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R3.96 Trillion Global Investment Giant Could Help Turn Johannesburg Around

By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News | 18 October 2026

Johannesburg’s infrastructure crisis



JOHANNESBURG — Johannesburg’s infrastructure crisis has renewed questions about whether private-sector investment can help restore the city’s essential services and economic confidence.

According to reporting by Bloomberg, published by BusinessTech on 16 October 2026, Ninety One chief executive Hendrik du Toit says his company is exploring ways to support efforts to turn Johannesburg around.

Private investment could offer new opportunities

Ninety One is an international asset-management company with South African roots. Du Toit’s remarks have brought fresh attention to the potential role of private capital in supporting infrastructure projects.

The approach described in the reporting involves mobilising domestic investment first and attracting international capital once measurable progress has been demonstrated.

Water interruptions, deteriorating roads, municipal financial pressures and unreliable services affect residents, businesses and investors.

Residents need results

For communities in the inner city, infrastructure failures affect families, informal traders, property owners, workers and children trying to study in safe and functional environments.

Reliable water, electricity, roads and public infrastructure are essential to restoring confidence in the city.

Any private-sector involvement must be accompanied by transparent agreements, responsible financial management, clear public accountability and evidence that projects are delivering results.

Accountability must remain central

Private investment cannot replace the responsibility of municipal leadership to provide essential services and manage public resources effectively.

Public-private partnerships may offer expertise and funding, but residents deserve transparency about project costs, financing arrangements, delivery targets and benefits to local communities.

Johannesburg’s future depends on delivery

Investment announcements alone will not solve the city's challenges. Progress must be measured by improvements residents can see: fewer service interruptions, maintained roads, reliable infrastructure and stronger opportunities for local businesses.

Insight Jozi News will continue to follow developments affecting Johannesburg’s economy, infrastructure and communities.

Source acknowledgement: Based on information supplied from BusinessTech’s report drawing on Bloomberg reporting dated 16 October 2026. Independently rewritten by Noko Maleka for Insight Jozi News.

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