16th I.H.S Affordable Housing Conference

30 October 2024

Join us as we navigate the current climate and forge a path through these complexities.

The affordable housing sector in South Africa is at a critical juncture, offering exciting opportunities in what’s forecasted to be a more positive economic environment, yet still facing significant challenges. While economic pressures have driven up costs, innovative financing models and technological advancements offer pathways to make housing more accessible and cost-effective.

International Housing Solutions and Nedbank CIB will navigate the future together on the 30th October at the 16th I.H.S Affordable Housing Conference. By bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators, we aim to explore and harness these opportunities, ensuring a resilient and sustainable future for affordable housing in South Africa. 

Panel topics

Panel 1

Panel 1

Goldmine or gold dust?

Johannesburg’s CBD is at a turning point. Will it thrive or stall? Join our panellists as they dive into strategies to transform Jozi’s downtown into a vibrant urban hub. The private sector is ready to collaborate with government to map out the challenges, opportunities, and initiatives needed to steer the revival of the CBD toward a sustainable future.

Panel 2

Panel 2

Innovation in affordable residential property

The future of living is being redesigned. Our panellists will explore the game-changing innovations reshaping residential property, from smart tech to sustainable design. We’ll cut through the buzzwords to reveal the breakthroughs driving the next wave of living spaces, setting the course for homes that think as smart as they look.

Panel 3

Panel 3

Women leading in residential property

These women aren’t just shaping real estate; they’re rewriting its blueprint. Our all-woman panel will highlight how these leaders are breaking barriers and redrawing the lines of residential property.

Panel 4

Panel 4

The tipping point of water – navigating the edge of scarcity

Water is the pulse of urban life. Join our panellists as they navigate innovation and strategies to keep our city’s taps flowing, highlighting the brewing water crisis that could rival the impact of the electricity crisis.

Justice Malala

Keynote speaker

Justice Malala

Justice is one of South Africa’s most esteemed political analysts, known for his insightful commentary and sharp analysis. With his extensive experience as a writer, speaker and advisor to major financial institutions, Justice will provide a unique perspective on the intersection of politics, economics and housing in today’s environment. His latest book, We Have Not Begun Our Descent, was a national bestseller, and he brings his deep understanding of South Africa’s socio-political landscape to our conference.

Insights

 

IHS Affordable Housing Conference - Khayise Mashifane

Khayise Mashifane speaks to Nedbank Property Finances’ commitment to the affordable housing sector and partnership with the IHS.

IHS Affordable Housing Conference - Rob Wesselo

Rob Wesselo of International Housing Solutions discusses the upcoming 16th IHS Affordable Housing Conference with an exciting line up of speakers.

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