-carbon economy, with a focus on renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable land use.

By Mike Juru Sep. 27, 2024

Sustainable future pathway: COP29, real estate and NDCs

The nexus between sustainable finance, banking and real estate

Despite their seemingly disparate nature, finance and real estate are emerging as powerful agents of positive change.

By Mike Juru Oct. 11, 2024

The nexus between sustainable finance, banking and real estate

Decarbonising the built environment

The built environment, encompassing infrastructure, residential, commercial, and industrial structures, accounts for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions.

By Mike Juru Oct. 18, 2024

Unveiling the roles of stakeholders

The general public has the right, and the central government must craft appropriate legislation that protects the public.

By Mike Juru Oct. 25, 2024

COP29 and strategy for sustainable development, climate resilience

Additionally, investing in green building projects can provide long-term financial savings and economic stability, reducing the financial burden on Zimbabwe's economy in the future.

By Mike Juru Nov. 8, 2024