The Somerset West Social Housing project is located in Somerset West and is due to deliver 1,036 units.
Minister of Human Settlements Thembi Simelane has reaffirmed the need for affordable housing after launching a R576 million greenfield social housing project expected to benefit 1 036 residents in Cape Town.
A total of 208 units are now ready for occupation at the Somerset social housing project, which is expected to be completed by March 2027.
Speaking on Tuesday, Simelane said the demand for affordable housing remained overwhelming, with 15 000 applications received for residency.
“When portions of the sections that were completed became ready for tenants, 15 000 people applied and were processed, which shows the level of need we are facing,” she said.
