The approval by Nedbank Corporate Property Finance of R151 million in funding for the expansion of the Brandhouse warehouse facilities in Germiston reflects the confidence that one of SA's largest property finance institutions has in the stability and future of the country's commercial and industrial property sectors.

Emira participatory interest holders enjoyed a total return of 35,9% over the period, made up capital appreciation of 30% and an income return of 5,9% in respect of the distribution paid out participatory interest holders for the six months to end June 2008