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From Vision to Impact: Ten Years of Building a Thriving Philippi
Outgoing CEO Thomas Swana reflects on a decade of partnership and persistence that helped transform Philippi.
Pedi
Dec 15, 20255 min read
Blossoming Futures: Philippi Agrihub's Countdown to Operation
Agrihub is on the brink of transforming into a commission-based fresh produce market for small-scale and commercial farmers.
Pedi
Dec 7, 20232 min read
Nurturing Young Entrepreneurs: Roots Project Thrives at Agrihub
Afriponics and Philippi Agrihub are providing Cape Town's youth with innovative agricultural opportunities. Entrepreneurship in bloom!
Pedi
Nov 9, 20232 min read
The City's Vision for Philippi’s Transformation Gains Momentum
Pedi guides City's Spatial Planning & Environment Portfolio Committee in exploring Philippi Opportunity Area
Pedi
Aug 21, 20232 min read
Philippi Agrihub Expected to be Buzzing with Farmers and Buyers Again
The Philippi Agrihub will finally get to operate as intended following years of leaps and losses due to a lack of proper planning and...
Weekend Argus
May 13, 20233 min read
Mayor Launches Philippi Agrihub to Support Sustainable Agriculture
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis and Ald. James Vos were joined by representatives from various departments and government agencies to...
Pedi
Sep 13, 20222 min read
New Precinct Management Unit Aims to Transform Philippi East
Philippi PMU aims to transform Philippi East with safety, cleanliness, access to services and community engagement.
Pedi
Sep 28, 20202 min read
Revitalizing Philippi: City Invests R40 Million in Agrihub Project
The City of Cape Town is set to embark on an exciting initiative with the launch of the Philippi Agrihub Project in Philippi East....
Pedi
Jun 18, 20202 min read
Urban Farmers to Be Trained in Organic Farming in Philippi
Council approves funding for Pedi to continue critical work in urban agriculture.
City of Cape Town
Jan 25, 20193 min read
Philippi Urban Agriculture Academy's First Year Reaps Success
The R3-million Pedi Urban Agriculture Academy has progressed from a construction site to a fully operational agricultural academy.
Pedi
Jun 7, 20182 min read
Junxion Mall in Philippi Finally Breaks Ground After 3 Years of Planning
After more than three years of planning, the Junxion Mall in Philippi, Cape Town, has finally broken ground. The mall will be the second...
Pedi
Feb 20, 20182 min read
Pedi's Urban Agriculture Academy and Waste to Food Initiative Launched
Pedi Urban Agriculture Academy and Waste to Food initiative launch in Philippi, revolutionizing urban farming and combatting poverty.
Pedi
Jun 5, 20172 min read
Industrial Survey Reveals Philippi Opportunities
Philippi a potential hotspot for the development of a metal industry cluster.
Pedi
Apr 26, 20163 min read
Pedi and Dhladhla Foundation to Develop Tunnel Farming Operation
The Philippi Economic Development Initiative (PEDI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Dhladhla Foundation to develop a...
Pedi
Jan 28, 20162 min read
Philippi – New Gateway to the East
Agribusiness, transport links and proximity to the airport give the suburb much potential, writes Thomas Swana.
Weekend Argus
Jul 11, 20156 min read
Philippi Municipal Services Investigation
A study of a 287-hectare Philippi development opportunity, including infrastructure insights, for light industry and low-income housing.
HHO Africa
Jun 30, 20152 min read
Philippi East Business Retention and Expansion Survey
The BR&E programme aims to help local business become more competitive and create new employment opportunities.
Pedi
Dec 31, 20141 min read
Philippi Highest and Best Use Market Study
Demacon Market Studies assessed Philippi's potential for mixed-use development, focusing on industrial growth and strategic advantages.
Demacon Market Studies
Jan 15, 20142 min read
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