A bold urban story is unfolding between uMhlanga and Ballito, The Sibaya Precinct, one of South Africa’s best-performing mixed-use coastal developments. Spanning over 1,000 hectares of prime land, this area has been master-planned for sustainable living, working, shopping, and leisure, whilst 60% of its land is preserved as green spaces. Sibaya offers a rare combination of natural beauty and modern urban convenience, allowing residents to connect with nature whilst enjoying all the amenities of city life. Devmco Group’s vision is to curate this into KZN’s premium coastal city in the forest.
The precinct’s journey began nearly a decade ago, with the first sod turned in 2016. Since then, Sibaya has steadily evolved from blueprint to reality, attracting billions in investment and emerging as one of the North Coast’s most vibrant property nodes. Devmco Group, the precinct’s master developer, has consistently expanded its offerings, ensuring each milestone aligns with the long-term vision of a self-sustaining, connected urban destination.
The Tides are Turning
Sibaya’s growth has been defined by landmark projects that offer investors unparalleled opportunities along KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast. At the heart of the precinct is a vibrant mixed-use hub seamlessly combining residential, retail, and leisure offerings. Salta Sibaya introduces retirement living with modern apartments integrated with healthcare and wellness facilities, while OceanDune Sibaya offers sleek ocean-view apartments for professionals, Pebble Beach delivers a family-focused resort lifestyle, and the thriving Gold Coast Estate has already proven its market appeal.
With over R8 billion in development value to date and an additional R5 billion due to be invested, Sibaya is far more than a collection of properties; it is a fully integrated, world-class coastal ecosystem, delivering long-term growth and lifestyle appeal. Looking ahead, the precinct’s key nodes unlock significant potential with Node 1 strengthening the gateway with strategic infrastructure and connectivity; Node 5 expanding on residential and lifestyle offerings; Node 6, known as Salta, broadening retail and lifestyle amenities; and Node 7 introducing high-value, integrated developments that connect and unify the entire precinct.
A Precinct for Every Stage of Life
What makes Sibaya unique is its ability to cater to every lifestyle. Young professionals and frequent travellers benefit from low-maintenance apartments with ocean views. Families thrive in Pebble Beach, Gold Coast Estate, and Salta Sibaya, enjoying freestanding homes, play areas, and resort-style amenities. Retirees are drawn to Shoreline Sibaya and Capri Village for secure, wellness-integrated living, while investors and holidaymakers value the precinct’s coastal location and strong rental demand. By addressing these varied needs, Sibaya has become a multi-generational, connected community, where life, work, and leisure intersect seamlessly.
Infrastructure & Connectivity – The New Wave Ahead
June 2025 marked a defining chapter with the launch of Sibaya Coastal precinct’s managed infrastructure rollout. Pedestrian, cycling, and golf cart pathways, an underpass beneath the M27, and the widening of the M27 and the introduction of innovative tear-drop interchanges and signalised intersections. This will unlock seamless mobility across the precinct. “It’s about creating a precinct where you can live, work, shop, and play without ever needing to get into your car. This level of pedestrianisation is not something many areas within KwaZulu-Natal or even South Africa can lay claim to,” says Brad Winstanley, Commercial Director at Devmco Group.
The precinct’s next phase promises 400 new residential units, alongside 100,000 m² of retail and office space, a dedicated medical node, a design district, and flagship hospitality projects. Plans are also underway for a conference and expo centre as well as a state-of-the-art Porsche automotive centre, reinforcing Sibaya’s position as a self-sustaining urban hub. Innovative office offerings allow businesses to purchase spaces ranging from 100 m² to 1,000 m², which will be integrated with transport, parks, and retail amenities—a testament to Sibaya’s forward-thinking urban design. Development is underway on a lifestyle shopping centre, tenanted by premium brands, as well as a stand-alone flagship Hertex showroom in the precinct.
A Vision with Economic & Community Impact
Sibaya has already created thousands of construction jobs, with permanent employment opportunities growing as retail, healthcare, and hospitality facilities come online. Local businesses benefit from the rising population and visitor base, creating a sustainable economic ecosystem. Community initiatives, such as investment in schools and social programmes, highlight Sibaya’s commitment to long-term generational impact.
For Devmco, Sibaya is about more than short-term returns. “This isn’t a short-term investment strategy, it’s a generational vision,” explains Winstanley. From its first groundbreaking to its transformation into a connected, multi-use city, Sibaya is moving from blueprint to benchmark. With infrastructure underway, new developments on the horizon, and an unwavering focus on community, the precinct is going to change coastal living along the KZN North Coast, leaving a lasting legacy of sustainable urban growth.