Atterbury to sell its 50% stake in Deloitte’s African HQ building in Waterfall
Atterbury announced that it has concluded an agreement to sell its 50% undivided share
Atterbury forges ahead with its security-controlled King Air Industria development in Cape Town
King Air Industria Cape Town in the Western Cape, the first business park of its kind
The art of goodwill and wine
Beneficiary Selection & Purpose: Atterbury Trust was chosen as a beneficiary of the Eskort & Saronsberg Liberi wine charity drive, directing proceeds toward educational bursaries and food support initiatives. Art-Driven Wine Labels: The 2021 Liberi project features six emotive wine labels using artwork by Claudette Schreuders, inspired by last year’s success with Sam Nhlengethwa’s art. Fundraising Ambitions & Scale: Building on the prior year’s R800,000 raised, this year’s initiative produced 10,000 bottles
Legal eagles land at Club One
Group Formation & Diversity: Group 33 Advocates is a collective of like-minded advocates—including both seasoned seniors and newly qualified juniors—who share professional goals while maintaining independent practices, enabling knowledge transfer and empowerment. Purposeful Space Design: Their chambers span two floors at Club One, thoughtfully divided into shared areas and individual offices to support both communal identity and personal workspace. Individualized Offices: Unlike traditional, identical spaces, each advocate custom-designed their own office, creating a unique and
Atterbury’s water-management strategy has saved 100-million litres of precious water so far
Huge Water Savings Achieved: Atterbury has saved over 100 million litres of water across eight properties, averaging more than 250,000 L/day compared to baseline usage. Smart Investment in Water Tech: Partnering with AQUAffection, Atterbury implemented advanced monitoring systems and alternative water sources like boreholes and rainwater. Extensive Rainwater Harvesting: Over 15,000 m² of rooftop space, including 7,500 m² at Deloitte HQ, is used to collect and store rainwater efficiently. Environmental + Economic Sense: Reducing water usage makes
Atterbury’s shopping centres with outdoor spaces show a strong rebound in sales
Mall of Africa in Midrand with exceptional outdoor experience. Outdoor Advantage During COVID-19: Atterbury's shopping centres with outdoor spaces are experiencing a stronger rebound in sales as consumers prefer open-air retail and restaurant environments for safety and comfort during the pandemic. Strategic Portfolio of Outdoor-Focused Properties: Atterbury's retail portfolio includes multiple centres with signature outdoor experiences, such as Castle Gate Lifestyle Centre, Mall of Africa, Newtown Junction, and properties in Namibia, all
Atterbury brings modern medical care to Pemba
Key Takeaways Strategic Healthcare Partnership: Atterbury has partnered with South African-based Lenmed Group to establish a private hospital at their Pemba Shopping centre, addressing urgent medical needs created by the massive ExxonMobil and Total oil and gas project in northern Mozambique. Comprehensive Medical Facility: The new 993-square-meter hospital will offer specialized services including in-patient wards, laboratory, pharmacy, haemodialysis, radiology, 24-hour assistance, and emergency helicopter evacuations. Regional Impact: Pemba Shopping is the largest mall in
New legal hub for The Club precinct
Key takeaways: New Legal Hub: Group 33 Advocates opened 2,300sqm facility housing ~40 advocates in Club One on December 1st. Separate Operations: Completely independent from existing Advocates' Chambers operational since 2018 in same precinct. High Demand: Available offices filling quickly due to strong interest from legal professionals. Premium Tenants: Club One houses DNA Outsourcing, MBT Petroleum, Deloitte, plus ground-floor dining venues. Strategic Location: Appeals to legal professionals with urban/suburban blend, top schools, walkable retail,
Building excellence from the ground up
devKey takeaways: 25-Year Milestone: CEO celebrated quarter-century at Atterbury, co-founded through organic growth and passion. Expert Team Building: Success based on hiring strong people who challenge leadership constructively. Waterfall Deal Breakthrough: 2007/2008 transaction established Atterbury as major South African developer. Shared Prosperity: Created wealth for employees, shareholders, and partners while maintaining startup culture. Future Goals: Remain biggest SA developer while preserving agile, fast-moving decision-making culture. Atterbury Group CEO Louis van der Watt was recently
Down memory lane with Lucille Louw
Key takeaways: 20-Year Milestone: Lucille Louw celebrates two decades as MD of Atterbury Asset Managers, now managing a R43 billion property portfolio across Africa, Europe, and Mauritius. Strong Team Culture: Atterbury maintains very low staff turnover through a family-like work environment and like-minded colleagues who share company values and enjoy working together. COVID-19 Response: The pandemic required more collaborative landlord-tenant relationships, with Atterbury leveraging deep tenant knowledge to provide targeted assistance during challenging times.
Ploughing back with real impact
From left to right: (Back): Vasti Kirchner of Vibro Bricks, Leonie du Preez, Jani Doms, Ananja Koen (all Atterbury Trust), Herman Marx of Vibro Bricks, Lood Bester - co-founder of Terugploeg and Louis van der Watt - Atterbury Group’s CEO , (Seated) : Mariaan Keulder of StartupClub and Zahn Hulme Zahn Hulme, Executive trustee of Atterbury Trust. Key Takeaways: COVID Relief Initiative: Founded during lockdown to address food shortages in
Morgan Cargo joins Atterbury’s King Air Industria development in Cape Town
Key Takeaways: Strategic airport location: Morgan Cargo chose the 72-hectare King Air Industria site minutes from Cape Town International Airport for its new Western Cape headquarters Specialized logistics facility: New turnkey facility includes 1,300m² head office and 6,000m² cold storage for fresh produce, fish, and flowers with 0-10°C temperature range Flexible growth design: Warehouse cleverly designed to double in size and convert single yard to cross-docking system for future expansion phases Major economic investment:
Castle Gate Lifestyle opens for business
Key Takeaways: Historical significance: Built on the last remaining portion of the original Waterkloof farm where Pretoria was founded, representing the city "coming full circle" Infrastructure transformation: Major upgrades included new roads, traffic lights, electrical substation, and bridge crossing to accommodate the development COVID-19 resilience: Overcame significant material supply chain disruptions during hard lockdown through micro-management with contractor WBHO to open on schedule Environmental innovation: Features 1MW solar power system, rainwater harvesting with borehole
Castle Gate Lifestyle to open on 26 November
Key Takeaways: Major development milestone: First phase of multi-billion Rand mixed-use precinct opened November 26, 2020, despite COVID-19 construction delays and challenges Strategic location advantage: Adjacent to N1 highway with new infrastructure including bridge, widened roads, and traffic signals, solving previous rush-hour congestion issues Sustainable design focus: Features 1MW solar farm capacity, three water sources with rainwater harvesting, and eco-friendly rustic farmhouse aesthetic with extensive outdoor spaces Comprehensive retail offering: Houses major retailers like
The best coffee in Jewel City – a story of hope and success
Key Takeaways: From streets to success: Tebogo "Tebza" Mabye grew up on Hillbrow streets and homeless shelters to become a coffee shop owner, demonstrating inner-city potential Self-taught entrepreneur: With no business or barista background, he learned everything through passion for coffee and people after taking over his first shop Jewel City as catalyst: Views the development as a "beacon of light" that brought hope and fresh investment to a previously declining Johannesburg CBD Community-focused
A mind for marketing
Key Takeaways: Career growth through challenges: 20-year journey from beginner to Group Marketing Manager by accepting challenges and continuous learning Industry adaptability: Successfully transitioned from radio to property development by learning new terminology and leveraging foundational marketing skills Crisis as opportunity: COVID-19 taught that brands must adapt strategies while maintaining core credibility and focusing on human emotions Tenant-focused strategy: Marketing prioritizes tenants as the foundation of business, viewing them as essential to Atterbury's identity
The Courier Guy signs for a new 10,000m2 facility at Atterbury’s King Air Industria development
Key Takeaways: The Courier Guy Expands: Moving to King Air Industria to support rapid growth and future scalability. Strategic Location: New facility near Cape Town International Airport ensures efficiency and accessibility. State-of-the-Art Facility: Initial phase includes 2,000m² offices and 8,112m² warehouse, with potential to double in size. Major Investment: Part of Atterbury and Old Mutual Properties’ R3bn King Air Industria development. Operational Efficiency: Designed for seamless logistics, with multiple access points and nearly 100
Jewel City throws its arms open in Jozi CBD
Reclaiming the inner city and regenerating the community of the Joburg CBD… this is what Divercity’s innovative Jewel City project is all about, and on Heritage Day weekend it all came together at the launch. We got the lowdown from Atterbury’s head of development in Gauteng, Derrick Pautz.
New beginnings – a spring view from the CEO
Key Takeaways: South Africa's economic recovery post-pandemic will be slow, with challenges due to pre-existing economic weaknesses. Atterbury has shifted its strategy to prioritize stability over growth, ensuring efficient management of its portfolio. Cash flow management and tenant support were key focuses during lockdown, resulting in minimal vacancies. The property sector must adapt to changing consumer preferences, emphasizing convenience and entertainment over size. Atterbury remains committed to resilience and adaptability, with a focus on
AttX celebrates one year of business
Key Takeaways: Resilience Amid Challenges – AttX successfully navigated its first year despite Covid-19, demonstrating adaptability and teamwork. Financial Strength – Achieved a 90% collection ratio, ensuring operational stability and supporting the broader value chain. Strategic Adaptation – Focused on protecting staff, tenants, and cash flow while postponing long-term projects. Operational Milestones – Implemented a new system, changed management, and maintained strength through the crisis. Future Outlook – Aims to be an industry benchmark,
He said, she said – Johan Roets
Key Takeaways: Teach boys to be gentlemen by showing respect and care for women in everyday actions. Women are complex, but giving them love and full attention strengthens relationships. Ending abuse in relationships would be the most meaningful change for women. The best advice received: always listen to your wife—she offers valuable perspective. Supporting gender equality means men actively advocating for and respecting women. For the last Q&A in our series #celebratingwomen in the
A month of celebrating women
Key Takeaways: Women’s Month Celebration: It’s about honoring the power, dignity, and joy of being a woman and having women in our lives. Best Advice for Women: Prioritize self-growth, embrace emotions, stay financially wise, and always wear confidence. Lessons for Daughters: Work hard, write your own story, uphold high standards, stay teachable, and be true to yourself. Raising Respectful Sons: Lead by example—teach boys to treat women with care, respect, and kindness through daily
He said, she said – Cornelia de Kock
Key Takeaways: The best gift for a busy mom on Women’s Day? Sleeping in! Cherished advice from her grandmother: “Love survives everything.” A key lesson for daughters: “Keep your head, heels, and standards high.” Teaching boys to respect women: “Handle with care.” Every woman deserves access to quality education. Atterbury Company Secretary, Cornelia de Kock has been a member of the Atterbury family for eight years. She took time out of her busy schedule
He said, she said – Ronel Muller
Key Takeaways: Ronél Müller values leading by example to teach respect for women. Her ideal Women’s Day gift is a family vacation in Kruger National Park. She believes a smile is the best makeup any girl can wear. She advocates for shifting focus away from unrealistic beauty standards. Her favorite advice: Changing your attitude can change your future. Atterbury HR Manager, Ronél Müller took up the challenge to participate in our special feature celebrating
Gauteng’s new head of development
Key Takeways: New Leadership Role: Derrick Pautz has been appointed head of Atterbury’s Gauteng development team, taking over some responsibilities from James Ehlers. Expanded Responsibilities: Pautz will oversee Pretoria’s development team, manage people, and ensure a steady project pipeline. Career Growth: He started at Atterbury in 2014, transitioning from civil engineering to property development through hands-on experience. Key Lessons: Trust and accountability have been crucial in his growth, with Atterbury fostering opportunities for development.





























