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Our story

At Attacq, we believe places have the power to shape everyday life in meaningful ways. This belief shapes our story – how we design, develop and manage our precincts, and how we make progress simpler, smarter, and more sustainable for the people and businesses we serve.

Purpose and vision

We want to have a positive impact in and through every place we create, while generating sustainable value for all stakeholders involved. We do this by building a real estate business that puts people first, leads with innovation, keeps our clients’ needs at the centre of our operations, and delivers solutions that work in real life.

Our vision is to be South Africa’s most trusted precinct developer and owner – creating connected, future-ready places where excellence comes standard.

High-profile clients

We consistently attract premium international and local brands, curate evolving retail mixes, and support business growth through places designed for performance and adaptability.

In-house expertise

Our strong internal capabilities help us stay ahead and keep delivering real value.

This means that every decision is made with long-term success in mind – balancing commercial performance with sustainability, community benefit, and real human connection.

Precinct development excellence

We design and deliver precincts that work well for people while also supporting business success.

Strategic leasing and client partnerships

We build long-term relationships that enable stable occupancy and sustained growth.

Disciplined asset management

Through proactive care and smart investment, we protect the quality and long-term value of every asset.

Operational excellence

Our efficient systems and hands-on management keep operations smooth, resilient, and cost-effective.

Sustainability and ESG integration

Renewable energy, water-saving solutions, and responsible governance help us reduce environmental impact and build lasting resilience.

Innovation and technology

Smart infrastructure, data insights, and adaptable design keep our precincts flexible, relevant, and ready for the future.

How we create value

Value, for us, goes beyond financial returns. It’s about building resilient precincts that work for people today, and stay relevant tomorrow.

Our strength lies in our integrated business model – combining development expertise, strategic leasing, asset optimisation and disciplined capital management. This holistic approach allows us to unlock value at every stage of the property lifecycle, from vision and planning through to long-term precinct stewardship.

Placemaking

Placemaking is at the heart of how we think about property. For us, it’s more than a design approach – it’s a people-first philosophy. We consider how people move, work, shop, rest, and connect, and we design around those everyday rhythms.

Our precincts bring together safety and security, walkability, intuitive layouts, green spaces, and memorable community events that make each place feel welcoming and alive.

Leadership

Our leadership team guides Attacq with clear direction, accountability and a shared commitment to long-term value creation.

Their in-depth expertise across property, finance, and strategy ensures we continue to grow responsibly while delivering value for all stakeholders.

Our history

2005

Attacq was formed as an investment holding company within the Atterbury group.

2008

Attacq secured development rights to Waterfall City.

2013

Attacq listed on the JSE as a capital-growth property company, and brought property and asset management in-house.

2016

Acquired a minority interest (18.77%) in AWIC.

Mall of Africa opened – the largest single-phase retail development ever built in Africa.

2017

Development management function brought in-house.

2018

Declared and paid a maiden dividend.

PwC Tower in Waterfall City completed (Attacq owned a 7.5% interest).

2020

Construction started on Ellipse Waterfall, our first residential development in Waterfall City.

Reduced our investment in MAS P.L.C. (from 20.7% to 6.5%) to strengthen our capital structure.

Deloitte's new South African head office in Waterfall City was completed (Attacq owned a 50.1% interest).

2022

Nexus Waterfall was completed - our first Net Zero Carbon Level 1-certified building and Attacq's new head office.

Signed our first Power Purchase Agreement (for independent renewable energy supply).

First data centre was completed.

Attacq achieved Level 1 B-BBEE status.

2023

Ellipse Waterfall Phase 2 (Tower 3) was completed.

2024

Completed the Waterfall City transaction – disposing of 30% of AWIC to the Government Employees Pension Fund.

Acquired remaining 20.2% in Mall of Africa.

Increased our interest in Waterfall City Junction to 50%.

2025

Aspire Waterfall City was launched – our second major residential development in Waterfall City.

Opened 156 000m² prime logistics space at Waterfall City Junction.

Disposed of our Rest of Africa retail portfolio – in exchange for a 4.47% interest in Lango Real Estate Ltd.

Mall of Africa earned an Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies Advanced certification – the largest global real estate asset to achieve this rating.

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