Burstone Group establishes R5.4 billion South African funds management platform

Burstone Group Limited has officially unveiled its inaugural South African funds management platform, creating a R5.4 billion structure. This new vehicle, designated as the SA Core Plus platform, represents a major step forward as the firm continues its evolution toward a capital-efficient, diversified international real estate investment and funds management operation.

Seeding the platform

To establish the new business venture, Burstone is committing an initial portfolio to serve as the foundation of the SA Core Plus platform. This move marks an operational shift for the group within the domestic commercial property landscape, establishing a dedicated structure for managing real estate assets locally.

Implications for the property sector

The creation of this multi-billion rand platform alters the deployment of capital within the domestic market, providing fresh avenues for investment in commercial property. For participants tracking local property investments and corporate real estate strategies, the move highlights an ongoing structural transition among major South African property groups toward capital-efficient management models.

Source: SA REIT, 28 September 2026.

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