House Zai, Cape Town's most expensive property in the Southern Suburbs, is on the market for R107 million. Designed by SAOTA's Stefan Antoni, it features luxurious amenities, eco-friendly technology, and high security. The property is in high demand among local and international buyers, with the Constantia area experiencing a surge in high-end property sales. Francois Venter of Seeff Constantia highlights the area's appeal due to its lifestyle, value for money, and proximity to amenities.

House Zai, Cape Town's most expensive property in the Southern Suburbs, is on the market for R107 million. Designed by Stefan Antoni of SAOTA, it features luxurious amenities, eco-friendly technology, and high security. The property is in high demand due to its location, quality, and lifestyle offerings, with a mix of local and international buyers showing interest. The Constantia area has seen a surge in high-end property sales, with almost R2bn in sales above R20m since the onset of the Covid pandemic.

House Zai, the most expensive property in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, is on the market for R107 million. Designed by renowned architect Stefan Antoni from SAOTA, the ultra-modern home features six bedrooms, a fully imported Bulthaup kitchen, and high-end amenities like Bang & Olufsen surround sound and advanced security systems. The property is self-sufficient with off-the-grid water and power technology. The Constantia area has seen a significant increase in high-end property sales, attracting both local and international buyers due to its quality homes, lifestyle, and proximity to top schools and the airport.

House Zai, the most expensive property in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, is on the market for R107 million. Located in Bel Ombre Estate, the ultra-modern home was designed by renowned architect Stefan Antoni and built to European standards. The property features six bedrooms, a fully imported kitchen, high-tech security, and eco-friendly infrastructure. The area attracts high-net-worth local and international buyers due to its quality homes, lifestyle, and proximity to top schools and amenities. The Constantia area has seen significant high-end property sales, driven by demand from both local and international buyers.

House Zai, the most expensive property in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, is on the market for R107 million. Located in Bel Ombre Estate, the ultra-modern home was designed by renowned architect Stefan Antoni and features imported materials, high-tech infrastructure, and eco-friendly systems. The property includes six bedrooms, a guest apartment, and luxurious amenities such as a Bulthaup kitchen, Schüco windows, and Bang & Olufsen surround sound. The area attracts high-net-worth buyers, both local and international, due to its quality homes, lifestyle, and proximity to top schools and the airport.

Tourism organizations and businesses on the West Coast of South Africa, including West Coast Way, are concerned about the threats posed by overdevelopment and mining to the area's appeal to tourists. The region is known for its unique attractions such as Mamre, Darling, the West Coast National Park, and Club Mykonos in Langebaan. Carmen Lerm of West Coast Way advocates for a unified brand experience and responsible, eco-friendly growth. Mike Schlebach from Protect the West Coast warns of the potential for beach mining and the presence of oil rigs along the coast, with 65 prospecting and mining applications in the pipeline, which he claims are being approved by the Department of Minerals and Energy and the Department of the Environment.

South African National Parks (SANParks) is considering the introduction of more elephants to the Knysna forest following the rare sighting of a wild female elephant. Sociological and ecological assessments were conducted, including a survey with a 74% response rate from 500 contacts, which supported the reintroduction of elephants. The ecological studies confirmed the presence of only one female elephant and her feeding range, with her stress hormone levels indicating good health and a tendency to avoid high human activity areas. The management approach recommended is cautious, low-risk, and informed by elephant specialists.

South African National Parks (SANParks) is considering the introduction of more elephants to the Knysna forest following the rare sighting of a wild female elephant. Sociological and ecological assessments were conducted, with a high response rate supporting the reintroduction of elephants due to ecological, cultural, and historical values. The ecological study confirmed the presence of only one female elephant and her feeding range. Low stress hormone levels were found in areas with minimal human presence. SANParks advocates for low-risk, cautious management options informed by experts.

Kim Prytz, 49, successfully completed a record-breaking swim from Lagoon Beach to Robben Island and then to Big Bay, covering a distance of 19.8 kilometers in 14 hours, 31 minutes, and three seconds. She performed the swim using breaststroke and without a wetsuit, in what she called her 'Reconciliation Swim,' to raise awareness and funds for the Goedgedacht Trust's 'Path Onto Prosperity' centers. The swim was her fourth attempt and was supported by Big Bay Events. Prytz, a music teacher and martial arts instructor from the southern suburbs, has previously completed other challenging swims, including a round trip across the Sound of Iona in Scotland.

Dr. Ashley Naidoo, the new CEO of CapeNature, is focused on addressing the challenges of managing the Western Cape's nature reserves, including fire season and poaching. He emphasizes stakeholder engagement, diversity, and education to preserve the region's unique biodiversity. Naidoo advocates for proactive climate change planning, aiming to future-proof infrastructure against extreme weather events. CapeNature's initiatives, like the Cubs Club, aim to increase environmental awareness among youth.