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Johannesburg Property Company retreats amid backlash over parks cash grab

The Johannesburg Property Company’s (JPC) attempts to “alienate” historic properties, including public spaces for sale or lease, seem to be coming unstuck.
Source: Wikimedia Commons.
Source: Wikimedia Commons.

Concern erupted among Johannesburg residents after a council agenda in late June suggested that several public open spaces – including Marks Park and surrounding greenbelt areas – could be up for sale or re-leasing agreements.

Daily Maverick can also report that the Bryanston Sports Club has been on JPC’s radar screen, but it is undermining its attempts to monetise such assets through its blundering approach.

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Source: Daily Maverick

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