Why uPhongola Mall?
1 Proven Track Record
AJ Property Holdings brings decades of experience in retail property development across South Africa, consistently delivering high-quality, sustainable commercial spaces. uPhongola Mall continues this legacy, setting a new benchmark for the Pongola region while creating long-term value for tenants, investors, and the local community.
2 | A Strong Retail & Lifestyle Selection
uPhongola Mall is positioned to become Pongola’s leading retail and lifestyle destination, offering a powerful mix of high-demand national retailers and everyday essentials. Anchored by Checkers and SuperSpar, the mall will attract consistent foot traffic and deliver unmatched convenience for shoppers across the region. These anchors are supported by major national brands including Dis-Chem, Clicks, eight Pepkor Group stores, and strong interest from TFG (The Foschini Group), ensuring a comprehensive selection of fashion, homeware, and lifestyle brands.
Designed as a true lifestyle hub, uPhongola Mall will offer a modern mix of dining, convenience, and speciality services:
• Vibrant Food Court – Featuring popular Famous Brands outlets and a dedicated children’s play zone, creating a family-friendly destination.
• Drive-Through Convenience – With interest from Nando’s and Steers, bringing Pongola its first modern quick-service restaurant drive-throughs.
• Modern Filling Station – Positioned for maximum convenience for both local shoppers and travellers.
• Bluff Meats Supply – Offering premium butchery and fresh meat products to the community.
3 | Pongola’s Sports Transformation: Padel Courts
As a first for the region, uPhongola Mall will introduce professionally designed Padel courts, bringing the world’s fastest-growing sport to Pongola. This addition will position the mall as a true community hub, offering residents access to recreation, coaching, and competitive tournaments — enhancing lifestyle quality and driving consistent visitor engagement.
4 | Designed for All & Built for the Future
uPhongola Mall has been crafted to serve all LSM income groups, providing a full spectrum of retail, fashion, beauty, health, technology, and lifestyle services. With a future-focused design and national brand mix, the mall is set to become the go-to shopping centre for Pongola and surrounding communities, offering a modern, accessible, and sustainable retail experience.
5 | A Fully Green & Self-Sufficient Development
uPhongola Mall is set to become the region’s first fully green, self-sufficient retail development, designed to ensure uninterrupted operations and long-term sustainability. This innovative approach includes:
• Uninterrupted Electricity – Supported by dedicated, independent power infrastructure.
• Water Self-Sufficiency – On-site boreholes, advanced filtration, and secure storage systems.
• Independent Waste Management – Reducing environmental impact and supporting sustainable operations.
For tenants, this means predictable operations, reduced downtime, and no need for additional investment in backup power solutions.
The mall will also offer a range of modern, future-ready features:
• Energy-efficient building systems
• Free high-speed Wi-Fi
• Interactive digital directories
• 24/7 CCTV and professional security
• Provision for potential electric vehicle (EV) charging stations
6 | On-Schedule Delivery & Strong Economic Impact
Construction commenced in June 2025 and remains firmly on track for the grand opening in November 2026. This development is a major economic catalyst for Pongola, creating substantial employment across construction, retail, services, and hospitality. By prioritising local contractors and suppliers, the project directly supports regional growth and strengthens the local economy.
7 | A New Social Hub for the Community
uPhongola Mall is designed to become a vibrant community centre, hosting events, markets, and cultural festivals throughout the year. This creates an inclusive, engaging environment that celebrates the people and spirit of Pongola, ensuring the mall serves not only as a retail destination but as a meaningful social hub for the region.
8 | Prime Retail & Commercial Opportunities Available
uPhongola Mall is more than a shopping centre — it is set to become Pongola’s central destination for shopping, dining, recreation, and community connection. With premium retail and commercial space still available, AJ Property Holdings invites national brands, entrepreneurs, and local businesses to secure their position in this landmark development.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of Pongola’s most iconic new destination.
