Rode Publications & Media, a provider of real estate market research and insights in South Africa, has entered into a strategic investment agreement with REdimension Capital. This partnership marks a key step in the company’s evolution, focusing on digital transformation and expansion in the real estate intelligence sector.
Gavin Commins, Director of Rode Publications & Media, commented, “This investment is a major milestone for us. With REdimension’s expertise, networks, and resources, we are well-positioned to accelerate growth and develop an innovative intelligence platform. Our team is committed to transforming how real estate stakeholders access and use data and insights.”
The investment, sourced from the REdimension Real Estate Technology and Sustainability Fund I, will help Rode Publications & Media enhance its platform, offering more accessible and data-driven insights to real estate professionals. This move aligns with the growing demand for real-time data, transparency, and efficiency in property decision-making.
Founded in 1987 as Rode & Associates Property Consultants and Valuers, the company initially specialised in property valuations, market research, and consultancy. Over time, it became known for its rigorous surveys of market rental levels and capitalisation rates, setting benchmarks for property valuation in South Africa.
In 2024, Rode Publications & Media was established as a separate entity, rebranding and digitising its market research and intelligence services.
With its strong reputation and extensive datasets, Rode Publications & Media aims to become the top source of real estate intelligence in South Africa and potentially expand across Africa.
Peter Clark and Matthew Marshall, Partners at REdimension Capital, added, “Rode Publications has a long history of producing trusted research for the property and financial services sectors. We see a significant opportunity to create a leading digital market intelligence platform for real estate. Rode is well-placed to set new standards in real estate data and analytics, and we are excited to support its success.”
