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By Robin Booth

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Short-Term Rental Reg What South Africa can le from Global Challenges

By Robin Booth

The rapid rise of Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms has transformed the global property market . While these platforms have provided lucrative income opportunities for property owners and helped boost local tourism , they have also led to housing affordability concerns in many cities .

As a result , governments worldwide have introduced stricter regulations to curb shortterm rentals , with varying degrees of success .

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