RIC pumps P82m into Old Naledi real estate development project
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 | 2750 Views |
Land development project at Old Naledi. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO
The development aims to transform Old Naledi area with state-of-the-art residential units and retail establishments comprising a mall and dwellings. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, Boatametse, Modukanele, said the development will facelift the appearance, revive the economy and social status of Old Naledi. “We anticipate that Eco City Precinct One will offer high-quality residential and shopping environments,” he said at the ground breaking ceremony last week, “Additionally, the development promises to create employment opportunities for local residents of Old Naledi, boosting the area’s economic growth,” Modukanele added.
The Eco City Precinct One project will include 300 townhouses and apartments, addressing the increasing demand for housing. It will also feature student accommodation, a shopping mall, a fuel station, and other commercial facilities. In addition, serviced plots will be available for purchase, catering to a range of residential needs. RIC Development’s Eco City Precinct One promises to be a significant asset for Gaborone, delivering modern infrastructure, creating job opportunities, and contributing to local community development. The project comes at a time when the local property market continues to be robust, mainly driven by growing demand especially in the residential segment.
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