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Eco-Friendly and Ambitious: Joburg South’s R27bn Mega City Takes Shape

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3 months ago

May 26, 2025

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As the City of Johannesburg formally begins construction on the Southern Farms Mega City, a historic R27-billion urban development that is set to fundamentally alter the landscape of the area, a daring new era is beginning in Johannesburg South.

The project, which will provide over 45,000 housing units over 4,000 hectares, was started on May 9, 2025, at the Bushkoppies Site Camp in Region G. These homes, which will be constructed across seven carefully planned precincts and serve a diverse range of residents, are intended to address the city’s long-standing housing shortage.

However, the Mega City is more than just a place to live. The goal is to create a comprehensive, long-lasting community. Roads, schools, clinics, libraries, and taxi ranks are all part of the plans, guaranteeing that residents will have access to the basic amenities required for daily living in addition to homes.

Employment, Development, and Economic Improvement

The Southern Farms Mega City is anticipated to generate substantial economic momentum in addition to tangible assets. The project will directly and indirectly create thousands of jobs over its more than ten-year development timeline.

Long-term business opportunities will be created by the local SMMEs (small, medium, and micro enterprises), who will be essential to the area’s development and upkeep. The City has pledged to give local hiring and procurement top priority, guaranteeing that the investment will immediately benefit nearby communities.

Officials have asked locals to be on the lookout for unauthorized land occupation in order to preserve the project’s integrity. The new homes will only be available to those who are listed on the verified housing database, and the allocation process will be based on fairness and transparency.

Keeping Green Living and Growth in Balance

This project is unique because it places a strong focus on environmentally responsible urban living. Originally intended to be the Southern Farms Biodiversity Development Project, sustainability is a key component of the Mega City’s design.

We will safeguard natural resources such as farmlands, water streams, and wetlands. Additionally, areas will be designated for solar energy and agriculture, illustrating a paradigm in which environmental responsibility and urban growth coexist.

In order to foster community cohesion and enhance service delivery, the development will also include two Home Affairs offices, sports courts, and neighborhood parks.

An Example for Upcoming Cities

Southern Farms Mega City is more than just a housing development; it is a representation of what sustainable, inclusive, and integrated development in South Africa can look like. The City of Johannesburg is creating the foundation for a more promising and equitable future in the South by integrating housing, public services, environmental preservation, and economic opportunity.