Mall expansion sparks council divide

Tuesday, May 05, 2026 | 40 Views |

A new mall in Jwaneng, initially expected to be welcomed with excitement, has instead deepened divisions amongst councillors following the awarding of a tender to MSDM Group. Whilst some councillors support the development, others have voiced strong opposition, turning what seemed like a straightforward investment into a contentious issue.

At the centre of the dispute is the mall along the Trans-Kalahari Corridor, which already hosts KFC and is now set to expand to accommodate additional retail outlets. Initially, the development occupied four hectares.

However, in a recent decision, councillors approved the allocation of an extra two hectares of previously undeveloped land after MSDM Group formally requested more space.

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