With the effective date of 1 July fast approaching, the implementation of the General Valuation Roll (GVR), in terms of the Local Government: Municipal Property Rates Act, No. 6 of 2004, marks a key milestone in the municipal property rating cycle. We emphasise that this is not merely an administrative update, it is the foundation on which municipal
We are thrilled to announce that we have been recognized as the winner of the Candidacy/Internship Programme in Valuation category at the 2nd Annual Africa Valuation Excellence Awards 2026. This prestigious award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to nurturing and empowering the next generation of valuation professionals. Through our future-focused programmes, we
On 13 March 2026, the SAIV Northern Branch hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Seminar at the Courtyard Hotel in Waterfall City, Midrand. The event brought together property professionals, academics, and industry leaders for a day of knowledge-sharing and networking. The day began with registration and a warm welcome from Mr Tshepo Makhudu,
The SAIV Southern Branch hosted its 2026 AGM and Seminar on 27 February, bringing members together at the picturesque Skilpadvlei Wine Farm for a day of learning, discussion, and connection. With perfect weather and a scenic backdrop, the event offered an ideal setting for professional engagement and meaningful conversations. A Strong Start: Market Insights
The SAIV KwaZulu-Natal Branch kicked off its 2026 calendar with a well‑attended AGM and Seminar on 19 February 2026, held at the Master Builders Association in Westville, Durban. The event brought together members, industry professionals, and partners for a morning of reflection, learning, and meaningful engagement. A Warm Welcome and AGM Highlights Delegates were
Housing governance is where statute meets daily life. When procedure slides into habit, participation shrinks to those who shout loudest or live closest. When the official minutes of my sectional title scheme reduced my formal statutory submission to “a letter of concern from an owner living abroad” I realised how easily the law can
7 August 2025 – The global valuation profession faces a pressing challenge: a growing skills shortage compounded by low public career awareness, threatening the sustainability of this critical industry. This is one of the most important agenda items at this year’s V20 Africa 2025 conference, being held in Cape Town in September. Dianne de
16 July 2025 – As global business confidence continues to slide, the V20 Africa 2025 Conference is set to convene international leaders in Cape Town at a time when the need for reliable, transparent valuation standards has never been more pressing. Dianne de Wet, former President of the South African Institute of Valuers (SAIV),
The Valuation 20 (V20) Summit and Conference, a leading global platform for valuation professional organisations, is set to take place at Cape Town International Convention Centre from September 15 to 16, 2025. Held for the first time in South Africa, this year's event, themed "Valuation for Sustainability and Inclusive Growth: Bridging Finance and the
AN APPROACH TO VALUING INVADED LAND AND HIJACKED BUILDINGS Contributed by Dianne de Wet – Professional Valuer, President of SAIV The South African constitution entrenches the Bill of Rights, which is a cornerstone of our democracy and affirms the right to dignity, equality and freedom, including the freedom of movement. The State must
