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Melrose Arch: Where Business Thrives Amid Unmatched Efficiency in Johannesburg

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Melrose Arch

The place where everything works so you can, too

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, September 2, 2024/APO Group/ — 

Located at the heart of Johannesburg, Melrose Arch (www.MelroseArch.co) is the city’s premier mixed-use precinct, seamlessly integrating business, leisure, and living. Perfectly positioned between Sandton and Rosebank, and with easy access to the M1 highway, it offers unparalleled infrastructure, including uninterrupted power, a dependable water supply, and eco-friendly systems. 

In Johannesburg’s dynamic landscape, Melrose Arch stands as a beacon of modern urbanism. This exceptional mixed-use precinct harmoniously combines work, leisure, and living spaces, presenting a distinctive blend of convenience and sophistication. 

Melrose Arch is synonymous with self-sufficiency and seamless operation. In a city often challenged by power outages, water shortages, and utility inefficiencies, it offers a refreshing alternative. Solar energy ensures an uninterrupted power supply, while a reliable backup water system guarantees consistent availability. The precinct’s advanced water chiller system maintains a comfortable indoor climate, complemented by an eco-friendly waste recycling system that underscores its commitment to sustainability. The verdant gardens and clean air further elevate the quality of life, while the expansive super-basement network offers ample parking and ease of access across the precinct. 

The Ideal Business Environment 
Melrose Arch is the perfect locale for businesses seeking modern, adaptable office spaces. The precinct features a range of commercial properties tailored to various business needs. For instance, 34 Melrose Boulevard boasts a central atrium that floods the space with natural light, while 39 Melrose Boulevard, offers a four-star green rating and state-of-the-art conferencing facilities. This seven-story structure, prominently situated on the M1 highway, provides excellent visibility for corporate branding and ample parking options. 

At 10 High Street, the top floors offer breathtaking views of the internal gardens and uninterrupted views of the city skyline. The building has direct access to the vibrant retail galleria and lush green spaces. The building is conveniently located near the Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch and The Protea Fire and Ice hotel. 

All buildings within the precinct benefit from a robust fibre optic network, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity with dual-source redundancy. The building management system includes advanced access control and intercoms, with telephony and data services available on-site if required. 

Why Choose Melrose Arch? 
Businesses at Melrose Arch enjoy direct access to landlords, enabling swift decision-making and on-site management. The precinct boasts 24/7 security, a dedicated control room, and secure parking with panic buttons. With its uninterrupted solar-powered electricity and backup water systems, Melrose Arch ensures seamless business continuity. 

Centrally located with easy access to the M1 highway via Corlett Drive and Athol Oaklands off-ramps, Melrose Arch is a coveted address for blue-chip companies such as South 32, Glencore, and Pepsi Co. It’s also conveniently close to the Rosebank Gautrain station and regular Gautrain commuter bus routes. 

Hotels and conferencing on the property  
Melrose Arch has four world-class hotels, with a total of over 700 rooms. The five-star Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch and the Marriott Executive Apartments Melrose Arch connect discerning international business travellers to one of the most sought-after long-stay destinations in Johannesburg. The African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection, and contemporary four-star Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Melrose Arch offer ideal accommodation, whether one is conferencing, meeting or simply looking for a leisure stay.   

The Venue Melrose Arch offers a complete events solution with a fresh, modern approach. With emphasis on exceptional service, sensational food & in-house technical equipment this facility has conference rooms to host events for 25-800 people, and provide an unforgettable experience.  

A Commitment to Sustainability 
Leading the way in Johannesburg’s sustainability efforts, Melrose Arch operates an eco-centre for waste sorting and recycling, and a district cooling system that conserves energy.  Year to date, it has recycled 89% of its waste, saved significant quantities of CO2, water, trees, and electricity, and generates 3.2MW of clean solar energy annually. 

Beyond its business appeal, Melrose Arch offers a vibrant lifestyle with over 100 local and international retail brands, diverse dining options, luxury hotels, and state-of-the-art health clubs. Tree-lined streets and green spaces create a delightful environment for work and relaxation. 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Melrose Arch.

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Canada–Africa Financing Forum to Convene Investors and Decision-Makers in Cape Town – May 14, 2026

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This timely Forum comes on the heels of commitments announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, deepening Canada–Africa commercial ties and expanding investment partnerships

TORONTO, Canada, April 29, 2026/APO Group/ –The Canada–Africa Chamber of Business (https://CanadaAfrica.ca) will convene investors, financiers, policymakers, and industry leaders in Cape Town on May 14, 2026 for the Canada–Africa Financing Forum—a high-level platform focused on unlocking capital and accelerating deal flow across African markets.

Registration is open (http://apo-opa.co/4vZN6oV)

This timely Forum comes on the heels of commitments announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, deepening Canada–Africa commercial ties and expanding investment partnerships. The program connects leaders from venture capital, private equity, and institutional investors to examine where capital is moving—and where the next opportunities lie—supported by Canadian project partners with proven capacity to deliver on-the-ground.

Delegates will engage directly with finance and investment decision-makers, following the program opening, featuring messages from President Cyril Ramaphosa and Prime Minister Mark Carney, in addition to high-level Ministerial representation.

This Forum is about capital deployment, not just conversation

“This Forum is about capital deployment, not just conversation,” said Garreth Bloor, President of the Canada–Africa Chamber of Business. “We are convening investors, institutions, and project leaders who are actively shaping transactions across Africa—and connecting them directly with Canadian partners who are ready to work together.”

The Canada–Africa Financing Forum reflects the Chamber’s role as a privately financed, market-led platform advancing Canada-Africa trade and investment through world-class networking and information-sharing events.

Why Attend

  • Direct access to active dealmakers and capital allocators
  • Insights into where capital is being deployed and key players delivering major projects
  • Opportunities to build partnerships across Canada and African markets
  • Participation in a curated, high-level environment focused on execution

Secure Your Place

Space is limited and demand is strong.

Apply to secure your place (http://apo-opa.co/4vXb9oz)

Read More and View the Program (http://apo-opa.co/4vZN6oV)

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business.

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ORUN and 1xBET Partner to Support a Dynamic Creative Africa

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During the MASA 2026 edition, held from April 11 to 18, 2026, ORUN and 1xBET implemented the We Champion Talent program, an initiative aimed at promoting African talent and advancing the development of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs)

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, April 28, 2026/APO Group/ –As part of the Innovation Village co-organized with MASA at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan from April 14 to 18, ORUN (https://ORUN.Africa) announces the rollout of its partnership with 1xBET to support a creative Africa that is structuring itself, professionalizing, and scaling across the continent.

We aim to demonstrate that it is possible to support African talent, narratives, and creative ecosystems over the long term, with ambition and consistency

Designed as a space of convergence between heritage, innovation, and knowledge transmission, the Innovation Village features scenography crafted by Ivorian artisans, a program of panels and masterclasses on creative industries, an immersive experience produced by Orun Studios, and a major institutional highlight on April 17. Its narrative platform is built around three pillars: memory, structure, and transmission. The initiative aims to position cultural and creative industries as an economic driver for the continent.

“The Innovation Village was conceived as an act of construction. By partnering with organizations such as 1xBET, we aim to demonstrate that it is possible to support African talent, narratives, and creative ecosystems over the long term, with ambition and consistency,” said Habyba Thiero, CEO of Africa Currency Network and President of ORUN.

This vision aligns with ORUN’s broader ambition to produce, structure, and internationalize African creative industries through events, content, and strategic partnerships.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of ORUN, part of African Currency Network (ACN).

 

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MIR Holding Reaffirms Its Commitment to African Creative Industries Alongside ORUN at Marché des Arts du Spectacle Africain d’Abidjan (MASA) 2026

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More than event support, this partnership reflects a commitment to backing platforms capable of structuring value chains, increasing the visibility of talent, and fostering the emergence of strong African creative infrastructures

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, April 28, 2026/APO Group/ –On the occasion of MASA 2026, held from April 11 to 18 in Abidjan, MIR Holding (https://MIRHolding.odoo.com) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of African creative industries by partnering with ORUN as part of the Innovation Village, hosted at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan. This presence reflects a clear intention to support the scaling of cultural and creative industries so they can fully contribute to job creation and value generation across the continent.

 

Co-organized by ORUN and MASA, the Innovation Village brought together over several days scenography designed by Ivorian artisans, a program of panels and masterclasses dedicated to creative industries, an immersive experience produced by Orun Studios, and a key institutional highlight on April 17.

At MIR Holding, we believe that Africa’s future will also be shaped by its ability to structure its narratives, its talent, and its creative value chains

Built around three pillars — memory, structure, and transmission — the initiative carried a renewed ambition for culture: positioning it as a concrete lever for economic structuring and African projection.

By supporting this initiative, MIR Holding aligns with a broader dynamic aimed at strengthening connections between creation, entrepreneurship, content, youth, and growth ecosystems. More than event support, this partnership reflects a commitment to backing platforms capable of structuring value chains, increasing the visibility of talent, and fostering the emergence of strong African creative infrastructures. MIR Holding stands among the main partners of the Village, alongside Africa Currency Network and other stakeholders engaged in this vision.

“With ORUN, we are not only seeking to make culture visible. We aim to help provide it with a framework, a reach, and a trajectory. What is at stake here is the continent’s ability to better transform its creative energy into sustainable value, real opportunities, and influence,” said Habyba Thiero, CEO of Africa Currency Network and President of ORUN.

Mouhamed Dieng, President of MIR Holding, added: “Supporting Africa’s creative industries is not about backing a secondary sector. It is about investing in one of the continent’s most powerful spaces for storytelling, youth, innovation, and competitiveness. At MIR Holding, we believe that Africa’s future will also be shaped by its ability to structure its narratives, its talent, and its creative value chains.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of MIR Holding.

 

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