Preparations are in full swing for the highly anticipated grand opening of the Soshanguve Mall, a transformational retail development set to mark a new era of local growth and opportunity.
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The 55 500m² double-tiered retail centre, which replaces the original Soshanguve Plaza, represents one of the most significant redevelopments in recent years. Teams on the ground are working tirelessly to complete the final phase ahead of the November launch.
Developed by Cubisol, the mall has been built through close collaboration with community leaders and local businesses to ensure genuine inclusion for a project that has proudly been described as being for the people, by the people.
A boost to local employment
To date, the development has created almost 2000 jobs, with 30 – 40% of workers receiving formal training in construction and trade skills. Once operational, the mall is expected to sustain close to 3 700 permanent jobs, significantly boosting the local employment.
More than just a shopping destination
“The Soshanguve Mall is far more than just a shopping destination, it’s a catalyst for change,” says Andre von Bulow, Managing Director of Cubisol. “Local inclusion has been prioritised throughout, and deliberate efforts were made to ensure that local communities were always a part of the process.”
The Soshanguve Mall project has already invested in several community upliftment initiatives, including the upgrading of local soccer fields, the paving of Memezelo Secondary School, and the cleaning of Ward 94’s dumping area.
Anchored by leading national retailers, alongside a range of smaller local traders, the mall brings culture and commerce together in one vibrant space.
“The excitement within the community is palpable,” comments von Bulow. “We recognised Soshanguve’s economic potential over a decade ago, and our approach has always been one of partnership and empowerment. This mall isn’t just about retail, it’s about creating jobs and building confidence in what the communities achieve when working together.”
The Soshanguve Mall Grand Opening takes place on Friday, 21 November, 2025, at 10.30am, at Buitekant Street, Soshanguve.
Here’s the Soshanguve Mall Fact Sheet
- The greater Soshanguve population is currently over 906,000
- The Tshwane region contributes 26.8% to the Gauteng Province’s GDP
- Soshanguve Mall is being developed in 2 phases in the space that previously housed the original Soshanguve Plaza shopping centre:
- Phase 1: The 7 500m2 Value Centre, which opened in April 2024
- Phase 2: The 55 500m2 double-tiered retail centre, due for completion in the last quarter of 2025
- To date, the construction project has provided 1 959 jobs within Soshanguve and estimations are that close to 3 700 full-time employment opportunities will be created post-construction
- In terms of skills development, 30-40% of the workforce on the project has received training and upskilling to date. Types of training/skills development include:
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- Practical Experience: Many local workers have gained hands-on experience on-site, including skills in masonry, carpentry, and general construction
- Workshops and Short Courses: Workshops from training and assisting local businesses in their operations and profitability; to upskilling business on health and safety standards; to step-by-step guides on how to use construction equipment have been held
- 39 interns/apprentices are currently involved in the project and will receive full time employment upon completion. Of this, 41% are females
- The project has significantly boosted local employment, with a focus on hiring from the surrounding community. This has had a direct impact on the local economy, increasing household income and improving livelihoods
- Significant components of the construction budget have been allocated to local suppliers, contractors and service providers
- Key social development initiatives tied to the project include:
- Soccer field improvements for local kids (Sports)
- Memezelo Secondary School paving project (Education)
- Cleaning Ward 94 dumping area (Environmental)
- Confirmed tenants in the Soshanguve Mall include, Shoprite, Mr Price, TFG, Cashbuild, SPAR, all major banks, Pepkor Group, KFC, Chicken Licken, OBC Chicken, Famous Brands, Dis-Chem, Clicks, Woolworths, Edgars, Liquor City and many more
- The name ‘Soshanguve’ speaks to the Sotho, Shangaan, Nguni and Venda tribes (So-Sha-Ngu-Ve) that were resettled from Mamelodi and Atteridgeville in 1974.
- Soshanguve is situated in a 2 000-hectare heritage site where the Tswaing Meteorite Crater has become a worldwide attraction.
Here’s Soshanguve Mall opening hours: Mon – Fri 8:30 – 18:00 · Sat: 7:30 – 17:00 · Sun & Public Holidays 9:00 – 15:00.
The Soshanguve Mall address is Buitekant Street, Soshanguve in South Africa.
For construction and tenant updates, visit www.soshanguve-mall.co.za
