IN line with its commitment to unlock municipal land for investment, job creation, and inclusive economic growth, eThekwini Municipality on Friday released 17 strategically located properties across Durban under its flagship Proactive Land Release Strategy.

Among the released sites are two prime Durban Beachfront properties, the former California Dreamin’ site and The Joint restaurant, situated within the City’s premier tourism and leisure corridor.

The properties reportedly have a combined market value exceeding R360m and cover 18 hectares, representing a diverse mix of industrial, commercial, mixed-use, and hospitality opportunities. They are strategically positioned in Mobeni, Sea View, New Germany, KwaMashu, Pinetown, uMhlanga Rocks, and the Durban Beachfront.

“The Proactive Land Release Strategy is about enabling growth through structured partnerships between the municipality and the private sector. These properties will stimulate investment, support small business development, and advance spatial transformation by ensuring equitable access to municipal land,” said eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba.

He added, “To advance gender inclusion in the commercial property sector, preference will be given to female-owned companies that meet all mandatory and technical evaluation criteria.”

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Developers, investors, and businesses are invited to submit proposals in response to the advertised opportunities, which close on  February 27, 2026. Two non-compulsory briefing sessions will be held to provide detailed guidance on the application process and property particulars.

More information regarding the sessions, detailed bid documentation and property information is available on the Municipal Supply Chain Management portal at: https://www.durban.gov.za/pages/business/procurement

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