Market Reports

Africa Retail Report December 2020

Knight Frank's analysis of African retail market dynamics, opportunities, and forward-looking influences on the sector.

Gulu City Property Market Report 2026

Knight Frank institutional analysis examining Gulu City's real estate investment dynamics, infrastructure-led growth, and opportunities across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Hotels Africa 2018

Knight Frank's review of Africa's hotel market covering supply, development, major chains, performance, and capital markets activity.

Africa Office Market Dashboard H2 2025

Knight Frank's dashboard tracking prime office market performance across major African cities in the second half of 2025.

Healthcare in Africa 2020

Knight Frank research examines Africa's healthcare investment fundamentals and the private sector's role in the continent's healthcare real estate market.

Middle East & Africa Prime Yield H1 2023

Knight Frank's biannual yield guide presents average yields for Grade A assets across all property types in the Middle East and Africa region based on reported transactions and market data.

Africa Residential Dashboard H2 2020

Knight Frank's dashboard provides analysis of rental performance across prime residential markets in Africa.

Shop Africa 2016: Shopping Centre Development Trends in Sub-Saharan Africa

Knight Frank research examining shopping centre development trends across Sub-Saharan Africa, including floor space estimates and development pipeline figures for major cities.

Africa Industrial Market Dashboard H2 2025

Knight Frank's dashboard tracks performance metrics across prime industrial markets in major African cities.

The Africa Report 2026/2027 – Seventh Edition

Knight Frank's flagship continental analysis covering private capital deployment and property sector trends across Africa.

Global Buyer Survey - Africa Supplement 2021

Knight Frank survey examining Covid-19's impact on buyer attitudes across Africa, including preferred location features, lifestyle changes, and residential price expectations.

Spear to develop Mambos Storage & Home new flagship national distribution centre

Western Cape-focused real estate investment trust Spear REIT has concluded a long-term agreement with Mambos Storage & Home to develop the retailer’s flagship 7,150 m² distribution centre in Blackheath, Cape Town. Mambos has grown into one of South Africa’s leading retail and wholesale distributors of storage,…

Government Infrastructure Focus Set to Drive Nigeria Construction Growth

Analysis of expected drivers of construction sector growth in Nigeria following pandemic-era contraction, with emphasis on government infrastructure priorities.

Kingsley Muwowo, CFO Shelter Afrique: Public-Private Partnerships for Affordable Housing

Interview with Shelter Afrique's CFO discussing the organization's efforts and policy approaches to address housing deficits through public-private partnerships.

Economic Diversification Drives Real Estate Growth in Nigeria

Oxford Business Group examines Nigeria's real estate sector recovery following pandemic impacts, highlighting government efforts to attract private investment through economic diversification initiatives.

Nigeria's Local and Alternative Building Materials Market

Analysis of how Nigeria's infrastructure development and public housing demand are driving adoption of local and alternative building materials to reduce construction costs.

Nigeria 2024: Construction & Real Estate

Oxford Business Group examines Nigeria's construction and real estate sector recovery post-pandemic, highlighting government financing schemes and market rebound dynamics.

Stor-Age Acquires 10-Property Xtraspace Portfolio for $23.7M, Expanding South Africa Footprint

SA REITs return 1.4% in July as income growth carries the sector ahead of a retreating bond market

Sector outperforms both equities and bonds for the month and extends its year-to-date gain to 7.8%, with distribution growth holding at 10.58% as the interest-rate backdrop turns less accommodating South African real estate investment trusts (REITs) delivered a total return of 1.4% in July 2026, moving ahead of…

The REIT Report Episode 11: Are data centres property as we know it?

In the eleventh episode of The REIT Report on Classic Business (Fine Music Radio), Garreth Elston, Managing Director of Golden Section Capital and author of the new report Data Centres: The Asset Class Powering the Digital Economy, joins hosts Michael Avery and Alistair Anderson of Property Flash to go inside the…

Resilience in Property Before the Next Crisis

Thought leadership article by Andrew König, CEO of Redefine Properties, titled “Why resilience in property starts long before the next crisis.” Just as investors have begun to feel more optimistic about South Africa’s outlook, with inflation moderating, financing conditions gradually improving and greater stability…

Growthpoint Healthcare Property Holdings and Epione Health Villages Healthcare Model

South Africa’s first integrated primary and surgical health village combines primary care, specialist care, day surgery, pharmacy and diagnostics all under one roof. Growthpoint Healthcare Property Holdings (GHPH), South Africa’s first property fund dedicated exclusively to healthcare and wellness real estate, has…

Storage Central's $9M Equity Investment for East Africa Self-Storage Expansion

This is a news report from Inside Self-Storage, published July 20, 2026, covering a $9 million equity investment by Storage Central to support self-storage expansion in East Africa.

East Africa Retail Market Infographics

Knight Frank infographics on retail market conditions and leisure property trends across East Africa.

Africa Report 2026/27

Knight Frank's overview of African property markets covering office, retail, industrial and residential sectors with prime rents and yields data.

Seven Egyptian Investors Sign Industrial Land Agreements at Elsewedy Industrial City in Tanzania

Seven Egyptian investors have signed memoranda of understanding to secure industrial land at Elsewedy Industrial City in Tanzania.

Development Activity in Lekki Free Trade Zone

Overview of development and infrastructure activity within the Lekki Free Trade Zone, a 16,500-hectare modern district in southeastern Nigeria, including Dangote Refinery-related infrastructure.

Nigeria Revenue Service New Headquarters in Abuja

The Nigeria Revenue Service has inaugurated its new headquarters building in Abuja at a cost of ₦39.2 billion ($233 million).

Impact of USA/Iran War on Nigeria's Real Estate

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . May 2026

Upcoming Arena Developments in Nigeria

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . May 2026

Kenya's Wellness Hospitality Market Growing Investor Interest

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . July 2026

ECOWAS Headquarters in Abuja Completed and Handed Over

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . May 2026

Orca Deco Building Second Mall in Abuja

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . July 2026

Most Prominent Discount Retail Chains in Nigeria

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . July 2026

The Future of Workspaces in Lekki Free Trade Zones

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . May 2026

Luxury Developments Surge in Lagos

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . May 2026

TDC Ghana, GIADEC and Arise IIP Break Ground on Tema Integrated Industrial Park

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . July 2026

Lagos Hospitality: Ibis Hotel Lekki Opens

Chidubem Nwaonicha-Emegha . July 2026

Aucor National Multiple-Property Auction

Aucor Property is conducting a national auction of diverse residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use assets across South Africa.

SA Office Vacancy Rate Hits Post-Pandemic Low

South African office market shows tightening conditions with vacancy rates declining to their lowest point since the pandemic.

First-time Buyers at 48% of Ooba's Home Loans in Q1 2026

Property Wheel reports that first-time homebuyers accounted for 48% of home loans originated by Ooba during the first quarter of 2026.

Young Buyers' Exit from SA Housing Market

Analysis of declining participation by younger demographics in South Africa's residential real estate market.

Renico Construction Delivers Turnkey Dhollandia HQ, Warehouse & Workshop in Meadowdale

Property development firm completes build-to-suit headquarters, warehouse and workshop facility for Dhollandia in the Meadowdale industrial area.

Cape Town Office and Retail Space Demand Surge to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Demand for office and retail space in Cape Town has surged over the past year, driven partly by semigration trends, with some areas reaching pre-pandemic occupancy levels.

Cape Town's Commercial Market: Drivers, Stock Challenges, and Future

Commercial real estate sales volumes in Cape Town have increased over 20% annually, with stock shortages particularly acute for larger unit inventory.

Investing in South African Commercial Property: Key Considerations

Guidance on commercial property investment in South Africa, covering market cycles, growth area selection, and broker partnership strategies.

Warehousing 101: Essential Tips for First-Time Industrial Tenants

A guide to key considerations for tenants leasing industrial warehouse space, covering facility specifications, infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and lease negotiation.

R352 Million Redevelopment at Bayside Mall, Cape Town

A major redevelopment project at Bayside Mall in Cape Town will introduce new retail offerings, a renovated food court, and improved shopper circulation with a contemporary refresh.

Retail Property Deals and Shopping Centre Sales

South Africa's retail property sector, encompassing over 23 million square metres of shopping centre space, remains highly active in investment trading among private investors and REITs.

Rental Increases: A Guide for Commercial Property Tenants in South Africa

A guide addressing rental escalation mechanisms and management strategies for commercial property tenants operating in South Africa.

Stability Drives Demand for Quality Commercial Property

Analysis of commercial property market dynamics in South Africa, examining how fundamentals including funding costs, yields, cash flow durability, and tenant competition shape investment demand.

Cape Town's Clean Audit and Tourism Boom Favor Commercial Property Market

Cape Town's clean financial audit and infrastructure investment are attracting significant property investment and supporting commercial real estate demand.

Navigating Success in Evolving Retail

Analysis of transformation trends in the retail sector and strategic adaptation for stakeholders.

Tenant Preferences in Commercial Property Rentals

Analysis of tenant preferences and landlord strategies in commercial real estate markets, including demand dynamics and competitive incentives across geographies.

Kenya's Wealthy and Residential Real Estate Caution

A Knight Frank survey finds wealth managers attribute subdued buying appetite among Kenya's affluent to persistent structural challenges in the residential housing market.

TRIFIC's Green USD I-REIT and Kenya's Residential Real Estate Market

Coverage of TRIFIC's USD-denominated I-REIT offering backed by Nairobi's Two Rivers North Tower, targeting 8% annual yield, alongside analysis of subdued residential real estate demand among Kenya's wealthy.

Acorn Partners Absa, Co-op Bank for Student Housing and Start-Up Loans

Acorn, Absa Bank Kenya and Co-operative Bank launched the Zinduka Graduate Enterprise Programme combining unsecured student housing loans with start-up capital for graduates, with Co-op Bank committing KSh 1 billion to the initiative.

Kenya's Banks: Trade Focus, Real Estate Standards Tighten

Kenyan banks are increasing private-sector lending capacity amid stronger deposits and improved liquidity, while tightening credit standards for real estate and wealth managers cite structural challenges dampening residential demand.

Trific Green USD I-REIT NSE listing

Africa's first USD-denominated green income REIT completed an oversubscribed listing on Kenya's NSE, positioning the offering as evidence of strong capital availability in the Kenyan market.

TRIFIC's Green Dollar I-REIT Closes at 103% Oversubscription

TRIFIC's Green USD I-REIT closed an oversubscribed offering raising $30.82 million, anchored by a fully leased Nairobi office tower set to list on the NSE.