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IOL News
11-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
LOOK: Inside the properties of the ultra-rich on Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard
Fit for a king. Sweeping views, luxury living and the sound of waves make the Atlantic Seaboard a popular choice for international and local investors. Image: Courtesy of Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty Smooth operating property agents are selling sunsets - staggeringly stylish apartments and beach bungalows with prime views of Cape Town's Atlantic ocean - at record high prices. Wherever you go along the city's Atlantic Seaboard, you will see construction cranes - concrete evidence that developments are taking place in the sought after precinct. A noticeable jump in upper-end property sales in the city has seen foreign and local investors secure properties that can only appreciate as Cape Town clinches accolade after accolade, whether from a lifestyle perspective or that of tourists who have helped carve a niche for the mother city. Whichever way you look at it, Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard is on the up, with luxury properties - from apartments through to beach bungalows - fetching prices beyond most people's dreams. Warrick Wiegand of Law Real Estate recently sold a bungalow at Glen Beach for R79 million - believed to be among the highest amounts paid for a beach house in the areas of Clifton, Camps Bay and Bakoven. The Gqeberha buyer will not be left wanting for much. The property took 10 years to design and curate, creating a breathtaking space with expansive views of the ocean, the Twelve Apostles, and easy access onto the white sandy shore. "It is a one of a kind masterpiece, and is the only three-level bungalow on Glen Beach and possibly one of the best positions in the world," Wiegand said, when asked about the hefty price tag.. He said that according to PIRI, a global residential index, Cape Town showed 5.1 percent growth over the first two quarters of 2025, with the global average across 45 luxury cities being 2.8 percent. "This is a remarkable feat, considering the fierce competition among the world's luxury markets. "This can, in my opinion, be attested to a degree to global buyers discovering Cape Town, many for the first time, for what it truly is, a city of lifestyle, great value, beauty of nature and most importantly potential for growth!" Last month, the Atlantic Seaboard secured full title sales amounting to R318 million, with the average home price fetching R31.8 million, up from R91 million, with an average price of R15.3 million for the same period last year. Sectional title sales raked in almost R472 million, with apartments averaging prices of R8.74 million. Wiegand also noted how close properties are selling to asking prices, with sectional title sales receiving 95.75 percent of asking price, on average. Lance Cohen, owner of Lance Real Estate, who sold an apartment at Clifton with an asking price of R145 million, believes the buoyed market is linked to global instability, and the fact that many South Africans are returning home after many years of living abroad. That's a lot of money, so does the place boast a cinema, wine cellar or "secret" room? Cohen laughs at this, admitting it has neither, but said it has top-end finishes, including marble, and that the apartment has its own elevator that takes you a stone's throw away from the shore. "It's all about location, really." "We are not getting the bad press as an unsafe city any longer, so good press and more flights coming in means more visitors. People get to see the infrastructure, that the city is well managed and is cheaper than say Dubai and other places. "We also have upcountry buyers, but when people come here from overseas for the first time, they fall in love with the city and want to settle," Cohen said. "A lot of buyers have homes in various places, so those from the northern hemisphere find it an attractive option to come here in winter, while the Emiratis like coming here in winter to dodge their extreme heat of summer." On the rental side of things, Cohen believes a shortage in rental stock has also pushed up selling prices, resulting in buyers investing so that they can rent out their properties. "We have a situation where there is huge demand and little supply which pushes up prices, but in my opinion, the market has never been better and stronger. "The great demand has led to spill-over to places like Constantia and Bishopscourt because of the shortage of stock on the Atlantic Seaboard," he said. Asked what made the Atlantic Seaboard so attractive, Cohen said: "Safety and security, the best climate in the country and accessibility to Blue Flag beaches and of course the views." Commanding views and a price tag that could take your breath away, this property is on the market for R110 million. Image: Courtesy of Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty Chad Shapiro, senior operations and systems manager at Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty Atlantic Seaboard, said that although they do have upcountry buyers, the bulk are foreigners. "We do have some properties that you could say are very expensive, and we get retorts of 'how can you charge so much', but the Atlantic Seaboard warrants its pricing, which is more comparable to the global market," he said. Asked what was so special about these properties that they fetch such high prices, Shapiro said the primary purchase reward is location. "The Cape Town Ciry centre and Atlantic Seaboard both offer superior position as well as weather, the south Easter misses many of our suburbs when it is in full flight and this has borne a strong desire for holiday making near all the premium beaches and in turn long term residency, property ownership and business locality which is also considered to be highly exclusive. "Views and proximity to amazing food, entertainment, sightseeing and recreational activities also bring property pricing to a premium; you are buying a location as well as a lifestyle." With the property market in this precinct looking so promising, agents say the trend is likely to sustain its momentum.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jets Pay Big Bucks to Cleverly Sign German Behemoth
The New York Jets weren't done adding rookies to their roster following the NFL Draft, they've been very active in the undrafted free agent market, with one name sticking out above the rest. The Jets inked German offensive tackle Leander Wiegand to a deal that contains a handsome $249,000 guarantee, the largest of any UDFA player they've signed this season and one of the highest UDFA contracts around the league. Advertisement The Jets clearly believe in Wiegand's potential, and likely signifies that he will be the team's International Player Pathway practice squad representative, a clever move which doesn't count against team roster totals. Wiegand boasts a glowing athletic profile. Wiegand stands at 6-foot-5, 318 pounds, and he truly packs a punch. At his pro day, he did 38 reps on the 225 bench press, five more than any player at this year's NFL Combine and seven more than Jets' first round pick Armand Membou, who posted the best performance among offensive tackles at the combine. Wiegand had an unconventional path to the NFL. He originally committed to play for the UFC Knights in 2021, but after a few months left the school and returned to Germany for personal reasons. He continued on his football career in Europe, first playing for the Cologne Centurions before becoming a major piece of the Rhein Fire's championship-winning offense. Wiegand was named first-team All-ELF that season. In 2024, Wiegand joined the Munich Ravens, where he was coached by former Cleveland Browns All-Pro tackle Joe Thomas. Advertisement Wiegand has demonstrated positional versatility in his time in Europe. When playing with the Rhein Fire, he caught a touchdown pass after lining up at tight end. He's also had plenty of experience lining up as an extra offensive lineman. New Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand and offensive line coach Steve Heiden (himself a former NFL tight end) could deploy Wiegand in a similar fashion to how Aaron Glenn's former team - the Detroit Lions - used fan favorite Dan Skipper, who would frequently line up as a jumbo extra lineman or an eligible receiver. The Jets are betting on Wiegand's physical traits to pan out, and he will challenge Obinna Eze for the Jets' designated IPP spot. Related: Ulbrich Offer Emotional Apology to QB Shedeur After 'Inexcusable' Prank Related: Jets QB Sadly Announces Retirement at Age 24
TECHx
11-03-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Axis Launches Multi-Door Network Controllers for Secure Access Control News Desk - 11/03/2025 ShareAxis Communications, a leader in network security and surveillance solutions, has introduced two advanced multi-door network controllers designed to offer seamless control for up to eight doors. The new AXIS A1710-B and AXIS A1810-B controllers simplify complex installations with onboard lock power, reducing setup time and minimizing installation complexity.The AXIS A1710-B model provides full control for up to four doors, supporting eight OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) readers and eight locks. Meanwhile, the AXIS A1810-B can manage up to eight doors, supporting 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks. Both controllers are compact and designed for centralized installations, ideal for security rooms and Axis or third-party cabinets. Their small footprint sets them apart from most door controllers in the market, making them a space-efficient solution.The controllers come equipped with built-in lock power management and color-coded connectors for easy cable management. Additionally, they support both OSDP readers out of the box, with an accessory available for Wiegand readers. These scalable, future-proof solutions are suitable for both small and large installations, with the ability to store up to 250,000 credentials and 250,000 event logs on each device.These door controllers seamlessly integrate with AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry or partner solutions, providing a comprehensive, all-in-one video and access control management system.Key Features:Centralized control for simplified installation.Full control for up to 8 doors.Onboard support for up to 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks.OSDP Verified for secure reader communication.Built-in cybersecurity features for enhanced protection.For added security, the controllers are protected by Axis Edge Vault, a hardware-based cybersecurity platform that safeguards sensitive information from unauthorized access. This ensures that cryptographic keys are securely stored in the onboard EAL6+ Certified compute module. The controllers offer flexible, secure authentication options, including multi-factor authentication for enhanced security.Axis Communications' new multi-door network controllers provide scalable, reliable, and secure access control solutions for modern security systems.
Axis Launches Multi-Door Network Controllers for Secure Access Control News Desk - Share Axis Communications, a leader in network security and surveillance solutions, has introduced two advanced multi-door network controllers designed to offer seamless control for up to eight doors. The new AXIS A1710-B and AXIS A1810-B controllers simplify complex installations with onboard lock power, reducing setup time and minimizing installation complexity. The AXIS A1710-B model provides full control for up to four doors, supporting eight OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) readers and eight locks. Meanwhile, the AXIS A1810-B can manage up to eight doors, supporting 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks. Both controllers are compact and designed for centralized installations, ideal for security rooms and Axis or third-party cabinets. Their small footprint sets them apart from most door controllers in the market, making them a space-efficient solution. The controllers come equipped with built-in lock power management and color-coded connectors for easy cable management. Additionally, they support both OSDP readers out of the box, with an accessory available for Wiegand readers. These scalable, future-proof solutions are suitable for both small and large installations, with the ability to store up to 250,000 credentials and 250,000 event logs on each device. These door controllers seamlessly integrate with AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry or partner solutions, providing a comprehensive, all-in-one video and access control management system. Key Features: Centralized control for simplified installation. for simplified installation. Full control for up to 8 doors. for up to 8 doors. Onboard support for up to 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks. for up to 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks. OSDP Verified for secure reader communication. for secure reader communication. Built-in cybersecurity features for enhanced protection. For added security, the controllers are protected by Axis Edge Vault, a hardware-based cybersecurity platform that safeguards sensitive information from unauthorized access. This ensures that cryptographic keys are securely stored in the onboard EAL6+ Certified compute module. The controllers offer flexible, secure authentication options, including multi-factor authentication for enhanced security. Axis Communications' new multi-door network controllers provide scalable, reliable, and secure access control solutions for modern security systems.
Channel Post MEA
11-03-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Axis Communications Announces Two Multi-Door Network Controllers
Axis Communications has announced two multi-door network controllers offering complete control for up to eight doors. With onboard lock power, these all-in-one door controllers simplify installations and minimize complexity. AXIS A1710-B offers full control for up to four doors including support for eight OSDP readers and eight locks, whereas AXIS A1810-B can control for up to eight doors and includes support for 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks. These compact barebone devices offer a smaller footprint design than most door controllers on the market. They're designed for centralized installation with Axis and third-party cabinets, for instance, in security rooms. Thanks to built-in lock power management, they simplify complex installations. Additionally, the connectors are color-coded for easy cable management. With out-of-the-box support for OSDP readers and an optional accessory for Wiegand readers, these scalable and future-proof door controllers are optimized for both small and large installations. It's possible to store up to 250k credentials and 250k event logs on each device. Furthermore, they can be used together with AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry or partner solutions to provide a scalable, all-in-one video and access control management system. Key features include: Centralized control simplifies installation Full control for up to 8 doors Onboard support for up to 16 OSDP readers and 16 locks OSDP Verified for secure reader communication Built-in cybersecurity features Axis Edge Vault, a hardware-based cybersecurity platform, safeguards the device and protects sensitive information from unauthorized access. It also ensures cryptographic keys are safely and securely stored in the onboard EAL6+ Certified compute module. These products are Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) Verified to ensure secure bidirectional communication. Additionally, they offer flexible and secure authentication using different types of credentials and multi-factor authentication ensures enhanced security. 0 0
