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Construction on the Princess Mkabayi Mall in Vryheid , KwaZulu-Natal , is underway . Development is progressing quickly with earthworks having commenced and the mall already 75 % let - almost 18 months ahead of its October 2024 opening .
This project has been years in the making , with the original sod-turning ceremony taking place in 2021 . It has now gained pace , with the official site handover occurring at the beginning of this month and a site visit with shareholders , municipal representatives , and local role-players in June .
Named after the fierce Zulu warrior princess , which name was authorised and blessed by the late Zulu King , Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu in a meeting between His Majesty and Mr Roux Shabangu , the single-level 30,000m 2 regional mall will rival some of the best shopping destinations in the province and bring an air of sophistication to the retail landscape in the AbaQulusi Local Municipality area .
Designed by MDS Architecture , the mall is set to be the biggest consolidated retail offering in an almost 100-kilometre radius and will also form part of a larger mixed-use development that aims to eventually include an office park , a hotel and casino and upmarket apartments . The Princess Mkabayi Mall is co-owned by the reputable partnership of Moolman Group , Twin City , JB Holdings , and Green Giraffe , which has a wellestablished track record of partnering on and delivering , various large and successful projects .
Situated on a prime , easily accessible 23ha site , Princess Mkabayi Mall will be home to an exciting mix of national tenants and retailers that are not yet represented in the region . It will be anchored by Shoprite , Checkers , Dis-Chem , Woolworths with a food offering , and Clicks .
Even more exciting , says Ryno de Leeuw of Twin City , is that Princess Mkabayi Mall will be solar-powered and equipped with a generator to ensure non-stop shopping during load shedding . “ Adding to its environmentally friendly credentials , the mall will also have its own water plant from which water will be used in the irrigation system for the gardens ,” says de Leeuw .
Among the mall ’ s many highlights is its beautiful and deeply considered interior that has various artistic touchpoints and thoughtful details that create an excellent overall experience .
“ Shoppers at Mkabayi Mall will be able to enjoy free Wi-Fi , charging stations , workstations and comfortable seating ,” adds Moolman Group Retail Director Sonke Moolman-Pautz . “ The mall will include a large entertainment space and play area for children , a central meeting area , and eateries for all tastes .”
Ultimately , says Roux Shabangu of JB Holdings , Princess Mkabayi Mall will “ quench the need for a retail facility in the region and become a sought-after and convenient shopping destination for the people of its area and its province ”.
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