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Growthpoint’s George Muchanya talks healthcare and student accommodation fund listing plans

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Following last week’s announcement of the Growthpoint Healthcare Property Holdings deal to acquire Auria Senior Living for R2.4bn, the head of Growthpoint Investment Partners shares latest insights on the expansion into these specialist real estate asset classes.

13 Oct 2025 English South Africa Investing · Business

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