Est: Completion Date
December 2026
Value
R105 Million
Current Status
In Progress
Extent
7000m²
Property Type
Shopping Centre
Mbazwana Crossing
AJ Property is excited to introduce a prime investment opportunity at Mbazwana Crossing, a new convenience retail centre planned for Mbazwana, KwaZulu-Natal. This development gives investors direct access to a high-growth retail node in an underserved market, offering strong demand, excellent visibility, and promising long-term returns.
Why invest in Mbazwana crossing?
1. Underserved Market with High Retail Demand Large and fast-growing rural population with minimal formal retail access Significant retail leakage to neighbouring towns, creating a strong capture opportunity
2. Anchor Tenant Commitment & Trusted National Brands Interest from leading national retailers ensures long-term rental stability Anchor tenants boost foot traffic and support healthy demand for line shops
3. High-Footfall, High-Visibility Location Positioned along key transport routes and community activity nodes Strong daily pedestrian movement and consistent taxi commuter flow
4. Reliable Socioeconomic Spend Cycles Steady monthly foot traffic driven by social grants and salary payment periods Convenience retail benefits from predictable and consistent spend patterns
5. Attractive Returns & Strong Exit Potential High yield on cost with excellent rental growth prospects Rising demand enhances long-term asset value
6. Phased, Low-Risk Development Model 7 020 m² GLA offers an optimal entry point into rural retail Scalable design allows future expansion in line with market needs
7. Experienced, Proven Development Team Strong track record delivering successful rural and township retail centres Established relationships with national tenants and local authorities
8. Tangible Community Impact & Upliftment Job creation during construction and centre operations Provides safe, accessible, and formal retail for surrounding communities
Designed for all & Built for the future
Mbazwana Crossing is purpose-built to serve all LSM income groups, offering a complete mix of essentials, fashion, health, technology, and everyday convenience retail. The centre is designed to meet genuine community needs while supporting strong and sustainable trading performance.
Mbazwana Crossing will be a fully green, self-sufficient retail development, the first of its kind in the region. The centre is engineered for long-term reliability and uninterrupted operations, featuring:
Uninterrupted electricity supported by independent power infrastructure
Water self-sufficiency through on-site boreholes, filtration systems, and storage
Independent waste management designed to minimise environmental impact
For tenants, this ensures predictable trading conditions with no need to invest in backup power or alternative utilities.
The Mall will also include:
Energy-efficient systems and smart building technologies
Free high-speed Wi-Fi for shoppers and tenants
24/7 CCTV, monitored security, and controlled access
Location & Accessibility
Situated within the core of Mbazwana’s fast-growing community hub Central proximity to schools, clinics, taxi ranks, and municipal services Easily accessible for pedestrians, public transport users, and private vehicles
Transport Connectivity
Excellent visibility along major commuter and public transport routes
Positioned adjacent to or integrated with the local taxi rank
Ample on-site parking with safe, pedestrian-friendly access
retail catchment potential
Site advantages
Flat, development-ready land with strong visibility and road frontage
Naturally high foot traffic with direct access from primary entry routes
Well-aligned with established community movement and retail behaviour
project highlights
Development Overview
- Type: Open-air convenience shopping centre designed for high daily foot traffic and quick shopper turnaround
- GLA (Gross Lettable Area): Approximately 7 020m² of purpose-built retail space optimised for strong tenant performance
- Design: Single-level retail precinct with streamlined pedestrian circulation, easy vehicle movement, and direct storefront visibility
- Parking: Generous on-grade customer parking bays ensuring convenient access and reduced peak-period congestion
- Anchor Tenants: Leading national grocery, fashion, and pharmacy retailers providing consistent footfall and long-term stability
- Complementary Tenants: Food outlets, banking services, lifestyle operators, and local retailers offering a balanced and attractive convenience mix
Market & Demographic Potential
Mbazwana and its surrounding rural villages form a fast-expanding community with minimal access to formal retail infrastructure. The area shows strong population growth, rising foot traffic, and increasing demand for structured retail services—making it a high-value opportunity for early retail entry.
growing and under-served community
The region remains heavily underserved, with residents relying on informal traders due to the absence of a formalised shopping centre. This gap creates a powerful entry point for a purpose-built retail destination that captures both daily and monthly shopper flow.
Estimated Catchment Population
Consumer Profile
Local consumer patterns are shaped by social grant recipients, pensioners, and government employees with consistent monthly income cycles. Demand remains strongest in essential categories such as groceries, fashion, healthcare, financial services, mobile connectivity, and quick-service food.
Retail Opportunity
With no formal retail centre in the immediate area, Mbazwana presents a high-growth opportunity for structured retail development. Informal traders and spaza shops currently dominate—highlighting unmet demand for branded, accessible, high-traffic retail space. Tenant appetite for rural township sites remains strong.
Key Spend Categories
Groceries and household essentials
Affordable fashion and school wear
Cellphones, airtime, and mobile services
Banking and financial services
Fast food and takeaway meals