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PUTPROP LIMITED Annual Report 2024

Sep 5, 2024

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Integrated Annual Report

2024

for the year ended 30 June

WELCOME TO OUR 2024 INTEGRATED REPORT

Putprop is a South African-based Real Estate Company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).

This integrated report (IR or report) enables us to share our business activities, strategy and material themes with our key stakeholders. This report explains how our quality portfolio enables long-term value creation for providers of financial capital and other stakeholders. Given the variability in our operating context, we have highlighted the material uncertainties and our responses, where applicable.

For details on how this report was compiled and approved, please refer to pages 4 and 5.

Industrial

Rise of new asset classes

preferences

Changing consumer

Residential

BOARD COMMITTEES

ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION

GROUP OVERVIEW 2
About This Report 4
Who We Are 6
Vision And Values 7
Our Focus Areas 8
How We Are Structured 9
The year in review 10
Key Metrics 11
Portfolio Snapshot 14
Six Key Properties 16
MATERIALITY 28
Materiality Determination Process 30
LEADERSHIP REVIEWS 32
Message From Our Chairman 34
Message From The Chief Executive Officer 38
The Chief Financial Officer Comments 40
Our 10-Year Financial Performance Review 46
HOW WE CREATE VALUE 48
Our Business Model 50
Group Strategy 58
Enhancing Stakeholder Relationships 61
INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO 64
Our Investment Portfolio 66
SUSTAINABILITY REPORTS 88
Natural Environment 90
Our People 97
Community And Social Initiatives 101
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 112
Risk Management 115
Board Discussions 122
Board Of Directors 130
Corporate Governance Review 136

The Management Team 138

CONTENTS

KING IV APPLICATION 140

BOARD COMMITTEES 148
Delegation Of Authority 150
Audit Committee 151
Risk Committee 153
Remuneration, Nomination And Human ResourcesCommittee 155
Environmental, Social, Ethics, and TransformationCommittee 157
Remuneration, Nomination And Human ResourcesCommittee Report 159
Environmental, Social, Ethics, andTransformation Committee Report 163
Social And Ethics Activities And Focus Areas 165
ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 168
SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION 238
Corporate Information 254
Glossary 255

GROUP OVERVIEW

Small 5 and Putprop

When the majority of people visit the bush, the focus and aim is to see the big five - Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard. The so called "Small Five" (the Antlion, Leopard Tortoise, Rhino Beetle, Elephant Shrew and Buffalo Weaver) are often ignored for their ecological importance to the biodiversity and ecosystem that allows the African bush to survive.

Although the small five are seen as niche players in the ecology of the bush, and their size is smaller and not as impressive as the big five, their impact remains significant.

The Putprop Group, like the small five although smaller in size than the majority of players in the property sector, still has a significant impact in their space in which it operates.

As a niche player in the property sector of the JSE, Putprop embodies the essence of resilience, adaptability, and specialised strengths, much like these remarkable creatures. Each member of the Small Five, though not as famous as their larger counterparts, plays a crucial role in the ecosystem. Similarly, Putprop, through strategic investments and sustainable practices, contributes substantially to the South African property market, proving that size doesn't determine significance.

Just as the Small Five thrive in their unique niches, Putprop leverages its focused expertise and strategic approach to navigate the competitive landscape of the property sector, creating value and impact in its own operating niche.

This report pay homage to and honours the importance of the South African small five.

Resilience and Adaptability Specialised Strengths Significant Impact Despite Size Focused Expertise Community and Collaboration

ABOUT THIS REPORT 4
WHO WE ARE 6
VISION AND VALUES 7
OUR FOCUS AREAS 8
HOW WE ARE STRUCTURED 9
THE YEAR IN REVIEW 10
KEY METRICS 11
THE SMALL FIVE 12
PORTFOLIO SNAPSHOT 14
SIX KEY PROPERTIES 16

INTRODUCING THE SOUTH AFRICAN SMALL 5

Leopard Tortoise

Elephant Shrew

Buffalo Weaver

Ant Lion

Rhinoceros Beetle

ABOUT THIS REPORT

SCOPE AND BOUNDARY

Our integrated report aims to give all our stakeholdes' insight into the business model, performance, governance framework, strategies, risks, and opportunities that were utilised by the Group in its operations, during the year ended 30 June 2024.

In addition, where feasible, insights into future plans for creating sustainable value and growth for our shareholders will be presented.

Our objective in reporting is to provide stakeholders with a balanced view of our activities, to describe and explain management's decision-making processes as well as judgements made in these processes. This report should assist all our stakeholders in assessing Putprop's ability to create and sustain value. The Group believes that by following this approach it enables all stakeholders with information that is relevant to their investment decisions and interactions with the Group.

Our approach is to report on the significant issues arising within the business along with material matters identified through engagement with our stakeholders. This report covers all of the Group's business activities, sustainability, and financial performance of its subsidiaries from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024, as well as those entities over whose operating policies and practices Putprop exercises control or some influence. In addition, material post reporting date events are disclosed for the sake of completeness. Putprop continues to assess its reporting standards on an annual basis and where necessary, will continue to make additional disclosures in areas that may improve its reporting standards.

CORE BUSINESS ACTIVITY

Putprop's business comprises a single business activity, that of a listed property fund. The group owns and manages a portfolio of commercial, retail, industrial and residential properties with a fairly balanced spread over each of our key segments namely commercial and industrial. Management's approach to the operational control of these assets is that of in-house micromanagement for those assets situated in the Gauteng province and the appointment of professional asset managers for those properties in other provinces.

FINANCIAL AND SUSTAINABILITY OBJECTIVES

Putprop's primary objective is to build a quality portfolio of properties with strong contractual cash flows resulting in long-term sustainability and capital appreciation. We aim to actively build relationships with our tenants, suppliers and providers of capital. We also seek active engagement with the communities in our areas of operation.

REPORTING APPROACH TO MATERIALITY

The principle of materiality informed our preparation of this report. We consider a matter to be material if it can substantively affect our ability to create and sustain value over the short, medium or long term.

Any material matters that may impact our ability to create stakeholder value in the short (18 months) and medium term (three to seven years) are considered and reviewed annually to ensure that strategic decisions made mitigate where possible, risks and maximise opportunities.

The Board and management are of the view that the material matters published on pages 28 to 31 of this report offer a balanced mix of information, allowing readers to assess our performance and prospects. These material matters were identified through our materiality determination workshops, risk management process, strategy deliberations and stakeholder engagements.

ASSURANCE AND COMPARABILITY

This integrated report has been independently assured by two external consultants, Professor Pieter van der Zwan, and W Consult. The Group, in addition, reviews all internal and external assurances already in place and coordinates this process with existing risk management procedures. Preparation of this integrated report was done in accordance with best practice, applying the principles of King IV, the Companies Act, the Financial Reporting Pronouncements as issued by the Financial Reporting Standards Council, the SAICA Financial Reporting Guidelines as issued by the Accounting Practices Committee, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS®) and the Listings Requirements of the JSE. For additional recent announcements, visit www.putprop.co.za.

The Board is satisfied that the company has complied with and operates in conformity with:

  • The provisions of the Companies Act of South Africa and any other applicable laws relating to its incorporation and,
  • The Company's Memorandum of Incorporation and other relevant constitutional documents.

The information in this integrated report has been prepared using methods consistent with prior years and contains comparable information.

The Group's external auditors are obliged to examine the annual financial statements and have reported their opinion in this report. The external audit report prepared by HLB CMA South Africa ("HLB"), can be found on pages 171 to 174.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This report contains forward-looking statements with respect to Putprop's future performance and prospects. While these statements represent our judgements and future expectations at the time of preparing this report, a number of inherent risks, uncertainties and other important factors could materially change the results from our expectations. Should the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may differ from those anticipated and could adversely affect our business and financial performance.

Words such as believe, anticipate, intend, seek, will, plan, could, may, endeavour, project and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements but are not the exclusive means of identifying such statements.

By their nature, such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Putprop or industry results to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements apply only as of the date on which they are made, and Putprop assumes no responsibility to update forward-looking statements in this report except as required by law. Any forward-looking statements contained in this report have not been reviewed or reported on by the Group's auditors.

BOARD RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

The Board acknowledges its responsibility, together with the assistance of the Audit and Risk Committee, to ensure the integrity and completeness of this report.

This report was prepared under the supervision of an executive and was submitted to the Audit and Risk Committee, which after a detailed review, was recommended to the Board for approval.

The Board has performed a detailed review with detailed discussions and consultations on this report.

The Board believes that this report addresses all material matters and offers a balanced and comprehensive view of Putprop's strategic direction to prevent value erosion and create and preserve value for stakeholders in the short, medium and long -term.

The directors believe this report materially aligns with the IFRS Framework, providing a true and material account of the group's performance and strategic direction.

The Board has unanimously approved this report for publication.

Leopard Tortoise are named for the leopard-like spots and patterns on their shells, which provide camouflage in their natural habitat.

B C Carleo J E Smith D Torricelli 28 August 2024 28 August 2024 28 August 2024

H Hartley R Styber G van Heerden 28 August 2024 28 August 2024 28 August 2024

Your feedback on the contents and presentation of this report is welcome and will assist us in improving the quality and relevance of future reports. Please send any feedback on reporting content or requests for copies to James Smith, at [email protected]

WHO WE ARE

WHO WE ARE AND OUR INVESTMENT CASE

Putprop is a property investment company listed on the main board of the JSE Limited under the real estate sector. We offer stakeholders the opportunity to invest and own quality properties in all segments of the property umbrella.

We have a portfolio of 13 properties situated in three Provinces which cater for the retail, commercial, residential and industrial sectors.

By Investing in these segments, we derive income from short to long-term contractual rentals.

Putprop's primary objective is to build a quality portfolio with strong contractual cash flows resulting in long-term sustainability and capital appreciation for all stakeholders.

Growth will come from strategic investments, focused on industrial, retail and commercial opportunities where yields are enhancing in the medium and long-term.

We invest to own for the long term. Developments and acquisitions are not made with a view for possible future sale. However, recycling of capital is permitted in our business model. Any assets that have exhausted their growth and underperformed their set yields, are disposed of to utilise this released capital for other yield enhancing opportunities.

In addition, development opportunities are undertaken with suitable Joint Arrangement partners in order to increase portfolio values and unlock future value for shareholders.

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OUR PURPOSE MISSION AND VALUES

In the pursuit of the Group's objectives, three core actions determine our every strategy.

OUR PURPOSE

We strive to impact in a positive way the daily lives of our tenants, their customer profiles and our surrounding communities.

OUR MISSION

We are Stakeholder focused with all our stakeholders seen as equal and valued assets. We strive to provide rentable quality spaces and experiences that fulfil both our tenants and their customer exceptions and needs.

Our vision for our stakeholders is to deliver consistent short and long-term returns, long-term value with stability and low risk, thereby creating values for all stakeholders.

We are a people-driven organisation reflected in our performance and results.

Responsible corporate citizenship is acknowledged in respect of our social and environmental responsibilities.

OUR VALUES

Integrity

To be accountable for our actions, consistently fair to others, and be truthful and respectful.

Transparency

To be transparent in our dealings and interactions with all stakeholders.

Responsibility and ownership for all of our actions.

Generosity

Our stakeholders need to receive value for their input and generosity is a key focus point.

Honesty

To be reliable, approachable, transparent, and sensitive to the needs of others.

Respect

Respect guides all our daily interactions – with each other our tenant base and our stakeholders.

Excellence

We have a highperformance culture where excellence is celebrated.

OUR FOCUS AREAS

To broaden our geographic exposure into all of the provinces

Achieve and maintain balanced exposures to the retail and commercial segments of the property sector with smaller holdings in the industrial and residential segments

Focus aggressively on the Group vacancy profile and manage the lease expiry profile of the portfolio

Maintain a strong statement of financial position with limited application and exposure and to gearing to the extent that such gearing enhances returns

Optimise our profit before tax and growth in shareholder distributions

Contract with financially sound tenants on a long lease basis in order to ensure sustainable income streams

Broaden our contractual tenant base so as to minimise risk of over dependence on a limited number of tenants

Preserve and enhance our properties with a structured on-going maintenance and upgrading programme

WHAT DIFFERENTIATES US OUR INVESTMENT CASE

Our portfolio offers investors properties that are diversified with, strong contractual rentals and long-term capital growth.

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE

We differentiate ourselves by adopting an investment strategy based on conservative, clearly defined property fundamentals supported by operational excellence.

Micromanagement of portfolios

Skilled property management team

A focus on property fundamentals

Retail Commercial

Industrial

Residential

STRATEGY.

Our group strategy as detailed in this report, with commentary, on its success for the current year, reflects the value creation and challenges the group is exposed to. Refer to pages 58 to 60.

OPERATIONAL EXPERTISE

Our management team has many collective years of property and management experience, which allows an understanding of operational issues in the property space.

This collective experience, entry and dedication allows delivery of value creation for the group. Refer to page 130.

The team has a deep understanding and affinity for the property market with particular emphasis on the industrial and retail segments.

With over 417 combined years of experience in the operational and finance fields we bring stability and focus to the strategic goals determined by our Board.

Rhino beetles are among the strongest animals relative to their size, capable of lifting objects up to 850 times their own weight. This strength helps them in battles for mates and in navigating their environment.

HOW WE ARE STRUCTURED

THE YEAR IN REVIEW

Financial capital

KEY METRICS

Distributable income per share 14.50 Cents (2023: 11.25 Cents)

Listed market price per share 310 Cents (2023: 310 Cents)

Market capitalisation R131.5 million (2023: 136.8 Million)

Net asset value per share 1 668 Cents (2023: 1 612 Cents)

Number of direct properties 13 (2023: 13)

Direct property value R1.109 Billion (2023: R1.095 Billion)

Loan-to-value 36.9% (2023: 41.6%)

Vacancy rate 4.0% (2023: 10.0%)

THE SMALL 5

The "Small Five" refers to a group of lesser-known but fascinating animals found in the same habitats as Africa's famous Big Five. Despite their size, these creatures play significant roles in their ecosystems, exhibiting unique behaviors and adaptations that are essential for biodiversity and ecological balance.

Overview:

  • Habitat: Found primarily in savannas, forests, and grasslands of Africa.
  • Ecological Role: Each member contributes uniquely to the ecosystem, from pest control to soil aeration.
  • Significance: They highlight the importance of conservation beyond the more famous larger animals, demonstrating the interconnectedness of all species.

Members of the Small Five:

    1. Antlion: Known for their unique predatory behavior, creating sand traps to catch prey.
    1. Leopard Tortoise: Recognised for its longevity and ability to live in diverse environments.
    1. Rhino Beetle: Notable for its strength, capable of lifting many times its body weight.
    1. Elephant Shrew: Distinguished by its speed and agility, and its role in seed dispersion.
    1. Buffalo Weaver: Renowned for their complex communal nests and contribution to the ecosystem as insectivores.

Conservation Importance:

  • Biodiversity: Their presence indicates a healthy, balanced ecosystem, and is essential for its sustainability.
  • Education: They provide opportunities to educate the public about the importance of lesser-known species.
  • Ecotourism: They add depth to the wildlife viewing experience, encouraging broader conservation efforts.

Conclusion:

The Small Five are a testament to the rich diversity of Africa's wildlife. Understanding and appreciating these creatures highlights the importance of preserving all species, regardless of size, for maintaining ecological harmony.

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Resilience and Adaptability:

The Small Five are renowned for their resilience and adaptability in diverse environments. The antlion, for instance, creates intricate traps to secure food, demonstrating ingenuity and resourcefulness. Similarly, Putprop has exhibited resilience and adaptability by navigating the competitive landscape of the property sector, making strategic investments and pivoting when necessary to maintain its market position.

Specialised Strengths:

Each member of the Small Five possesses unique strengths that are crucial to their survival and the balance of their ecosystems. The leopard tortoise, known for its longevity and sturdy shell, symbolises protection and endurance. Putprop, with its focus on sustainable and strategic property investments, mirrors this strength by ensuring long-term value creation for its stakeholders through thoughtful asset management and development.

Significant Impact Despite Size:

Though smaller in comparison to larger competitors, the Small Five are essential to their ecosystems, just as Putprop plays a vital role in the property sector. The rhino beetle, despite its size, is one of the strongest creatures in the world relative to its body weight, exemplifying how small entities can have significant influence. Putprop's strategic approach to property investments, particularly in industrial, retail, and commercial sectors, showcases its ability to punch above its weight, driving substantial impact and value for its property assets.

Focused Expertise:

The elephant shrew, with its keen sense of smell and agility, thrives by leveraging its specialised skills. Putprop's expertise in identifying and capitalising on niche opportunities within the property market highlights a similar focus. This precision allows Putprop to create and sustain value in a competitive environment.

Community and Collaboration:

The buffalo weaver, known for its collaborative nesting, emphasizes the importance of community and teamwork. Putprop's commitment to sustainable practices, stakeholder engagement, and community development reflects this value. By fostering strong relationships and partnerships, Putprop ensures a collaborative approach to achieving its strategic objectives.

In conclusion

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Putprop Limited, akin to the Small Five, demonstrates that significance, longevity and success in the property market is not solely determined by size. Through resilience, specialised strengths, focused expertise, and community engagement, Putprop continues to make a meaningful impact, proving that being a niche player we can drive substantial value for all our stakeholders from the South African property sector.

PORTFOLIO SNAPSHOT

GAUTENG

Eagle Canyon Putprop House Putcoton * Menlyn Villas *

* Properties held for resale

Properties per Region

10 Properties
4 Industrial
3 Commercial
2 Retail
1 Residential

6 Cities Johannesburg Pretoria Centurion Roodepoort Sandton Soweto

GEOGRAPHICAL PROFILE BY GLA %

Mamelodi Square

Summit Place Lea Glen 1 * Dobsonville Parktown Towers Montana Park

82% 81%

GEOGRAPHICAL PROFILE BY GROSS INCOME %

MPUMALANGA NORTH WEST
Secunda Value Mart Corridor Hill 2 Properties2 Retail2 CitiesSecundaWitbank Bank City * 1 Properties1 Commercial1 CityPotchefstroom
GEOGRAPHICAL PROFILEBY GLA %16% GEOGRAPHICAL PROFILE BYGROSS INCOME %17% GEOGRAPHICALPROFILEBY GLA %2% GEOGRAPHICALPROFILE BYGROSS INCOME %2%

PORTFOLIO SNAPSHOT

R1.109 Billion

Total GLA

97 601m2

Total Asset Value

13 Properties

Tenants

The antlion larva creates conical pits in sandy soil to trap ants and other small insects, which it then captures with its powerful jaws.

The buffalo weaver is known for its large, communal nests made from twigs and grasses, often found in acacia trees.

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Elephant shrew have long, flexible snouts resembling an elephant's trunk, which they use to search for insects.

Summit Place

Sector

Mixed Use

Location Pretoria

Value R538.5 Million

Anchor tenants:

Assupol Life - 7 946 m2
Kempster Ford - 4 968m2
Sizwe - 4 805m2
Planet Fitness - 2 726m2

Occupancy: 97.0%

Ownership: 50%

Rentable area m²

30 423

Valuation R/m² 16 261

Rental 30 June 2024 (R'000)

40 526

Vacancy m2

914

Average gross rentals R/m² 228.9

Rental escalation 6.0%

Activities: Retail and Commercial

Leopard tortoise are named for the leopard-like spots and patterns on their shells, which provide camouflage in their natural habitat.

Value Proposition

Summit Place is situated in the Centurion node of Pretoria, adjacent to Menlyn Maine, Pretoria's most prestigious mall.

The node is densely populated, offering easy access to the N1. The precinct, with its distinct offering is a preferred rental environment.

Performance Overview

Trading density continued to recover. Vacancies have increased in this period mirroring the general office trend in the sector. Rentals continue to hold post COVID levels.

Development Potential

The node has an available development bulk of 11 000m2 zoned for mixed use. The site adjacent to Landrover/Jaguar, is at present still under review for potential disposal as at 30 June 2024 to release value for the Group.

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Mamelodi Square
Sector
Retail

Location Pretoria

Value R115.3 million

Anchor tenants:

Shoprite - 2 833 m2
Roots Butchery - 751 m2
Ackermans - 652 m2
Mr Price - 507 m2
Clicks - 280 m2

Occupancy: 96.3%

Rentable area m²

16 955

Valuation R/m²

6 800

Rental 30 June 2024 (R'000) 13 810

Vacancy m2

Rental escalation

6.5%

635

Average gross rentals R/m² 185.8

Activities: Retail

Buffalo Weaver: A bird known for its robust build and for constructing large, communal unstructured and poorly designed nests.

Value Proposition

The asset caters for the lower to mid LSM market of the densely populated Mamelodi township of Tshwane northeast of Pretoria. Mamelodi Square services the retail shopping needs of the surrounding residents with major convenience chains, including Shoprite, Roots and Mr Price.

Performance Overview

Monthly foot counts continue to improve to over 450 000. Walk ins are slightly lower than expected. The vacancy has reduced to 3.7% from 11.5% in June 2023. Financial performance continues to improve with reporting levels on budget. The asset has built a strong community presence with shoppers, due to numerous community driven events and promotions.

Development Potential

At present the centre is fully developed.

Secunda

Sector Retail

Mpumalanga

R133.2 million

Anchor tenants: Builders Warehouse - 5 397m 2 Westpack Lifestyle - 2 286m 2 Eskort - 685m 2 Sea Harvest - 300m

Occupancy: 100%

Rentable area m²

9 414

Valuation R/m²

14 149

Rental 30 June 2024 (R'000)

13 491

Vacancy m 2

0

Average gross rentals R/m²

203.9

Rental escalation 6.7%

Activities: Retail

Elephant Shrew: Small, insect-eating mammals with long, pointed snouts, resembling tiny elephants in shape, but more closely related to moles and hedgehogs.

Value Proposition

Secunda Value Centre is a suburban community centre serving a specialised home improvement suburban community and selective retail food node.

Performance Overview

Trading density continues to be strong following the introduction of Eskort and Sea Harvest. Foot traffic remains high, Westpack Lifestyle one of our head tenants entered business rescue on 15 May 2024. A substantial rental revision resulted. Sustainability of the tenant is a concern.

Development Potential

No current potential exists at the site.

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Parktown Towers

Sector Commercial

Location Johannesburg

Value R77 million

Anchor tenants: Cavi Brands - 3 873 Boost Property Management - 400m2 Inoxico - 393m2

Occupancy: 94.2%

Rentable area m²

4 666

Valuation R/m²

16 502

Rental 30 June 2024 (R'000)

8 561

Vacancy m2 274

Average gross rentals R/m²

147.2

Rental escalation

5.5%

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Activities: Distributor of high-end cosmetics, sporting and travel accessories

Rental management company

Adult antlions resemble damselflies and have long, slender bodies with delicate, netveined wings.

Parktown Towers sits on the Parktown ridge in an upmarket commercial node with easy access to the M1. The building is a high-grade A.

Performance Overview

The property currently has a vacancy of 274m2 . Rentals per m2 continue to be substantially below pre Covid rates. However there appears to be a slight increase in demand for office space which should translate into higher future rates.

Development Potential

An additional 800 – 900m2 is available in the form of an additional floor to the existing 3 floors. This is not being considered at present.

Putcoton

Sector Industrial

Location West Rand

Value R47.5 million

Anchor tenants: Larimar Group - 9 559 m2 Triple Net Tenant

Occupancy: 100%

Rentable area m²

9 559

4 969

Rental 30 June 2024 (R'000)

9 033

Vacancy m2 0

Average gross rentals R/m² 78.7

Rental escalation

Activities: Mass transport facility and workshop operation

Rhino Beetle: A large, horned beetle known for its impressive strength and distinctive horn-like structures on the males' heads.

Value Proposition

Putcoton lies in the heart of Soweto, providing a logistic hub for some 300 – 400 Putco buses. These buses provide transport to over 20 000 daily commuters. The site is tailored to the needs of a large commuter service provider.

Performance Overview

Putco is the only tenant. The asset is over 30 years old, maintenance and refurbishment are continual on such an aged asset. The asset is largely off grid for its bulk water requirements (washing of vehicles) with the introduction of two boreholes. This property has been identified as an end of life asset and is currently held for sale.

Development Potential

There is no plan to develop the asset further.

Corridor Hill

Sector Retail

Mpumalanga

R46.2 million

Anchor tenants: Bidvest Volkswagen - 4 666 m2

Rentable area m² Occupancy: 89.4%

5 835

Valuation R/m²

7 918

Rental 30 June 2024 (R'000)

Average gross rentals R/m²

4 806

Rental escalation

154.1

Vacancy m2

617

6.5%

Activities:

Retail car dealership

Antlion: The larval is covered in bristles allowing it to anchor itself to subdue prey larger than itself.

Value Proposition

The asset services the motor industry in the Emalahleni precinct. The Volkswagen dealership is one of the largest in the area which together with the related motor industry services offers a "one stop" destination.

Performance Overview

Volkswagen McCathy our head tenant has experienced a drop in car sales due to the current vehicle market for new cars. We have renegotiated a lease for a further 4 years but at reduced rate. We have been unable to find a tenant for the current vacant space.

Development Potential

The asset does not allow for further development.

MATERIALITY

Small 5 FACT SHEET

Antlion (Myrmeleontidae):

  • Behavior: Known for their ingenious hunting technique, creating sand traps to capture ants and other small insects.
  • Adaptations: Larvae are voracious predators, while adults are weak fliers, often resembling dragonflies.
  • Life cycle: The transition from larvae state condition to adult (damselfly state) can take between 18 to 24 months.

Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis):

  • Behavior: Herbivorous and primarily grazers, feeding on grasses and occasionally fruits.
  • Adaptations: Known for their longevity, robust shells, and ability to thrive in diverse environments.

Buffalo Weaver (Bubalornis niger):

  • Behavior: Social birds known for building large communal nests.
  • Adaptations: Insectivores that help control pest populations.

Rhino Beetle (Scarabaeidae):

  • Behavior: Famous for their incredible strength, capable of lifting objects many times their own body weight.
  • Adaptations: Males often have horn-like structures used in combat for mates and territory.

Elephant Shrew (Macroscelididae):

  • Behavior: Remarkably fast and agile, with long legs adapted for rapid movement.
  • Adaptations: Plays a key role in seed dispersion and insect control.

GETTING TO KNOW THE SOUTH AFRICAN SMALL 5

MATERIALITY DETERMINATION

OVERVIEW

Our most material matters are the factors that have the greatest potential impact on our ability to create and preserve value as a business. These are the matters that most affect our longterm sustainability, all value adds and the interests of our stakeholders.

The executive, together with the Board and its subcommittee's, has assessed material themes and issues that may have or could materially impact on the ability to preserve stakeholder value, both in short and medium-term scenarios.

OUR MATERIALLY THEMES

The outcome of the materially review process, noted above, is detailed below. These focus areas determined our strategy to minimise risk and maximise opportunities.

MATERIALITY DETERMINATION (CONTINUED)

FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND COST ASSET PORTFOLIO PERFORMANCE
The availability, pricing and maturity profile of debt fundinghas a material impact on Putprop's balance sheet, financialperformance and ability to raise additional funding.Our financial position was strengthened after negotiatingimproved debt terms and longer-term loans with ourfinanciers in 2024.These developments strengthened our ability to be moreresilient to ongoing difficult economic conditions. Cost offinance, however, continues to be problematic with interestrate costs having a substantial effect on profitability. The performance of our property portfolio determines ourlong-term sustainability. We balance tenants' and consumers'current requirements with their future expectations to optimisethe performance of each asset. We evaluate each asset'scontinued relevance in our portfolio and actively pursuefurther diversification. In addition, our policy of resizing theportfolio remains ongoing.
Change in level of impact Change in level of impact
LEVEL OF CONTROL from 2023 LEVEL OF CONTROL from 2023
SUCCESSION PLANNING AND KEY CHANGING WORK ENVIRONMENT ANDOPERATIONAL CONDITIONS
PERSONNEL DEPENDENCY RISKThe property sector has a limited skills pool for candidateswith property expertise and experience. Having the rightpeople with the right skills is critical for our continuedsuccess, especially as we build our asset managementcapabilities.We appoint the best candidates and develop depth inour teams. We foster property skills through on-the-job Although the initial impact of COVID-19 has now all butdisappeared, the country continues to experience ongoingchallenging operational conditions, as it recovers fromthe pandemic. Significant cost increases in fuel, food andwho are under pressure to manage costs and cash flow. municipal costs have impacted, our tenants and consumers,In addition the new increases in interest rates over the past

experience and training. Although we have formal succession plans to mitigate the risk of key personnel dependency, we are not always in control of employee attrition. An ageing executive base remains a concern.

LEVEL OF CONTROL Change in level of impact from 2023

18 months have impacted greatly on consumer confidence and spending patterns.

LEVEL OF CONTROL Change in level of impact from 2023

TENANTS' AND CONSUMERS' EVOLVING REQUIREMENTS

Lower consumer spending, changing shopping patterns and the evolving of the "work from home trend" affect our tenants' performance.

We build close relationships with our tenants by understanding their requirements, financial health and plans. Our portfolio managers work closely with their tenants to anticipate trends.

Understanding tenants' requirements together with consumer trends, inform our investment approach and how we optimise our asset portfolio's performance.

LEVEL OF CONTROL Change in level of impact from 2023

LEADERSHIP REFLECTIONS ON 2024

CHAIRMAN'S THOUGHTS 34
MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 38
THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REFLECTS 40
OUR 10-YEAR FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW 46

MEET THE ANTLION

Unique Hunting Technique: Antlion larvae dig conical pit traps in sandy soil to capture unsuspecting prey, such as ants, which fall into the pit and are seized by the larva's powerful mandibles.

Distinctive Appearance: The larva has an elongated, flattened body covered in fine hairs and spines, with a large head and sickle-shaped mandibles that are often larger than its head.

Camouflage: Its sandy brown or grey coloration helps it blend seamlessly into its dusty environment, making it nearly invisible to both prey and predators.

CHAIRMAN'S THOUGHTS

KEY MESSAGES

  • Formation of a GNU hopefully will improve prevailing economic decisions
  • - Tenants continue to see reduction of their income, percolating down as lower rentals
  • - The executives have reported excellent trading results for the period

THE YEAR UNDER REVIEW

Once again, South Africa and the world has experienced a year of flux and multiple challenges. Changes of government in the United Kingdom, the rise of the right wing in France and other parts of Europe, America in paralysis due to the 2024 election season and events that have transpired in the last few weeks and perhaps the most momentous for South Africans, the ANC government, in power for the last 30 years, losing its parliamentary majority. Covid19 is indeed a forgotten memory although some long-term effects remain.

The formation of an inclusive, if top heavy, Government of National Unity (GNU) with representatives from all of the relevant political players can hopefully only improve the economic conditions that currently prevail .

If the GNU can implement a no tolerance policy on corruption and provide a more efficient executive, in all government departments then South Africa and its citizens can only see an upside.

The GNU'S stated priorities include a massive investment in infrastructure (job creation, external investment) which will include roads, water, energy human settlements and digital infrastructure. In addition, there is a recognition that public-private partnerships are essential in order to enable investment in social and economic infrastructure. The "go it alone "approach has possibly been jettisoned.

All of this, if only partially successful, is immensely beneficial to South Africa's economy and people.

At a micro level economic conditions continued to be difficult and present challenging operational conditions.

Statistic South Africa, official growth rate for the South African economy of between 0.3% to 1.1% for the last 4 years is worrying. A developing country such as ours, where population growth outstrips economic growth, future challenges can be expected. Hopefully, the GNU will act decisively and recognise these key areas needing action.

South Africa's continued high unemployment rate is a source of concern with current rates estimated at well over 39%. Without decisive action in this area there cannot be real growth and stability.

Inflation in the second half of the year appears to be dropping to within the parameters set by the Reserve Bank. This would suggest that interest rate cuts are in sight, probably commencing in the third quarter of 2024.

When interest rates are reduced, confidence we believe, will slowly increase.

The war in Ukraine, unthinkable to most people and seen as the single biggest conflict in Europe since the Second World War, has been overshadowed by the October the 7th attack on Israel and the declaration of war by Israel on Hamas.

Tensions between Russia, the West and the USA have increased significantly over both conflicts.

The Gaza conflict has demonstrated through the global medium of TV the sufferings placed on local populations by armed conflict.

For Putprop and other property groups trading under these conditions these events continued to present unique challenges. The past 12 months continue to be a unique period that the property industry has had to operate in.

CHAIRMANMAN'S THOUGHTS (CONTINUED)

THE PROPERTY OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

The exposure of property investment companies to all sectors of the economy-retail, industrial and commercial as well as the widespread and variety of tenants operating in these segments, results in the global and local challenges referred to above, having a profound influence on our value-added market and, our tenant base.

Although the property sector has rallied from the historic lows of the past two years and has seen a substantial growth in the second quarter of 2024, it still remains well below pre-Covid levels.

Putprop has not been immune from the higher interest rates and the effect on property companies bottom line. This highrate impacts on the low growth environment we are currently experiencing which percolates down to the entire population and their buying patterns.

The cost of electricity crisis is top of mind of both property owners and tenants. The cost to keep properties running during load shedding has been onerous. Fortunately, this appears to have improved over the last quarter, although cost of Eskom and municipal electrical supply has increased by 17.5% in certain areas we operate in.

Tenants, both national and line shops, have all suffered losses of income which flows down to what rentals they are able or prepared to pay in order to remain sustainable. The listed property industry has been one of those sectors materially affected. Property owners have been required to give rental relief in several formats from basic deferment of rentals through to 100% rental discounts, in some cases for up to six months, in order to retain the sustainability of their tenant base or attract new tenants to available space. We again, have not been immune from this trend.

FINANCIAL OVERVIEW

In Bruno's and James's individual reports full details of our operational and financial performance are provided. Although the challenges as mentioned above have been substantial our executive have reported excellent trading results for the period. We have managed to increase or improve all of the major key indicators with the amount available for distribution up by over 260%.

We have strived to build a sustainable, defensive portfolio against those factors we are able to exert some control. This gives us the potential of a high growth rate when interest rates begin their downward movement.

Our 36th consecutive dividend distribution pay-out this year, is a record that we are justifiably proud of.

CHAIRMAN'S THOUGHTS

(CONTINUED)

An increase in the final dividend payout reflects the increased profitability the group achieved this year.

This provides consistency and certainty to our shareholders as well as rewarding them for the trust and confidence they have given to the Group over the past 36 years.

BOARD EVALUATION AND CHANGES

The Board annually evaluates its effectiveness and performance as a collective as well as the performance of its committees and individual directors in terms of the Board's governance mandate.

A formal evaluation is performed on an annual basis by an independent party.

The 2024 review reported that the Board was adequate to its tasks as formalised in the Board Charter. The Board has identified and will discuss several matters which merit a more formal treatment arising from this review. None of the directors raised major concerns with respect to the functioning of the Board or any of its committees. and the composition, skill set, and experience is considered adequate for the size of the Group

Mrs A L Carleo retired from the board in November 2023. I would like to thank her on behalf of the Board, for her contributions and insights over the past 17 years and wish her well in her retirement. A new appointment will be considered by the Board in due course, if considered necessary.

STAKEHOLDERS' ENGAGEMENT

Engaging with our stakeholder base allows both the Board and our executive to receive varied inputs which can then be utilised and assimilated in our strategic decision making and future directions of the group.

This continues to be an important tool that the board as well as the executive make use of, to identify, strategise and utilise varied inputs from different stakeholders.

Engagements include formal and informal communications, with our tenant base to measure the continued health and sustainability of their businesses as well as regular monthly interactions with large equity holders of the group.

Finally, we communicate regularly with our providers of finance to communicate the group's current strategic direction.

We believe in transparency with all our interactions with stakeholders, thus building a value trust and subsequent buy in to our strategic goals.

FUTURE STRATEGY AND FOCUS AREAS

We will continue to realign our portfolio into one containing long-term sustainable tenants occupying properties of high value.

This will involve properties that have reached their end of life cycle, being disposed of over time to be replaced with properties of a higher investment grade higher contractual rentals and higher calibre tenants. Proceeds from certain disposed properties will also be utilised to reduce our current loan to value (LTV).

We will continue to look for opportunities to grow the portfolio, but not at the cost of degrading the quality of the present portfolio.

Looking ahead we expect little significant change in current operating conditions until the Reserve Bank commences to reduce the prime lending rate. However, the GNU remains an unknown at this stage and could possibly be the catalyst to allow South Africa to escape the low growth trap it has been in for many years.

CHAIRMAN'S THOUGHTS (CONTINUED)

APPRECIATION STATEMENT

I wish to express my appreciation to the people who contribute to the Group's continued success and performance, in particular our tenants for their support, as well as all our shareholders and stakeholders

The board of directors continues to be active and supportive with each director contributing a high skill set and debate to meetings.

Finally, I thank my fellow directors for their contributions, insights, judgments and support, and the executive team and staff for their dedication and commitment in delivering results that are extremely gratifying and adds another step to the ongoing journey of the group.

Daniele Torricelli Chairman Johannesburg 28 August 2024

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

KEY MESSAGE

- Sale of our non-performing assets seen as critical to release value for debt reduction and building a quality sustainable portfolio.

OVERVIEW

Putprop had an excellent year compared to 2023 with positive metrics on most of our operational focus areas. Rental and operating income (excluding rental equalisation) was up 8.1%, property costs increased marginally by 3.5%, and our operating profit before finance costs increased by 15.5%. Add to this, the reductions in vacancies to 4%, a retention of leases expiring in this period of over 93% and further reductions in our loan to value from 41.6 to 36.9% allows us to report a substantial Improvement on the previous year.

Although the listed property sector has experienced a bounce upwards in the first two quarters of 2024, which contributed to our results, the hard work and dedication shown by the management team must take most credit for this turnaround.

It is important to note, as memories are notoriously short, that in the first three quarters of this reporting period, load shedding was the worst in history, and the term "water shortages" was introduced to our vocabulary. The achievement of these results becomes impressive, under these conditions.

Unfortunately the poor state of public service continued, and state governance again degenerated.

The successful outcome for the country of peaceful elections as well as the newly inducted Government of National Unity (GNU) will, we believe, provide both a confidence and economic stimulus over the next 12 to 18 months (provided of course the GNU manages to not self-destruct).

This can only bide well for the property market and Putprop will be well placed to take advantage of this environment.

SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The continuing challenge of high unemployment, long term Eskom energy capacity, continued inequality in society impacts on how we manage our operational business, the asset portfolio and the difficult decisions we have to make.

We do not expect a quick fix to these critical challenges but with the GNU now in place with hopefully a "put South Africa "first approach to governance and corruption we can at least start the process.

Interest expense that decimated our profitability in 2023 and continued to place a burden on current operational results. Only a reduction in loan finance and interest rate movement downwards, will solve this issue.

Our process of resizing the portfolio began in 2023 was substantially stepped up this year in order to release funds for debt relief.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY HEADLINES

Rental income and operating recoveries as already noted, were up with a improvement in our property expense ratio improving from 36.9% to 34.9%.

Corporate expenses although up, were in line with our forecast. Management during this period took to account certain non-recurring expenses including a large bad provision for irrecoverable debt, mainly in Summit Place.

Headline earnings decreased from 93.98 cents to 46.45 cents.

Our cash holdings remain stable at this reporting date

An interim dividend was declared in March 2024 of 6 cents per share (2023: 4.25 cents per share). The Board has approved a final dividend of 8.5 cents per share (2023: 7.0 cents). This brings the total distribution for the year to 14.5 cents (2023: 11.25 cents).

Operationally, our commercial sector continues to be our best performing sector contributing 49.0 % of our rentals.

Retail and Industrial sectors made up 34.0% and 16.3% of rental contributions and reflect again how our Group's profile has successfully changed over the past 5 years. We are no longer an industrial sector property company operating in the bus transport industry, but a niche player in all sectors.

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CONTINUED)

RIGHTSIZING THE PORTFOLIO

This strategy of moving away from ageing, end of life assets into a concentration of commercial and retail assets has been accelerated in the current year with 5 properties identified and allocated as held for sale assets. This represents R138 million of our portfolio or 20.1% of total GLA.

This will release substantial funding to be allocated into further debt reduction as well as identifying more suitable property assets for purchase.

The Board has chosen to hold and invest in only those assets that fit our agreed profile of quality, location and tenant attractiveness and have long-term sustainability and attractive yields.

The reduction in LTV to 36.9% is evidence of the effectiveness of this exercise.

PORTFOLIO MOVEMENTS

The geographical spread and sectoral profile of the Group's investment portfolio is reported on pages 66 to 87. The lease expiry profile on pages 80 to 84 of this report reflects that 7.8 of the Group's leases are expiring during the coming year (by GLA).

The Group's property portfolio as at 30 June 2024 consisted of 13 properties (2023: 13 properties) with a gross lettable area of 97 601m² (2023: 97 601m²). Full details of the portfolio appear on pages 86 to 87 of this report. The entire portfolio was independently valued at 30 June 2024.

TENANT PERFORMANCE

Our Mamelodi Square development continues to trade with a steady increase in footfall. Shoprite, Roots and Clicks as anchor tenant continue to drive trading densities and we have seen substantial growth in the the groceries sector.

The failure to lease out 100% of the centre, prior to launch has largely been remedied, with vacancy now at 3.7%.

Our leases continue to be weighted towards national, listed and franchise tenants, giving stability and a low risk profile to the portfolio for defaults. Annual escalations of the gross tenant rental income for the following 12-month period remains strong at 6.5%.

STRATEGY OUTLOOK - BOARDS PERFORMANCE AGAINST STRATEGIC GOALS

Putprop has delivered steadily over the past three decades in terms of returns, sustainable profitability and distributions. Our approach continues to be one of conservative growth and limiting risk to all of our stakeholders, with the primary objective of building a quality property portfolio evenly spread

Certain core strategic goals set for 2024 were:

Vacancy rates maintained This reporting period, the
below 4% rate was at 4%
To increase ourshareholding in PilotPeridot An additional 12.0% wasacquired from minorityshareholders for aconsideration of R6.1million. Our equity holdingis now 85.3%
Disposal of non-coreproperties and thereutilisation of funds Five properties identifiedand held for sale. 1 propertydisposed of after date ofthis report
Loan to value reduction to Reduced our loan to value
38.5% to 36.9%

* For full details of the Group's current strategic directions see pages 52 to 55.

OUTLOOK

Looking ahead, we believe that the next 12 months will slowly improve with the proviso that the GNU continues to operate and shows a partial improvement in state governance.

Downward pressure on rentals, lease terms, and escalation rates will continue to be a factor, and this expectation will take time to reverse in the mind set of tenants.

Operations wise, Putprop will experience challenges in retaining tenants in all those areas it operates in as will all Listed property entities. Management's efforts will be strongly focused on reducing the effect of these challenges.

The current interest rate structure will not continue. We expect a easing of rates from quarter 3. Athough this will take time to percolate down into the economy the benefit is expected to be substantial once the strict interest rate policy has been eased.

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Finally, I would like to express my thanks and appreciation to the Chairman and the Board for their direction, insights and guidance over a challenging period for our Group.

To my executive team, I owe a special gratitude for all the hard work and resilience over the last 12 months well as to all the staff for their support.

Bruno C Carleo Chief Executive Officer Johannesburg 28 August 2024

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THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REFLECTS

PERFORMANCE

2024 KEY METRICS 2023 % Change
147 889 Rental and recoveries income (R'000) 128 439 9.6
49 060 Property operating costs 47 384 3.5
91 274 Property operations profit (R'000) 81 055 12.6
(50 115) Finance costs (R'000) (44 221) 13.4
12 923 Fair value adjustment on investmentproperties (R'000) (36 666) 135.2
59 852 Profit before taxation (R'000) 3 074 1 847
1 109 000 Property portfolio asset (R'000) 1 095 586 1.2
138 100 Investment property held for sale (R'000) - (14.3)
2.8 Weighted average lease expiry - years(WALE) 3.2 13.0
6.7 Live Lease escalations % 6.5 3.0
3 941 Tenant vacancies – GLA m2 9 726 (59.4)
93.6 Tenant retentions % 47 97.8
95 Rent collection rate % 70 33.3
48.0 National tenant base 52.0 (7.7)
1 668 Net asset value share cents 1 574 5.9
1.94 Interest cover ratio% 1.75 8.6
36.9 Loan to value % 41.6 (7.2)
14.5 Dividend distribution cents per share 11.25 28.9

RENTAL AND RECOVERY INCOME has increased by

BASIC RENTAL COLLECTION THROUGH-RATE improved to

95%

OVERVIEW

The financial year ending June 2024 has produced a impressive turnaround over our previous reporting period. Key metrics that we measure have improved substantially in all critical areas.

THE VACANCY PROFILE in June 2024 was

4.0%

PROPERTY OPERATING COSTS increased by

3.5%

STRATEGY 2025

Our updated strategy and amended business plan concentrate on the following key drivers :

  • A concerted focus to dispose of those assets that have reached their end-of-life cycle
  • Increasing our geographical exposure into other provinces
  • Building internal investment capital reserves where possible instead of leveraging debt in an economy where the cost of funding is high
  • Increasingly integrating ESG matters and positioning Putprop to a broader investor base
  • Expanding into asset development options and partnerships with partners of similar outlook
  • Increasing the funding and asset risk appetite for new and diversified investment profiles
  • Gradually increasing our asset management team over time.

FACILITIES AND FINANCE COSTS

The Group's borrowings and facilities, with various providers of finance, are detailed by loan and property below.

Lender Property Type Expiry AmountR'm Interestbasis Base rateat 30 June2024 All-in rate30 June2023
ABSA Summit Place Term Loan 7 Feb 2025 279 Prime less 0.85 11.75% 10.90%
ABSA MamelodiSquare Term Loan 12 monthsafter firstdrawdown 82 Prime less 0.75 11.75% 11.00%
Nedbank* Parktown Term Loan 5 July 2024 33 JIBAR +2.97 8.25% 11.22%
Nedbank* Secunda Term Loan 11 Aug 2025 19 10.93 10.93% 10.93%
Nedbank Secunda Term Loan July 2026 8 Prime less 1.0 11.75% 10.75%
Standard Corridor Hill Term Loan 20 April 2027No fixed 7 PrimeInterest free, 11.25% 11.25%
Other loans Various Unsecured repayment 30 Prime +2 11.75% 11.75%
Total borrowings 458
Unutilised facilities 72

* Refinanced with ABSA in August 2024 at similar rates

Our net finance costs continued to show an increase of 13.4% as the world of high interest rates commencing in 2023 continued. The Reserve Bank continues to exert tight fiscal control over the economy with a easing in rates only expected in September 2024 onwards.

Cash available for distribution to shareholders of R17.6 million although improved over June 2023 (R17.5 million), still allows for improvement.

LOANS-TO-VALUE RATIO

As a result of the two properties sold in the 2023 reporting period as well as our active debt management policy, our LTV ratio was reduced from 41.6% to 36.9%, a very pleasing outcome.

The executive will continue to focus on reducing the LTV ratio to a level well below the mandated ceiling in future reporting periods. Disposal of non-core properties, and funds realised, will be used to achieve this objective. Our target for LTV in the medium term is 32%.

2024 2023 2022
R'000 R'000 R'000
Financial liabilities
Financial liabilities properties non current and current 458 486 504 942 448 556
Cash and cash equivalents (17 640) (18 558) (19 096)
Short term overdrafts - 1 092 19 647
Net debt 440 846 487 476 449 107
Total assets per statement of financial position 1 227 161 1 236 644 1 266 563
Cash and cash equivalents (17 640) (18 558) (19 096)
Trade and other receivables (15 054) (41 165) (31 861)
Carrying amount of property related assets 1 193 256 1 169 985 1 215 606
Loan to value ratio 36.9 41.6 37.0

SOURCES OF FUNDING

Putprops debt funding reflects a weighting towards ABSA. The group's strategy remains to refinance risk where appropriate and manage the corporation of lenders.

Group debt per Bank

R'000 2024% 2023%
ABSA 361 79 72
Standard 7 2 3
Nedbank 60 13 16
Other 30 7 9
Total 458 100 100

COST-TO-INCOME RATIONS

Our cost-to-income ratios are highlighted in the table below.

2024 2023 2022
R'000 R'000 R'000
Property operating costs 49 060 47 384 38 112
Corporate administrative costs 21 785* 19 229 18 818
Total operating costs 70 845 66 613 56 930
Rental income and recoveries 147 889 134 932 118 834
Operating lease rentals income/(loss) (7 554) (6 493) (7 509)
Total Rental income and recoveries 140 335 128 439 111 325
Combined cost to income ratio 50.5 51.8 51.1
Total property cost to income ratio 34.9 36.9 34.2
Administrative cost to income ratio 15.5 14.9 16.9

* Includes defensive bad debts taken to account

Management continues to focus aggressively in 2025 on cost cutting exercises.

VACANCY

The vacancy rate at June 2023 was 4.0%, or 3 941m2 GLA. This is a substantial improvement on the previous years level of 10.0%. Mamelodi Square, as well as one of our larger industrial properties, Lea Glen, were aggressively marketed and focussed on, with positive results.

WALE

By revenue, the weighted average lease expiry is 2.8 years and by GLA, 2.8 years.

NET PROPERTY OPERATING COSTS

Property operating costs marginally increased by 3.6%, which was satisfactory in the market we currently operate in.

ESCALATIONS AND TENANT RETENTIONS ON RENEWAL

A total of 23 714m2 of GLA expired during the period. Of this 93.6% has been renewed, at favourable rates.

An average escalation of 6.7% was achieved by our in-house leasing team on leases renewed during the year.

FAIR VALUE OF INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO

Our property portfolio was revalued in 2024 by Spectrum Valuations and Asset Solutions, independent valuation consultants.

An increase in valuation of R 12.9 million (2023: R36.6 million down) was proposed and accepted by the Board.

This is a pleasing development in an increase in our asset base which includes our continued strategic decision to adjust down certain of our ageing poorly located and not fit for re-purpose assets. The depressed state of the current listed property market values continues but some uptick is noticeable. This adjustment upwards of our asset base is significant, and reflects the inherent value of the majority of our asset base.

PROPERTY VALUATION BRIDGE

DISTRIBUTIONS

Cents per share FY2024 FY2023 FY2022 FY2021 FY2020 FY2019
Interim 6.0 4.25 4.25 4.25 8.25 7.25
Final 8.5 7.0 6.0 10.75 5.75 5.75
Total 6 149 4 771 4 347 6 361 6 145 5 706
Total CPS 14.5 11.25 10.25 15.0 14.0 13.0

An interim dividend of 6.00 cents per share was distributed in April 2024. A final dividend of 8.50 cents per share for the year ended June 2024 has been declared.

CLOSING

Despite the local property sector currently anguishing at historical low realisable values and the volatile global markets, our niche investment property portfolio is in good shape. The policy of disposing of non-core, end of life of assets as well as our conservative and market realisable valuation of all of our assets in our portfolio allows us to establish a stronger, realistic , asset base value.

Our small administration footprint and niche portfolio allows us to focus intensely on managing and extracting value from all of our assets.

The focus going forward is to build on this base, our current results speaks to this, and to improve our LTV ratios and generate more cash from our operations.

Thanks go out to all of our tenants and investors as well as for the support received from my fellow executives and the Board.

To my staff, I pay a special tribute as it is you who keep the lights on in our office.

James Smith Chief Financial Officer 28 August 2024

The Antlion Larvae

An antlion larva has an elongated, flattened body covered in fine hairs and small spines, with a large head featuring prominent, sickle-shaped mandibles. Its sandy brown or grey coloration provides camouflage in its dusty environment.

The larva uses short legs to dig conical pit traps to capture prey. Larva take up to 1 to 3 years, before pupating After about 3 weeks metamorphosis occurs to produce a damselfly. Antlion larvae can consume prey up to their own body size, showcasing their impressive predatory capabilities. Larvae do not eat prey, but suck out bodily fluids, leaving behind a dry husk.

45 Integrated Annual Report 2024

OUR 10-YEAR FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW

2023 2022
2024 Restated* Restated* 2021 2020
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
SUMMARISED INCOME STATEMENT
Property revenue and recoveries 140 334 128 439 111 325 73 075 73 890
Property expensesNet profit from (49 060) (47 384) (38 112) (26 185) (19 856)
property operations 91 274 81 055 73 213 46 890 54 035
Corporate expenses (21 785) (19 229) (18 818) (12 144) (11 566)
Investment and other income 5 948 14 512 5 112 11 365 2 016
Associates' share of profits/(losses) 12 425 139 7 175 11 173 (12 521)
Gain on Bargain purchase - - - - -
Expected credit losses 1 629 991 601 396 298
Operating profit beforeFinance costs 89 491 77 468 67 283 57 680 32 262
Finance costs (50 115) (44 221) (29 071) (11 303) (12 623)
Profit before capital items 39 376 33 247 38 212 46 377 19 639
Fair value adjustments 20 476 (30 173) 24 281 (23 795) (14 688)
Profit/(loss) on sale of capital assets andimpairment transactions - - -
Net profit before tax 59 852 3 074 62 493 22 582 4 951
Dividend distribution
per share (cents) 14.50 11.25 10.25 15.0 14.0
Headline earningsper share (cents) 46.54 93.98 87.96 70.3 48.23
SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF
FINANCIAL POSITION
Investment property 928 877 1 058 842 953 332 970 113 512 626
Net investment property held for sale 138 100 - 38 152 30 156 20 310
Net investment property held underdevelopment - - 82 730 16 780 -
Investment in associates 82 627 69 799 66 660 59 486 200 351
Other non-current assets 43 227 38 221 33 047 78 807 22 364
Current assets 34 330 59 723 51 418 59 234 17 416
Total assets 1 227 161 1 226 575 1 248 885 1 214 576 773 067
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Shareholders' equity 686 866 653 454 647 014 594 193 581 499
Non-controlling interest 20 587 14 200 16 192 18 590
Non-current liabilities 149 574 478 868 404 197 560 140 170 706
Current liabilities 370 134 79 953 181 483 41 653 20 862
Total equity and liabilities 1 227 161 1 226 575 1 248 885 1 214 576 773 067

*Restated - refer to note 40 of the annual financial statements

OUR 10-YEAR FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW (CONTINUED)

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
SUMMARISED INCOME STATEMENTProperty revenue and recoveries 54 136 65 755 73 865 72 971 76 091
Property expenses (14 958) (17 617) (20 074) (19 966) (19 636)
Net profit from
property operations 39 178 48 138 53 791 53 005 56 455
Corporate expenses (5 848) (10 185) (7 187) (8 852) (11 328)
Investment and other income 2 629 8 754 3 788 4 312 5 356
Associates' share of profits/(losses) 13 167 (5 942) 3 049 (18 657) 18 217
Gain on Bargain purchase 10 918 - -
Expected credit losses (1 900)
Operating profit beforeFinance costs 60 044 40 765 53 441 29 808 66 800
Finance costs (889) (6 820) (9 448) (15 135) (15 105)
Profit before capital items 59 155 33 945 43 993 14 673 51 695
Fair value adjustments 17 391 11 284 9 104 1 319 (14 587)
Profit/(loss) on sale of capital assets andimpairment transactions 800 (4 850)
Net profit before tax 77 346 40 379 53 097 15 992 37 108
Dividend distribution
per share (cents) 26.0 17.0* 13.0 13.0 13.0
Headline earningsper share (cents) 85.1 69.4 55.9 59.5 71.64
SUMMARISED STATEMENT OFFINANCIAL POSITION
Investment property 434 634 454 071 571 941 573 865 495 640
Net investment property held for sale 41 267
- - - - -
Investment in associates 114 473 102 076 151 643 162 428 209 131
Other non-current assets 2 990 4 588 9 435 18 398 23 480
Current assets 111 881 176 884 33 900 11 545 15 626
Total assets 663 978 737 619 766 919 766 236 785 144
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Shareholders' equity 545 043 528 520 562 020 563 168 587 188
Non-controlling interest 26 780
Non-current liabilities 73 682 124 495 189 145 190 627 182 079
Current liabilities
18 473 84 604 15 754 12 441 15 877
Total equity and liabilities 663 978 737 619 766 919 766 236 785 144

HOW OUR BUSINESS MODEL UNLOCKS VALUE

OUR BUSINESS MODEL 50
HOW OUR BUSINESS MODEL UNLOCKS VALUE 54
OUR STRATEGY 2024 58
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES ANDOUR PERFORMANCE 2024 59
2025 STRATEGIC PILLARS 60
ENHANCING STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS 61

The Antlion Adult

Appearance: Adult antlions resemble damselflies with slender bodies, long, net-veined wings, and prominent compound eyes, are closely related to lacewings.

Antennae: Unlike damselflies, adult antlions have long, clubbed antennae, which can be as long as or longer than their head and thorax combined.

Wingspan: The wingspan of an adult antlion typically ranges from 2 to 4 inches, with delicate, lace-like wings that often have a faint mottling or pattern.

Nocturnal Behavior: Adult antlions are primarily nocturnal and are often attracted to lights at night, where they can be seen fluttering around light sources.

Life span: Normally around 25 days. Both adults die after mating and eggs laying.

OUR BUSINESS MODEL AND VALUE CREATION

Our business model illustrates how we preserve and create value, in the context of our operating environment.

We recognise the interconnectivity between the capitals we use, which informs our decision-making and our strategic choices. We adapt to changes in the availability, quality, and affordability of our inputs. These activities impact these capitals and our ability to remain a successful and sustainable business, over time and the trade-offs we must make.

CAPITAL IN INPUTS OUTPUTS
FINANCIAL Sufficient available funds andfinance facilities to produceservices. Utilised term loanfacilities of R458 million andcash and undrawn facility ofR72.0 million DPS of 14,5 cents pershare 29% Increase in cashdividend. All debt maturingin FY 2025 approved byrespective finance house atfavourable rates.
MANUFACTUREDOur assets are geographically diverseacross three provinces. We continueto grow the asset base throughacquisition, repositioning andimprovements Proactive property assetmanagement in all segmentsof the property industrycreating superior tenantexperiences ApprovedProposed sale of non-core•assets of R138 million.Dedicated master broker•appointed for sale andleasing opportunitiesContinued low vacancy•levels in a volatile market94% tenant retention•Alternative income•generating non GLA revenue
INTELLECTUALPutprop has its own uniquegovernance framework and processwith a culture of transparency,disclosure and ethics that define ourcompetencies Clarity of vision, strategy•and structureInternal asset management•structures that maximisecost efficienciesData driven asset•managementEntrepreneurial approach•to deal making, with quickdecision making Talent and industry•experience to focus oncritical issuesData driven marketing•focus on strategies basedon tenant needsEthical model and policies•VALUE CREATION ANDthat align with ouroperational practices

OUR BUSINESS MODEL AND VALUE CREATION (CONTINUED)

CAPITAL IN INPUTS OUTPUTS CAPITAL OUTCOMES

FINANCIAL

  • Putprop remains solvent and liquid and able to meet all financial challenges
  • Increase in net asset value to 1 668 cents per share
  • Reduction in LTV to 36.9%
  • Cost of borrowing of 10.95% to 11.75%

MANUFACTURED

  • Strategic growth of low risk, high quality portfolio
  • Efficient operations of our assets to extend their life cycles
  • Enhancing competitive appeal of our commerical and retail both to our tenants and their customer base

INTELLECTUAL

  • Talent developed internally as well as externally to maximise business requirements
  • Improved digital strategies resulting in more efficient utilisation of assets

VALUE CREATION AND PRESERVATION OVER TIME

OUR BUSINESS MODEL AND VALUE CREATION

CAPITAL IN INPUTS OUTPUTS
HUMANOur small people footprint of 7 arekey to ensuring we unlock value forour stakeholders, as well as how wemanange our relationships with ourpartners and tenant base Succession planning,•talent growth by activemanagementTalent management by•unique reward structureEmployment equity•planning Updated succession plan•for executives approved bySocial Ethics and HumanResource CommitteeFemale employees•comprise 57% of totalemployees
SOCIAL AND RELATIONSHIPOngoing investment and introductionwith communities in which areassets. We target small needy onthe ground ongoing with a hands onapproach Community relationships•and charitable initiatives Community initiatives in•our Mamelodi retail centreActive participation in•feeding schemes forcommunitiesDevelopment of our "Feed a•family" scheme where foodparcels are distributed tothose in need
EnvironmentOur properties and operations aredeveloped to minimise our businessimpact on natural resources. Weenhance our independence andsustainability from power and watersupplies as these are crucial inputsfor our tenants operations Continued investment in•long term energy solutionsthrough managementinitiatives Increased solar•photovoltaic plant capacityAdditional boreholes•approved and completedWater storage tank project•commenced

VALUE CREATION AND PRESERVATION OVER TIME

OUR BUSINESS MODEL AND VALUE CREATION (CONTINUED)

CAPITAL IN INPUTS OUTPUTS CAPITAL OUTCOMES

HUMAN

  • Excellent staff retention, minimal staff turnover
  • Stable and experienced board mantained for over 5 years
  • Progress to creating a more diverse workforce
  • Improved employee performance and capacity through employee structure

SOCIAL AND RELATIONSHIP Building strong relation with local communities and with community leaders Brand recognition increased

Environment

  • Increase in renewable energy components of our operational energy requirement
  • Increased water storage and security
  • Responsible waste management

VALUE CREATION AND PRESERVATION OVER TIME

HOW OUR BUSINESS MODEL UNLOCKED VALUE IN 2024

OUR APPROACH

To create and preserve value in our business we review and determine the possible present and future influence of all material matters on the creation and preservation of value for our stakeholders. This necessitates short, medium and long-term views on all risks and opportunities both in our business model as well as the social economic environment we operate in.

Available resources for any value creation process too have to be assessed, and allocated effectively. All stakeholder interests and the relationship that exists between the parties must also be taken into account. The business model thus formulated will determine the life cycle of our property assets, and determine the value creation, preservation or erosion of such assets.

WHAT WE DO

We seek ways to maximise value preservation and creation for our stakeholders by investing through the property life cycle.

We acquire high-quality assets with strong property fundamentals.

LET AND MANAGE SELL

We provide safe, well-maintained buildings.

BUY DEVELOP

We upgrade our properties to enhance their value. Including possible green field opportunities.

We recycle capital by disposing of noncore assets to constantly resize our portfolio and use proceeds to lower debt and reinvest in better fit assets.

Facts about Antlion traps

Cone Shape: Antlion larvae dig conical pits in sandy or loose soil, creating traps that funnel prey directly into the larva's waiting jaws at the bottom.

Size and Depth: These pits can vary in size but are typically around 1-2 inches in diameter and depth, meticulously crafted to maximize the chances of capturing prey.

Construction Method: The larva constructs the pit by moving backward in a spiral, flicking sand out with its jaws and head to form steep, slippery sides.

Trap Efficiency: The steep sides of the trap cause prey to slide down toward the center, where the larva waits, often hidden just beneath the surface.

HOW OUR BUSINESS MODEL UNLOCKED VALUE IN 2024

FINANCIAL CAPITAL

MANUFACTURED CAPITAL

Inputs

Inputs are the tangible and intangible resources we depend on or that provide a source of differentiation for Putprop. This is not an exhaustive list of all inputs – it focuses on inputs that have a material impact on our ability to create and preserve value and prevent value erosion.

Our sources of financial capital are:

  • Equity
  • Debt
  • Rental income

The availability of equity investors and the cost of debt funding can significantly impact our future growth.

The availability of cash is impacted by successfully collecting our debtor balances.

Our property assets provide us with our main source of revenue.

The quality of our portfolio and how we manage our assets and tenants directly impact our financial performance and future sustainability.

Our strategy of resizing our portfolio by disposing of end of life assets, formally commenced this year

Outcomes in 2024

Outcomes are the material positive and negative impacts our business activities, products and services have on the various capitals. Outcomes are the material positive and negative impacts our business activities, products and services have on the various capitals.

We earned R140.3 million in gross revenue (2023: R128.4 million), and net rental income increased by 8.1% (2023: 9.4%).

We distributed R6.17 million to shareholders (2023: R4.7 million).

In 2024, Putprop gearing level was 36.9% (2023: 41.6%).

Average debtors' collection increased to 95% (2023: 70%).

We financed no debt during the year (2023: R130.0 million).

We invested R627 thousand (2023: R43.9 million) into developing new and maintaining and upgrading our existing properties.

Trade-offs

in 2024 Trade-offs outline the interdependencies between capitals, with business decisions impacting capital in different ways. Trade-offs outline the interdependencies between capitals, with business decisions impacting capital in different ways.

We monitor short-term and long-term investment tradeoffs to ensure optimal returns and financial performance.

Investing in our infrastructure requires significant financial capital, appropriate human and intellectual capital levels, and certain natural capital inputs and outcomes.

During previous years, we have occasionally sacrificed short term financial gain to assist our tenants i with rent reductions and reversions to ensure their sustainability and retain our tenant base, We currently continue this process.

This also ensures our sustainability, in a challenging operating environment.

Investing in our operations requires significant financial, human and intellectual capital inputs. However, these are crucial to maintain our facilities, sustainability and ability to attract new tenants.

HOW OUR BUSINESS MODEL UNLOCKED VALUE IN 2024 (CONTINUED)

HUMAN AND INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL

Inputs are the tangible and intangible resources we depend on or that provide a source of differentiation for Putprop. This is not an exhaustive list of all inputs – it focuses on inputs that have a material impact on our ability to create and preserve value and prevent value erosion.

Our employees' skills and experience contribute to our success. The shortage of specialist property management skills in the property market is a key risk that we actively manage.

The technology we rely on to manage our assets and tenants impacts all the other capitals.

The quality of our relationships with key stakeholders drives business performance and value creation. Key stakeholders include providers of financial capital, tenants, employees and suppliers.

We rely on the availability of water, electricity and land.

various capitals. Outcomes are the material positive and negative impacts our business activities, products and services have on the various capitals.

We enhanced our human and intellectual capital by:

  • Conducting a detailed employee climate survey and implementing changes to address any concerns.
  • Finalising a updated succession plan for key roles.
  • Enhancing property and asset management expertise and skills.

We engaged with tenants throughout the year by means of tenant climate surveys.

We provide rent relief on an ad hoc basis where tenants remain under pressure.

We continued to reduce our environmental impact through ongoing resource management improvements.

We decreased the use of water consumption by sinking additional boreholes and installing JoJo tanks to selective sites. Two sites are now totally independent of municipal water supply.

Generators are to be a last solution for energy shortages. Solar solutions installed where practical.

in 2024 Trade-offs outline the interdependencies between capitals, with business decisions impacting capital in different ways. Trade-offs outline the interdependencies between capitals, with business decisions impacting capital in different ways.

Our investment in training and development impacts financial capital but benefits human, social and relationship capital by ensuring we have the required skills to deliver on our business strategy.

Maintaining effective relationships requires a careful balance between stakeholder interests. Time and financial capital spent on relationships are beneficial and result in us being seen as an employer of choice and a responsible company that invests in its communities.

Our activities have an impact on natural capital. However, they positively impact financial, human and intellectual capital and social and relationship capital through employment, recreational facilities and infrastructure development, and contribute to the national economy through taxes and investment.

To impact natural capital positively often has a short-term financial capital impact. This is due to investment in environmentally responsible initiatives, such as solar power and green building practices, that require upfront investment to provide a longer-term return.

STRATEGIC PILLARS 2024

Strategic Pillars and Priorities

Pillar 1

Loan-to-value reduction

OBJECTIVES PROGRESS

To reduce the Group's LTV ratio by 3% to 38,5% by 30 June 2024 and thus strengthen our balance sheet, reduce risk to interest variances and increase profitability.

Pillar 2

Vacancies to be maintained below 4%

OBJECTIVES PROGRESS

To preserve contractual rentals with a focus to retain current tenants and attract a future tenant mix with long-term sustainability horizons, thereby maintaining low vacancy levels.

Pillar 3 Realignment of Portfolio OBJECTIVES PROGRESS

Identify those assets that have reached "end of life" status and those whose geographic locations, or yield achievement are not strategic to the Group.

Two industrial properties, two commercial and a residential asset were identified for disposal and are currently being marketed.

Pillar 4 Associate company exit OBJECTIVES PROGRESS

To dispose of the Group's 18.175% holding in Belle Isle Investment and invest proceeds in assets where the Group has a majority holding or utilise to reduce debt levels.

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Discussions continue with interested parties, and a formal offer may materialise in the future.

Vacancies were held constant throughout the year between 3 - 6%. At June our vacancy profile was 4.03%.

Excellent progress was made in this period with group LTV reduced to 36.9%. A portion of funds released from any further asset sales will be utilised to further reduce the LTV.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AND OUR PERFORMANCE 2024

FINANCIAL
METRIC WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? HOW DID WE PERFORM IN THE YEAR?
Increased totaldistribution centsper share ofdividend payout Measures our financial health and ability toshare our profits with shareholders. 14.5 cents per share (2023: 11.25 cents)
Net asset value(NAV) Measures the total value of our assets. 1 668 cents (2023: 1 574 cents)
Overall weightedaverage cost offunding % Measures whether we can achieve a return onour investments that exceeds or meets the costof invested capital (funding). 10.72% (2023: 10.84%)
Marketcapitalisation Measures our worth on the open market andthe market's perception of our business andprospects. R131.5 million (2023: R131.4 million)
Contract rentalincome growth % Measures how well we have grown our netincome or bottom line. 8.1% (2023: R9.4%)
Interest cover ratiotimes Measures how easily we can pay interest onour outstanding debt. 1.94 times (2023: 1.75 times)
Property portfoliovalue (includinginvestmentproperty held forsale) R Measures how the value of our portfolio hasgrown. R1.11 billion (2023: R1.09 billion)
Loan to valueratio % Measures our financial health and how well wecan service our debt. 36.9% (2023: 41.6%)
Vacancy Rate % Measures how well our properties are occupied,which is a key driver of our income. 4.0% (2023 10.0%)
NON-FINANCIAL
While we are at the start of defining an ESG strategy, we have made some progress on ESG measures.
FOCUS AREAS WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? HOW DID WE PERFORM IN THE YEAR?
Environmental
Electricity saved Measures the efficiency of our operations andhow environmentally responsible we are. Refer to page 93
Water savings Refer to page 96
Renewable energygenerated Refer to page 93
Social
% Employeeturnover Measures the stability of our workforce 13% (2023: 28%)
% Femaleemployees Measures our empowerment of women. 57% (2023: 62%)
% Previouslydisadvantagedemployees Measures our transformation. 33% (2023: 25%)
Communityinvestment Measures our impact on our communities. Corporate social investment spend of R365 000(2023: R140 000)
Governance
% Average AgeBoard Measures the impact on tour skill base andsuccession needs 62 years (6/6). (2023: 61 years) (7/7)
% PreviouslydisadvantagedBoard members Measures our transformation. 0% (0/6). (2023: 0%) (0/7)
% Female Boardmembers Measures our empowerment of women. 17% (1/6). (2023: 28%) (2/7)

2024 STRATEGIC PILLARS (CONTINUED)

Strategy pillar 1 : Strategy pillar 2 :
NONCORE VACANCY PUSHOrganically optimising the portfolio's
Balance sheet and liquidity management long-term cash generation
Objectives •Dispose of non-core or saleable assets to maintainan acceptable loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 36%•Dispose of assets not contributing significantly todistributable income or reaching the end of theireconomic life cycle•Continue the current intensive debt collectionprocess•Communicate with shareholders regarding the needto build large capital reserves during the currentperiod of uncertainty in the property market.•Utilise innovative ways to generate income, includingshort tenancies in vacant properties •Reduce vacancies in offices, and retail sectorsthrough intense marketing campaigns•Improveproductivityandinternaloperationalefficiencies and create a dedicated leasing team•Maintain portfolio vacancy profile at under 4%
Actionsrequired •Consider selling assets it proceeds unlock otherareas of strategy.•Target debt collection process to a minimum of 85%.•Investigate short-term tenancies within the retailportfolio to drive additional income and reduce costs. •Innovative broker and tenant packages in order toattract tenants to our properties as well as ensuringour properties are "front of mind" in the brokercommunity.•Focus on retail vacancies in Mamelodi Square, withcommunity awareness schemes of short term, smallm2area rentals available subject to cost setup.•To focus on our expenses and maintain an expenseratio below 35% versus the benchmark of 40%
Strategy pillar 3 : Strategy pillar 4 :
EXPANSION GREENING
Entrepreneurial and joint venture partnershipsintended to increase income or develop nodes aroundmajor assets Investing in green initiatives to optimise energy andwater expenditure and reduce our carbon footprint
Objectives •Entrepreneurial focus on increasing revenue•Explore joint ventures and partnerships to strengthenthe node around major assets•Grow in segments included in the Western Cape •Continue with our strategy to invest in greeninitiatives, specifically the installation of off gridsolar systems on some of our larger assets•Continue to invest in water saving initiatives in someof our assets.
•Investigate partnerships in the listed and unlisted
  • Investigate commencement of the Dobsonville retail • Target Parktown Towers and Secunda Value Centre for Solar installation
    • Install additional water tanks and investigate the installation of boreholes on selected properties

Action required space for JVs currently being considered

date non motor related industries

• Expansion of the Eagle Canyon property to accommo-

centre in Soweto

ENHANCING STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS

We align our efforts to build long-term partnerships with our key stakeholders. This focused approach to relationships enables us to create and sustain meaningful value for our stakeholders and improve stakeholder confidence.

Engaging with stakeholders provides essential input into strategic decision-making. We strive to understand and address the legitimate needs of our stakeholders to create mutual value. The Board and management team monitor and ensure that all communication to stakeholders is accurate and transparent. Our goal is to provide stakeholders with all the relevant information they need to accurately assess our performance and prospects. We understand that our reputation hinges on our relationship with our stakeholders.

OUR KEY STAKEHOLDERS

Our Group is accountable to all its stakeholders. This report aims to provide the various categories of stakeholders with essential, practical and user-friendly information. The following are our key stakeholders:

Shareholders, analysts and investors

Providers of debt capital

Tenants, and other business partners

Service providers

Employees

Communities

Debris Removal: Antlion larvae often flick sand and debris out of the pit to keep it functional and ensure the sides remain unstable for any prey that ventures too close.

KEY STAKEHOLDER ANALYSIS

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Stakeholder Our Engagement Expectations from us(value for them) Our expectations from them(value for us)
Shareholdersand investorsanalysts Executive directors have oneon one meeting with majorshareholders. Our operationsand financial director is directlyavailable to all shareholders andpotential investors. Reliability of growth of Group, andtransparency in reporting•Positive shorterm growth indistributions•Excellent governanceprincipals•Conservative cash, debt andliquidity management•Investment value growth withplanned strategic vision. •Open and transparentcommunication•Fair value of shares•Ability to trade shares
Providers ofdebt capital We meet regularly with our debtfinance partners to assess theirrequirements after our resultsare published to ensure we arealigned to reflect our profitabilityand growth potential, with theirexpectations and covenants theyrequire. A assurance that throughour transparency and regularinterface, covenants can berelied upon to meet with theirrequirements.Regular instalments from a stableorganisation.Updates on major strategychanges •Reasonable, market drivencovenants on loans raised•Access to funding in order togrow business and ensure itssustainability•Open and transparentcommunications•Fair value of shares
Tenants, and otherbusiness partners We arrange for visits to tenantsoperations in order to observeand understand their operationsand challenges faced.Putprop's executive directorsengage directly with tenantsthrough direct and indirect(Electronic media) contact.Our property managers, ErisProperty and Broll have standinginstructions for regular face toface contact with those assetssituated outside Gauteng.Other non-direct means ofcommunication include socialmedia, print communications andoperational notices. Ethical Business partnersRelationship buildingReliable source of income. High level of service to enablethem to thrive, grow and sustaintheir businesses.Transparent and honestinteractions.Property MaintenanceFlexible lease terms

ENHANCING STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS

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Stakeholder Our Engagement Expectations from us(value for them) Our expectations from them(value for us)
Service Providers Our service providers aremanaged directly through ourproperty managers, whosefunction is to liaise and developrelationships with quality, reliable,cost efficient suppliers A reliable service providersnetwork ensures good, timeeffective service to our tenantsand their operations. Servicesand products are monitoredcontinually for all of our partners Suppliers who meet our stringentrequirement of cost effectivnesstime efficient and quality servicesor products, are rewardedwith long-term monopolistrelationships.
mployeesE •Employees, the foundationof our business and provideperformances required to growthe business.•The Group ethos is maintainedthrough communication,Training and development•Presentations •Performance reviews based onpreset KPIs•Induction ongoing training anddevelopment days•Site visit for a betterunderstanding of the Groupsoperations.•Lifestyle functions •Employees who thinkinnovatively and contribute toa positive ethos in the workenvironment•Understanding of andcontributing to the companystrategy•Delivery of exceptionalperformance in their jobspecification
munitiesmCo •Corporate Social Investmentinitiatives•Corporate Social Investmentinitiatives at our properties•Environmental initiatives•Community engagement todetermine needs•Employment opportunities foryouth created •Sponsorship and funding ofprojects•Sponsorship and donations.•Communities initiatives andprojects.•Job creation.•Stability for disadvantagedpopulations•Improved environment in andaround our assets•Opportunities to communicate •Active community support ofour retail assets•Open communications with usenabling us to address needs

Diet: Unlike their predatory larvae, adult antlions feed on nectar and pollen, making them less aggressive in their adult stage.

INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO

INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO 64
OUR INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO 66
SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 88
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT 90
OUR PEOPLE 97
COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL INITIATIVES 101

The Leopard Tortoise:

They only reach maturity at around 15 years and lay 24 eggs with incubation taking 15 months

The leopard tortoise is one of the largest tortoises in Africa, capable of reaching lengths of up to 30 inches and can weigh over 50kg.

They are named for the leopard-like spots and patterns on their shells, which provide camouflage in their natural habitat.

Leopard tortoises are herbivores and have long lifespans, living up to 100 years

Leopard tortoises are good swimmers and can float due to their large domed shell.

PORTFOLIO PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICAN PROPERTY MARKET

The property sector has being negatively impacted by concerns about local and global economic growth, due to uncertainties caused by conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. In addition radical climate changes, have caused devastation in areas of both the west and third world countries. With the GNU in place, and appraising the diverse parties appealing to appearing to be cooperating the sector and economy will hopefully receive stimulus in the months ahead especially if interest rates begin a downward movement. Although the sector performed better in the last two quarters of 2024, property fundamentals such as vacancy rates, rental levels, lease contract terms and tenant reversions still place pressure on property groups. A improvement in energy delivery by government over the second quarter of 2024 has slightly impacted the property market positively and given more certainty to tenant operations.

The market still has not recovered to those levels last seen pre Covid19, and the property sector continues to be the worst performing sector on the JSE for the majority of this period. With the GNU now in place and the various diverse parites appearing to be cooperating the sector(and economy) will hopefully receive a stimulus in the months ahead. This effect will be positively compounded as interest rates begin in a downward move.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATIONS

2024R'000 2023R'000 % Increase/(Decrease)
Rental income and recoveries 147 889 134 932 9.6
Property portfolio 1 109 000 1 095 585 1.3
Fair value adjustment -investment property 12 923 (36 666) 135.2
Properties held for resale 138 100 - 100
Vacancy profile m2 3 941 9 726 (59.4)
Lease renewals % 93.6 47 99.1
Escalation rate combined % 6.7 6.5 3.1
Net asset value cents. 1 668 1 570 6.2

PORTFOLIO SUMMARY

The Putprop property portfolio at 30 June 2024 consisted of 13 properties (2023: 13) including five properties held for resale with a total market value of R1.109 billion (2023: R1.095 billion) and a gross lettable area of 97 601m² (2023: 97 601m²). The portfolio is valued annually by an independent external valuer. Refer to note 5 in the annual financial statements.

A valuation increase of R12.9 million in the current year (2023: down R36.6 million) was recorded. Ageing properties like Putcoton and Lea Glen were again written down, but not to the extent of previous years as well as those properties where future contractual income may become problematic.

Portfolio sector key:

TENANT PROFILE BY GRADE AND CONTRACTUAL INCOME

'A' GRADELarge national tenants, listed tenants, governments and major franchises. Shoprite, Clicks, Bidvest, Super Group, Assupol and Massmart.

48.0%

Medium sized national tenants, franchises and medium to large professional firms. These include BDO, Burger King, Westpack, Eskort, Sea Harvest and Planet Fitness.

32.2%

PORTFOLIO PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW

KEY STATISTICS AND KPI'S Unit 2024 2023 2022 2021 OUR KPIS
Properties Number 13 13 15 16
Value of portfolio (including Our most important property
investment property held for sale) R bn 1 109 1 096 1 106 1 057 KPIs are:
Property portfolio growth % 1.3 (0.9) 4.6 879 •Vacancy profile
Average base rent R/m² 103.3 87.8 88.2 84.6
Vacancy rate % 4.0 10.0 2.2 2.3 •Net operating income
Tenant retention ratio % 93.6 47.1 100 96 on an individual
National tenancy % 48.0 52.0 37.0 26.7 asset basis
Disposals % - 2.9 1.4 0 •Valuations
Acquisition and Revamps Rm 0.6 40.1 99.5 16.7
Property expense ratio % 35.0 36.9 34.2 30.6 •Rental and tenantconversion rates
Municpal costs recovery ratio* % 93 92 95 90

* excludes rates

DISPOSALS

No properties were disposed of in the year under review.

Five assets are currently held for sale

ValueR'000 m2
Industrial
Lea Glen, Roodepoort 19 500 6 728
Putcoton, Roodepoort 47 500 9 559
Commercial
Bank City, Potchstroom 17 000 2 494
Summit Place G2, (bulk land), Pretoria 43 800 -
Residential
Menlyn Villa Units (9), Pretoria 10 300 872
Total 138 100 19 653

VALUATIONS

An external valuer is appointed annually to conduct a tender process. This appointment is approved by the Investment Committee and ratified by the Board. Spectrum Valuations and Asset Solutions again performed the valuations this year. Valuations are influenced by various factors, including vacancy rates, rental reversion rates, average lease escalations and expense and recovery ratios, as well as market sentiment.

The portfolio was valued at R1.109 billion (2023: R1.096 billion) with a positive fair value adjustment of R12.9 million (2023: negative R36.6 million). Retail was down by R10.3 million (2023: R12.1 million up). This arose from adjustments made to Corridor Hill and Mamelodi Square. Commercial showed a move upward from 2023 (R23.6 million down) of R28.1 million. Industrial was again down, due to a aging asset base and high maintenance costs of these assets, in 2024 of R5.2 million (2023: R24.0 million down).

VACANCIES

Our property management teams worked hard to keep vacancies at a minimum and retain tenants. We continued to improve internal efficiencies and manage costs, with our expense ratios being better than the industry average.

Our overall vacancy rate decreased to 4.0% (2023: 10.1%).

OUR WALE

(WEIGHTED AVERAGE LEASE EXPIRY)

Our WALE is 2.8 years (2023: 3.74 years), excluding the residential sector. The residential sector is not included in the overall WALE calculation due to the short-term nature of the leases, as the standard practice is a oneyear lease term.

WALE profile

Sector (years) 2024 2023 2022
Industrial 1 year 2 year 2 years
Office 3.4 years 4 years 3 years
Retail 3 years 3 years 3 years

Putprop seeks an expiry profile with a relatively flat graph, with risk dispersed over a longer term. This becomes more critical in challenging times when tenants, and in some cases landlords, prefer shorterterm leases. Relationships and understanding of tenants' businesses are essential in managing expiry profiles. Due to the lasting impacts of COVID-19, we have been increasingly reviewing leases in the context of risk to ensure effective management. During negotiations, we are always conscious of the long term sustainability of the prospective tenant.

Leopard tortoises have a long lifespan, often living 50 years or more in the wild, with some

9 726 10.0
Leases expired orterminated early
Area m2 %
18 201 18.6
Renewal of expired leases
Area m2 %
(16 700) (17.2)
Property purchasedduring the year
Area m2 %
0 0
Property soldduring the year
Area m2 %
0 0
New letting of vacant space
Area m2 %
(7 286) (7.4)
Balance at 30 June 2024
Area m2 %
3 941 4.0

individuals in captivity reaching over 75 years.

OFFICE

The office market is still significantly depressed. The national vacancy rate for A and B grades has improved slightly. Rode equates this to a rate of 14.7% still way above the long-term average of 8.8% (back to 2000). This slight improvement in vacancy rate comes at a cost with rental growth declining by 1.6% year on year after accounting for inflation. The oversupply of available space allows tenants to negotiate fantastic deals including low rentals, high tenant installation allowances and long beneficial occupation periods.

A small positive is that the decline in rentals has reduced gradually over the past 12 months. However, in real terms, rentals still fell by more than 10%.

COMMERCIAL

OUR TENANT EXPOSURE BY GROSS RENTAL (%)

RETAIL

The trend of strong retail sales seen in the last quarter of 2023 began to fade in the second quarter of 2024. With the advent of more unfavourable local economic drivers – high interest rates, high unemployment, and high inflation.

As consumers come under increasing pressure, necessities will dominate, and any spend seen as a luxury or dispensable will decrease. We expect this trend to continue until interest rate relief occurs. However confidence shows signs of recovery after the successful implementation of the Government of National Unity.

OUR TENANT EXPOSURE BY GROSS RENTAL (%)

RETAIL

RETAIL TRADING STATISTICS

Trading density R1 924 pm2 Foot count Spend per head Social Media Reach (month) 408 768 R130.00 29 742

INDUSTRIAL

The sector continues to be well placed with rental growth of 4.8% (Rode). The recovery in the manufacturing and retail markets contributed to this sector outperforming all other sectors. Logistics continues to do well which should support the sector going forward, as the online sales expansion shows no sign of easing. The pandemic accelerated this trend.

Two properties have been identified as held for sale.

INDUSTRIAL

OUR TENANT EXPOSURE BY GROSS RENTAL (%)

RESIDENTIAL

Vacancy rates were high, with a national average between 9 - 10.5%. House prices in real terms fell by 2-3% already in 2024 due to the high inflation rate. All indications are that this trend will continue for the year. This means that for the seventh consecutive year residential prices have declined.

We expect this sector to grow at a low nominal rate over the next 2 years due to a weakening economy, unemployment pressures and high interest rates. Real house price growth remains distant.

This property has been identified as a non-core asset and is currently held for sale asset.

RESIDENTIAL

OUR TENANT EXPOSURE BY GROSS RENTAL (%)

Facts about the Leopard tortoises

Habitat: Found across Eastern and Southern Africa, leopard tortoises inhabit a range of environments from semi-arid savannas to grasslands and scrublands.

Reproduction: Females lay clutches of 5 to 30 eggs in burrows dug into the ground. The eggs incubate for about 8 to 15 months before hatching, depending on temperature and environmental conditions.

Adaptations: Leopard tortoises have tough, scaly skin and strong limbs, allowing them to traverse rough terrain and dig burrows for nesting and shelter.

Conservation Status: While not currently endangered, leopard tortoises face threats from habitat loss, road mortality, and collection for the pet trade, making conservation efforts important for their continued survival.

OUR TENANTS

Putprop believes that by offering our tenants the best value for rentable money, in a specific environment, and by enhancing their business success, our own business model is improved. Our philosophy is to upgrade our portfolio on a continuous basis, thereby, maximising our premises and providing better facilities to our tenants. The success of our tenant base is vitally linked to our own.

Acquisitions of properties are done after an internal risk assessment of the premises, both at a financial level and in terms of returns, as well as the long-term demand for the property, its age, its accessibility to supply routes and its suitability for tenant needs.

All our properties should provide a solid basis for our tenants to operate from, and to grow their own business. In addition, although sustainability and profitability form the reason for our operations, it is relationships and trust that drive the vehicle to achieve this objective.

OUR GROUP OPERATES ITS BUSINESS ACTIVITIES AS FOLLOWS BY GLA:

TENANT RETENTION

Management's emphasis is to retain good tenants wherever possible, even at the expense of lower escalations or rentals per square meter. It is more cost-effective to retain rather than replace tenants.

Putprop makes use of an in-house asset management model for the control and monitoring of its Gauteng property portfolio. We may utilise sector expertise on certain operational issues, where necessary.

Our properties in other provinces are managed by professional asset managers.

TENANT FEEDBACK

In order to improve our services to tenants we hold regular feedback meetings with them, on a structured, regular basis. This takes the form of site visits and presents an opportunity to interact directly with them, at an operational level. This allows us to increase efficiencies on both sides and identify areas of frustration or operational issues at an early stage and to proactively react to these.

TENANT ANALYSIS

National tenants comprise 48.0% of the portfolio tenant profile by rental income (Standard Bank, Liberty, Massmart and Super Group). The average property value was R85.307 million (2023: R84.275 million). Geographical and sectoral distribution is reflected in the graphs on pages 69 to 72. The portfolio by value reflects a more concentrated weighting, in the commercial sector due to the high value of Summit Place. Industrial and retail weightings by rentals are reflected at 16.3% and 34.0% respectively with commercial at 49.0%. Residential is insignificant.

See graph on page 79. At present, the portfolio continues to be predominantly situated in Gauteng with one property in the North-West and two in Mpumalanga.

TOP TEN TENANTS - GROSS ANNUAL RENTALS FOR PERIOD

Larimar Limited Assupol
R12 673 000 R12 112 000
12.0% 12.5%
Cavi Holdings SizweNtsalubaGobodo
R7 313 000 R7 104 000
7.73% 7.0%
Builders Warehouse Kempster Sedgwick
R5 928 743 R5 516 160
6.0% 5,0%
Westpack lifestyle Shoprite
R4 584 523 R4 476 763
4.0% 4.0%
Supergroup BDO Audit
R4 352 771 R3 069 000
4.0% 3.2%

Leopard tortoises are native to Eastern and Southern Africa, inhabiting countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, South Africa, and Namibia.

SECTORS MIX

Number ofproperties Grosslettableaream2 Vacancym2 Vacancy% ValueRm Valueper m2Rands Averagegrossrentalper m2Rands*
Commercial portfolio
Office 4 38 675 2 689 2.8 649 600 16 796 125.8
Total commercial 4 38 675 2 689 2.7 649 600 16 796 125.8
Retail portfolio
Retail/motor related 2 8 258 617 0.70 96 100 11 637 126.9
Retail Shopping Centre 2 26 369 635 0.60 248 500 9 424 81.3
Total retail 4 34 627 1 252 1.30 344 600 9 952 179.2
Industrial portfolio
Retail warehousing 1 3 640 21 000 5 769 48.4
Remanufacturing 1 6 728 - - 19 500 2 898 25.3
High grade industrial 2 13 059 64 000 4 901 80.3
Total industrial 4 23 427 - 0 104 500 4 461 58.7
Residential Portfolio
Total Residential 1 872 - - 10 300 11 812 83.7
Total Putprop 13 97 601 3 941 4.0 1 109 000 11 363 115.6

* Includes properties held for resale.

TENANT PROFILE BY RENTAL

TENANT MIX BY CATEGORY

By GLA % By Income %
- Motor related- 12.9 13.3
- Hardware 5.5 5.6
- Clothing - 5.0 3.1
- Public Transport - 13.4 12.1
- Retail other - 7.6 11.1
- Retail Groceries - 8.9 5.4
- Education and Beauty - 4.7 7.6
- Gyms- 2.8 2.7
- Residential - 0.9 0.8
- Auditing - 6.9 9.7
- Industrial 10.6 4.2
- Office General 11.9 12.8
Insurance 8.9 11.6
- Total - 100 100

SECTORAL PROFILE (GROSS LETTABLE AREA) %

Climate: Leopard tortoises are well adapted to environments with seasonal variations in temperature and rainfall. They can withstand both hot, dry conditions and cooler,

56.3% 9.1% 49.0% 16.3%

PORTFOLIO VALUE BY SECTOR (%) SECTORAL PROFIT BY CONTRACTUAL RENT %

GEOGRAPHICAL PROFILE

The majority of the Group's properties are situated in Gauteng province, with one property located in the North West and one in the Mpumalanga province. The geographical distribution is detailed below:

Grosslettable area Totalportfolio Rentreceived Grosslettable area Totalportfolio Rentreceived
Location m2 % R'000 Location m2 % R'000
Gauteng North West
Johannesburg West 18 710 19.2 14 944 Potchefstroom 2 494 2.6 1 796
Pretoria 51 890 53.2 54 336 North West Total 2 494 2.6 1 796
Sandton 1 092 1.1 673
Johannesburg Central 4 666 4.8 8 562 Mpumalanga
Soweto 3 500 3.6 3 840 Witbank 5 835 6.0 4 806
Gauteng Total 79 858 81.8 85 152 Secunda 9 414 9.6 13 493
Mpumalanga Total 15 249 15.6 18 299

WEIGHTED AVERAGE LEASE EXPIRY ("WALE") IN YEARS

5 MAJOR LEASE EXPIRIES BY GROSS RENTAL: 2024

Property Sector Tenant Lease end GLA (m²) Status Total m2expire
Bank City Commercial Standard Bank Nov 2023 1 504 VACATED 23 714
Lea Glen Industrial Ecwamix Feb 2023 6 728 RENEWED
Lea GlenDobsonville Industrial Larimar Dec 2023 3 500 RENEWED Retained %
Eagle Canyon Retail Super Group April 2024 2 423 RENEWED 93.6
Putcoton Industrial Larimar Dec 2023 9 559 RENEWED

Retained % Total m2 expire 23 714

TOTAL LEASE EXPIRY BY REVENUE %

GROUP LEASE EXPIRING BY SECTOR

GLA

LEASE EXPIRY PROFILE

Leases expiring for the year ended June 2025 including current monthly rentals comprise 26% of the Group's current rental income and those leases expiring in the next reporting period amount to 18.6% of gross lettable area.

LEASE EXPIRY PROFILE – GROSS LETTABLE AREA

Year % Cumulative Lettable area(m2)
Monthly and vacancy 18.2 18.2 17 795
2025 7.8 26.0 7 570
2026 15.4 41.4 15 026
2027 22.4 63.8 21 880
2028 onwards 36.2 100 35 330
Total 100 100 97 601

VACANCIES

At 30 June 2024, the vacancy in the portfolio was 4.0% (2023: 10%).

COMMERCIAL VACANCIES

No. ofbuildings GLA Jun2024 VacancyJun 2024 VacancyJun 2024 No. ofbuildings GLA Jun2023 VacancyJun 2023 VacancyJun 2023
Jun 2024 (m2) (m2) (%) Jun 2023 (m2) (m2) (%)
Office 4 38 675 2 689 0.8 4 38 675 294 0.8
Retail 4 34 627 1 252 7.8 4 34 627 2 704 7.8
Industrial 4 23 927 - 28.7 4 23 927 6 728 28.7
Total 12 96 729 3 941 4.0 12 96 729 9 726 10.0

RESIDENTIAL VACANCIES

No. ofbuildingsJun 2024 GLA (M2)Jun 2024 VacancyJun 2024 VacancyJun 2024(%) No. ofbuildingsJun 2023 GLA (M2)Jun 2023 VacancyJun 2023 VacancyJun 2023(%)
Total 1 872 0 0 1 872 0 0

BASE RENTALS

The weighted average monthly base rental rates per sector, between 30 June 2023 and 30 June 2024, are set out in the graph below. All sectors reflected decreases in weighted average rentals achieved.

Vegetation: Their habitats are characterized by an abundance of grasses, succulents, and shrubs, which constitute their primary food sources. They particularly favor areas with ample low-lying vegetation.

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EXPENSE CATEGORIES AND RATIOS

The Group continuously evaluates methods of containing costs in the portfolio. The recurring costs to property revenue ratios including electricity, rates and taxes decrease from June 2023 to June 2024. Operating costs over all property sectors as reported by SAPOA in 2024, varied between 35% to 37% of rental income. The Group's reported figure of 35.0% reflected a decrease of 1.9% from 2023 (36.9%). In the current market, the cost containment program introduced in 2024, has been successfully implemented.

A graphical representation of property costs-to-revenue is shown below. The present level of cost to revenue ratio is expected to be maintained in the 32-33% range decreasing slightly going forward.

OUR PORTFOLIO (CONTINUED)

RENTAL COLLECTIONS

An important part of protecting the Group against the likelihood of tenants defaulting on their lease agreements is our credit vetting process prior to the acceptance of a tenant. We have developed a comprehensive screening process for each applicant, which assesses the tenant according to type (national, government, SMMEs and other), nature of business, main shareholders and other relevant characteristics and in the case of renewals, payment history.

We measure the effectiveness of our collections process based on the percentage collected by the seventh business day of each month which is in line with the Group's Standard Lease Agreement.

On average, our collection percentages recovered on the seventh business day of the month - for the current and previous years are:

Less < 7 2024Greater > 7 Less < 7 2023Greater > 7
Sector days % days % days % days %
Retail 90.0 10.0 94.4r 5.6s
Industrial 35.4 64.6 33.3s 66.7r
Commercial 64.9 35.1 79.7 r 21.3s
Residential 90.0 10.0 90.0 10.0

Shelter: Leopard tortoises seek shelter in burrows, under bushes, or within rock crevices to protect themselves from extreme temperatures and predators. They may also dig shallow pits to rest in during the hottest part of the day.

Water Sources: While they can survive in arid regions, access to water is crucial. They often inhabit areas near temporary water sources like rain pools or streams, especially during the wet season. 85 Integrated Annual Report 2024

OUR PORTFOLIO

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Properties owned by the Group as at 30 June 2024
Region Grosslettablearea m2– GLA% ofportfolio Vacancym2R'000 Vacancy%
Commercial
Summit Place* Gauteng 30 423 31.17 914 0.9
Parktown Towers Gauteng 4 666 4.78 274 0.3
Putprop House Gauteng 1 092 1.12
Total 36 181 37.07 1 188 1.2
Retail
Mamelodi Square* Gauteng 16 955 17.37 635 0.7
Eagle Canyon Gauteng 2 423 2.48
Corridor Hill Mpumalanga 5 835 5.98 617 0.6
Secunda Value Mart Mpumalanga 9 414 9.65
Total 34 627 35.48 1 252 1.3
Industrial
Montana Park Gauteng 3 640 3.73
Putco Dobsonville Gauteng 3 500 3.59
Total 7 140 7.32
Properties held for sale
Bank City North West 2 494 2.54 1 501 1.5
Lea Glen Gauteng 6 728 6.9
Putcoton Gauteng 9 559 9.8
Menlyn Villas Pretoria 872 0.89
G2 Land Gauteng
Total 19 653 20.13 1 501 1.5
Total Group 97 601 100 3 941 4.0

* 50% Economic interest

OUR PORTFOLIO (CONTINUED)

ValuationJune 2024R'000Commercial494 700Summit Place*77 000Parktown Towers17 100Putprop House588 800TotalRetail115 300Mamelodi Square49 900Eagle Canyon46 200Corridor Hill133 200Secunda Value Mart344 600TotalIndustrial21 000Montana Park16 500Putco Dobsonville37 500TotalProperties held for sale17 000Bank City19 500Lea Glen47 500Putcoton10 300Menlyn Villas43 800G2 Land138 100Total
ValuationJune 2023R'000 PropertyexpenditureR'000 Weightedaveragerental m2 % rentalportfolioR'000 PropertyrevenueR'000
460 800 19 238 228.9 38.5 40 526
75 000 5 112 147.2 8.1 8 634
16 800 798 78.3 0.6 673
552 600 26 898 149.8 47.3 51 365
126 686 10 044 185.8 13.1 13 810
48 700 504 126.9 3.5 3 691
51 200 436 138.3 4.6 4 806
128 700 5 007 143.6 5.6 13 491
355 286 15 991 183.3 34.0 35 798
20 000 486 51.3 2.1 2 242
21 500 1 147 86.7 3.5 3 640
41 500 1 633 69.0 5.6 5 882
18 900 1 751 81.1 1.7 1 796
20 600 1 819 27.5 2.1 2 220
47 500 2 449 78.7 8.6 9 033
10 000 281 83.7 0.7 758
49 200 -
146 200 6 300 67.8 13.1 13 807
1 109 000Grand total 1 095 586 49 070 116 .6 100.0 105 248

SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

The Board accepts overall responsibility for the implementation of policies and the advancement of sustainable development within the Group.

Integrating sustainability

We are committed to integrating sustainability into our long-term decisionmaking. We will create sustainable value for our stakeholders by being a good corporate citizen and adopting the principles of integrated sustainability.

Our goal is to create value that extends beyond profits, to ensure our efforts benefit our people, the communities we operate in and our stakeholders by demonstrating good corporate citizen leadership attributes in our development activities whilst considering our impact on the planet. We drive this goal by upholding the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of society at large and the natural environment in which we operate. To achieve this, we focused our attention on formulating a sustainability strategy, investigating how to report and communicate key sustainability metrics; and subscribing to the following sustainability objectives:

  • Using energy, water, and materials responsibly by reducing, reusing, and recycling
  • Engaging meaningfully with stakeholders around issues of sustainability
  • Being cognisant of climate change projections in the areas in which we operate

Putprop subscribes to the following sustainability objectives:

• Implementing sustainable practices such as energy efficiency

• Using energy, water and waste materials responsibly by reducing, reusing and recycling

• Being cognisant of climate change projections in the areas in which we operate

OUR ENVIRONMENT 90
EMPOWERING OUR PEOPLE 97
SOCIAL INITIATIVES 101

The Leopard Tortoise:

Integrated Annual Report2024 89

Soil Type: They prefer habitats with sandy or loamy soil, which is ideal for digging nests for egg-laying. Such soil types also help in thermoregulation and provide a suitable environment for hatchlings.

Human Impact: Habitat loss due to agricultural expansion, urban development, and road construction poses significant threats to leopard tortoise populations. Conservation of their natural habitats is crucial for their survival.

UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

While each of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals ("SDGs") is important, Putprop's current position is to place emphasis where practical, on the following goals during the current year:

Good health and well-being

Ensuring our properties maintain and promote good health through indoor air quality, water quality, thermal comfort and lighting.

Affordable and clean energy

Ensuring tenants have access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy.

  • Solar PV installation in the portfolio
  • Reduction in electricity usage through energy efficiency projects

Life on land

We strive to serve communities responsibly and protect the surrounding environment and biodiversity at our properties.

  • Beehive's installed at select properties to combat bee population declines.
  • Owl project implemented for ecological control of rodents

Clean water and sanitation

Putprop believes in responsible water management. We strive to improve the operational usage and quality of water in our properties.

  • Management and reduction of water usage
  • Alternative water initiatives in the form of boreholes and water storage

Sustainable cities and communities; and climate action

Ensuring that the Group's buildings are environmentally sustainable and climate resilient.

  • We invest in renewable energy
  • Reduction of emissions

Partnerships for the goals

We partner with parties that advocate for sustainable development in the property sector.

Getting to know the Leopard Tortoise:

High-Domed Shell: The leopard tortoise's shell is not only striking with its unique, leopardlike spots and patterns, but its high-domed shape also helps protect against predators and environmental hazards.

Hydration Strategies: Unlike many tortoises, leopard tortoises can drink and store large amounts of water when it is available, allowing them to survive in arid environments by relying on this stored water during dry periods.

Burrow Builders: Leopard tortoises are known to dig burrows not only for nesting but also for shelter, using their strong limbs and claws to create these protective retreats from extreme weather and predators.

NATURAL CAPITAL

OVERVIEW OF ENERGY AND WATER USEAGE

Managing and, where possible, reducing the environmental impact of our properties, as well as monitoring our carbon footprint, are recognised as strategic objectives by the Board.

As a Group, we are committed to reducing the impact our asset base may have on the environment , with the goal of limiting any negative impact.

As our assets are relatively large energy consumers, we aim to become as self-sufficient as possible in the provision of utilities, despite the challenges faced due to government and municipal inefficiencies.

The implementation and management of this objective will, by necessity, have to occur with the active support and input of all of our stakeholders and will also, be an ongoing process.

All solutions identified and implemented need to be workable, cost efficient and self-sustaining, for the immediate future.

With the current energy and environmental challenges facing South Africa, these initiatives can have identifiable financial benefits for all our stakeholders, in the long term.

The following initiatives have been identified and either implemented or under discussion in our properties:

Renewable energy in the form of Solar Power. Currently the Group has a medium term program to fast track the implementation of Solar Power on all suitable assets in the portfolio. Many properties have large roof areas which is ideal for bulk solar panel installations. Two properties were successfully completed in the 2024 year. Discussions continue with several parties to convert this roof space into a renewable energy generation source, where suitable and cost effective.

Formal monthly program that monitors consumption of energy across our asset base that highlight variations in consumption, enabling early detection of system defects and incorrect billings

Programmes to introduce efficient light fittings and globes in all of our properties as well as future refurbishments are now standard.

Discussions are underway with suitable parties to consider investing in rooftop solar farm installations. Putprop House solar installation was successfully completed in late 2023. Water storage tanks have been installed in two properties and a additional borehole sunk in another. The aim is to become net zero in certain properties.

ENERGY EFFICIENT INITIATIVES

To make informed energy efficient decisions linked to effective implementation, we need to evaluate the most practical and cost-effective means to manage our utilities.

The current Eskom inability to provide a reliable energy source and the greater than inflation increases have accelerated the need to have alternative energy solutions. A large number of our properties are occupied by tenants whose energy consumption is high but who also need a consistent, reliable and cost-efficient supply.

(2023: 56.4 kWh per m2

)*.

PRODUCED:

We produced

*estimated

NATURAL CAPITAL (CONTINUED)

ENERGY STATUS OF OUR ASSET BASE

Grid electricity%kw

Renewable electricty Kwm2

Diesel R'000

Reduction in diesel usage arose from increases in solar generated energy by our asset base and a suspension of load shedding in the second quarter of 2024.

COMMENTS

Putprop is currently still largely dependant on the Eskom grid, with backup facilities being limited mainly to generator power and limited solar installations. Although load shedding has substantially reduced during the first two quarters we continue to implement our strategy of long term independence with respect to both energy and water supply.

ESKOM:

Coal usage reduction 3.68T
Water usage reduction 22.3KL
CO2 Emissions reduction 5.9

NATURAL CAPITAL (CONTINUED)

WATER CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Efficiency focus of water usage across our property portfolio

Introduction of a formal monthly program that monitors consumption of water across our asset base to highlight variations in consumption, enabling early detection of water wastage and system defects;

All new refurbishing use low flushing mechanisms in toilet facilities;

Investigation into waterless systems for men's urinal facilities;

Changeroom shower systems program introduced to fit with water reducing mechanisms;

Integrated water and wastewater management;

Boreholes continue to be installed at selected high usage tenant locations where water is used for high volume activities such as fleet washing. In addition, we have added water purification mechanisms to make water safe for human consumption at our borehole installations;

Installation of JoJo tanks for continuous use where municipal supply is problematic water usage in progress and will continue to roll out across suitable properties in 2024/2025

South Africa is a water deficient country with water supply concerns increasingly frequent in recent years witnessing the critical water supplies in the Western and Eastern Cape. These trends are largely due to the following:

— The country's water supplies have been impacted by climate change, with infrequent rainfalls that do not replenish water consumed.

— With increasing urbanisation stemming from the country's rural areas, cities are struggling to meet the demand for water.

— According to the Water Research Commission, approximately 40% of total municipal water supplied in South Africa is lost before it reaches customers, as a result of leaks in an ageing infrastructure. As a result certain large metros such as Johannesburg experience frequent water outages.

— The deterioration of existing dam structures continues, which is exacerbated by delays in the construction of new dams in key areas.

SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION

• A utility audit in respect of water and energy consumption is essential. This necessitates, by implication, that this is an ongoing process. As a result, we intend to audit all our properties in the course of the next 12 - 24 months with a view to determine which properties, if any, are in need of remedial action and then to determine the appropriate response.

NATURAL CAPITAL

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WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING

Our policy is to separate waste and recycle items, where feasible at source Waste is defined as plastics, metals, oil and consumables.

Our tenant base is encouraged to participate in this initiative and support is provided in certain instances

Large recycling bins have been installed at certain retail centres

CLIMATE CHANGE

• In pursuing our financial activities and objectives, we believe we have a responsibility to make a contribution to reducing our carbon footprint as part of our sustainable environmental program.

Commodity 2023 2024
Name July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Cans (kg) 29 92 20 107 127 92 74 69 106 59 45 53
Cardboard (kg) 9 295 4 105 3 310 4 380 3 406 4 320 5 460 3 740 4 200 5 120 3 220 4 030
Compost (kg) 10 500 24 200 28 600 28 600 28 600 28 600 26 400 26 950 28 600 30 800 21 450
Glass (kg) 0 800 409 80
Paper (kg) 355 378 328 1 101 550 524 500 240 389 666 467 485
Plastic (kg) 909 927 862 1 510 1 972 1 270 1 114 649 595 1 654 836 990
Tetra Pack (kg) 29 13 15 50 48 74 55 35 34 61 32 38
Total (kg) 21 117 6 315 28 735 35 748 34 703 34 880 35 803 31 133 32 274 36 160 35 809 27 126

WASTE TO LANDFILL

Commodity 2023 2024
Name July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
240L WheelieBin Lifts 5 525 7 150 2 275 3 225 3 475 3 600 3 900 4 200 3 900 3 900 4 200 3 600
Total (kg) 5 525 7 150 2 275 3 225 3 475 3 600 3 900 4 200 3 900 3 900 4 200 3 600

WATER CONSUMPTION: We consumed

2.05 kℓ per m2 in FY2024 (2023: 2.3 kℓ per m2)

TOTAL VOLUME OF WASTE SENT FOR RECYCLING:

We recycled 104 tons in FY2024 (2023: 49 tons)

DETERMINING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

We will take advice on our carbon emissions at certain of our properties, identified as possible high emission units. A carbon emission audit will commence in the 2025 period, with the view of informing the Board of a suitable strategy.

Leopard tortoises have an impressive ability to store large amounts of water, drinking deeply and retaining it in their bladders, which allows them to survive extended periods of drought in their arid and semi-arid habitats.

EMPOWERING OUR PEOPLE

OUR PEOPLE

CULTURE

Our employees are key to our success. We believe that long-term success is directly linked to the quality of our people, our ability to retain exceptional people, our working environment, and our culture. We strive to build an environment which encourages a high performance culture where the values of employee and company are in sync.

ETHICS

Putprop is committed to creating a workplace culture that promotes fair and ethical standards. Guidelines on expected employee behaviour are communicated through our Code of Conduct, employee communication plan and meetings. We have a Fraud Prevention Policy that allows employees and stakeholders to report irregularities to an independent party for appropriate investigation anonymously. The Group operates a whistle-blowing electronic platform as well as a formal gift policy (read more on page 126). During the year, a new Disciplinary Code was launched and communicated throughout the Group to ensure all employees are aligned with Putprop's expectations and standards regarding the workplace.

EMPLOYEE DIVERSITY

Putprop's team comprises 7 full time employees with diverse and complementary skills. We believe that value creation and a diverse workforce go hand in hand. Together, our leadership and Board-approved diversity policy aims to broader diversity, including gender, race, culture, age, field of knowledge, skills and experience.

PERMANENT EMPLOYEES (%)

OUR PEOPLE (continued)

AVERAGE TENURE (YEARS)

RETENTION RATE %

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OUR PEOPLE (continued)

OPEN DOOR POLICY

Our open door policy allows substantial employee interaction with top management on a equal footing allowing creative thinking and an idea generating think tank.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

We engage with employees to understand their strengths, weaknesses, and career objectives. We support on-the-job training to guide employees without property experience and send employees on specialised property courses. Training and development requirements are identified in formal performance management sessions.

As people development is considered essential to Putprop, we have committed to a formal training budget and have made training a specific focus area for the 2025 financial year. Training will include topics related to the property industry, business skills and soft skills development.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

We prioritise employee well-being by creating a healthy, fair, safe, and engaging work environment for our workforce. This is an important strategic objective for us.

No injuries or medical treatment cases were reported during the financial year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO B-BBEE

At present, the Group does not comply with B-BBEE legislative requirements.

Strategic objectives will include the development of a new Employment Equity Plan and a B-BBEE strategy where progress will be tracked and reported to the Board on a regular basis. The Group has set targets and is busy charting a plan to achieve a basic compliance within a reasonable period.

To this end a formal B-BBEE consultant has been approached.

We aim to attract and retain talent through market-related remuneration and career development opportunities. We conduct regular one-on-one discussions with all employees, and develop succession planning for key roles. These succession plans are evaluated yearly by the Remuneration Committee and comments and strategies sent for Board comment and approval.

SUCCESSION PLANNING

The Putprop Board has developed in 2024 a formal succession plan for key roles in the executive to address the risk of skills loss. The approach included:

  • Identification of an applicable succession methodology and guidance on how to manage the process;
  • Identification of critical roles and unpacking the competency requirements of each key role;
  • Identification of key employees in these roles; and
  • Determining internal successors if any, along with a current skill analysis where gaps are identified.

Where knowledge or skill gaps limit succession, a plan is put in place and reviewed quarterly to assist the potential successor in closing these gaps. Succession planning and key man dependency risk are considered a material matter.

SOCIAL AND RELATIONSHIP CAPITAL

SOCIAL AND RELATIONSHIP CAPITAL

CORPORATE SOCIAL INVESTMENT

After the successful completion of our past projects, the Board again gave approval for a increase in budget to R500 000 for the current year.

Various projects were examined by the Social and Ethics Committee, with an emphasis again on projects involving children and education as well as supporting communities in the areas we operate in.

During the year, the Social and Ethics Committee (SE) met on two occasions.

In 2024 we focused on the following key areas:

  • Tenant assistance retention for key properties
  • Provision of food packs for vulnerable communities. This involved a change in policy for the current year. A smaller month budget was allotted for food support for target communities. Our staff are actively involved in preparation and distribution of the parcels.

Approval was given for the following funding:

Jicama 89

Kaross foundation

Little Eden

WAS Foundation

Home of Hope for Girls

Sea Rescue

Chubby Chums

East Rand Children's Fund

Samaritaan Huis

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Chubby Chums

Chubby Chums was established in 1999 to help address the needs of the many children left destitute by poverty, disease and abuse. Chubby Chums is in partnership with Child Protection Units and has 36 Children's Homes.

Putprop donated towards 3 Soup kitchens that is based in Angelo Informal Settlement which serves nutritional foods 3 times a week to +- 20 000 people a month.

Contribution:

R50 000 TOWARDS SOUP KITCHEN

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Jicama 89

Jicama 89 started assisting the Sibonile School for Visually Impaired and Disabled children in 2007 and have been actively involved in supporting the children in the care of the Sibonile School which is based in Klipriver to date. Jicama 89 has recently adopted 2 additional schools, 2nd school – The Harvey Cohen Centre, which is based in Eldorado Park and the 3rd school - Isizwe Setjhaba SID School based in Midvaal. This NPO seeks to make individuals and the public aware of the task of educating children with Visual Impairment or Mentally and Physically Impaired and Severe Intellectual Disabilities.

Putprop donated funds towards the upliftment of the toilets, plumbing and the roof repairs at the Harvey Cohen Centre.

Contribution:

R50 000

TOWARDS RENOVATING RESTROOM FACILITIES FOR 170 LEARNERS WHO ARE MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY DISABLED

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Kaross foundation

In 2017 the Kaross Foundation was born. The foundation is a non-Profit organization with the main objective to identify, fund and implement projects that will result in a sustainable improvement in the quality of life of both Kaross and Groep 91 Uitvoer's employees and their communities.

Putprop sponsored 719 Fun with English Workbooks and 24 Teacher Guide books for grades 1 and 2 at Manyunyu, Nyavana, Nwajaheni and Vhulakanjhani Primary! Fun with English workbooks, written by Magri Genovese, has been used for the past few years in our partnering schools. These books supplement the DBE curriculum.

Contribution:

R174 481

TOWARDS 719 FUN WITH ENGLISH WORKBOOKS AND 24 TEACHERS GUIDE BOOKS TO 4 PRIMARY SCHOOLS

COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL INITIATIVES (continued)

Little Eden

LITTLE EDEN is a registered non-profit organisation providing life-long care to 300 children and adults with profound intellectual disability in two custom designed residential facilities – Domitilla and Danny Hyams Home in Edenvale, and Elvira Rota Village, in Bapsfontein.

Putprop donated shading and paving for the residence in memory of Gaetano Antonio Carleo.

27 November 1952 – 31 December 2023.

Contribution:

R30 000

TOWARDS SHADING AND PAVING FOR RESIDENCE IN MEMORY OF GAETANO ANTONIO CARLEO

WAS Foundation

The WAS (We're Against Starvation) Foundation was founded on the 27th of October 2009 by Esmarelda van Zy and is based in Krugersdorp, Gauteng. Initially an animal rescue initiative, they've evolved to helping the povertystricken communities in the area. This NPO provides immediate relief to the homeless, people living in squatter camps and in backyards, and the poor community, where they can have a place to get a daily meal , clothing and attend upliftment projects.

Putprop sponsored 3 months of children's breakfast and towards a daily Soup Kitchen.

Contribution:

R25 000 TOWARDS 3 MONTHS KIDS BREAKFAST MEALS

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East Rand Children's Fund

East Rand Children's Fund has a Soup Kitchen every Tuesday and Thursday that provides a healthy plate of food to approximately 400 underprivilege families and street children. This NPO also helps families with basic necessities like toiletries, blankets, clothes, stationery and food parcels.

Putprop sponsored the Soup Kitchen every Tuesday and Thursday for 2 months.

Contribution:

R20 000 TOWARDS SOUP KITCHEN

Home of Hope for Girls

Home of Hope for Girls offers a safe residence to children and teens who have survived abusive situations, predominantly linked to child sex trafficking. This NPO has two homes in the suburbs of Johannesburg, in addition to an outreach centre in the Hillbrow/Berea area. In total, there are 75 girls in full-time care and another 150 children are supported by the outreach programme.

Putprop donated funds towards the 67 Minutes of Hope Concert.

Contribution:

R1 400 TOWARDS 67 MINUTES

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Sea Rescue

The NSRI provides an essential rescue service to water users who find themselves in difficulty on South African coastal and inland waters. Manned entirely by volunteer crew we are the only nation-wide service of its kind, operating 24/7 and 365 days of the year.

Putprop donated funds towards rescue operations, boats, fuel, an emergency operations centre, rescue stations and equipment.

Contribution:

TOWARDS RESCUE OPERATIONS, BOATS, FUEL, AN EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE, RESCUE STATIONS AND EQUIPMENT.

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Samaritaan Huis

NPO based in Boksburg North has been in operation for the past 23 years which is runned by Ouma Minnie van der Klashorst, Mari Russel and Duane Maartens. The NPO gives out food parcels daily and warm meals three times a week as well as offers free Gr R education.

Putprop has donated 70 food hampers that were handed out to the local residence.

Contribution: R5 000 TOWARDS 70 FOOD HAMPERS

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LOVE LIGHT CARE Foundation

Putprop put together 50 nutritional food hampers which was handed out at Witkoppen Clinic in the Antenatal and Baby Department. The hampers were handed out out to mothers with newborn babies, elderly and pregnant woman which come from the surrounding Informal Settlements in/ around the North of Joburg. Putprop worked together with Michelle Chelliah Singh from LOVE, LIGHT, CARE Foundation to hand out the hampers and to meet with the community.

Contribution: R5 000 TOWARDS 50 FOOD HAMPERS

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

CORPORATE OVERVIEW GOVERNANCESTRUCTURE 114
RISK MANAGEMENT 115
BOARD OVERVIEW 122
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 130
BOARD MILESTONES 136
THE MANAGEMENT TEAM 138

The Buffalo Weaver

Nesting Habits: Buffalo weavers are known for their large, communal nests made from twigs and grass. These nests, often built in acacia trees, can house multiple pairs and have separate chambers for each pair.

Species: There are two species of buffalo weavers: the White-billed Buffalo Weaver (Bubalornis albirostris) and the Red-billed Buffalo Weaver (Bubalornis niger), both named for the color of their distinctive bills.

Diet: They have a varied diet that includes seeds, insects, and small fruits. Buffalo weavers are often seen foraging on the ground or following large mammals like buffalo to catch insects disturbed by their movement.

GOVERNANCE OVERVIEW AND STRUCTURE

PHILOSOPHY

Corporate governance incorporates the adoption and monitoring of sound and effective systems of internal control, the assessment and management of business risks and the definition and implementation of appropriate business procedures. Responsibilities are fixed, directed and controlled for the purpose of administering and safeguarding shareholders' interests and Group assets.

Effective governance supports the value creation processes within our group and ensures the preservation of value created.

Governance within Putprop is managed and monitored by the Board. The Board deems corporate governance a priority and is committed to applying the principles, structures, policies and practices necessary to ensure that good corporate governance is practiced, and for this accepts full responsibility. These principles include integrity, transparency, accountability, and relevant and meaningful reporting to all stakeholders.

We are committed to review our governance mandate annually and principles to continuously improve where necessary.

GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE

RISK MANAGEMENT

RISK MANAGEMENT

The Group has a formal policy document setting out its approach to and control of risk management.

During 2024, the board decided to formally separate the Audit and Risk Committee into two committees - an Audit Committee and a Risk Committee. This now allows for a more detailed focus and risk strategy development than previously with a measurable benefit to the Group. The Board, through its executives and the Risk Committee, together with the systems of internal control, identifies and manages significant Group risks on an ongoing basis. This enables it to discharge its responsibilities for ensuring that the wide range of risks associated with its operations are effectively managed in support of the creation and preservation of all stakeholders' value. Putprop, through the Risk Committee, monitors regulates and determines the Group's risk management policy, as well as its risk matrix tolerance.

Risk appetite

Our risk appetite reflects a balanced and integrated approach to risk management. This enables Putprop to take calculated risks in our pursuit of long-term value creation. Material risks are frequently reviewed, challenged and prioritised by executive management.

Management formulates strategic plans to mitigate these risks. These plans are then reviewed and recommended by the Risk Committee to the Board for approval. This process determines the residual risks to be assessed and thereby, determines our risk appetite.

Risk tolerance

Our risk matrix guides Putprop. Where a risk remains residually high, the activity giving rise to the risk is closely monitored by management. These risks are identified in terms of their probability and potential impact on Putprop. Each risk is mapped to the strategic objective that it could impact.

Key Low Medium High

RISK MATRIX

The risk management framework for this reporting period which has been presented to the Risk Committee and monitored during the year ended 30 June 2024 is detailed below.

Investment property portfolio

Risk Inability to source suitable properties for acquisition
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Restricts ability to grow the portfolio •Regular interaction with key people in the industry•Auction attendance
Risk Damage to investment property
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Financial loss to the company and reduced asset value •Comprehensiveinsurancepolicybasedonthereplacement cost of investment properties•Regular review of the insurance policy and insured values
Risk Inadequate and/or irregular maintenance of investment property
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Devaluation and/or depreciation of properties due to lackof maintenance •Implementation of a programme for ongoing maintenance•Budget to allow for adequate and regular maintenance ofinvestment property•Regular building inspections by portfolio managers,property managers, asset managers and executivemanagement
Risk Investment property valuations volatility in current market conditions
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Danger to balance sheet loan covenants •Tenant mix and local trading conditions monitored andassessed on a regular basis•Program for disposal of poor quality low yield assets andpoorly situated locations
Risk Physical deterioration of properties
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Difficulty to grow quality portfolioRisk of erosion of property value •Property managers perform regular property assetrolling maintenance program•Disposal of aging, past expiry date non core assets

RISK MANAGEMENT

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Operational performance

Risk Vacancies and rental default

Rental growth, capital appreciation and return to shareholders may be adversely impacted by increased vacancies and tenant defaults

IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY

  • Strong focus on tenant relationships to ensure retention
  • Targeted leasing strategy
  • Early renewal negotiations
  • Effective credit control procedures for defaulting tenants
  • High vacancy levels impacting on rental income Ensure asking rentals are market related, with flexibility on rental levels if necessary. Strong relationship with brokers, leasing incentive programs, to fast track and fill vacancies
    • Master broker policy created for efficient dedicated focus

Operational performance

Risk Prevailing Economic conditions
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Current economic growth of 1% impacts consumerspending patterns •National tenant ratio to be high to negate risk•Focus on essential product tenants such as groceries andclothing
Risk Significant increases in rates and taxes, other municipal costs and poor service delivery
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
The increased cost of occupancy for tenantsA decrease in net operating income for the GroupA decrease in valuation of assets •Putprop thoroughly reviews municipal valuations andlodges objections when appropriate•Investment in solar and boreholes to reduce reliance onmunicipal power and services
Increase in defaults, non- recoveries of all operatingcosts, lower yields •Monthly monitoring of existing tenant's utilities costs byindependent contractor. This ensures early warning ofirregularities
Risk Political riots and unrest
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Violence and looting leads to more poverty, increasedunemployment and the loss of innocent life, negativelyimpacting the communities we serve, our employees andthe Group's properties, particularly the retail malls •Putprop has dedicated managers at all our retailproperties who liaise with the on-site security functionon a regular basis to assess risks•Appropriate insurance cover is in place•Emergency evacuation plans for tenants and employees
Risk Inconsistent supply of critical services and a deterioration in local authorities' service delivery
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Tenant loss of income and retention. Risk of defaults oncontractual rentals •Installation of generators and boreholes for large tenants•Solar energy projects initiated

Operational performance (continued)

Risk Rental reversions of existing tenant base
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Substantial loss of contract rental income •Formal Risk management document with procedures tomanage such events and specific authority levels set forshort term relief to tenant base
Risk Over-dependence on a single tenant– loss or failure to renew
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Substantial operational losses in the Group's industrialsector with significant loss of income •Continuation of diversification into properties withdiverse tenants
Risk Significant volume of leases expiring in a short period with failure to renew
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Impact on growth and distribution •Leaseexpiriesmonitoredwithnegotiationswithtenants held well in advance of expiry and early re-letsencouraged.•Shorter or Longer let periods. Staggering of lease expiryprofile where feasable

Financing

Risk Interest rate risk
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Increased cost of borrowings will reduce the return toshareholders •Continual review of policy regarding fixed interest ratesand hedging•Negotiations with banks to reduce cost of borrowings•Loan to value ratio strategy to focus on rate managementin times of high finance rates
Risk Availability of finance for property acquisitions and redevelopment
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Inability to grow the portfolio •Regularinteractionwithbankerstoensuretheavailability of debt for funding•Facilitate access to equity in the future throughengagement with analysts and fund managers to createawareness.

Financing (continued)

Risk Refinance risk
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Risk of refinancing refusal when existing debt facilitiesnear expiry •Maintain ratios at levels accepted to finance industriesloan-to-value•Stagger debt expiry profile•Policy of being multi-banked•Strict covenant adherence
Risk Liquidity due to poor rental collections
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Insufficient liquidity at operational levels •Regular cash forecasts and loan maturity managedthrough suitable finance arrangements

• Strict control of debtor base

Governance

Risk Non-compliance with regulations
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Suspension or termination of the company's listingFailure to comply with key laws and regulations of thejurisdictions in which the entity operates may result infines and penalties, reputational harm or potential loss oflisting status •Active monitoring by the designated advisor, CompanySecretary•Risk Committee•Management consults with specialists to ensurecompliance with all laws, where necessary.
Risk Economic climate challenges resulting in increased probability of business failures and loss of income
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Impact on growth and distribution •Closemonitoringofexistingtenant'soperationswith assistance given to tenants who are consideredbeneficial to the Group
Risk Inability to maintain dividend distribution growth
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Loss of confidence in the market •Activemanagementofportfolioandoperationalefficiencies

Skills and systems

Risk Retention of key staff and adequate human resourcing
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Loss of key staff or being under- resourced will impact theability to achieve the Group's objective effectively •Executivemanagementconstantlyassessesthecapacityofstaffandcloselymonitorsstaffingrequirements as the business grows•All staff members are awarded short-term incentivebonuses
Risk Information technology ("IT") failure
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Loss of revenue as a result of loss of dataImpact on the company's reputation in the event that thedata is not recovered promptly •Support of appropriately skilled IT resources andcontractors
Risk Fraud and errors
IMPACT OF RISK MITIGATION STRATEGY
Financial loss as a result of employee fraud goingundetected •Regular review of internal controls

Having regard for the size and life stage of the Group a dedicated internal audit function is not considered appropriate at this time. The Risk Committee believes that no additional risk results from this omission. In addition, the Risk Committee and Board are confident that the current IT procedures that are in place are appropriate.

RISK APPETITE AND TOLERANCE IT MANAGEMENT

CRITICAL RISKS

    1. Single tenant dependent
    1. Failure to renew leases
    1. Failure to maintain property valuations
    1. Rental reversions
    1. Management losses
    1. Labour unrest
    1. Critical services suppliers
    1. Deterioration of ageing assets
    1. Interest rate increases
    1. Fraud and errors

New and enhanced information management capabilities and connectivity facilitates have been developed allowing for improved decision-making for the Board and senior management at a faster pace than before while still maintaining a prudent approach.

The accelerating rate of technological change requires that the Company remain agile and competitive in the markets in which it operates. The proliferation of new technology creates both opportunities and threats, and these must be assessed and analysed in terms of their impacts on Putprop. These requirements and potential threats are formally identified and analysed and action plans developed. at Risk Committee meetings.

Where necessary, suitable adjustments are implemented.

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BOARD OVERVIEW AND DIRECTORS

STRUCTURE

The Board is collectively responsible to all shareholders for the sustainability, long-term success and strategic direction of the Group. The Board exercises control through a governance framework providing for detailed reporting to the Board by management and Board Committees, as well as established and regularly reviewed systems of internal controls.

As at the date of this report, Putprop has a unitary board comprised of six directors, of whom four are independent non-executive and two are executive. The independent nonexecutive directors collectively contribute an extensive range of financial, corporate governance and business experience to the decision-making processes of the Board.

DIVERSITY OF BOARD

The Board believes that the number, calibre and wide-ranging business experience in strategic, financial, commercial and property activities of the independent non-executive directors are such that their views carry significant weight in the Board's decision-making processes and allows them to exercise independent judgement in board decisions and deliberations.

In line with the Board approved Diversity Policy, should a vacancy on the Board arise, or should there be a requirement for an additional Board appointment to be made, preference will be given to diverse candidates who meet the skills, expertise, experience and background required to fill such position.

There is a clear distinction between the running of the Board and the executive responsibility for the running of the Group's day-to-day business. The Board believes that this division of responsibilities ensures that a balance of power and authority amongst directors exists, such that no one director has unfettered powers of decision making.

Non-executive directors receive no benefits from Putprop other than their directors' fees.

All non-executive directors are considered to be independent. This level of independence for all non-executive directors is reviewed every two years by an independent external party. This review was performed during the current review – refer to the Board Evaluation on page 125.

BOARD DEMOGRAPHICS

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BOARD OVERVIEW AND DIRECTORS (CONTINUED)

DIVERSITY OF AGE AND TENURE

DIVERSITY OF THE BOARD

An important enabler of value creation is a balanced Board comprised of individuals with diverse and complementary skills. To this end, the Board ensures that the directors have a diverse range of knowledge, expertise and experience in strategic, financial, commercial and property activities, in order to function efficiently and effectively, while exercising independent judgement in Board decisions and deliberations. The Board has adopted a policy on the promotion of broader diversity on the Board, focusing not only on gender and race but also on the promotion of other diversity attributes such as culture, age, field of knowledge, skills and experience.

These combined skills and experience benefit the Board as a whole in its supervisory role. Biographies of the Board can be found on pages 132 to 134 of this integrated report.

DIVERSITY OF AGE

To enhance the diversity of age on the Board, the Company has adopted a policy on director rotation, which is discussed below, under the heading Board refreshment and succession. As at 30 June 2024, the average age of the Company's directors is 62 years. See page 123 for further details.

APPOINTMENTS

Appointments to the Board are made using a formal and transparent process based on recommendations received from the Nomination Committee. All candidates are reviewed in detail by the Board against objective criteria such as diversity, experience, qualifications and industry knowledge. Final appointments must be unanimously approved by the Board. Once appointed, the Nomination Committee ensures that all new directors are adequately informed with respect to Putprop's business policies, ethical standards, meeting dates and procedures. This is achieved through the provision of information and by formal induction.

In addition, new directors are introduced to courses provided by the JSE and the Institute of Directors at the Group's expense. New developments, including those relating to the Companies Act, corporate governance and other relevant legislation are communicated at Board meetings.

CHANGES TO THE BOARD

Anna Carleo retired from the Board of Directors after 17 years served to the group with effect from 30th November 2023. The board wishes to express its appreciation of the contributions made by Anna to the growth of the group and wish her well in her retirement.

BOARD CHAIRMAN

The Board is chaired by an independent non-executive director and, in accordance with King IV and the JSE Listings Requirements, the roles of the Chairman and CEO are separate and distinct to facilitate the smooth and efficient functioning of the Board. A formal delegation of authority framework ensures that there is a clear division of responsibilities between the Chairman, the CEO and those of the Board as a whole.

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ROTATION, RETIREMENT AND RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTORS

In accordance with Putprop's Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI), non-executive directors have no fixed terms of appointment but one third are subject to retirement by rotation at each Annual General Meeting and, if eligible, thereafter are re-elected by shareholders. Mr Gerrit van Heerden & Ms Rene Styber will retire for the current term and have offered themselves for reappointment at the Annual General Meeting. In addition to this, the appointment of any new directors, by the Board during the year, are required to be confirmed at the following Annual General Meeting.

The Group has a compulsory retirement age for executive and non-executive directors, of 70 years. On retiring, this compulsory retirement age tenure may be annually extended for a further period of one year. Mr Smith and Mr Van Heerden reaching compulsory retirement age in February 2024 had their tenure extended for a further 12 months to February 2025 with majority Board approval. Non-executive directors standing for relection received approval for their nomination to be submitted at the Annual General Meeting for approval and appointment.

DIRECTORS' TENURE POLICY

The Company's MOI states that:

  • One-third of Non executive directors are to retire by rotation at each AGM and are eligible for re-election
  • As set out in the notice of AGM and in terms of the MOI, Gerrit van Heerden and Rene Styber are due to retire by rotation at the upcoming AGM and offer themselves for reelection. Their brief biographies are on page 8 and 9.

The Board has adopted the following framework regarding non-executive director ("NED") tenure:

    1. Initial period of three years
    1. Extendable, with majority approval, for two further periods of three years (to nine years).
    1. Extendable, with majority approval for three further periods of one year each (to 12 years)
    1. Special exception for specific skills, with majority approval for three further periods of one year each (to 15 years)
    1. Maximum retirement age is 70 years old. Eligible for a further annual one year tenure with majority board approval

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The Board operates under an approved charter which regulates the way business is conducted. Primary responsibilities include discussing and reviewing the strategic direction of the Group, monitoring investment decisions, considering significant financial matters and reviewing performance. In addition, specific attention is given to ensuring that a comprehensive system of policies and procedures is operative and compliant with corporate governance principles. This is reviewed regularly. The Board remains responsible to its shareholders in the exercise of its duties.

Non-executive directors contribute an independent view to matters under consideration and add to the breadth and depth of the experience of the Board. All directors have the appropriate knowledge and experience necessary to perform their duties and are actively involved in the Group's affairs.

BOARD CHARTER

The Board has a formal written charter which encompasses legislative requirements, King IV recommendations and the principles of best practice. The Board further acknowledges that it is responsible for the main functions in the charter as set out below:

  • Providing strategic direction and leadership by assessing and authorising budgets, plans and strategies submitted by senior management;
  • Determining, implementing and monitoring policy procedures, practices and systems to ensure the integrity of risk management and internal controls to protect Putprop' s assets and good name;
  • Monitoring the operational performance of the business against predetermined budgets, financial and non-financial indicators;
  • Monitoring the performance of management at both operational and executive level;
  • Establishing relationships with its shareholders, staff and other relevant stakeholders which are open, transparent, and honest using accepted principles of good communication;
  • Appointing the CEO and delegating authority levels of authority for all executives;
  • Ensuring compliance with codes of best business practice, corporate governance regulations and all relevant laws;
  • Balancing the interests of all stakeholders of the Group;
  • Ensuring that succession plans for the executive directors and senior management are maintained;
  • Approving and reviewing Group policies; and to
  • Establish, maintain and set terms of reference for all Board Committees.

INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

In order to make informed decisions, it is essential that directors have sufficient information relating to matters under discussion. The Board continuously assesses the information requirements of directors to enable them to perform their duties and fulfil their obligations and responsibilities.

The directors are entitled to seek independent professional advice at the Group's expense concerning Group affairs. All Board members have unrestricted access to the services of the Company Secretary as well as unrestricted access to the Group's records, property portfolio information and all other relevant documentation. Non-executive directors have access to management at any time.

INDEPENDENCE OF THE DIRECTORS

The Board's independence from the Group's executive is ensured by:

  • Separation of the roles of the Chairman and CEO;
  • The Board, as well as all Board appointed Committees, being dominated by a majority of independent non-executive directors;
  • An external independent annual evaluation of the independence of non-executive directors; and
  • Independent professional advice concerning all affairs of the Group being available to all directors at the Group's expense.

BOARD REFRESHMENT AND SUCCESSION

To address both diversity and business continuity, the Remuneration, Nomination and Human Resources Committee oversees the Company's succession planning. Putprop is a small company in respect of headcount, with a staff of 7 permanent staff members, including two executive directors. To ensure seamless operations, the Company has a succession plan in place to address any shortfalls should the need arise.

Executives

If required, the Board Chairman, as well as the Chief Financial Officer are able to temporally fulfil the role and assume the responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer. The Chief Financial Officer's role can be covered temporarily by the Group Financial Manager. There are also individuals within the group's holding company who are capable to fulfilling both positions again on temporary basis.

Board and Committee

Other non executive directors are also able to assume the duties of the Board and Audit and Risk Chairman, if required.

Putprop's succession plan specifies key areas of need such as ensuring membership of the Audit and Risk Committee are suitably filled. These and other factors are also considered when targeting new Board appointments.

EXTERNAL EVALUATION

External Board evaluations play an important role in maintaining and improving the effectiveness of the Board through a fair assessment of its skills, expertise and practices by a suitable, independent service provider. The Company benefits from the added value of an honest and objective assessment and therefore encourages external Board evaluations.

BOARD PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

The Board should ensure that the evaluation of its own performance and that of its committees, its Chairman and its individual members, support continued improvement in its performance and effectiveness.

The Board assesses its performance and that of its individual directors, as well as their independence, on an annual basis. During the period under review a formal verbal assessment was conducted by Acorim Proprietary Limited ("Acorim") of the performance of the Board, its Committees and the individual directors.

Matters considered in this assessment included:

  • Composition and performance of the Board as an entity;
  • Board dynamics and role of the Chairman;
  • Individual members effectivness in holding their positions and their skills sets;
  • Value of individual directors' contribution in respect of knowledge, strategy and risk management;
  • Communication and interpersonal relationships;
  • Performance and contributions in relation to problem solving; and
  • Performance of directors against objectives and performance targets set.

BOARD EVALUATION IN 2024

Acorim was appointed to conduct the annual independent evaluation to determine the effectiveness of the Board and its committees. The direction and subject matter covered by the evaluation was determined by the Chairman and the CFO.

Evaluation scope

Each director was interviewed by virtual communication and required to answer all predetermined 34 questions.

The questions focussed on:

  • Board and committee-related matters;
  • Board composition and performance;
  • The roles, duties and responsibilities of executive and nonexecutive directors;
  • Independence, conflicts of interest and capacity of directors
  • Performance parameter analogies; and
  • Blue sky' possibilities for the Group

The results of the evaluation and an extensive analysis of the findings were presented to the Board, without identifying any matters of material concern. The positive assessment found that the Board and its committees were operating effectively and, where required, plans were formulated to make improvements. The evaluation of the Board was conducted fairly and in a timeous manner without being restrictive.

Matters which merit a more formal treatment will be discussed by the Board in the appropriate forum.

WHISTLE BLOWING

The Board investigated implementing a formal whistleblowing structure to accommodate reporting of any irregular activities in Group actions. Due to its small size this has not been actioned. However, a dedicated independent email whistleblowing facility has been agreed upon, independent of all directors of the group.

The Whistleblowing hot-line contact is [email protected], where any messages reporting irregular activity are forwarded directly to the Board Chairman for further action This service has not been used as at the date of this report.

GIFT POLICY

The Group has updated and expanded its formal policy on gifting that dictates the ethical conduct for all employees.

1 PURPOSE

  • To establish clear ethical lines for employees within the organization, promoting good judgement and avoiding conflict of interest when accepting a gift
  • Provide guidance to management to manage gifts received and accepted by employees
  • Standardise the management of gifts

2 SCOPE/APPLICATION

This policy applies to all elected and appointed officials, as well as all employees of Putprop Ltd.

3. DEFINITIONS

3.2 GIFT

Any bestowal of money, any item of value, service, loan, thing or promise, discount or rebate for which something of equal or greater value is not exchanged in the line of work. This includes but are not limited to stationary, marketing material/branded goods, alcohol, third-party donations, meals, vouchers indulgences, hunting trips, weekend breaks, holidays, tickets to sporting events and/or other events or productions.

4. ACCEPTANCE CONSIDERATIONS

Before deciding to accept or reject a gift, The relevant individual must decide if it will be I the interest of Putprop to accept the gift and if there is any risk that acceptance may influence his/her actions and future decision making.

The following issues should be considered before accepting the gift:

  • Intentions of the person providing the gift (appreciation, relationship building etc.)
  • Timing of the gift
  • Value of the gift, individual or in aggregate of multiple gifts given at the same time

5. RULES FOR ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS

5.1 Gifts in cash or EFT transfer received or given Cash / EFT

  • Gifts of this nature are strictly prohibited and may not be accepted.
  • Must be reported to [email protected]

5.2 Gifts with a value of less than R1,000

• Gifts with a value of less than R1,000 may be accepted without any prior executive approval. • Must still be reported in Putprop Ltd's gift register

5.3 Gifts with a value greater than R1,000 but less than R2,000 that are considered marketing material.

  • Gifts with a value up to R2,000 that are considered marketing material may be accepted without prior approval.
  • This include but is not limited to calendars, diaries, branded clothing etc.
  • Must still be reported in Putprop Ltd's gift register
  • All marketing gifts greater than R2,000 are strictly prohibited.

5.4 Gifts with a value greater than R1,000 but less than R2,000 that are not considered marketing material.

  • Requires the approval of any Executive Director
  • Must be reported in Putprop Ltd's gift register

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5.5 Gifts with a value of more than R2,000 but less than R4,000 that are not considered marketing material.

  • Requires the CEO and CFO'S or Chairman's (in case of CEO/CFO) preapproval
  • Must be reported in Putprop Ltd's gift register
  • Must formally inform the board of directors of nature and source of gift

5.6 Any Gifts greater than R4,000

  • Gifts of this nature are strictly prohibited and may not be accepted.
  • Must be reported to [email protected]

6. RULES FOR GIVING OF GIFTS

All employees and persons acting on behalf of the organisation will at all times be subject to, and act in accordance with, the following guiding principles:

6.1 Gifts in cash or EFT transfer

  • Gifts of this nature is strictly prohibited and may not be accepted.
  • Must be reported to [email protected]

Cash / EFT

6.2 Gifts with a value not more than R2,000

  • Requires any executive directors pre-approval
  • Must be reported in Putprop Ltd's gift register

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6.3 Gifts with a value of greater than R2,000 but less than R4,000

  • Requires the CEO or Chairman's (in case of CEO) preapproval
  • Must be reported in Putprop Ltd's gift register

6.4 Any gifts greater that R4,000

  • Gifts of this nature are strictly prohibited and may not be accepted
  • Must be reported to [email protected]

Tool Use: Some buffalo weavers have been observed using their beaks to manipulate objects, such as using twigs to help construct their large, communal nests, showcasing a level of intelligence and adaptability.

COMPANY SECRETARY

The Company Secretary is responsible for the duties set out in Section 88 of the Companies Act. Acorim, represented by Natasha Davies, is the appointed Company Secretary. Acorim advises both listed and non-listed clients in accordance with various regulatory frameworks including the Companies Act, the JSE Listings Requirements and the recommendations of the King IV.

The Board as a whole and the individual directors have unrestricted access to the advice and services of the Company Secretary, who provides guidance to the Board and to the directors with regard to how their responsibilities are to be discharged.

Acorim (Proprietary) Ltd is an independent company secretarial and corporate governance advisory service provider and is represented by Natasha Davies.

COMPANY SECRETARY — PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE SERIES PROVIDED

These include:

  • Attending all Board meetings
  • Ensuring the Company's corporate governance processes are adhered to
  • Providing guidance to directors on how they should fulfil their obligations and responsibilities in the best interests of the Company and its stakeholders
  • Assisting the CEO in ensuring that the annual Board plan is set and that agendas are relevant to Board decision making
  • Overseeing the training of all directors and induction of newly appointed directors
  • Reporting to the Chairman on governance matters and to the CFO on general company secretarial matters
  • Maintaining independence and an arm's length relationship with the Board and its directors
  • Performing independent, external evaluations of the Board and its committees.

The Board is satisfied that Acorim has the required knowledge, skills and discipline to perform the functions and duties of the Company Secretary. The Board has concluded that Acorim maintains an arm's length relationship with the Group and its Board. It is not a director of the Company, nor does it have any other interests or relations that may affect independence. In making this assessment, the Board considered the independence of Acorim's directors, shareholders and employees as well as Acorim's collective qualifications and track record.

DIRECTORS' DECLARATIONS AND MANAGEMENT OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

When directors become aware that they have a direct or indirect interest in an existing or proposed transaction with the Group, they notify the Chairman of the Board accordingly.

All directors have an obligation to update any changes in these interests before, or at, each Board meeting.

Any potential professional conflict of interests such as a directorship in another company which is tabled for discussion, is disclosed by the director concerned and noted in the minutes. Such directors are then required to recuse themselves from any discussions and decisions on matters in which they have identified a conflict of interest. This process was adhered to for the year under review.

INTERNAL CONTROL

The Board is responsible for oversight over the Group's systems of internal control and to keep its effectiveness under review. The Board, supported by the AR Committee, reviews the Group's risk profile annually. Responsibility for the adequacy, extent and operation of these systems is delegated to the executive directors. To fulfil this responsibility, accounting records and appropriate systems of internal control are developed and maintained.

The director's report states that the Group's internal controls and systems are designed to provide reasonable, but not absolute, assurance as to the integrity and reliability of the financial statements, to safeguard, verify and maintain accountability for its assets, and to detect and minimise fraud, potential liability, loss and material misstatement, while complying with applicable laws and regulations. The Board regularly receives reports from specialist financial and property advisors setting out key financial performance indicators. Monitoring of these key indicators allows the Board to consider relevant control issues.

The directors have satisfied themselves that the systems and procedures of internal controls are implemented, maintained and monitored for the year ended 30 June 2024. No indications exist that these systems of internal control were not appropriate. Furthermore, no material loss, exposure or misstatement arising from a material breakdown in the functioning of the systems has been reported to the directors in respect of the year under review.

STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATIONS

The Group subscribes to the principles of objective, honest, transparent, timeous, relevant and understandable communication of both financial and non-financial matters. Communication to the public, shareholders and other stakeholders embodies the principles of balanced reporting and substance over form.

The Board acknowledges its duty to present a balanced and understandable assessment of the Group's position in reporting to all of its stakeholders.

CODES OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT

Putprop has a formal codes of ethics and conduct that have been adopted by the Board, following an annual review by the Environmental, Social, Ethics and Transformation (ESETC) Committee and is communicated to all staff. These codes are consistent with the highest principles of integrity, honesty, ethical behaviour and compliance with all laws and regulations. These codes require all directors, officers and staff to adhere to their standards and are reviewed by the ESETC Committee on an annual basis.

The Board is not aware of any transgressions of the codes of ethics or conduct for the 2024 financial year no issues of non-compliance or prosecutions have been actioned against the Group.

LIABILITY INSURANCE

Liability insurance providing cover for all members of the Board, both executive and non-executive directors as well as prescribed officers, are in place to cover potential legal action against them by third parties.

CONCLUSION

The Board is satisfied that its composition reflects the appropriate mix of knowledge, skills, experience and diversity to carry out its mandate per the Board charter.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BRUNO CARLEO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Date of appointment: 11 March 1997

Committees: Years of Experience 35+ Years

DANIELE TORRICELLI CHAIRMAN, INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 3 December 2015

Committees: Years of Experience 30+ Years

JAMES SMITH CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Date of appointment: 17 June 2009

Committees: Years of Experience 40+ Years

GERRIT VAN HEERDEN INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018

Committees: Years of Experience 40+ Years

HAYDEN THOMPSON HARTLEY INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 17 February 2018

Committees: Years of Experience 20+ Years

RENÉ STYBER INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018

Committees: Years of Experience 28+ Years

Audit and Risk

BRUNO CARLEO (68)

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Date of appointment: 11 March 1997

Bruno has held numerous senior managerial positions in the transport and property industries gaining varied experience for over 30 years before bringing operational expertise to Putprop Limited. He joined the Board in 1992 and also holds directorships in several unlisted companies.

JAMES SMITH (71)

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Date of appointment: 17 June 2009

James holds a B.Sc., B. Acc degrees as well as marketing diplomas. He was appointed an executive director in 2009. He joined Messina Limited in 1988 gaining 11 years broad financial experience in the automotive industry, culminating in being appointed Group Financial Director of Messina Heavy Vehicles. James chairs boards of several other Group companies and associates. He contributes over 35 years operational and management experience in the retail and property sectors. He also holds directorships in several unlisted companies.

DANIELE TORRICELLI (60)

CHAIRMAN, INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 3 December 2015

Daniele holds a Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering) as well as an MBA from Wits Business School and is a member of the Exco team of one of the largest clay brick manufacturers in Africa. He brings extensive strategic and tactical skills to the Board as well as broad general business experience.

HAYDEN HARTLEY (51)

INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 17 February 2016

Hayden holds a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree in Finance and Economics, with 20 years' experience in the property, construction and development sectors. He has also been involved in numerous projects for a leading South African gold mining company in his capacity as construction and project manager, and is currently involved in additional projects from a developmental perspective.

GERRIT VAN HEERDEN (70)

INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018

Gerrit holds a B.Sc.Eng. (Civil Engineering) degree from the University of Pretoria and has over 40 years of engineering experience. Gerrit has extensive exposure to township and development schemes with particular reference to municipal services designs, implementation thereof and project and contract management. Gerrit joined GVM Incorporated, a private engineering firm in 1993 as a director, where after he became the Managing Director and owner in 2005, a position which he holds to date.

RENÉ STYBER (53)

INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018

René is a sales professional with 30 years of management experience across a variety of fields including, inter alia, product management, residential and commercial property sales and company management. René has successfully managed her own commercial property business for many years. In 2023, Rene sold this business and joined a large solar property installion group.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

SKILL SET MATRIX

KEY BOARD MILESTONES 2024

Review and approval of the audited annual financial statements, interim unaudited financial statements, annual report commentary, Group portfolio property valuations, as at 31 December 2023 and 30 June 2024.

Approval of the interim and final shareholder distributions for the year ended 30 June 2024 approved.

The 2024 Group Risk Management Policy document updated.

2024 Vision and Strategy document

ended June 2024. The Group's Code of Ethics Charter, the Diversity Policy and the Information and Communication Policy for 2024 reviewed.

Approval of an increased budget for the social upliftment and responsibility programmes for the year ended 30 June 2024.

Approval of disposal of 12% by value and 20% by GLA of portfolio assets not contributing significantly to income or assets that have reach end of life status.

Approval of the acquisition of additional 12% equity in Pilot Peridot.

Sucession planning and key personnel dependency risks identified and a updated strategy for executives succession identified.

Review of the Group's approach to funding availability and cost, with approval, to maintain the loan-to-value ratio at 42% but linked with a policy to reduce to 38% within 6 months.

The mothballing for our development of the Dobsonville property into a Community Retail shopping centre to a date to be determined.

of the Group updated. The Group's cash flow, solvency and going concern status continually reviewed for the 12 months

facts about Buffalo Weaver

Vocalizations: Known for being noisy, buffalo weavers use a variety of calls and songs to communicate within their flocks and to defend their nesting territories.

Habitat: They are commonly found in savannas, grasslands, and open woodlands across sub-Saharan Africa, especially in areas with large trees suitable for nesting.

Reproduction: Female buffalo weavers lay 2-4 eggs per clutch, and both parents share the responsibilities of incubating the eggs and feeding the chicks, demonstrating strong cooperative breeding behavior.

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THE MANAGEMENT TEAM

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ALICIA NOLTE (AL)

GROUP FINANCIAL MANAGER CA (SA)

"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better – Maya Angelou"

Chartered Accountant (SA), BCompt Accounting Science. Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences. Alicia completed her studies part-time while working her way through her articles and as an audit senior. She was the Financial Manager at an accounting company, providing services to one of SA's major role players in the funeral industry, before becoming an audit consultant to international businesses. Alicia has over 10 years experience within the accounting industry, largely focusing on ensuring business's financial reporting is accurate and in line with current laws and regulations.

URSZULA KALANDRANIS (ULA)

GROUP FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

"Believe that you can, and you are halfway there"

Urszula holds a BCompt degree, which has equipped her with a strong foundation in accounting principles.

Over the years, she has gained valuable experience in managing accounts for diverse businesses.

While working in the field of accounting, she discovered a particular passion for property management accounting.

This interest led her to pursue opportunities in the real estate industry.

She has built up considerable experience in this area, specifically by managing the accounts for various shopping malls in Pretoria.

RONICA NAIDOO (RONNIE)

FINANCE ADMINISTRATION

"Our only limitations are those we set up in our own minds"- Napoleon Hill

With over 13 years of experience in the finance industry, Ronica is passionate about facilitating the smoothrunning of businesses. She has held numerous financial roles at JSE listed companies including financial admin, debtors, and billing specialist.

MARIE CASEY (MC)

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT PA TO CFO

"To be old and wise you must first be young and stupid"

Marie has held the position of assistant accountant and accountant with Putprop and its associated companies for over 44 years. She brings a wealth of expertise and practical operational knowledge to the accounts department as well as other administrative areas within the Group.

COMFORT NGWENYA (COMFORTABLE)

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

"Pray. Set Goals. Work hard. Succeed. Thank God and stay humble"

Comfort has worked for Putprop for twelve years and is responsible for the day-to-day administrative duties of the head office.

NATASHA DAVIES (NATS) COMPANY SECRETARY

"Sucess is not final, failure it not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts."

Natasha who has a B.Com (law) LLB degree started her career as a practising attorney in private practice, Natasha acted for clients across many sectors assisting with complex financing, corporate and compliance matters. Natasha is company secretary for Putprop on behalf of Acorim Proprietary Limited, where she is also a director.

KING IV APPLICATION

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The Rhino Beetle

Distinctive Horns: Male rhino beetles are known for their impressive horn-like structures on their heads, which they use for fighting rivals during mating season. These horns can vary in size and shape depending on the species.

Strength: Rhino beetles are among the strongest animals relative to their size, capable of lifting objects up to 850 times their own weight. This strength helps them in battles for mates and in navigating their environment.

Species Diversity: There are over 300 species of rhino beetles worldwide, found in various habitats ranging from tropical rainforests to temperate woodlands.

"Effective communication through integrated reporting allows an organisation to explain how it responds to the ever-changing and often challenging context in which it operates. This openness and transparency enhances credibility and trust and allows stakeholders to form a view of the quality of the organisation's leadership, strategy and performance.

The integrated report is an opportunity to convey how the governing body is leading the organisation, especially through difficult times, and to explain to what extent it creates, preserves or erodes value." (Mervyn King)

PRINCIPLE 1 Principle 2 Principle 3

Leadership

The governing body should lead ethically and effectively.

The Board has approved a code of conduct and ensures that its own and management's conduct set the example for how Putprop's values are enshrined in all of its activities. Measures are in place to ensure that all Board members have sufficient working knowledge of the Group, its industry, and all key laws, rules, regulations, codes and standards.

The Board further operates under an approved Charter, which regulates the way business is conducted in line with the principles of sound corporate governance. The Charter details the powers of the Board and provides that the Board has ultimate accountability and responsibility for the Group's performance and affairs.

Organisational Ethics

The governing body should govern the ethics of the organisation in a way that supports the establishment of an ethical culture.

HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY

The Board has assumed responsibility for the ethics of the Group by having established a code of ethics that it ensures is clearly articulated and implemented throughout the Group. The code of ethics is reviewed annually and updated where necessary to ensure that it remains relevant to the Group's activities.

The Board ensures that compliance with the code of ethics is integrated into the strategy and operations of the Group. The Group's ethics are contained in its vision, strategies, operations, its decisions and conduct as well as the way it treats its internal and external stakeholders.

A whistleblowing hot line has also been established which is independently managed by the Chairman.

Responsible corporate citizenship

The governing body should ensure that the organisation is and is seen to be a responsible corporate citizen.

The ESETC Committee manages the Group's corporate citizenship responsibilities on behalf of the Board through continuous oversight over the Group's activities in respect of public health, safety, the environment, social responsibility and stakeholder engagement.

The Board ensures that the Company is a responsible corporate citizen, by complying with all legislation and regulations applicable to it and allowing for time at meetings to discuss issues relating to the workplace, the economy, society and the environment.

Diet: Adult rhino beetles primarily feed on nectar, fruit, and tree sap, while the larvae consume decaying wood and plant matter, playing a crucial role in nutrient recycling in their ecosystems.

Strategy and performance

The governing body should appreciate that the organisation's core purpose, its risks and opportunities, strategy, business model, performance and sustainable development are all inseparable elements of the value creation process.

The Board informs and approves strategy and ensures that the strategy is aligned with the purpose and objectives of the Group, the value drivers of its business and the legitimate interests and expectations of its stakeholders.

An overview of the Group's short, medium and long-term goals, as well as an assessment of the Group's performance in comparison thereto, is contained on pages 58 to 60 of this report.

Reporting

The governing body should ensure that reports issued by the organisation enable stakeholders to make informed assessments of the organisation's performance, and its short, medium and long-term prospects.

Putprop has controls to enable it to verify and safeguard the integrity and reliability of its integrated report.

The Board is responsible for overseeing the integrity and completeness of the integrated report and has applied its collective mind to the preparation and presentation of the report. The Board is further responsible for ensuring that the Group's reporting framework complies with the provisions of the Companies Act and the JSE Listings Requirements.

The Board ensures that the integrated report sets out the positive and negative effects of the Group's operations on the environment and society– as well as any plans to improve the positive effects and remove or reduce the negative effects in the financial year ahead.

The integrated report discloses details of how the Board has satisfied itself that risk assessments, responses and interventions are effective.

Principle 4 Principle 5 Principle 6

Primary role and responsibilities

The governing body should serve as the focal point and custodian of corporate governance in the organisation.

HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY

The Board Charter provides that the Board's role is to act as the focal point for, and custodian of corporate governance in the Group by arranging its relationship with management, the shareholders and other stakeholders of the Company along sound corporate governance principles.

The Board is satisfied that it has fulfilled its responsibilities in accordance with its charter for the reporting period.

The Board's activities in this regard are more fully set out on page 114 of this report.

Composition

The governing body should comprise the appropriate balance of knowledge, skills, experience, diversity and independence for it to discharge its governance role and responsibilities objectively and effectively.

HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY

The Board is satisfied that its composition reflects the appropriate mix of knowledge, skills, experience, diversity and independence for it to discharge its roles and responsibilities objectively and effectively.

The Board is comprised of a majority of non-executive members, all of whom are independent, and has a set target in terms of race and gender representation through its approved Race, Colour, Religion, Age and Gender Diversity Policies.

The Chairman is an independent nonexecutive director and is separate from the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

A schedule of other professional positions held by Board members is reviewed prior to all meetings.

Periodic rotation of directors is provided for in Putprop's MOI.

Further to the above, the Board Charter encapsulates that a formal induction programme is established for new directors and that inexperienced directors are developed through mentorship and training programmes.

Principle 7 Principle 8 Principle 9

Committees

The governing body should ensure that its arrangements for delegation within its own structures promote independent judgement and assist with balance of power and the effective discharge of its duties.

While the Board remains accountable and responsible for the performance and affairs of the Group, Board Committees assist the Board in discharging its duties and responsibilities. These Committees do not, however, in any way, mitigate or discharge the Board of its duties and responsibilities.

Board Committees observe the same rules of conduct and procedures as the Board, unless the Board determines otherwise. The Board has constituted the following Committees: AR Committee, SE Committee and RNHR Committee. Each Committee has a formally determined and Board approved charter, containing clearly agreed upon reporting procedures and a written scope of authority, which is reviewed annually and approved by the Board.

The Board ensures that suitable candidates, who have suitable qualifications, from within its structures are appointed to the above Committees, so as to achieve their respective objectives.

Evaluations of the performance

The governing body should ensure that the evaluation of its own performance and that of its committees, its Chairman and its individual members, support continued improvement in its performance and effectiveness.

The Board determines its own role, functions, duties and performance criteria as well as that for directors and Board Committees. An annual effectiveness selfevaluation is undertaken in respect of the Board and its sub-Committees and for the year under review, the Board satisfied itself that it and its sub-Committees operated effectively.

In addition, the Chairman also ensures that the Board operates effectively by regularly engaging with the non-executive directors on their performance and other matters that may need to be raised. Matters of concern are conveyed by the Chairman to the CEO and CFO respectively.

The Board is satisfied that the evaluation process is improving its performance and effectiveness.

PRINCIPLE 10 PRINCIPLE 11 PRINCIPLE 12

Appointment and delegation to management

The governing body should ensure that the appointment of, and delegation to management contribute to role clarity and the effective exercise of authority and responsibilities.

HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY

The CEO is responsible for executing the Group's strategy and periodically reports to the Board in this regard.

The Board is satisfied that its delegation to management contributes to an effective arrangement by which authority and responsibilities are exercised.

The Company Secretary is empowered and authorised to provide corporate governance services to the Board and management. The Board is of the view that this arrangement is sufficient.

Risk governance

The governing body should govern risk in a way that supports the organisation in setting and achieving strategic objectives.

The Risk Committee assists the Board in respect of the governance of the Group's risk tolerance and risk appetite. The implementation and execution of risk management has been delegated to the Executive, however, the Board exercises continuous oversight in this regard.

The Board's responsibility for risk governance is expressed in its Charter as well as the Board approved Risk Management Policy.

The Board, through the Risk Committee, ensures that appropriate risk management programmes are in place and monitors their implementation against key risk indicators.

Each year the Board evaluates the Group's risks against current realities and resets risk tolerances as and when necessary.

An overview of the arrangements for governing and managing risk is included in the Risk Committee report contained on pages 115 to 121 of this report.

Technology and information governance

The governing body should govern technology and information in a way that supports the organisation setting and achieving its strategic objectives.

The Risk Committee assists the Board in respect of technology and information governance. The implementation and execution of the technology and information framework has been delegated to the Executive, however, the Board exercises continuous oversight in this regard.

Management regularly demonstrates to the Board that Putprop has adequate business resilience arrangements in place for disaster recovery.

Compliance governance

The governing body should govern compliance with applicable laws and adopted, non-binding rules, codes and standards in a way that supports the organisation being ethical and a good corporate citizen.

The Board ensures compliance with all relevant South African legislation, including REIT, King IV and JSE Listings Requirements. Compliance with laws, rules, regulations and relevant codes is integral to the Group's risk management process and key to ensuring that it achieves its strategy. The AR Committee is responsible for ensuring that an appropriate compliance framework is in place and that non-compliance is reported. The SE Committee has also been mandated to monitor the effectiveness of compliance management.

PRINCIPLE 13 PRINCIPLE 14 PRINCIPLE 15

Remuneration governance

The governing body should ensure that the organisation remunerates fairly, responsibly, and transparently so as to promote the achievement of strategic objectives and positive outcomes in the short, medium and long-term.

The Board, assisted by the RNHR Committee, oversees the establishment of a remuneration policy that will promote the achievement of strategic objectives at all levels in the Group and encourage individual performance. The Board reviews the outcomes of the implementation of the remuneration policy on an annual basis.

Non-binding advisory votes in respect of the Group's remuneration policy and remuneration implementation reports are placed before shareholders at the Annual General Meeting of the Company. In the event that either of these are voted against by 25% or more of the voting rights exercised at the Annual General Meeting, the Board engages with dissenting shareholders to address legitimate and reasonable objections and concerns.

Assurance

The governing body should ensure that assurance services and functions enable an effective control environment, and that these support the integrity of information for internal decision-making and of the organisation's external reports.

HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY HOW WE COMPLY

The Board is responsible for the management of the Group's systems in respect of internal control and risk management and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of these processes. Internal controls are established not only in respect of financial matters, but also operational, compliance and sustainability issues. The Board, through the Board Committees and external assurance providers, operates within the confines of the JSE Listings Requirements, the Companies Act, King IV and the integrated reporting framework to determine the approach and direction of external reporting.

The AR Committee ensures the efficiency and profitability of operations, the reliability of information, and adherence to rules and regulations.

The independent external auditor is responsible for reporting on whether the Annual Financial Statements are fairly presented in compliance with IFRS® and the Companies Act.

The SE Committee is responsible for providing assurance in respect of Putprop's B-BBEE certification, health and safety issues, whistleblowing, corporate social investment and other sustainability issues.

The Board and its Committees rely on management's knowledge and expertise of the various areas requiring assurance in order to scrutinise and validate the results of all external reports.

PRINCIPLE 16

Stakeholders

In the execution of its governance role and responsibilities, the governing body should adopt a stakeholder-inclusive approach that balances the needs, interests and expectations of material stakeholders in the best interests of the organisation over time.

HOW WE COMPLY

Stakeholders have been identified as one of the Group's four key strategic pillars, therefore, the Board has adopted a stakeholder-inclusive approach which carefully considers legitimate and reasonable stakeholder risks and concerns when reviewing and refining strategy.

The CEO and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) continuously engage with key financial audiences, particularly investors and analysts. Each stakeholder is communicated with through various channels such as SENS announcements, circulars and periodic reports, and feedback is encouraged in writing, telephonically or via the website.

facts about Rhino Beetle

Conservation Status: While many rhino beetle species are not endangered, habitat destruction and collection for the pet trade threaten certain populations, making conservation efforts important for their continued survival.

Cultural Significance: In some cultures, rhino beetles are kept as pets, used in beetle-fighting competitions, and even considered symbols of strength and power.

Defense Mechanisms: Rhino beetles have a hard exoskeleton that provides protection from predators, and some species can emit a hissing sound to deter threats.

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The Elephant Shrew

Distinctive Snout: Elephant shrews, also known as sengis, have long, flexible snouts that resemble an elephant's trunk. These snouts are highly sensitive and used to probe for insects and other small prey.

Species Diversity: There are over 20 species of elephant shrews, ranging in size from small mouse-like species to larger ones nearly a foot long. They inhabit various regions of Africa, from forests to savannas.

Diet: Elephant shrews are primarily insectivorous, feeding on ants, termites, spiders, and other small invertebrates. They use their keen sense of smell and quick reflexes to catch their prey.

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY

To assist the Board in discharging its collective responsibilities, certain Board functions have been delegated to the Audit Committee, Remuneration, Nomination and Human Resources Committee Environmental, Social Ethics and Transformation Committee, (ESET) and the Risk Committee (RC). The granting of such authority to Board Committees does not release the Board of its responsibility for the discharge of its duties to the Group's shareholders.

Each Committee acts within the ambit of clearly defined terms of reference as determined by the Board and the appropriate approved committee charter. These approved charters are subject to change as and when so required by the Board to accommodate the changing needs of the Group.

The Board Committees meet independently and provide detailed feedback to the Board via their Chairman. The Committees can make recommendations to the Board. All Committee meetings are minuted and directors may raise questions arising from these minutes. The various Committee Chairmen have confirmed that the terms of reference have been materially complied with.

The Board is provided with regular reports by the Committees on Putprop's financial results, accounting policies, internal controls, financial reporting practices and identification of exposure to any significant risk.

The performance of all the Committees are reviewed by the Company Secretary (Acorim) via an annual performance evaluation.

AUDIT COMMITTEE

HAYDEN THOMPSON HARTLEY INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 17 February 2018 Years of Experience 15+ Years

GERRIT VAN HEERDEN INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Date of appointment: 1 July 2018 Years of Experience 40+ Years

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018 Years of Experience 30+ Years

Regular invitees

JAMES SMITH Chief Financial Officer

BRUNO CARLEO Chief Executive Officer

HLB External Auditor

INTRODUCTION

During the year under review, the Audit Committee comprised of three independent non-executive directors. The Committee met four times during the year with the Group's executive directors as well as the external auditors, present as invitees. The Company Secretary attends as secretary to this Committee. The table included on page 135 of this report references attendance. The Audit Committee performs its review function over all of Putprop's and subsidiary operations and its report in this regard is set out on pages 178 to 181.

SPLIT OF AUDIT COMMITTEE

During the year the Risk Committee was separated from the combined Audit and Risk Committee to allow for a more detailed focus of each committees functions.

OUR APPROACH

The Audit Committee charter provides clear terms of reference to the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee identifies and continuously evaluates exposure to significant risks and reviews the appropriateness and adequacy of the systems of internal finance and operational controls. In addition, the Audit Committee reviews accounting policies and financial information issued to the public and provides for effective communication between directors and external auditors.

The Audit Committee's charter also prescribes that sessions may be held with the external auditors with no management present, to ensure that matters are considered without undue influence. The external auditors have unlimited access to the Audit Committee's Chairman.

FOCUS AREAS IN 2024

  • 01 External audit plan and effectiveness of external audit function
  • 02 Financial reporting of interim and annual published results
  • 03 External valuers portfolio and property valuations and directors interim property valuations
  • 04 Assessing the Company's solvency and liquidity including its ability to declare a dividend to shareholders
  • 05 Assessment of and approval of new models introduced for the combined assurance approach
  • 06 Intensive monitoring of high risk tenants
  • 07 Monitoring of tax compliance across the Group
  • 08 Review of monthly management reports produced by the executive.
  • 09 Approval of split of AR Committee into separate audit and risk committees for more focus on Risk Management.

PLAN FOR 2025

The committee plans to dedicate significant time to the following key areas during the year ahead:

  • Financial reporting of the Group's interim and annual results
  • Monitoring the internal financial controls within the business to ensure compliance with JSE Listings Requirement 3.84(g)(ii)
  • Further expanding the combined assurance approach
  • Monitoring tax compliance across the Group
  • Monitoring of the Groups compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act
  • Assess the effect and impact of changes in technology on the Group combined with an analysis of the efficient use of such technology

Speed: Known for their incredible speed and agility, elephant shrews can run swiftly through their habitats, using zigzag patterns to evade predators , in addition, they are able to jump up to 1 meter..

AUDIT COMMITTEE (CONTINUED)

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The objective of the Audit Committee is to assist the Board in discharging its duties including but not limited to:

  • The safeguarding of assets.
  • The operation of adequate systems and control processes.
  • The preparation of accurate financial reports and statements, complying with all relevant corporate disclosure requirements and accounting standards.
  • Review and submission to the Board of the portfolio valuation carried out by the executive directors in December as well as review and submission of the external valuation of the portfolio performed in June.
  • Approving the terms of engagement and remuneration of the external auditors.
  • Reviewing current and planned developments in accounting and auditing standards.
  • Reviewing the findings contained in the JSE Proactive Monitoring report.
  • Assessing and reviewing the going concern status, capital adequacy, and solvency and liquidity of the Group.
  • Reviewing the appropriateness of the expertise and experience of the CFO and the finance function.
  • Review the independence and performance of HLB as the Group's external auditor.
  • Consideration of the information provided by HLB in accordance with paragraph 3.84(g)(ii) of the JSE Listings Requirements and assessment of the suitability for its continued appointments as the Group's external auditor; and
  • Establishment of the principles for the provision of the non-audit services by HLB to ensure that will not undermine its independence as Group's external auditor.

Audit Committee members have unlimited access to all

information, documents and explanations required in the discharge of their duties. This authority has been extended to the external auditors. The Audit Committee sets principles for recommending the use of external auditors for non-audit services, to ensure that such services do not substantively undermine their independence as external auditors.

The Audit Committee has the cooperation of all directors, management and staff.

IT MANAGEMENT

As at 30 June 2024 the Group does not have its own dedicated IT infrastructure. However, the Audit Committee ensures that security policies, daily off-site backups and suitable firewalls are in place. Putprop is not considered IT critical, but IT remains of high importance. Eris, Sage Pastel as well as the Bidvest IT Group maintain electronic records on behalf of the Group which include financial, rent rolls and other documents.

All accounting records and critical documents are backed up daily to a cloud-based security system.

During this period all accounting records operating systems have been migrated to a cloud-based system thus eliminating hardware failure and redundancies.

GOING CONCERN

The Audit Committee has reviewed a documented assessment, including key assumptions prepared by Management, of the going concern status of the Group. The Board's statement on the going concern status of the Group, is supported by the Audit Committee.

The Audit report is set out on pages 178 to 181.

Monogamous Pairs: Many elephant shrew species form monogamous pairs, establishing and defending a shared territory. They communicate using vocalizations, scent markings, and drumming their feet.

RISK COMMITTEE

HAYDEN THOMPSON HARTLEY CHAIRMAN

Date of appointment: 17 February 2018 Years of Experience

15+ Years

DANIELE TORRICELLI CHAIRMAN, INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 3 December 2015 Years of Experience

25+ Years

GERRIT VAN HEERDEN INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Date of appointment:

1 July 2018 Years of Experience 40+ Years

RENÉ STYBER INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018 Years of Experience 30+ Years

BRUNO CARLEO* CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Date of appointment:

11 March 1997 Years of Experience 30+ Years

JAMES SMITH* CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Date of appointment:

17 June 2009 Years of Experience 30+ Years

*Invitees

INTRODUCTION

The duties and responsibilities of the RC do not reduce the individual and collective responsibilities of the Board in respect of the carrying out of its individual and collective fiduciary duties and legal obligations.

The RC is appointed by the Board and ensures that the Board's mandate in respect of risk of property investments is reviewed and adhered to.

The RC is comprised of two executive directors who attend by invitation and four nonexecutive directors.

All property acquisitions, disposals and capital expenditure proposed by the Group's executive are considered by the RC. The RC can approve such acquisitions, disposals and capital expenditure up to pre-set limits, without further Board approval. However, all acquisitions, disposals and capital expenditure are forwarded to the Board for formal ratification.

The RC's duties and responsibilities are governed by a charter, which is reviewed annually by the Board.

Unique Locomotion: Some species of elephant shrews exhibit a unique form of locomotion called "bounding," where they use their powerful hind legs to leap and cover ground quickly.

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  • Reviewing and approving the Company's investment strategy and investment proposals
  • Considering, interrogating and stress testing the Company's potential acquisitions, investments and disposals
  • Evaluating major capex proposals such as new developments, extensions, upgrades and refurbishments
  • Considering and making recommendations to the Board on all risk-related matters
  • Integrating the risk management policy in the daily activities of the investment and sales teams
  • Ensuring the investment team has appropriate resources of experience and expertise
  • Fulfilling its mandate in accordance with laws, regulations and the Company Approval Framework
  • Reviewing the replacement values of the property portfolio for insurance purposes
  • Considering the viability of capital projects, acquisitions and disposals of property in line with the Group's strategy objectives and defined parameters;
  • Considering the financial viability of refurbishments, upgrades, extensions and improvements to existing properties in the portfolio;
  • Reviewing and approving the sales mandate of properties to be sold, if any.
  • Overseeing the development and annual review of, a formal policy and strategy for the management of risks associated with the Group's operations;
  • Monitoring the implementation of this formal policy by means of risk management systems;
  • Identifying and analysing risks faced by the Group and assessing the impact, if any, on the Group's continued operations;
  • Making recommendations to the Board concerning risk tolerance levels and expressing formal opinions as to the process and effectiveness of risk management;

FOCUS AREAS IN 2024

  • 01 Comprehensive review of groups risk and risk tolerance matrix maturing where appropriate updates implemented.
  • 02 Analysis of balloon finance making in current financial period, for assurance of continued loan finance.
  • 03 Loan maturity quarterly review, with attention given to refinance terms.
  • 04 Approval of existing Nedbank facility to be switched to ABSA on maturity.
  • 05 Risk assessment of vacant space and lease expiry profiles.

PLAN FOR 2025

  • Continued assessment of finance facilities enjoyed by the group.
  • Continued review and update of group risk matrix.
  • Succession and talent analysis of group to ensure continuity of executive function.
  • Review of portfolio to ensure asset base suitably maintained and insured.
  • Analysis and review of groups compliance with all regulatory areas and suitable external assurance mechanisms are in place to ensure this compliance.

Lifespan: In the wild, elephant shrews typically live for 2-4 years, but they can live longer in captivity under ideal conditions.

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REMUNERATION, NOMINATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE

HAYDEN THOMPSON HARTLEY INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 17 February 2018

Years of Experience 15+ Years

GERRIT VAN HEERDEN INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Date of appointment:

1 July 2018

Years of Experience 40+ Years

DANIELE TORRICELLI CHAIRMAN, INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 3 December 2015 Years of Experience 25+ Years

RENÉ STYBER INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Date of appointment: 1 July 2018 Years of Experience

30+ Years

Regular invitees

JAMES SMITH Chief Financial Officer

BRUNO CARLEO Chief Executive Officer

Reproductive Habits: Female elephant shrews have a short gestation period of around 45-60 days and usually give birth to one or two well-developed young, which are able to move and forage shortly after birth.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

An updated charter has been adopted by the Board setting out the purpose, role and responsibilities of this Committee. At the Company's AGM, shareholders are requested to consider and vote on separate non-binding advisory resolutions that recommend the approval of the remuneration policy and its implementation.

The committee follows a formal, transparent and fair process of nominating and appointing Board members, and complies with the relevant legislation, regulation and governance codes.

The board has combined the functions of the Remuneration Committee and the Nominations Committee into a single Committee. Discussions pertaining matters which fall within the pure view of the Nomination Committee are chaired by the Chairman of the Board, while remuneration is chaired by the Chairman of the AR Committee. The Nomination Committee meets as and when required to consider and interview candidates considered for appointment to the Board.

During the year under review, the RNHR Committee comprised of four independent non-executive directors. The executive directors attend meetings by invitation but are not present when discussions pertaining to their remuneration and performance are discussed. The RNHR Committee met twice in the current year.

The RNHR Committee meets to discuss matters concerning director's remuneration, the determination of general staff salary increases, bonus payments, appointment of directors and senior management, and any other relevant issues.

  • Developing the Group's remuneration policy;
  • Ensuring that the remuneration policy is applied consistently throughout the Group;
  • Recommending bonuses and annual percentage salary increases for staff and executives to the Board;
  • Ensuring that Putprop remunerates its directors and executives fairly and responsibly;
  • Ensuring that the disclosure of remuneration is accurate, complete and transparent; and
  • Developing performance measurement policies.

For more information pertaining to the RNHR's activities refer to the Committee's report on pages 159 to 162

The curricula vitae of the members are set out on pages 132 to 134. The Committee held two meetings during the period. All meetings were scheduled in advance. Meeting attendance is set out on page 135.

REMUNERATION, NOMINATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMITTEE INCLUDE:

  • Upholding, reviewing and amending the Company's remuneration philosophy and policy as appropriate
  • Ensuring the fair market related remuneration of all our staff, with appropriate criteria to measure their performance
  • Approving remuneration packages that attract, retain and motivate employees
  • Encouraging longer term wealth creation for staff through share ownership in the Company
  • Submitting recommendations to shareholders for appropriate remuneration of non-executive directors
  • Reviewing Board and committee composition according to the needs of the Company
  • Succession planning to ensure the transfer of skills and business continuity

FOCUS AREAS IN 2024

  • 01 Review and approval of the FY2024 increases, for executive directors and all Putprop employees
  • 02 Review of non-executive directors' remuneration against market benchmarks
  • 03 Reviewing KPIs against peer group benchmarks
  • 04 Review and assessment of Board and Committee's annual functionality evaluation
  • 05 Review of and direction of, succession planning template and procedures currently in existence.

PLAN FOR 2025

The Committee plans to dedicate significant time to the following key areas during the year ahead:

  • 01 Design and implementation of a new more relevant Board and Committee evaluation procedure with emphasis placed on strategic issues.
  • 02 Review of current KPIs to ensure relevant and in line with Group's benchmarks and update where necessary
  • 03 Finalisation and approval of changes in amendments to Companies Act gazetted in 2024
  • 04 Comprehensively review the groups reporting on remuneration to better communicate and enhance disclosures of its remuneration policies and practises to all stakeholders.
  • 05 Review the groups talent development, succession and retention programmes and ensure that resources available to the group are adequate to meet the executive strategic objectives.

Conservation Status: While some species of elephant shrews are relatively common, others face threats from habitat loss and fragmentation. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect their diverse habitats and ensure their survival.

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, ETHICS, AND TRANSFORMATION COMMITTEE

DANIELE TORRICELLI CHAIRMAN, INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 3 December 2015 Years of Experience 25+ Years

HAYDEN THOMPSON HARTLEY INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 17 February 2018 Years of Experience 15+ Years

GERRIT VAN HEERDEN INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Date of appointment: 1 July 2018

Years of Experience 40+ Years

RENÉ STYBER INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Date of appointment: 1 July 2018 Years of Experience

30+ Years

BRUNO CARLEO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Date of appointment: 11 March 1997

Years of Experience 30+ Years

JAMES SMITH CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Date of appointment:

17 June 2009 Years of Experience 30+ Years

INTRODUCTION

The ESET is constituted as a Committee of the Board of Putprop, in terms of Section 72(4) of the Companies Act read with regulation 43 of the Companies Regulations, 2011.

In King IV it is recommended that the Chairman of the Board should not be the Chairman of the Social and Ethics Committee, however, the entire Board sits on this Committee but decision-making is undertaken by the Board as a whole.

The ESET Committee meets twice a year to discuss, monitor and oversee the Group activities in respect of the core values and social responsibility code adopted by the Board.

The main responsibilities of the ESET Committee are:

  • Promoting ethical and transparent business conduct;
  • Reviewing the Group's compliance with current codes of best practice and the International Labour Organisation's protocols on working conditions;
  • Evaluating issues and requests for corporate social investment;
  • Ensuring the Group promotes a positive corporate image, equality and non-discrimination in its interactions with all stakeholders; and
  • Actively pursuing energy efficient initiatives within its scope of operations.

The ESET report is set out on page 163.

Taxonomic Uniqueness: Despite their name, elephant shrews are not true shrews and are more closely related to elephants, manatees, and aardvarks, belonging to a distinct order called Macroscelidea.

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND ETHICS, TRANSFORMATION COMMITTEE

COMPOSITION AND MEETING PROCEDURES

This Committee has been constituted in terms of section 72(4) of the Companies Act No. 71 of 2008, as amended and its accompanying regulations, to implement the mandate prescribed by regulation 43(5).

The Committee comprises of four independent non-executive directors and two executive directors. The Committee meets on an ad hoc basis by at least twice a year. The Committee met twice during the year under review.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These include:

  • Driving initiatives to minimise the Company's impact on the environment
  • Reducing the Company's carbon emissions, energy and water usage
  • Accurate reporting and observing environmental laws and applicable regulations
  • Driving policies relating to the training, development, health, safety and ethical conduct of employees
  • Effective stakeholder engagement programmes and managing the outcomes
  • Facilitating corporate social investment programmes to assist local communities
  • Helping to provide decent work and working conditions for employees
  • Driving transformation, including racial and gender diversity, and improving the Company's B-BBEE rating level
  • Aligning with relevant employment equity policies and legislative requirements
  • Managing ethical conduct effectively in accordance with King IV recommendations
  • Enhancing enterprise risk management processes and frameworks

For details on Putprops environmental and social reporting for the year under review, refer to the sections commencing on page 163 of this integrated report.

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Rocky Terrain: Some species, like the Rock Elephant Shrew, are specifically adapted to rocky habitats where they can use crevices and boulders for shelter and protection from predators.

FOCUS AREAS IN 2024

  • 01 To start the process of designing a framework for the Groups ESG position
  • 02 Drive the Groups strategy of water conservation by means of suitable interventions in select properties
  • 03 Drive the Group's strategy of energy efficiency through solar installations in select properties
  • 04 Review the opportunity of implementing transformation in the Group
  • 05 Review and approve corporate social initiative budget for the year
  • 06 Approval of 10 social initiative project spends in local communities

PLAN FOR 2025

  • 01 To continue the feasibility of implementing certain goals of the ESG program on sustainable linked projects
  • 02 To drive and finalise the process of transformation in the Group's activities
  • 04 Review and renew the Social and Ethics Charter adding changes where appropriate
  • 05 Approval of social initiatives and investment spend budget for 2025
  • 06 Focus on sustainability linked areas of the Group where we can influence changes in waste disposal, water conservation and energy efficiency

OVERVIEW

This report sets out Putprop's Remuneration Policy in respect of both executive and non-Executive directors for the 2024 financial year.

PART 1: BACKGROUND STATEMENT

INTRODUCTION

THE MAIN OBJECTIVES AND TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE RNHR ARE:

  • Attract and retain talent at every level of the organisation;
  • Motivate and synergise such talent with the core principles and objectives of the Group;
  • Establish a clear differentiation between the executive and all staff with regard to performance;
  • Recognition of high performance, standard performance and underperformance in respect of all job specifications and remunerate and reward accordingly;
  • Follow an active approach to drive a high-performance culture;
  • Underperformance will not be rewarded and where possible corrective measures will be employed to conform to the standard;
  • Adhere to legislative and regulatory requirements relating to remuneration policies in South Africa. All standards, taxes and statutory deductions are applied or deducted as required;
  • Competitive remuneration packages and rates of pay must be enforced to be able to attract and retain staff; and
  • Remuneration policies and the process of determining pay levels and packages to be transparent and open.

The RNHR Committee believes that remuneration is a key instrument to attracting and retaining competent and skilful individuals in order to become more efficient and ultimately increase returns for all our stakeholders.

Geographic Range: Elephant shrews are native to Africa, with different species found across the continent from southern to central and eastern regions.

CURRENT YEAR. PART 2 - AN OVERVIEW OF THE REMUNERATION POLICY

AND ITS IMPLEMENTATION REPORT

THE REPORT IS DIVIDED INTO TWO PARTS: PART 1 - BACKGROUND STATEMENT.

THE REMUNERATION REPORT IS ALIGNED WITH KING IV AND OUTLINES THE GROUP'S APPROACH TO FAIR, REASONABLE AND TRANSPARENT REMUNERATION PRACTICES

THIS DETAILS OUR APPROACH TO REMUNERATION AND THE BASIS FOR REMUNERATION DECISIONS DURING THE

PART 2: OVERVIEW OF THE 2024 REMUNERATION POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION REPORT

REMUNERATION POLICY ON APPROACH

Putprop's remuneration policy is informed by the need to attract, retain and incentivise high-quality staff in order to grow the business and create sustainable value for its stakeholders. In setting remuneration, the Board considers various internal and external factors including market benchmarks, the shortage of skills in the market and the social responsibility to reduce income inequality.

While external remuneration consultants have not been used, the Board has referred to reports from top auditing and consulting firms for guidance.

The remuneration policy is based on the principle that total rewards are set at levels competitive within the relevant market. This policy prescribes that levels of pay and incentives awarded to executive directors are set rationally and impartially. Executive pay is linked to value creation and positive outcomes, and is subject to independent oversight and approval by the committee.

Remuneration is linked to the groups performance with defined measurable deliverables. This ensures shareholder interest are aligned with performance.

Putprop's remuneration structure generally includes a guaranteed base salary and employment benefits. The remuneration of Putprop's executives is structured as follows:

Executive

Base salary: The base salary is set to be competitive when comparing the remuneration for similar positions in companies comparable in terms of size, market sector and business complexity. Base salaries are reviewed annually, considering the performance of the individual, Putprop's financial results and any changes in responsibility.

Employment benefits: Benefits include medical aid and car allowance.

The Group does not allow for any short-and long-term incentive schemes at present.

The executives are employed on standard employment contracts requiring a minimum notice period of three months. Arrangements in respect of any bonus or long-term award payments upon retirement are decided on at time of occurrence, Putprop has also not paid any sign-on, retention or restraint payments during the reporting period.

All Executives are assessed based on the annual performance of Putprop as well as their individual performance.

Non-Executive

Non-executive directors are remunerated for their services as directors and these fees are submitted to shareholders for approval each year. These fees are based on per-meeting attendance. Salaries and benefits are disclosed further in this report. Integrated Annual Report2024 159

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FEES PAID TO NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2024 AND PROPOSED FOR 2025

Board AuditCommittee Remunerationand NominationCommittee Social andEthicsCommittee RiskCommittee
Fee per meetingMarch 2024 to 28 Feb 2025 Chairman 28 000 19 000 10 000 - 19 000
Proposed fee per meetingMarch 2025 to 30 June 2026 32 000 22 000 12 000 - 22 000
Fee per meetingMarch 2024 to 28 Feb 2025 Member 20 000 10 000 7 000 - 19 000
Proposed fee per meetingMarch 2024 to 30 June 2026 23 000 12 000 8 000 - 12 000

Note, that effective from the 2025 financial year the committee has decided to make fees increases run with the groups 12 month reporting period of 1 July to 30 June. Fees reflected above have been increased to reflect the 15 month commencement period.

EXECUTIVE REMUNERATION PAID

2024 Board andcommitteefees Salary Carallowance Longserviceaward Bonus Medical aidcontribution Total
BC Carleo 128 1,600 115 - 131 218 2,192
JE Smith 128 1,822 115 - 148 218 2,432
AL Carleo-Novello 51 365 - 386 78 69 950
308 3,787 230 386 358 505 5,574
2023 Board andcommitteefees Salary Bonus Medical aidcontribution Total
BC Carleo 120 1,505 123 196 1,944
JE Smith 120 1,703 139 196 2,158
AL Carleo-Novello 120 899 73 175 1,267

360 4,107 335 567 5,369

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS FEES PAID (TOTAL)

2024 2023
Board andcommitteefees Total Board andcommitteefees Total
DG Torricelli 211 211 175 175
HT Hartley 255 255 211 211
R Styber 205 205 171 171
GH Van Heerden 205 205 171 171
876 876 728 728

REMUNERATION, NOMINATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT (CONTINUED)

COMMITTEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

The RNHR Committee is responsible for assisting the Board to ensure that Putprop's remuneration philosophy is applied consistently throughout the Group, that Putprop remunerates its non-executive and executive directors fairly and responsibly and to ensure that the disclosure of such remuneration is accurate, complete, and transparent.

The performance of the RNHR Committee is assessed on an annual basis. The 2024 review was satisfactory with no areas of concern raised.

The RNHR Committee is satisfied that it fulfilled its mandate during the reporting period. The RNHR Committee will continue to ensure that the remuneration policy is aligned with furthering Putprop's strategic objectives.

SHAREHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

In line with the King IV recommendations, the remuneration policy has been updated to provide for shareholder engagement should more than 25% of shareholders vote against the policy and/or the implementation report at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. In this event, shareholders will be called upon to explain their reasons for voting against the policy and/or its implementation and these responses will be discussed by the RNHR Committee and the Board. The Board will then decide on the best way to address the responses and identify where amendments to the policy are required. A report will be provided to shareholders regarding the engagements and actions taken.

REMUNERATION REPORT OF AGM HELD ON 7 NOVEMBER 2023

During the Group's 2023 AGM of shareholders, the group's remuneration report was not approved by the majority shareholder of Putprop, Carleo Enterprises.

A meeting was held with the representative of the major shareholder immediately after the AGM as well as a follow up discussion.

The aim of these meetings was to determine reasons for the non-approval of the Remuneration Report by shareholders and discuss concerns.

The Chairman of the Board, the Chairman of the Renumeration committee and other two non-executive directors, were present.

The content major shareholder indicated their concern was not the Remuneration Report and its content but related to Item 2, listed on page 136 of the Group's 2023 Annual Report "Review existence of and direction of succession planning template and procedures currently in existence"

They indicated that the succession plan in its current format and approved by the Board did not address and meet all their concerns and requirements.

It was noted by the shareholder that they would like to nominate candidates to the Nomination Committee for both the Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officers' positions.

These nominations would form part of the Nomination Committee's candidates to be considered by the Committee for these positions, when they become available.

Both the Remuneration Committee Chairman and the Board Chairman agreed to review the current succession plan policy as well as the majority shareholders request, at the Groups next Committee meeting.

At the Remuneration & Nomination Committees meeting of February 2024 ,the succession plan document was modified and approved, to satisfy the majority shareholders concerns.

It was however noted by the Committee any candidate for these positions of CEO and CFO by the majority shareholder needed to be submitted timeously, to commence this process, as the current incumbents are due to retire at the end of 2025.

This has been conveyed to the majority shareholder who indicated their concerns have been addressed to their satisfaction.

Shareholders will be asked to pass resolutions at the upcoming Annual General Meeting approving the nonexecutive directors' fees as well as separate nonbinding advisory votes on the remuneration policy and remuneration implementation report.

VOTING OUTCOMES OF PREVIOUS SHAREHOLDER ENGAGEMENTS SHAREHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND VOTING OUTCOME OF A NOW BINDING VOTE

REMUNERATION, NOMINATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT (CONTINUED)

The Company does however continue to invite legitimate comments and concerns from dissenting shareholders to engage with the RNHR Committee on these issues.

COMPANIES AMENDMENT BILL, 2023

The Companies amendment bill 2023 (CAB) passed by the South African parliament, was signed into law by President Rhamaphosa on 30 July 2024, with date of implementation still to be announced. The CAB 2023 introduces new provisions in the Companies Act, dealing with executive remuneration and disclosure of remuneration information.

The CAB 2023 goes substantially further than disclosures required by King IV as it requires approval of the remuneration policy and remuneration report by ordinary resolution of shareholders.

  • King IV and the liability requirements contemplate a non binding advisory vote, whereas CAB 2023 recommends certain binding actions.
  • If the policy is not approved by shareholders it must be resubmitted for approval at the next AGM.
  • Once a remuneration policy is approved it remains in place for a period of three years and must be approved every three years thereafter.
  • Any material amendments made to the policy will require shareholder approval.

REMUNERATION DISCLOSURE CHARGES

To date, Companies have been required to disclose the total remuneration received by each director and prescribed officer in the annual reports.

With the introduction of CAB 2023, the total remuneration of the highest and lowest paid employees, the average and medium total remuneration of all employees and the remuneration gap between the top 5% highest paid and 5% lowest paid employees must also be disclosed.

The group has decided to introduce certain of these recommendations in the June 2024 report, although not obliged to do so.

SANCTIONS

If the remuneration report is not approved by shareholders, then at the following AGM the remuneration committee must indicate how shareholder concerns have been considered and addressed. The non executive directors on the remuneration committee must stand for re-election. If the report is again not approved at the following AGM the committee members cannot serve on the remuneration committee for a period of two years.

FAIR AND RESPONSIBLE PAY METRICS

The committee has recommended to the board early adoption of certain of the requirement of CAB 23, which the boards has accepted.

The committee has established a policy for monitoring compliance with fair and responsible pay principles. This policy will be fully developed in the 2025 year.

In respect of the groups pay metrics the pay ratios as required by CAB 2023 are disclosed below in table form.

Pay ratio 2024ZAR 2023ZAR
Single figure average bottom 5% 26 684 21 653
Single figure average top 5% 183 435 174 983
Pay ratio 6.9 7.9

The pay ratio has shown a substantial narrowing in 2024 of 14.4% due to the committees policy of applying and reevaluating fair and responsible pay principals.

NOMINATION COMMITTEE

The nomination committee met twice during the current review period.

CONCLUSION

The RNHR Committee is of the opinion that the current committee has the necessary management, property expertise and financing skill sets to discharge its duties as required under King IV.

The RNHR Committee on a previous instruction from the Board continued to investigate alternative performance related incentive and share schemes as well as other possible options during this review period. No formal recommendation has been approved for forward consideration to the Board.

The RNHR Committee would like to extend its appreciation to the management and staff for their assistance during the year under review.

H Hartley D Torricelli Chairman Chairman Remuneration Nomination

Sandton 21 August 2024

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, ETHICS AND TRANSFORMATION COMMITTEE REPORT

OVERVIEW

TERMS OF REFERENCE AND MANDATE

The ESET Committee has adopted a charter setting out its formal terms of reference which has been approved by the Board in the review period. These terms of reference are reviewed on a regular basis.

The ESET Committee performs a monitoring and oversight role to ensure the Group fulfils its statutory obligations in respect of issues detailed in the Companies Act, as well as guidelines set out in King IV, and the ESET Charter as adopted by the Board.

The ESET Committee provides an oversight that ensures that Putprop fulfils its social responsibilities and meets high ethical standards across all of the Group's business activities.

The ESET Committee main mandate and responsibilities are to monitor the Group's activities having regard to any relevant legislation legal requirements or existing codes of best practice, including:

  • Ensuring that the Group supports, respects and complies with the principles, as set out in the International Labour Organisations and UGCP'S various directives on working conditions, health and public safety;
  • Compliance with the Employment Equity Act;
  • Accreditation efforts in respect of Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE);
  • Good corporate citizenship;
  • Reviewing the Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics for the Group annually;
  • Environmental, health and public safety, to include the impact of the Group's activities and of its products and services;
  • Consumer relationships, and compliance with consumer protection laws;
  • Labour and employment acts;
  • Raising matters of concern and importance within its mandate to the attention of the Board; and
  • Reporting to the shareholders of the Group at the Annual General Meeting.

The ESET Committee met twice during the review period identifying the key points of its role and responsibilities as identified above. The charter as approved by the Board was also reviewed.

Habitat Diversity: They inhabit a wide range of environments including forests, savannas, grasslands, rocky areas, and scrublands, adapting to various ecological conditions.

ACTIVITIES AND FOCUS AREAS 2024

Monitor of Putprop's ethical culture

The Groups ethical values are detailed on page 7 of this report. The ESET Committee attaches high importance to ensure that these standards are maintained.

Work environment review

The Group pays particular attention to its workforce. Although very small, at seven employees this complement is considered the Group's biggest and most important asset. Friendly and positive labour policies form one of our core values statements. During the year, one employee retired. A replacement employee has not been approved at present.

Social investment

A register of sponsorship and humanitarian investments is maintained by the ESET Committee. As at 30 June 2024 the total value of the social sponsorship and donations was R2 457 031 (2023: R2 086 026). For details of humanitarian investments made for this review period refer to pages 102 to 111 of this report.

Detailed review and strategic direction to comply with Employment equity, B-BBEE and transformation

Due to the small staffing complement and the present ownership structure, the status of the Group at present is that of a Non-Compliant Contributor. The ESET Committee feels, however, that it is essential progress be made in the Skills Development and Preferential Procurement elements of the Code. During this period, two transformation agencies were approached to give direction to the Group in achieving a improvement in the B-BBEE status. To date no action has been approved for recommendations arising from this exercise and this process is ongoing at present.

Health and Safety protocols

Health and safety continues to be a priority at our various assets. We strive to ensure that together with our tenant base that correct protocols exist.

Legal advice has previously been obtained as to the legal obligations of both lessee and lessor in respect of the Health and Safety Act at the Group's properties. The ESET Committee has assessed the report submitted and has suggested improvements in certain areas. After review, additional procedures and polices have been drafted for implementation.

These recommendations have been approved by the Board.

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, ETHICS AND TRANSFORMATION COMMITTEE REPORT (CONTINUED)

KEY FOCUS AREAS 2024

The ESET Committee will focus on the following key areas in the next reporting period

A review of ESG requirements with an emphasis on solar energy

Continued monitoring of all health and safety protocols at all or our assets to ensure compliance with current legislation

Continued support for marginalised disadvantaged communities

Continued review of B-BBEE transformation, with a view to the introduction of processes to charter a way forward to reach a minimum of level 7 of the Act.

IN CONCLUSION

The ESET Committee believes that it has discharged all of its duties and obligations as required by the formal terms of reference as contained in its Charter.

D Torricelli Chairman Environmental, Social, Ethics and Transformation Committee

Sandton 21 August 2024

establish and maintain small territories, which they mark with scent glands and defend from intruders. Their home ranges vary in size depending on species and habitat quality.

Burrows and Nests: They often create nests or use abandoned burrows for shelter. These nests are usually well-hidden and constructed from leaves and other plant materials to provide insulation and camouflage.

The Elephant Shrew

Temperature Regulation: In hotter climates, elephant shrews are often more active during cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or late afternoon, to avoid extreme heat. Some species in cooler regions may be active throughout the day.

Water Sources: While they can survive in arid environments, elephant shrews still need access to water. They get moisture from their diet but also need to drink water when it is available.

Impact of Human Activity: Habitat loss and fragmentation due to agricultural expansion, urban development, and deforestation pose significant threats to elephant shrews. Conservation of their habitats is crucial for their continued survival.

ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT AND CEO ANDCFO DECLARATION STATEMENT 169
CERTIFICATION BY THE COMPANY SECRETARY 170
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT 171
DIRECTORS' REPORT 175
AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE REPORT 178
STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION 182
STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 184
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY 185
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS 186
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 187
ANNEXURE A - SEGMENT REPORT 235

The Buffalo Weaver

Large and Communal: Buffalo weaver nests are large and communal, often housing multiple breeding pairs within the same structure. These nests can become quite extensive, sometimes spanning several feet in diameter.

Durable Construction: The nests are constructed using thorny twigs and sticks, which provide a sturdy and protective structure. The use of thorns also helps deter predators from accessing the nest chambers.

Multiple Chambers: Each nest typically contains multiple chambers, with separate compartments for each pair of birds. This allows several pairs to live and breed within the same nest complex while maintaining individual nesting spaces.

Preferred Nesting Sites: Buffalo weavers prefer to build their nests in tall, thorny trees such as acacias. These trees offer both a secure location and additional protection from ground predators.

DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT AND CEO AND CFO DECLARATION STATEMENT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

Overview

The audited annual consolidated financial statements set out on pages 182 to 233 are the responsibility of the Board. The directors are responsible for selecting and adopting sound accounting practices, for maintaining an adequate and effective system of accounting records for the safeguarding of assets and for the developing and maintaining of a system of internal control. The audited annual consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, the Companies Act, Financial Reporting Pronouncements, as issued by the Financial Reporting Standards Council, the Listing Requirements of the JSE and include amounts based on judgements and estimates made by management.

Going Concern

The going concern basis has been adopted in preparing the Group's annual financial statements. The directors have no reason to believe that the Group will not be a going concern in the foreseeable future, based on forecasts and available cash resources.

In the prior and current year, the current liabilities exceeded current assets at Group level at our reporting date.

Our Nedbank loan matures in August 2024 and the loan with ABSA for Summit place in February 2025. Refer to note 18. Both of these loans have been successfully refinanced with ABSA Limited. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to JIBAR +2.5 per annum.

In terms of IFRS reporting standards, these loans have been reflected as current liabilities. This is in order to comply with IFRS accounting standards as at year end, signature of both loan refinancing agreements with ABSA, had not occurred as at 30 June 2024. Term sheets have been subsequently approved by the group on the 19th of August 2024. This reporting allocation represents purely an accounting requirement and both loans will be reflected as Non-Current liabilities in our June 2025 financial statements.

Current assets will exceed current liabilities immediately on the signature of loan agreements.

The directors have assessed the Group's ability to continue as a going concern and have reviewed the Group's cash flow forecasts for the year ending 30 June 2025. Following this review and the current financial position, the directors are satisfied that the Group has access to adequate resources to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future.

The directors, supported by the Audit Committee, are satisfied that the Group's annual financial statements, fairly present the current state of affairs of the Group and that there was no material breakdown in the system of internal control during the year. For further comment and additional disclosures on the Group's going concern status refer to the Directors' Report on page 175 of the Annual Financial Statements.

Operating Statement

Each of the directors' whose names are stated below, hereby confirms that:

  • (a) The audited annual consolidated financial statements set out on pages 182 to 233, fairly present in all material respects of the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of Putprop Limited, in terms of IFRS;
  • (b) To the best of our knowledge and belief no facts have been omitted or untrue statements made that would make the annual financial statements false or misleading;
  • (c) Internal financial controls have been put in place to ensure that material information relating to Putprop Limited, and its Consolidated Subsidiaries has been provided to effectively prepare the financial statements of the Group;
  • (d) The internal financial controls are adequate and effective and can be relied upon in compiling the annual financial statements, having fulfilled our role and function as executive directors with primary responsibility for implementation and execution of controls;
  • (e) Where we are not satisfied, we have disclosed to the Audit Committee and the auditors any deficiencies in design and operational effectiveness of the internal financial controls and have taken steps to remedy the deficiencies; and
  • (f) We are not aware of any fraud involving directors.

External Auditors

The Group's annual financial statements have been audited by its independent external auditors HLB CMA SA Incorporated (HLB), who were given unrestricted access to all financial records and related data, including minutes of all meetings of shareholders, the Board and Committees of the Board. The directors believe that all representations made to the independent auditors during their audit were valid and appropriate. It is the responsibility of the auditors to report on the Group's financial statements in conformity with International Standards on Auditing. HLB audit report is presented on pages 171 to174 .

Approval

The financial statements were approved by the Board on 28 August 2024 and signed on their behalf by:

J E Smith BC Carleo

Johannesburg Johannesburg

Chief Financial Officer Chief Executive Officer

CERTIFICATION BY THE COMPANY SECRETARY

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

The Company Secretary hereby certifies in accordance with section 88(2)(e) of the South African Companies Act, 2008 (Act 71 of 2008), as amended that, to the best of our knowledge, the Group has lodged with the Commissioner of the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission all such returns as are required for a listed Group and that all such returns are true, correct and up to date in respect of the financial year reported.

Acorim Proprietary Limited represented by N. Davies

Johannesburg 30 August 2024

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2023

HLB CMA South Africa Inc., Reg. 1997/013001/21, is a member of HLB International, the global advisory, auditing and accounting network

Independent Auditor's Report

To the Shareholders of Putprop Limited

Report on the Audit of the Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements

Opinion

We have audited the consolidated and separate financial statements of Putprop Limited (the group and company) set out on pages 182 to 233, which comprise the consolidated and separate statements of financial position as at 30 June 2024, and the consolidated and separate statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, consolidated and separate statements of changes in equity and the consolidated and separate statements of cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the consolidated and separate financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies.

In our opinion, the consolidated and separate financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated and separate financial position of Putprop Limited as at 30 June 2024, and its consolidated and separate financial performance and consolidated and separate cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and the requirements of the Companies Act of South Africa.

Basis for Opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated and separate Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the group and company in accordance with the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors' Code of Professional Conduct for Registered Auditors (IRBA Code) and other independence requirements applicable to performing audits of financial statements in South Africa. We have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the IRBA Code and in accordance with other ethical requirements applicable to performing audits in South Africa. The IRBA Code is consistent with the corresponding sections of the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants' International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International Independence Standards). We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2023 (CONTINUED)

Key Audit Matters

Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit of the consolidated and separate financial statements of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated and separate financial statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.

Key audit matters How our audit addressed the key audit matters
Key audit matter 1
The investment property of Putprop Limited and the group issignificant. The fair values of the investment property, whichcontain assumptions and significant inputs, are judgemental.Valuations are performed on an annual basis using either thediscounted cash flow orcapitalisation of net incomemethodology by an external valuer which is regarded asmanagement's expert.As a result of the value of the investment property held at groupand company level and due to the subjectivity and judgment Our audit procedures, included the following, amongst others:Assessment of the control environmentsurroundingoinvestment property byconsidering its design andimplementation.The qualifications and independence of theexternalovaluers were inspected andverified to assess theircapabilities and competence.
associated with fair value determination, this matter is regardedas a significant one that we had to address from an auditperspective. The formal valuation reports were obtained from theovaluers and the following procedures performed thereon:
1.The forecasted financial information was evaluated forreasonableness which included comparing forecastfigures for 2025 with actuals for 2024.
2.The capitalisation and discount ratesused wereevaluated for reasonableness.
3.Thevaluationswererecalculatedtotestthemathematical accuracy thereof.
4.Obtainedauditevidenceforanysignificantdiscrepancies in the calculations or inputs used andconcluded that the audit evidence is sufficient. Theseincluded a comparison of yields, discount rates andsquare meter pricesfor similar properties forreasonability.
Audit procedures performed to ensure that the investmentoproperty disclosures were made in terms of the IFRS.
Key audit matter 2
In the current year, management identified an error in the taxbase calculation of Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd's (a Our audit procedures, included the following, amongst others:
subsidiary company) investment property.The error arose from a fair value adjustment which wasincorrectly included in the tax base of the property as a cost inrespect of which future allowances would be available. Thisresulted in an understatement of the taxable temporarydifference and an overstatement of the deferred tax asset. We inspected the entity's revised tax asset register tooverify that the correction was appropriately reflected. Thisinvolved ensuring that the fair value adjustment wasexcluded from the tax base calculation for futureallowances.
The error was corrected by resubmitting the 2023 income taxreturn andretrospectively restating the affected financialstatement line items for prior periods. We examined both the original and the revised income taxoreturns and assessments to confirm that the 2023 incometax return had been appropriately corrected.
Recalculations were performed on the deferred tax for theogroup for the years 2022, 2023 and 2024.
A thorough review of the prior period error note in theofinancial statements was conducted to ensure compliancewith IAS 8. This included confirming that the error and itscorrection were appropriately disclosed, and that allaffected financial statement line items for prior periodswere restated correctly.
Detailed consideration was given to the nature of the errorowhich concluded that it was not a reportable irregularity.

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED) Other Information

The directors are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included in the document titled "Putprop Limited Annual Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2024", which includes the Directors' Report, the Audit Committee's Report and the Company Secretary's Certificate as required by the Companies Act of South Africa, which we obtained prior to the date of this report, and the Annual Report, which is expected to be made available to us after that date. The other information does not include the consolidated and separate financial statements and our auditor's report thereon.

Our opinion on the consolidated and separate financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not and will not express an audit opinion or any form of assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with our audit of the consolidated and separate financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the consolidated and separate financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work we have performed on the other information obtained prior to the date of this auditor's report, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.

Responsibilities of the Directors for the Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements

The directors are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated and separate financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and the requirements of the Companies Act of South Africa, and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated and separate financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the consolidated and separate financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the group's and the company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the group and / or the company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated and separate financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated and separate financial statements.

As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

  • Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated and separate financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
  • Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the group's and the company's internal control.
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the directors.
  • Conclude on the appropriateness of the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting and based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the group's and the company's ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor's report to the related disclosures in the consolidated and separate financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor's report. However, future events or conditions may cause the group and / or the company to cease to continue as a going concern.
  • Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated and separate financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated and separate financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
  • Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities within the group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT We communicate with the directors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED) findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

We also provide the directors with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

From the matters communicated with the directors, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated and separate financial statements of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor's report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.

Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements

In terms of the IRBA Rule published in Government Gazette Number 39475 dated 4 December 2015, we report that HLB CMA South Africa Incorporated has been the auditor of Putprop Limited for 2 years.

HLB CMA South Africa Incorporated Registered Auditors

Jeandre Du Toit Director Registered Auditor

29 August 2024

CMA Office & Conference Park No. 1 2nd Road Halfway House Estate Midrand, 1685

DIRECTORS' REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

NATURE OF THE BUSINESS

The directors have pleasure in submitting the 36th directors' report which forms part of the annual financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2024.

Putprop Limited (The Group), incorporated and domiciled in the Republic of South Africa, was listed on the JSE Limited on 4 July 1988. The Group is listed on the JSE under the Real Estate sector, and invests in industrial, commercial, retail and residential properties deriving its income primarily from tenant rentals. The Group has both directly owned property holdings as well as indirectly held property investments.

SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE AND DISTRIBUTIONS

The information presented for the year ended 30 June 2024 has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS"), Companies Act, 2008 (Act 71 of 2008), as amended ("Companies Act"), the Financial Reporting Pronouncements as issued by the Financial Reporting Standards Council, and the Listings Requirements of the JSE Limited. The financial statements have been audited by HLB, the Group's External Auditors.

In summary, rental income, Including straight-line adjustments, was up 9.1% to R140.1 million (2023: R128.4 million).

Operating profit before finance costs was up 15.3% to R89.3 million (2023: R77.5 million).

Finance costs during this period were up from R44.2 million in 2023 to R50.1 million. Mamelodi loan facility is now fully accounted for in this increase.

Profit before fair value adjustments of R39.1 million (2023: R33.2 million) was reported, or 17.8% up.

Headline earnings per share were 46.54 cents per share (2023: 93.22 cents)

The Group's financial results are set out in detail on pages 158 to 210 of this report.

The Board has approved a final dividend distribution of 8.5 cents per share for the period ended 30 June 2024 (2023: 7.00 cents). The total dividend distributed for the year ended 30 June 2024 was 14.5 cents per share (2023: 11.25 cents).

DIRECTORATE

Details of the current directors providing full names, ages, qualifications and abridged curricula vitae are set out on page 131 of the annual report.

Anna Carleo retired from the Board of Directors, with effect from 30 November 2023.

In terms of the MOI of the Company, one third of all non-executive directors have to retire annually by rotation. Mr Gerrit van Heerden and Ms René Styber, retire in terms of this requirement. Both offer themselves for re-election by shareholders at the Group's Annual General Meeting. All retiring directors are eligible for re-election. No other changes occurred in the reporting period.

It is the policy of the Board that all directors, on reaching the age of 70 years, may continue to serve on the Board, provided that such appointment will be on a yearly basis, and subject to the approval of a majority of the Board.

CAPITAL STRUCTURE

The authorised capital comprises 500 000 000 ordinary shares of no-par value. At 30 June 2024 the issued shares of no-par value amounted to 42 405 133 shares (2023: 42 409 181).

Unissued shares of 457 594 867 (2023: 457 590 819) are held under the control of the directors, subject to the JSE Listings Requirements until the next Annual General Meeting.

GOING CONCERN

The Group's assessment of going concern also took into consideration all debt covenants such as loan-to-value and interest cover ratios.

In the prior and current year, the current liabilities exceeded current assets at Group level at our reporting date.

Our Nedbank loan matures in August 2024 and the loan with ABSA for Summit place in February 2025. Refer to note 18. Both of these loans have been successfully refinanced with ABSA Limited. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to JIBAR +2.5 per annum.

In terms of IFRS reporting standards, these loans have been reflected as current liabilities. This is in order to comply with IFRS accounting standards as at year end, signature of both loan refinancing agreements with ABSA, had not occurred as at 30 June 2024. Term sheets have been subsequently approved by the group on the 19th of August 2024. This reporting allocation represents purely an accounting requirement and both loans will be reflected as Non-Current liabilities in our June 2025 financial statements.

Current assets will exceed current liabilities immediately on the signature of loan agreements.

The directors have reviewed the Group's cash flow forecast for the period to 30 June 2024. On the basis of the review and having regard for the current financial position, the directors are satisfied that the Group has access to adequate resources for the continued operational functioning of Putprop Limited for the foreseeable future and accordingly these financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis.

ULTIMATE HOLDING AND HOLDING COMPANY

Putprop's holding company is Carleo Enterprises Proprietary Limited and its ultimate holding company is Carleo Investments Proprietary Limited.

DEBT COVENANTS

The Group has evaluated and assessed its ability to meet all its debt covenants as required by providers of finance for the year ended June 2025. We conclude that the Group will fulfill all its covenants in the next 12 months.

DIRECTORS' REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS

The following special resolutions were passed at the Annual General Meeting held on 7 November 2023:

  • Approval of the non-executive directors' remuneration for the financial years ending 30 June 2024;
  • General approval for Putprop's and/or its subsidiaries to acquire shares in the Company;
  • Approval for the Company to provide financial assistance for the subscription of securities in terms of Section 44 of the Companies Act; and
  • Approval for the Company to provide financial assistance in terms of Section 45 of the Companies Act.

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

The management of Putprop is responsible for the property asset managed function of the Group.

Putprop has contracted with the following property managers to assist in the day to day property management of the Group's property portfolio:

Broll Property Group (Pty) Ltd, Emira Property Management, McCormick Property Development (Pty) Ltd, Trafalgar Property Management (Pty) Ltd and Bidvest Property Management (Pty) Ltd.

DIRECTORS' SHAREHOLDINGS

On 30 June 2024, the directors held a total of 4 094 143 (2023: 4 094 143) shares in the Group. There has been no change in these interests between 30 June 2024 and the date of this report.

The paragraph above discloses the quantity of shares and the table below the percentage of shares.

Direct beneficial Indirect beneficial
2024% 2023% 2024% 2023%
Non-executive directors
No shares are held by any of the Group'sNon-executive directors
Executive directors
A L Carleo-Novello* 0.05 3.94
B C Carleo 0.13 0.13 5.07 5.07

* Retired November 2023

DEALINGS IN SECURITIES

Directors, Executives and Senior Employees are prohibited from dealing in Putprop's securities during certain prescribed restricted periods. A formal securities dealings policy has been developed to ensure directors' and employees' compliance with the JSE Listings Requirements and the insider trading legislation in terms of the Financial Markets Act.

DIRECTORS INTERESTS IN CONTRACTS AND CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS

The directors have no interest in material contracts or transactions, other than those directors involved in the operation of the Group as set out in this report. There have been no bankruptcies or voluntary arrangements of these persons.

Directors' declarations are tabled and circulated at every Board meeting. All directors are encouraged to declare any potential conflict of interest and to bring such circumstances to the attention of the Chair.

The Executive Directors of Putprop have not acted as directors with an executive function of any company at the time or within the 12 months preceding any of the following events taking place: receiverships, compulsory liquidations, creditors' voluntary liquidations, administrations, company voluntary arrangements or any composition or arrangements with its creditors generally or any class of its creditors.

The directors of Putprop have not been the subject of public criticisms by statutory or regulatory authorities (including professional bodies) and have not been disqualified by a court from acting as directors of a company or from acting in the management or conduct of the affairs of any company. There have been no offences involving dishonesty by the directors of Putprop.

BOARD AND COMMITTEE COMPLIANCE

The attendance registers of directors for each Board and Committee meeting for the year ended 30 June 2024 is detailed on page 135 of the governance report.

DIRECTORS' REMUNERATION CONTRACTS

The executive directors do not have fixed-term contracts with the Company. A three-month notice period is required for any executive director, the CEO and CFO respectively for the termination of services. Details of remuneration and incentive bonuses paid to executive and non executive directors are set out in note 35 of the annual financial statements.

DIRECTORS' REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

LITIGATION STATEMENT

The directors are not aware of any legal or arbitration procedures that are pending or threatening, that may have had, in the previous 12 months, a material effect on the Group's financial position.

CONTINGENT LIABILITY

At the date of this report, no events have been identified that may result in a contingent liability.

COMPANY AUDITORS

HLB CMA South Africa Incorporated have acted as the Company and Group auditors for the year ended 30 June 2024 and will continue in terms of section 90 of the Companies Act.

COMPANY SECRETARY

The Company Secretary for the period under review is Acorim Proprietary Limited represented by N. Davies whose physical and postal address is: 13th Floor, Illovo Point, 68 Melville Road, Illovo, 2196 and PO Box 41480 Craighall, 2024, respectively.

The Company Secretary is responsible for the duties set out in section 88 of the Companies Act and the Board for ensuring compliance with the JSE Listings Requirements. Director induction and training are part of the Company Secretary's responsibilities. The Company Secretary is responsible to the Board for ensuring the proper administration of Board proceedings, including the preparation and circulation of Board papers, drafting annual work plans, ensuring that feedback is provided to the Board and Board Committees and preparing and circulating minutes of Board and Committee meetings. They provide practical support and guidance to the Board and directors on governance and regulatory compliance matters.

Company Boards must consider and satisfy themselves annually regarding the competence, qualifications and experience of the Company Secretary. The performance of the Company Secretary, as well as their relationship with the Board, is assessed on an annual basis. The Company Secretary has unfettered access to the Board and maintains an arm's length relationship with the Board and is also not a member of the Board.

The Board has evaluated the Company Secretary and it is satisfied that they are suitably qualified for the role.

EVENTS AFTER THE REPORTING PERIOD

Refinancing of long-term liabilities

The Nedbank loan for the Parktown Property has a settlement of R29.8 million maturing on 30 August 2024. The loan has been refinanced through ABSA Limited and the final terms sheets was signed on 19 August 2024. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to JIBAR +2.5 per annum.

The Nedbank loans, 30150755, 30151232 and 30151238 secured over Secunda Value Centre has been refinanced through ABSA and the final term sheet was signed on 19 August 2024. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over sixty months after first drawdown, with interest linked to JIBAR +2.5% per annum.

The ABSA loan for Summit Place has a settlement of R271.7 million maturing on 7 February 2025. The loan has been refinanced by ABSA and the final term sheet will be signed prior to February 2025. In respect of the new facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to prime less 0.85% per annum.

The above is estimated to reduce current loan liabilities by an estimation of 279,302 and to increase non-current loan liabilities by the same amount.

Sale of Bank City

On 31 July 2024, an offer of purchase Bank City, an investment property held for sale, for R15.75 million was approved by the Board of Directors. The property's fair value at year end is R17 million and a loss on sale of investment property is estimated to be R1.2 million. The offer is subject to loan financing.

Dividend declaration

Dividend 70 has been approved by the Board of Directors at 8.50 cents per share on 28 of August 2024.

There are no other significant events that have occurred in the period from 30 June 2023, and to date of the publication of this report.

Johannesburg

28 August 2024

B C Carleo J E Smith D Torricelli

H Hartley R Styber G van Heerden

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

The AR Committee presents its report in terms of section 94(7)(f) of the Companies Act, as amended and as recommended by King lV for the financial year ended 30 June 2024.

TERMS OF REFERENCE AND ROLE OF COMMITTEE

The information below constitutes the report as required by section 94 of the Companies Act. The AR Committee's operation is guided by a detailed Charter that is informed by the Companies Act and is approved by the Board as and when it is amended.

The main objectives of the AR Committee are:

  • To assist the Board in discharging its duties relating to safeguarding of assets, the operations of adequate systems, controls and reporting processes and the preparation of accurate reporting and financial statements in compliance with the applicable legal requirements and accounting standards;
  • To provide a forum for discussing business risk and control issues for developing recommendations for consideration by the Board;
  • To oversee the activities of the external audit; and
  • To perform duties that are attributed to it by the Companies Act and the JSE Listing Requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of the committee are to:

  • Nominate for appointment as auditor a registered auditor, who is independent of Putprop.
  • Determine the fees to be paid to the auditor and the auditor's terms of engagement.
  • Ensure that the appointment of the auditor complies with the provisions of the Companies Act and any other legislation relating to the appointment of auditors.
  • Determine the nature and extent of any non-audit services that the auditor may provide or that the auditor must not provide to Putprop.
  • Pre-approve any proposed contract with the auditor for the provision of non-audit services to Putprop.
  • Review and approve the interim and final financial results and their press releases and the reviewed statements of financial position and statements of comprehensive income of Putprop with the relevant press releases for recommendation to the Board.
  • Evaluate the quality of the financial information produced to ensure the integrity of reporting and to ensure that measures necessary, in the committee's opinion, are introduced to enhance the integrity of such reporting.
  • Evaluate and approve the effectiveness and expertise of the Financial Director
  • Review Putprop's solvency and liquidity position.
  • Review the insurance cover effected by Putprop annually to ascertain its sufficiency, scope and costs.
  • Receive and evaluate reports from management on significant breakdowns and/or potential areas in the risk management and assessment process, including the disaster recovery plan.
  • Consider the audit plans for the external auditors to ensure completeness of coverage, reduction of duplicate effort and the effective use of audit resources.
  • Ensured that a comprehensive combined assurance model was applied to the Group's key risks to ensure a coordinated approach to all assurance activities.
  • Consider any significant findings and recommendations of the external auditors as well as the adequacy of corrective actions taken in response to these findings.
  • Review the effectiveness of the systems of internal control.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

COMMITTEE COMPOSITION AND MEETING ATTENDANCE

During the year under review the AR Committee comprised of three independent non- executive directors all of whom satisfy the requirements to serve as members on an audit committee as referred to by the Companies Act.

The Chair, the CEO, the Group Financial Director, other members of senior management and representatives from the external auditors attend the AR meetings by invitation only. The external auditors have unrestricted access to the Chair and other members of the AR Committee.

Meeting attendance is set out on page 135 of the corporate governance review. The AR Committee meets at least four times a year with the group executive management and the external auditors. The Company Secretary attends all meetings as secretary to this Committee.

During the year the Board approved the separation of the Audit and Risk Committee's combined function into two committees, a Audit Committee focused primarily on financial issues and disclosure requirements and a Risk Committee to focus on the risk appetite matrix of the group. As a result of these changes, Mr Daniele Torricelli was appointed as a non-executive member of the Risk Committee.

APPROPRIATENESS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND FINANCE FUNCTION REVIEW

The AR Committee reviewed the performance of the CFO, Mr James E Smith and was satisfied that the expertise and experience of the CFO was considered appropriate to meet his responsibilities in that position as required by the JSE. The AR Committee also considered and was satisfied with:

  • The expertise and adequacy of resources within the financial function;
  • The financial reporting procedures in place and that such are operating efficiently; and
  • The expertise of the senior financial management staff.

The AR Committee has confirmed that the company has, with consideration to all entities included in the consolidated Group IFRS financial statements, established appropriate financial reporting procedures and that these procedures are operating to ensure that it has access to all the financial information on Putprop Limited to effectively prepare and report on the financial statements.

In making these assessments the AR Committee obtained feedback from the external auditors. Based on the processes and assurances obtained we believe the Group's accounting policies to be effective.

EXTERNAL AUDIT

  • The external auditors provide an independent assessment of systems of internal financial control and express an independent opinion on the annual financial statements. The external audit function offers reasonable, but not absolute assurance on the accuracy of financial disclosures.
  • The AR Committee, in consultation with executive management, agreed to an audit fee for the 2024 financial year. The fee is considered appropriate for the work that could reasonably have been foreseen at the time.
  • There are formal procedures that govern the process, whereby if the auditor is considered for non-audit services, a specific letter of engagement for such work must be created and subsequently reviewed by the AR Committee. No non-audit services were carried out for the year ending 30 June 2024.
  • Meetings were held with the auditor where management were not present, and no matters of concern were raised. Based on our processes followed nothing has come to the AR Committee's attention which would lead the AR Committee to question the external auditor's independence. Based on our satisfaction with the results of the activities outlined above, the AR Committee has recommended to the Board that HLB be appointed as the external auditors for the 2024 financial year, and Jeandre Du Toit as the designated auditor, subject to shareholder approval.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

INDEPENDENCE OF EXTERNAL AUDITORS

  • The Committee is required to review the independence of the external auditors HLB, in accordance with the following criteria:
  • Representations made by HLB to the Committee
  • The criteria specified for independence by the Independent Regulatory Board of Auditors and international regulatory bodies
  • The auditor does not receive any remuneration or other benefit from Putprop expect for Putprop's appointed external auditor and approved non-audit services
  • The auditor's independence was not prejudiced as result of any previous appointment as auditor
  • The Committee is satisfied that the external auditor is independent

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND ACCOUNTING PRACTICES

The annual financial statements of the Group and Company have been reviewed for the year ended 30 June 2024. Based on information provided by management the AR Committee is of the view that in all material aspects both the accounting policies and the annual financial statements are appropriate and comply with the provisions of the Companies Act, Act 71 of 2008, as amended, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), interpretations as issued by the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee, Financial Reporting Pronouncements as issued by the Financial Reporting Standards Committee, and the JSE Listings Requirements.

Where it was considered appropriate, the AR Committee, made submissions to the Board on matters concerning the Group's and Company's accounting policies, financial control records and reporting.

The AR Committee considered, reviewed and approved for submission to the Board the following:

  • The Group's and Company's property valuations both internal, by the directors of the Group in December 2023 and June 2024;
  • The valuation performed by an independent external valuer, as at 30 June 2024;
  • The full year integrated report to 30 June 2024; and
  • The interim results to December 2023.

All of the reports as listed above were recommended for approval to the Board.

The AR Committeehas further considered the JSE's most recent report back on proactive monitoring of financial statements, and where necessary to respond to the findings highlighted in the JSE report when preparing the annual financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2024.

ASSURANCE

As disclosed and reported on in the 2023 report, the Company, Putprop appointed an additional external review consultant to ensure compliance and correct interpretation of all IFRS and JSE requirements of published annual financial statements, further strengthening it's controls. This additional independent review's, for 2024, advised on certain disclosure elements to further strengthen the group's interpretation of IFRS. All suggestions were implemented in the current year.

The AR Committee confirms that it received no complaints relating to the accounting policies, reporting practices, internal financial controls or the content and auditing of its financial statements during the year under review but noted no additional assurance methods adopted.

INTEGRATED ANNUAL REPORT AND ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

At its meeting held on 21 August 2024, the AR Committee considered and recommended the June 2024 integrated annual report and annual financial statements for approval to the Board. The Board has subsequently approved the integrated annual report and the annual financial statements, which will be open for discussion at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

RISK MANAGEMENT AND FORMATION OF RISK COMMITTEE

During this reporting period the Board decided to split the Audit and Risk Committee into two Committees a Audit Committee focused mainly on financial aspects and a Risk Committee, focused on risk management of the group.

INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS

The AR Committee has reviewed the reports of the external auditors detailing their findings arising from the audit and the appropriate response from management. The AR Committee confirms that no material findings in regard to internal financial controls have been brought to its attention during the year under review. In addition, the AR Committee reviewed and ensured adherence to the annual audit plan.

SOLVENCY AND LIQUIDITY

The AR Committee is satisfied that the Board has performed a solvency and liquidity test on the Group and Company in terms of sections 4 and 46 of the Companies Act as amended and concluded that the Group and Company will satisfy this test after payment of the final dividend distribution as approved by the Board on 7 September 2023. In addition, the AR Committee noted and confirmed that this test was performed and satisfied for the payment of the interim dividend distribution approved in December 2023.

GOING CONCERN STATUS

The AR Committee has considered the going concern status of the Group and Company on the basis of reviews of the unaudited interim financial statements and the audited annual financial statements and information provided to the AR Committee by management and have recommended such going concern status to the Board. The Board statement on the going concern status of the Group and Company is noted on page 175 of the directors' report.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

The AR Committee has, to the best of its knowledge, complied with all applicable legal and regulatory responsibilities.

IT MANAGEMENT

As at 30 June 2024 the Group does not have its own dedicated IT infrastructure. However, the Audit Committee ensures that security policies, daily off-site backups and suitable firewalls are in place. Putprop is not considered IT critical, but IT remains of high importance. Eris, Sage Pastel as well as the Bidvest IT Group maintain electronic records on behalf of the Group which include financial, rent rolls and other documents.

All accounting records and critical documents are now backed up daily a cloud-based security system

During this period all accounting records operating systems have been migrated to a cloud-based system thus eliminating hardware failure and redundancies.

On behalf of the AR Committee

H Hartley Committee Chair

Johannesburg 21 August 2024

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023* 2022* 2024 2023
Note(s) R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
ASSETS
Non-Current Assets
Investment property (excluding straight-lining) 3 970,900 1,095,585 985,375 296,800 395,685
Straight-lining lease income accrual 4 (42,023) (36,743) (32,043) (5,175) (3,859)
Investment property (including straight-lining) 3 928,877 1,058,842 953,332 291,625 391,826
Investment property held under development - - 82,730 - -
Other Non-current Assets
Operating lease asset 4 42,023 36,743 32,151 5,175 3,859
Property, plant and equipment 6 1,204 1,468 896 1,204 1,194
Investment in subsidiaries 7 - - - 28,431 28,431
Loans to subsidiaries 8 - - - - 182,845
Investment in associates 10 27,140 14,715 14,576 47 47
Cumulative redeemable preference shares in
associate 11 55,487 55,084 52,084 55,487 55,084
Deferred tax 12 - - 23,546 - -
Total Non-current Assets 1,054,731 1,166,852 1,159,315 381,969 663,286
CURRENT ASSETS
Loans to subsidiaries 8 - - - 195,706 -
Trade and other receivables 13 15,054 41,165 31,861 7,076 27,001
Current tax receivable 1,636 - 461 1,590 -
Cash and cash equivalents 14 17,640 18,558 19,096 6,890 9,416
Total Current Assets 34,330 59,723 51,418 211,262 36,417
INVESTMENT PROPERTY HELD FOR SALE
Investment property held for sale 3 138,100 - 38,260 84,000 -
Straight-lining lease income accrual - - (108) - -
Total Assets 1,227,161 1,226,575 1,248,885 677,231 699,703

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023* 2022* 2024 2023
Note(s) R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
EQUITY
Equity Attributable toEquity Holders of Parent
Stated capital 15 93,477 93,490 93,490 93,477 93,490
Retained income 593,389 559,964 553,524 452,565 451,996
686,866 653,454 647,014 546,042 545,486
Non-controlling interest 17 20,587 14,200 16,191 - -
Total Equity 707,453 667,654 663,205 546,042 545,486
LIABILITIES `
Non-Current Liabilities
Loan liabilities 18 104,641 443,747 328,961 81,271 122,326
Deferred tax 12 44,933 35,221 75,236 9,204 10,713
Total Non-current Liabilities 149,574 478,968 404,197 90,475 133,039
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Trade and other payables 19 16,265 16,195 42,241 6,921 10,793
Loan liabilities 18 353,845 61,195 119,595 33,793 8,199
Current tax payable 24 1,471 - - 1,094
Bank overdraft 14 - 1,092 19,647 - 1,092
Total Current Liabilities 370,134 79,953 181,483 40,714 21,178
Total Liabilities 519,708 558,921 585,680 131,189 154,217
Total Equity and Liabilities 1,227,161 1,226,575 1,248,885 677,231 699,703

STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023* 2024 2023
Note(s) R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Rental income and recoveries 20 140,334 128,439 67,988 59,550
Property operating costs 21 (49,060) (47,384) (23,448) (20,873)
Gross profit from property operations 91,274 81,055 44,540 38,677
Corporate administration costs 22 (21,785) (19,229) (15,324) (16,003)
Interest income 23 4,400 11,221 6,549 12,882
Other income 24 1,548 3,291 971 2,366
Expected credit losses 25 1,629 991 73 502
Share of associates' profits 10 12,425 139 - -
Operating profit before finance costs 89,491 77,468 36,809 38,424
Finance costs 26 (50,115) (44,221) (13,255) (12,493)
Profit before fair value adjustments 39,376 33,247 23,554 25,931
Fair value adjustments 5 20,476 (30,173) (16,068) (32,547)
Profit/ (loss) before taxation 59,852 3,074 7,486 (6,616)
Taxation 27 (14,527) 5,722 (1,404) 7,416
Profit/ (loss) for the year 45,325 8,796 6,082 800
Other comprehensive income - - - -
Total comprehensive income/ (loss) for the
year 45,325 8,796 6,082 800
Profit and total comprehensive income/ (loss)attributable to:
Owners of the parent 38,938 10,787 6,082 800
Non-controlling interest 6,387 (1,991) - -
45,325 8,796 6,082 800
Earnings per share
Per share information
Basic and diluted earnings per share (c) 39 91.82 25.44 14.34 1.89

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

Total
attributable
to equityholders of Non
Stated Retained the Group/ controlling Total
capital income company interest equity
GROUP R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Balance at 01 July 2022 93,490 566,471 659,961 20,922 680,883
Prior period error - note 40 - (12,947) (12,947) (4,731) (17,678)
Balance at 01 July 2022 - restated* 93,490 553,524 647,014 16,191 663,205
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year - 10,787 10,787 (1,991) 8,796
Dividends - (4,347) (4,347) - (4,347)
Balance at 01 July 2023 93,490 559,964 653,454 14,200 667,654
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year - 38,938 38,938 5,749 44,687
Share purchase (note 17) 638 638
Dividends - (5,513) (5,513) - (5,513)
Share buy-back (note 15) (13) - (13) - (13)
Balance at 30 June 2024 93,477 593,389 686,866 20,587 707,453
Note(s) 15
COMPANY
Balance at 01 July 2022 93,490 455,543 549,033 - 549,033
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year - 800 800 - 800
Dividends - (4,347) (4,347) - (4,347)
Balance at 01 July 2023 93,490 451,996 545,486 - 545,486
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year - 6,082 6,082 - 6,082
Dividends - (5,513) (5,513) - (5,513)
Share buy-back (note 15) (13) - (13) - (13)
Balance at 30 June 2024 93,477 452,565 546,042 - 546,042
Note(s) 15

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
Note(s) R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING
ACTIVITIES
Cash generated from/(used in) operations 28 98,509 33,550 43,300 (16,093)
Interest income 23 4,609 6,985 4,907 4,582
Finance costs 26 (49,437) (35,342) (13,217) (4,605)
Tax paid 29 (7,987) (8,337) (5,656) (7,658)
Net cash from operating activities 45,694 (3,144) 29,334 (23,774)
CASH FLOWS FROM
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Purchase of property, plant and equipment 6 - (768) - (768)
Purchases of investment property 3 (627) (47,061) - (44,209)
Proceeds from sales of investment property 3 - 21,592 - 21,592
Advances on loans to group companies 8 - - (9,794) -
Loan repayment received from group
companies 8 - - - (500)
Net cash from investing activities (627) (26,237) (9,794) (23,885)
CASH FLOWS FROM
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Repayment of loan liabilities 30 (39,379) (27,677) (15,461) (6,465)
Advances received on loan liabilities 18 - 79,421 - 79,421
Dividends paid 16 (5,513) (4,347) (5,513) (4,347)
Net cash from financing activities (44,892) 47,397 (20,974) 68,609
Total cash movement for the year 175 18,016 (1,434) 20,950
Cash and cash equivalents
at the beginning of the year 17,465 (550) 8,324 (12,626)
Cash and cash equivalentsat the end of the year 14 17,640 17,466 6,890 8,324

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these consolidated and separate annual financial statements are set out below.

1.1. Basis of preparation

The consolidated and separate annual financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis in accordance with, and in compliance with, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS®) interpretations issued and effective at the time of preparing these consolidated and separate annual financial statements, the JSE Listings Requirements and the Companies Act of South Africa of 2008.

These consolidated and separate annual financial statements comply with the requirements of the SAICA Financial Reporting Guides as issued by the Accounting Practices Committee and the Financial Reporting Pronouncements as issued by the Financial Reporting Standards Council.

The consolidated and separate annual financial statements have been prepared on the historic cost convention, unless otherwise stated in the accounting policies which follow and incorporate the principal accounting policies set out below. The consolidated financial statements are presented in Rand and all values are rounded to the nearest million (Rm), except when otherwise indicated.

These accounting policies are consistent with the previous period.

1.2. Significant judgements and sources of estimation uncertainty

The preparation of consolidated and separate annual financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires management, from time to time, to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. These estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and reasonable expectations relating to future events. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

Information on the key estimates and uncertainties that have the most significant effect on amounts recognised are set out in the following notes to the financial statement:

  • Investment in associate refer to policy note 1.5 and note 10
  • Fair value measurement of investment property refer to policy note 1.6, note 3 and note 5
  • Impairment of financial assets refer to policy note 1.10, note 8, note 11, note 13, and note 37

1.3. Consolidation

Basis of consolidation

Control is achieved when the company:

  • Has power over the investee
  • Is exposed or has a right to variable returns from its involvement with the investee
  • Has the ability to use its power to affect its returns

The company reassesses whether it controls an investee if the facts and circumstances indicate that there are changes to one or more of the three elements of control listed above.

The group's annual financial statements include the financial statements of the company and its subsidiaries, including any entities over which the group has control. The operating results of the subsidiaries are included from the effective dates of acquisition up to the effective dates of disposal.

Intracompany balances and transactions are eliminated in the consolidated financial statements.

Profit or loss and Other comprehensive income of subsidiaries acquired or disposed of during the year are recognised from the effective date of acquisition, or up to the effective date of disposal, as applicable.

The group attributes total comprehensive income or loss of subsidiaries between the owners of the parent and the non-controlling interests based on their respective ownership interests.

Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions and are recognised directly in the Statement of Changes in Equity. The difference between the fair value of consideration paid or received and the movement in non-controlling interest for such transactions is recognised in equity attributable to the owners of the company.

1.3. Consolidation (continued)

Non-controlling interest

The non-controlling interest relates to the portion of equity ownership in a subsidiary not attributable to the parent company. Non-controlling interests are measured at their proportionate share of the acquiree's identifiable net assets at the date of acquisition. When the proportion of the equity held by non-controlling interest's changes, the Group adjusts the carrying amounts of the controlling and non-controlling interests to reflect the changes in their relative interests in the subsidiary. The Group recognises, directly in equity, any difference between the amount by which the non-controlling interests are adjusted and the fair value of the consideration paid or received, and attribute it to the owners of the parent company.

Investments in subsidiaries in the separate financial statements

In the company's separate financial statements, investments in subsidiaries are carried at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

1.4. Joint operations

The Group has various undivided shares in investment properties which have been classified as joint operations, hence only the Group's percentage share in the property is included in the consolidated results.

The Group recognises the following in relation to its interests in a joint operation:

  • Its assets, including its share of any assets held jointly,
  • Its liabilities, including its share of any liabilities incurred jointly,
  • Its share of the revenue from the sale of the output by the joint operation; and
  • Its expenses, including its share of any expenses incurred jointly.

The Group accounts for assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses relating to its interest in a Joint Operation in accordance with the IFRSs applicable to the particular assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses.

1.5. Investment in associate

An associate is an entity over which the Group has significant influence and which is neither a subsidiary nor a joint arrangement. Significant influence is the power to participate in the financial and operating policy decisions of the investee but is not control or joint control over those policies. It generally accompanies a shareholding of between 10% and 50% of the voting rights.

Investments in associates are accounted for using the equity method.

Under the equity method, investments in associates are carried in the Statement of Financial Position at cost adjusted for post- acquisition changes in the Group's share of net assets of the associate, less any impairment losses if applicable.

Investments in associates in the separate financial statements

In the company's separate financial statements, investments in associates are carried at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

1.6. Investment property

Investment property, which is stated at fair value less straight-line lease adjustments, constitutes land and buildings held by the Group for rental producing purposes and to appreciate in capital value. Investment properties under development are measured based on estimates prepared by an independent valuer, where this can be determined. If a property is no longer considered a core property or does not meet the Group's strategic requirements, then a sale of the property will be approved, and the property transferred to non-current assets held for sale.

Investment property is measured initially at cost, including transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition. The carrying amount includes the cost of subsequent expenditure relating to an existing investment property incurred subsequently to add to or to replace a part of a property, if at the time that cost is incurred, it is probable that future economic benefits that are associated with the investment property will flow to the enterprise. Tenant installations are capitalised to the cost of a building. All other subsequent expenditure including the costs of dayto-day servicing of an investment property is expensed in the period in which it is incurred.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.6. Investment property (continued)

Capital expenditure is cost incurred to upgrade or extend the life of the investment property. Tenant installations are upgrades are costs incurred by the Landlord in order to fit out and modify leased space to make it more suitable to the tenants needs.

Capitalized borrowing costs related to interest capitalized on the construction of Mamelodi Square at rates linked to prime

Investment property is maintained, upgraded and refurbished as determined by management from time to time, in order to preserve or improve the capital value of the asset. Maintenance and repair costs which do not add value to the asset or prolong the useful life of the asset are charged against profit and loss in the period in which it is incurred.

Effective date of property transactions

In the event of an investment property being disposed of or acquired, the effective date of the transaction is generally when all suspensive conditions have been met and complied with and the buyer becomes contractually entitled to the income and expenses associated with the property.

Fair value

Subsequent to initial measurement investment property is measured at fair value.

The fair value of investment properties reflects market conditions. Fair value is determined on the basis of an annual, independent, external valuation carried out by a registered professional valuer. The directors also consider the value the entire property portfolio bi-annually on the fair market value basis. Fair market value is the open market value, which in the opinion of the directors, is the fair market price at which the property could have been sold unconditionally for a cash consideration in an orderly transaction at the date of valuation.

A gain or loss arising from a change in fair value is included in net profit or loss in fair value adjustments for the period in which it arises.

Derecognition

Investment property is derecognised when the assets has been disposed of or no future economic benefit is expected from its disposal. Any gains or losses on the retirement or disposal of an investment property (the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying amount) are recognised in profit or loss in profit/(loss) of sale of investment property for the period in which it arises.

1.7. Non-current assets held for sale

Investment property is classified as held for sale when it is highly probable that the property will be sold within one year from the year end. The Group considers the following factors indicative of a highly probable sale:

  • Sale agreements that have been concluded that are subject to transfer and unconditional in all other material respects: and
  • Options to purchase have been exercised or management has received firm indications that options are going to be exercised.
  • An active programme to locate a buyer is initiated,
  • The asset is available for immediate sale in its present condition,
  • The asset is being actively marketed for sale at a price reasonable in relation to its fair value,
  • Actions required to complete the plan indicate that it is unlikely that the plan will be significantly changed or withdrawn.

Investment property classified as held for sale are presented separately as current assets in the statement of financial position.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.8. Plant and equipment

Plant and equipment is initially carried at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

Expenditure incurred subsequently for major services, additions to or replacements of parts of property, plant and equipment are capitalised if it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the expenditure will flow to the Group and the cost can be measured reliably. Day to day servicing costs are included in profit or loss in the year in which they are incurred.

Depreciation of an asset commences when the asset is available for use as intended by management. Depreciation is charged to write off the asset's carrying amount over its estimated useful life to its estimated residual value, using the straight-line method.

The useful lives of items of plant and equipment have been assessed as follows:

Item Depreciation method Average useful life
Furniture and fittings Straight line 6 years
Motor vehicles Straight line 5 years
Office equipment Straight line 5 years
Computer equipment Straight line 3 years
Solar equipment Straight line 10 years

An item of plant and equipment is derecognised when no future economic benefits are expected from its use. The gain or loss on disposal is recognised in profit and loss in profit/(loss) on sale of plant and equipment.

1.9. Impairment of non-financial assets

The Group assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that a non-financial asset may be impaired. If any such indication exists, the Group estimates the asset's recoverable amount. An asset's recoverable amount is the higher of an asset's or cash-generating unit's fair value less costs to sell and its value in use and is determined for an individual asset, unless the asset does not generate cash inflows that are largely independent of those from other assets or groups of assets. Where the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount, the asset is considered impaired and is written down to its recoverable amount.

1.10. Financial instruments

Financial instruments are recognised when the Group becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Note 37 Financial instruments and risk management presents the financial instruments held by the Group based on their specific classifications.

The specific accounting policies for the classification, recognition and measurement of each type of financial instrument held by the Group are presented below:

Financial assets at amortised cost

Classification

Trade and other receivables (note 13), loans to subsidiaries (note 8), cumulative redeemable preference shares (note 11) and cash and cash equivalents (note 14) are classified as financial assets subsequently measured at amortised cost.

They have been classified in this manner because the contractual terms of these financial assets give rise, on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal outstanding, and the Group's business model is to collect the contractual cash flows on these financial assets.

Recognition and measurement

Financial assets are measured, at initial recognition, at fair value plus transaction costs, if any. A trade receivable without a significant financing component is initially measured at the transaction price.

They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.

The amortised cost is the amount recognised on the financial assets initially, minus principal repayments, plus cumulative amortisation (interest) using the effective interest method of any difference between the initial amount and the maturity amount, adjusted for any loss allowance.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.10 Financial instruments (continued)

Impairment

In terms of IFRS 9 an entity is required to recognise an expected credit loss on a financial asset at amortised cost based on unbiased, forward-looking information.

Exposures would be divided into the following three stages:

• Stage 1: 12-month expected credit loss will be recognised on exposures where the credit risk has not significantly increased since origination.

• Stage 2: Lifetime expected credit losses will be recognised for exposures with a significant increase in credit risk since origination.

• Stage 3: Lifetime expected credit losses will be recognised on exposures that meet the definition of default. An impairment loss in respect of a financial asset measured at amortised cost is calculated as the difference between its carrying amount and the present value of the probability weighted estimated future cash flows discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money, certain forwardlooking information including estimates of economic growth, the expected value of the assets and the effect thereof on forecasted of returns, and the risks specific to the asset. Individually significant financial assets are tested for impairment on an individual basis. The remaining financial assets are assessed collectively in groups that share similar credit characteristics. All impairment losses are recognised separately in expected credit losses in profit or loss.

An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the carrying amount of the asset does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss initially been recognised.

Significant increase in credit risk

In assessing whether the credit risk on a financial asset has increased significantly since initial recognition, the Group compares the risk of a default occurring on the financial asset as at the reporting date with the risk of a default occurring as at the date of initial recognition. A credit rating is generated by:

  • Calculating historical loss ratios for each trade and lease receivable ageing bucket, and
  • Adjusting these historical loss ratios by multiplying the ratio by a forward-looking factor.

The resultant credit rating provides an adjusted loss ratio for each internal credit grade. This is assessed with reference to the credit rating framework outlined as follows:

Credit rating framework for loans to subsidiaries and other receivables

For purposes of determining the credit loss allowances, management determines the credit rating grades of each financial asset at the end of the reporting period. These ratings are determined internally by assessing evidence such as history, existing market conditions and forward-looking estimates of economic growth and forecast of loans and other receivables to determine whether there is no realistic prospect of recovery. The table below sets out the internal credit rating framework which is applied by management when internal ratings are not available.

Externalcredit grade Description Basis for recognisingexpected credit loss
Performing Low risk of default and no amounts are past due 12 month ECL
Doubtful Either 30 days past due or there has been a significant increase incredit risk since initial recognition Lifetime ECL (Stage 2)
In default Either 90 days past due or there is evidence that the asset is creditimpaired Lifetime ECL (Stage 3)
Write-off There is evidence indicating that the counterparty is in severefinancial difficulty and there is no realistic prospect of recovery Write-off

The assessment Is performed qualitatively by reference to the borrower's cash flow and liquid asset position. The risk that the borrower will default when debt is due upon the agreed terms, depends on whether the counterparty has sufficient cash or other liquid assets to repay its debt within the agreed period. (meaning that the risk of default is very low, possibly close to 0%) or it will not (meaning that the risk of default is very high, possibly close to 100%).

A financial asset is in default when debt is 90 days past due and where there is evidence that the borrower is in significant financial difficulty such that it will have insufficient funds to repay its debt when due upon the agreed terms. This is assessed based on the number of factors, including various liquidity and solvency ratios.

The Group regularly monitors the effectiveness of the criteria used to identify whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk and revises them as appropriate to ensure that the criteria can identify significant increases in credit risk before the amount becomes past due.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.10 Financial instruments (continued)

Write off policy

The Group writes off a financial asset when there is information indicating that the counterparty is in severe financial difficulty and there is no realistic prospect of recovery, e.g. when the counterparty has been placed under liquidation or has entered into bankruptcy proceedings. Financial assets written off may still be subject to enforcement activities under the Group recovery procedures, taking into account legal advice where appropriate. Any recoveries made are recognised in other income in profit or loss.

Measurement and recognition of expected credit losses

The measurement of expected credit losses is a function of the probability of default, loss given default (i.e. the magnitude of the loss if there is a default) and the exposure at default.

The assessment of the probability of default and loss given default is based on information as afore mentioned described. The exposure at default is the gross carrying amount of the financial asset at the reporting date.

If the Group has measured the loss allowance for a financial asset at an amount equal to lifetime ECL in the previous reporting period but determines at the current reporting date that the conditions for lifetime ECL are no longer met, the Group measures the loss allowance at an amount equal to 12 month ECL at the current reporting date, and vice versa.

An impairment gain or loss is recognised for all financial assets in profit or loss with a corresponding adjustment to their carrying amount through a loss allowance account. The impairment loss is included in corporate administration expenses in profit or loss as a movement in credit loss allowance.

Credit risk

Details of credit risk related to financial assets are included in the specific notes and the financial instruments and risk management note (note 37).

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents are stated at carrying amount, which is based on their amortised cost.

Financial liabilities at amortised cost

Classification

Trade and other payables (note 19), loan liabilities (note 18) and bank overdrafts (note 14) are classified as financial liabilities and subsequently measured at amortised cost, except for VAT and amounts received in advance included in trade and other payables, which are not financial liabilities and are measured at cost.

Recognition and measurement

Financial liabilities are measured, at initial recognition, at fair value plus transaction costs, if any. They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

If trade and other payables contain a significant financing component, and the effective interest method results in the recognition of interest expense, then it is included in profit or loss in finance costs (note 26).

Bank overdrafts

Bank overdrafts are repayable immediately and form an integral part of the daily cash management and have therefore been included in cash and cash equivalents. Bank overdrafts are initially measured at fair value, and are subsequently measured at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Derecognition

Financial assets

The Group derecognises a financial asset only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire.

Financial liabilities

The Group derecognises financial liabilities when, and only when, the Group obligations are discharged, cancelled or they expire. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognised and the consideration paid and payable, including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed, is recognised in profit or loss.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.11. Tax

Current tax assets and liabilities

Current tax for current and prior periods is, to the extent unpaid, recognised as a liability. If the amount already paid in respect of current and prior periods exceeds the amount due for those periods, the excess is recognised as an asset.

Current tax liabilities (assets) for the current and prior periods are measured at the amount expected to be paid to (recovered from) the tax authorities, using the tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities

A deferred tax liability is recognised for all taxable temporary differences, except to the extent that the deferred tax liability arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction which at the time of the transaction, affects neither accounting profit nor taxable profit (tax loss).

A deferred tax asset is recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary difference can be utilised. A deferred tax asset is not recognised when it arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction at the time of the transaction, affects neither accounting profit nor taxable profit (tax loss).

A deferred tax asset is recognised for the carry forward of unused tax losses and unused tax credits to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the unused tax losses and unused tax credits can be utilised.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.

Tax expenses

Current and deferred taxes are recognised as income or an expense and included in taxation in profit or loss for the period, except to the extent that the tax arises from:

  • a transaction or event which is recognised, in the same or a different period, to other comprehensive income, or
  • a business combination.

Current tax and deferred taxes are charged or credited to other comprehensive income if the tax relates to items that are credited or charged, in the same or a different period, to other comprehensive income.

Current tax and deferred taxes are charged or credited directly to equity if the tax relates to items that are credited or charged, in the same or a different period, directly in equity.

1.12. Leases

The Group assesses whether a contract is, or contains a lease, at the inception of the contract.

There were no significant judgments and sources of estimation uncertainty in determining whether a contract is or contains a lease.

Group as lessor

Contractual rental income is recognised as revenue in profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

Due to the nature of the Group's lease agreements, they are considered operating leases. Operating leases does not transfer substantially all the risks and rewards related to ownership.

Leased investment property is straight-lined over the duration of the lease term, considering the annual escalation percentage and recognising and operating lease asset.

Income for leases is disclosed under rental income and recoveries in profit or loss.

1.13. Share capital and equity

An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities.

Ordinary shares are classified as 'share capital' in equity. Dividends are recognised as a liability in the period in which they are declared.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.14. Employee benefits Short-term employee benefits

The cost of short-term employee benefits (those payable within 12 months after the service is rendered) are recognised in the period in which the service is rendered and are not discounted.

Accrual for leave pay represents the present obligation that the Group has as a result of employees' services rendered up to the reporting date and is calculated using salary rates and accrued days leave as at reporting date.

1.15. Rental income and recoveries

Rental income and recoveries comprises of the following streams:

Types of revenue Recognition
Operating lease income Recognised as income on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Consideredfixed escalations. There is no variable lease income.
Revenuefromcontractswithcustomers:Operatingcostrecoveries Municipal and other operating cost recoveries are recognised over the periodfor which the services are rendered. The Group acts as a principal on its ownaccount when recovering operating costs, such as utilities, from tenants.Operating cost recoveries are based on actual consumption and actualexpenses incurred.

1.15. Rental income and recoveries (continued)

Recoveries

Operating cost recoveries represent the transaction price, i.e. the amount of the consideration which the entity expects to receive for services provided, net of value added tax.

Recoveries are recognised on an accrual basis in line with the service being provided. Accordingly, the Group maintains its recording of service charge income on a gross basis.

Rental income and recoveries received in advance is recognized as other payables in trade and other payables.

1.16. Investment income

Income is recognised as interest accrues using the effective interest rate method (that is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial instruments to the net carrying amount of the financial asset).

Dividend income is recognised when the Group's right to receive payment has been established.

1.17. Property operating costs

Operating expenses, as well as service costs for service contracts identified with a specific property are expensed as incurred.

1.18. Finance costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the development or acquisition of a qualifying asset are capitalised as part of the cost of that asset until such time as the asset is ready for its intended use.

All other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

1.19. Segment reporting

The core business of the Group is property rental, which is reported into segments based on the nature and business functions of the tenants for JSE reporting purposes. A segment is a distinguishable component of the Group that is engaged either in providing services (business segment), or in providing services within a particular economic environment (geographical segment), which is subject to risks and returns that are different from those of other segments. Segments are identified per sector as commercial, industrial, retail and residential. Corporate segments expenses relate to head office expenditure and income. The Group secondary is based on geographical location and are determined based on the location of the properties, presented by province.

James Smith (Chief Financial Officer) acts as the Chief Operating Decision Maker for the Group when analysing the segments. The Group operates in the greater Gauteng area, the North West and Mpumalanga provinces.

The measurement policies the Group uses for segment reporting under IFRS 8 - Operating Segments are the same as those used in its financial statements, except corporate administrative expenses and investment and other income are not included in determining operating profit of the Operating Segments.

Segment results include revenue and expenses directly attributable to a segment and the relevant portion of Group revenue and expenses that can be allocated on a reasonable basis to a segment. Segmental assets comprise those assets that are directly attributable to the segment or can be allocated to the segment on a reasonable basis.

Operating segments have been aggregated per sector as similar characteristics are noted for the nature of the products and services being rent and recovery and the type or class of tenant occupying GLA.

1.20. Basic earnings per share and headline earnings per share

The Group presents basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) for its ordinary shares. Basic EPS is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to the ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the period. Diluted EPS is determined by adjusting the profit or loss attributable to ordinary shareholders and the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue for any dilutive effects. The presentation of headline earnings is not an IFRS requirement, but is required by the JSE Limited. The calculation of headline earnings is done in accordance with SAICA Circular 1/2023.

2. NEW STANDARDS AND INTERPRETATIONS

2.1. Standards and interpretations effective and adopted in the current year

At the date of approval of these annual financial statements, certain new accounting standards, amendments and interpretations to existing standards have been published but are not yet effective. The Group did not adopt any of these new standards and interpretations in the current year that had a material impact.

2.2. Standards and interpretations not yet effective

The Group has chosen not to early adopt the following standards and interpretations, which have been published and are mandatory for the company's accounting periods beginning on or after 01 July 2023 or later periods. These standards will be implemented in the applicable year for which they are mandatory.

There is unlikely to be a material impact on the future implementation of any of these standards.

Effective date:
Standard/Interpretation: Details of amendments Years beginningon or after Impact on the financialstatements
IFRS 18 –Presentationand Disclosurein FinancialStatements IFRS 18 was issued by the IASB on 9 April2024 and sets out requirements for thepresentation and disclosure of informationin general purpose financial statements tohelp ensure they provide relevant informationthat faithfully represents an entity's assets,liabilities, equity, income and expenses. 01 January 2027 Impact on groupsubsidiaries presentationand disclosure to beassessed.
IFRS 19 –Subsidiarieswithout PublicAccountability:Disclosures In May 2024 the IASB published IFRS 19which permits a subsidiary to provide reduceddisclosures when applying IFRS AccountingStandards in its financial statements. 01 January 2027 Impact on groupsubsidiaries presentationand disclosure to beassessed.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

3. INVESTMENT PROPERTY

3.1. Investment property

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Property acquisitions, capital expenditure and
tenant installations 757,406 895,013 229,594 313,728
Changes in fair value (Note 5) 213,494 200,572 67,206 81,957
Investment property at fair value (excludingstraight-lining) 970,900 1,095,585 296,800 395,685
Operating lease assets (Note 4) (42,023) (36,743) (5,175) (3,859)
Investment property at fair value (includingstraight-lining) 928,877 1,058,842 291,625 391,826
Reconciliation of investment property at fairvalue
Investment property at 1 July 1,095,585 985,375 395,685 284,100
Transfer to investment property held for sale (note3.3) (146,200) - (87,000) -
Acquisition and development cost of investment
property 626 3,106 - 254
Disposals (134) - (134) -
Transfer from held under development (note3.2) - 126,685 - 126,685
Change in fair value (Note 5) 21 023 (19,581) (11,751) (15,354)
Investment property at fair value (excludingstraight-lining) at 30 June 970,900 1,095,585 296,800 395,685

Investment property held as security

Investment property held as security over the loan liabilities in note 18 are as follows:

Erf 27 and 28, Corridor Hill, Mpumalanga to the value of R46,200,000 (2023: R51,200,000);

Erf 8 839, Secunda, Ext 60, Mpumalanga to the value of R133,200,000 (2023: R128,700,000); and

Section 1 of 55 Oakhurst, Portion 1 and 2 of Erf 915 Parktown to the value of R77,000,000 (2023: 75,000,000).

Exclusive use area of Scheme 159, Portion R8 and R9; Scheme 640 Portion R3, R4 and R5; Sectional Title Unit 159, Portion 6 and 8; Sectional Title Unit 83, Portion 1 and 2 and Sectional Title Unit 816, Portion 14 of SS Summit Place to the value of R538,500,000 (2023: R510,000,000).

50% undivided share in Portion 111 of the Farm Mamelodi 608 (Known as Mamelodi Square), Registration Division J.R. Gauteng to the value of R115,300,000 (2023: R 83 562 000).

3.2. Investment property - held under development

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Stated at fair value
Property acquisitions, capital expenditure andtenant installations - - - -
Changes in fair value (note 5) - - - -
Net investment property at 30 June - - - -
Movement for the year
Investment property held for development at 1
July - 82,730 - 82,730
Capital expenditure and tenant installations - 37,472 - 37,472
Borrowing cost capitalised - 6,483 - 6,483
Transfer to investment property (note 3.1) - (126,685) - (126,685)
Investment property at fair value (excludingstraight-lining) - - - -

The capitalisation rate of the cost capitalised for the 2023 financial year was linked to prime.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

3.3. Investment property - held for sale

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Stated at fair value 64,350
Property acquisitions, capitalexpenditure and tenant installations - 31,496 -
Changes in fair value 73,750 - 52,504 -
Net investment property at 30 June 138,100 - 84,000 -
Movement for the year
Investment property held fordevelopment at 1 July - - - -
Transfer from investment property(note 3.1) 146,200 38,152 87,000 38,152
Change in fair value (note 5) (8,100) (10,040) (3,000) (10,040)
Disposals (excluding operatinglease asset) - (28,112) - (28,112)
Investment property at fair value(excluding straight-lining) 138,100 - 84,000 -

Movement for the year

In 2023, Mamelodi Square was held under development. Construction was completed on 3 November 2022 and the fair value of the property was subsequently transferred from investment property held under development to investment property. McCormick Development Company holds 50% undivided share of the property.

The title deed for Nancefield transferred on 30 June 2023 for the amount of R7,6 million received on the 3rd of July 2023. Soshanguve was sold on 16 September 2022 for R14 million. Both properties were sold at fair value.

The Board assessed the property yields of Bank City, Summit Place – G2, Lea Glen, Putcoton and Menlyn Villas and identified these properties as non-core properties. The group is committed to sell based on the resolutions passed during the year. The properties are actively marketed and is expected to sell within one year, therefore it has been re-classified as held for sale as at 30 June 2024.

Fair value measurement

Refer to note 5 for fair value measurement.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

4. OPERATING LEASE ASSET

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Movement for the year
Balance at 1 July 36,743 32,151 3,859 3,210
Income/ (loss) recognised during the year 5,280 4,592 1,316 649
Balance at 30 June 42,023 36,743 5,175 3,859
Reflected on the statement of financial positionunder:
Non-current assets 42,023 36,743 5,175 3,859
42,023 36,743 5,175 3,859

Future minimum lease payments have been set out in Note 31.

5. FAIR VALUE INFORMATION

Investment properties

All investment properties are valued externally once a year by Spectrum Valuations and Asset Solutions (Pty) Ltd, a sworn independent appraiser, registered with the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession. Spectrum Valuations and Asset Solutions (Pty) Ltd is a member of SAPOA and SACSC with over 12 years of experience within the valuation of South African property market.

The valuations stated are in line with the director's valuations of the same properties.

Movement in unrealised gains and losses of fair value have been recognised in fair value adjustment in profit or loss.

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Fair value adjustment increase/(decrease) 20,476 (30,173) (16,068) (32,547)

The reconciliation of these properties is presented in note 3.

The fair values of land for development were determined using the comparable sales method – a level 3 fair value measurement in terms of the fair value hierarchy, which involves the use of recent comparable transactions as a basis for the valuation. The comparable sales method includes unobservable bulk rates for undeveloped land. The land has been identified as a Special Development Zone.

Bulk rates for land for development comparables varied from 0.99 to 2.42 (2023: 1.2 to 3.08). Based on the comparables, considering the property's size, and historic data, the valuers applied a market (or bulk) selling rate of R7,889 (2023: R4,100) per m² to the developable land.

The fair value of commercial, industrial, residential and retail properties is estimated using the net income capitalisation method of valuation – a level 3 fair value measurement in terms of the fair value hierarchy. This method determines the net normalised annual rental income of the property, assuming the property is fully let at market related rentals, and market escalations, with an allowance made for vacancies (where applicable). Market related property operating expenses are deducted, resulting in a net annual income which is then capitalised at a market related rate. The capitalisation rate is determined from the market (i.e. the rate at which similar assets have traded recently). The current occupation of the Group's portfolio is regarded as the "highest and best use" for the property and therefore valued as is.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

5. FAIR VALUE INFORMATION (CONTINUED)

Refer to page 80 to 81 for the average gross rental per m2 . The estimated rental stream takes into account:

  • Actual intended use of the property;
  • Location and exposure of the property;
  • Demand for industrial, commercial, retail and residential space;
  • Market net rental and market net rental growth;
  • Occupancy rates; and
  • Vacancy period.

The capitalisation rate is generally influenced by:

  • Rates of return of similar properties;
  • Risk;
  • Obsolescence;
  • Inflation;
  • Market rental growth rates;
  • Location and exposure of the property;
  • Rates of return on other investments; and
  • Mortgage rates.

The market net rental per m2 included in the valuations were as follows:

2024 2023
Market net rental per segment- Rand per m2 From To From To
Industrial 21 51 26 75
Retail 83 152 74 117
Commercial 89 185 103 285
Residential 100 123 91 91

The capitalisation rates included in the valuations were as follows:

20242023
Capitalisation rates per segment From To From To
Industrial 9.50% 12.00% 9.75 % 10.90 %
Retail 9.00% 9.50% 9.00 % 9.50 %
Commercial 8.50% 10.75% 8.50 % 10.50 %
Residential 8.00% 8.00% 7.50 % 7.50 %
2024
Vacancy rates per segment From To
Industrial 3.00% 5.00%
Retail 2.00% 5.00%
Commercial 5.00% 7.00%
Residential 3.00% 3.00%

Sensitivity analysis

The estimated fair value increases if the estimated rental increases, vacancy levels decline or if market yields and capitalisation rates decline. In contrary to this, the estimated fair value decreases if the estimated rental decreases, vacancy levels increase or if market yields and capitalisation rates increases.

The most significant inputs, which are unobservable, are the capitalisation rates based on equivalent yield rates, the market net rental growth and bulk rates for undeveloped land. The sensitivity analysis has therefore been based on a variance in these inputs. Management view is that a sensitivity variance of 0.25% is appropriate based on experience and current market conditions. The analysis has been prepared on the assumption that all other variables remain constant. The range of market rental rates applied to the portfolio are dependent on the risk profile of each portfolio asset.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

5. FAIR VALUE INFORMATION (CONTINUED)

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Sensitivity measurement and effect of change inmarket net rental per m2
Effect on fair value amount of a 0.25% increase inmarket net rental per m2 21,677 21,668 12,093 12,864
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 0.25%increase in market net rental per m2 1.95% 1.98% 3.18% 3.25%
Effect on fair value amount of a 0.25% decreasein market net rental per m2 (18,052) (15,276) (9,660) (7,718)
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 0.25%decrease in market net rental per m2 (1.63%) (1.39%) (2.54%) (1.95%)
Sensitivity measurement and effect of change incapitalisation rates
Effect on fair value amount of a 0.25% increase incapitalisation rates (50,320) (51,579) (9,812) (9,356)
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 0.25%increase in capitalisation rates (4.72%) (4.71%) (2.58%) (2.36%)
Effect on fair value amount of a 0.25% decreasein capitalisation rates 30,068 28,536 10,349 9,859
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 0.25%decrease in capitalisation rates 2.82% 2.60 % 2.72% 2.49%
Sensitivity measurement and effect of change invacancy rates
Effect on fair value amount of a 2.00% increasein vacancy rates (14,315) - (10,409) -
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 2.00%increase in vacancy rates (6.76%) - (7.04%) -
Effect on fair value amount of a 2.00% decreasein vacancy rates 14,315 - 10,409 -
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 2.00%decrease in vacancy rates 6.76% - 7.04% -
Sensitivity measurement and effect of changein bulk rates on undeveloped land
Effect on fair value amount of a 0.25% increasein bulk rates 10,950 6,212 - -
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 0.25%increase in bulk rates 25% 25.00% - -
Effect on fair value amount of a 0.25% decreasein bulk rates (10,950) (6,212) - -
Effect on fair value as a percentage of a 0.25%decrease in bulk rates (25.00%) (25.00) % - -

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

6. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

GROUP 2024 2023
R'000 R'000
Cost Accumulateddepreciation Carryingvalue Cost AccumulatedDepreciation Carryingvalue
Furniture and fittings 876 (556) 320 866 (270) 596
Motor vehicles 147 (147) - 147 (147) -
Office equipment 594 (485) 109 594 (399) 195
Computer equipment 492 (300) 192 314 (286) 28
Solar equipment 652 (69) 583 652 (3) 649
Total 2,761 (1,557) 1,204 2,573 (1,105) 1,468
COMPANY 2024
R'000 R'000
Cost Accumulateddepreciation Carryingvalue Cost AccumulatedDepreciation Carryingvalue
Furniture and fittings 876 (556) 320 530 (208) 322
Motor vehicles 147 (147) - 147 (147) -
Office equipment 594 (485) 109 594 (399) 195
Computer equipment 492 (300) 192 314 (286) 28
Solar equipment 652 (69) 583 652 (3) 649
Total 2,761 (1,557) 1,204 2,237 (1,043) 1,194

Reconciliation of property, plant and equipment - Group - 2024

Opening balanceR'000 AdditionsR'000 DepreciationR'000 TotalR'000
Furniture and fittings 596 9 (285) 320
Office equipment 195 - (86) 109
Computer equipment 28 178 (14) 192
Solar equipment 649 - (66) 583
1,468 187 (451) 1,204

Reconciliation of property, plant and equipment - Group - 2023

Opening balanceR'000 AdditionsR'000 DepreciationR'000 TotalR'000
Furniture and fittings 610 53 (67) 596
Office equipment 251 28 (84) 195
Computer equipment 35 35 (42) 28
Solar equipment - 652 (3) 649
896 768 (196) 1,468

Reconciliation of property, plant and equipment - Company - 2024

Opening balanceR'000 AdditionsR'000 DepreciationR'000 TotalR'000
Furniture and fittings 322 10 (12) 320
Office equipment 195 - (86) 109
Computer equipment 28 178 (14) 192
Solar equipment 649 - (66) 583
1,194 188 (178) 1,204

Reconciliation of property, plant and equipment - Company - 2023 Opening balance R'000 Additions R'000 Depreciation R'000

622 768 (196) 1,194
Solar equipment - 652 (3) 649
Computer equipment 35 35 (42) 28
Office equipment 251 28 (84) 195
Furniture and fittings 336 53 (67) 322

The carrying amounts of plant and equipment is equal to the fair value of the assets.

There were no plant and equipment pledged as security for the year under review.

201 Integrated Annual Report 2024

Total R'000

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

7. INVESTMENTS IN SUBSIDIARIES

The following table lists the entities which are controlled by the Group, either directly or indirectly through subsidiaries.

Name of company Nature ofbusiness Carrying amountIssuedof loan owing byshare% Holding andCarrying amountsubsidiarycapital% Votingin the company(Note 8)
2024 2023 2024 2023 2024 2023
HELD BY PUTPROP LTD - -
Secunda Value Mart (Pty) Ltd Retail centre 1,000 100.00 100.00 5,942 5,942 22,181 21,031
Pilot Peridot Investments 1(Pty) Ltd Mixed usecommercial 100,000 85.27 73.24 18,172 18,172 158,875 149,664
Corridor Hill Properties (Pty) Ltd Retail centre 500 100.00 100.00 4,317 4,317 14,650 12,150
Baraville (Pty) Ltd Dormant 2,000 100.00 100.00 - - ^ ^
Edenvale Bus Service (Pty) Ltd Dormant 1,000 100.00 100.00 - - ^ ^
Namasota (Pty) Ltd Dormant 1,000 100.00 100.00 - - ^ ^
Putfield (Pty) Ltd Dormant 1,000 100.00 100.00 - - ^ ^
28,431 28,431 195,706 182,845
HELD BY PILOT PERIDOTINVESTMENTS 1(PTY) LTDMenlyn Villas Properties (Pty) Ltd Residential 100 100.00 100.00
^ Less than R1 000

Putprop Limited acquired an additional 12.03% shareholding in Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd (Pilot) through the buyout of 12,030 shares and cession of loans from minority shareholders, T Switala, P Rude and G Irons for a total purchase price of R6,143,584. Pilot's sole asset is a 50% undivided share in Summit Place, a mixed-use retail and commercial development in the Menlyn, Pretoria with a gross lettable area ("GLA") of 30,423 square meters. Refer to note 17 for the non-controlling interest.

All subsidiaries are incorporated in South Africa and all operations are in South Africa.

Goodwill has been fully impaired.

No shares in subsidiaries have been pledged as security. There are no restrictions to the group in respect of the ability to access assets and liabilities of the subsidiaries.

The investments held in subsidiaries are tested for indicators of impairment annually. The fair value of investment property, net asset values, forecasted cashflows and profitability of each subsidiary is considered and for any indicators of impairment. Based on these evaluations, the group concluded that the carrying amount of its investment in subsidiary exceeds its recoverable amount. The net asset value approximates the fair value of the subsidiaries and therefore no impairment was raised.

Refer to Note 8 for details on the impairment in loans owing by subsidiary.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

8. LOANS TO SUBSIDIARIES

Secunda Value Pilot PeridotInvestments 1 Corridor Hill
Company - 2024 Mart (Pty) Ltd (Pty) Ltd Properties (Pty) Ltd Total
Loan 1 21,301 133,056 18,845 173,202
Loan 2 1,988 3,000 - 4,988
Loan 3 - 23,942 - 23,942
Gross loan amount 23,289 159,998 18,845 202,132
Expected credit loss (1,108) (1,123) (4,195) (6,426)
Carrying value 22,181 158,875 14,650 195,706
Company - 2023 Secunda ValueMart (Pty) Ltd Pilot PeridotInvestments 1(Pty) Ltd Corridor HillProperties (Pty) Ltd Total
Loan 1 21,301 126,912 12,150 160,363
Loan 2 838 3,000 - 3,838
Loan 3 - 20,875 - 20,875
Gross loan amount 22,139 150,787 12,150 185,076
Expected credit loss (1,108) (1,123) - (2,231)
Carrying value 21,031 149,664 12,150 182,845
Split between non-current andcurrent portions 2024 2023
Non-current assets - - - 182,845
Current assets - - 195,706 -
- - 195,706 182,845

The total of loans to subsidiaries are financial assets at amortised cost. Investments in subsidiaries have been disclosed in note 7.

Prior year loans were reorganised for disclosure purposes.

Loan 3 in Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd are unsecured, bear interest at prime plus 2% per annum with no fixed terms of repayment. In 2023, a 12-month notice was required.

All other loans are unsecured, interest free with no fixed terms of repayment. In 2023, a 12-month notice was required.

Loans granted consist of loans made to related party entities. The credit risks around these related parties have been assessed by management based on the related party's ability to discharge its obligation of the settlement of the loan. The credit risk of these transactional loans is low considering, inter alia, that the subsidiaries property value and rental yield are expected to remain at or above current levels. The net asset value of each subsidiary is sufficient to cover the value of its loan and therefore management considers the loans recoverable.

An assessment was done based on stage 1: 12-month expected credit loss. All available forward-looking information, including estimates of economic growth, the expected value of the investment properties and forecast revenue, profitability liquidity and solvency, were considered to evaluate the risk of credit loss at reporting date, which indicated a low risk of default. Based on the assessment no additional expected credit losses were recognised in the current year.

Reconciliation of expected credit loss

The following table shows the movement in the 12-month expected credit losses:

COMPANY
2024 2023
R'000 R'000
Opening balance (2,231) (2,231)
Increase in 12-month expected credit loss (4,195) -
Closing balance (6,426) (2,231)

In the prior year, the loan to Corridor Hill reflected net of impairment. The group considered the impairment of the loan to Corridor Hill to be immaterial.

Fair value of group loans receivable

The fair value of group loans receivable approximates their carrying amounts. The effect of discounting the carrying value of loans is not considered to be material to the company.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

9. JOINT OPERATIONS

Company Nature of business % Ownershipinterest2024 % Ownershipinterest2023
Corridor Hill Retail centre 50 50
Mamelodi Square Retail centre 50 50
Summit Place Retail centre 50 50

All joint operations operate in South Africa.

The Corridor Hill property is classified as a joint operation. As per the co-ownership agreement between Corridor Hill Properties (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Putprop Ltd, and Bidvest Properties (Pty) Ltd each party has a 50% contractual share in the underlying asset and liabilities, and it is therefore classified as a joint operation with effective date from May 2015.

Mamelodi Square is classified as a joint operation. As per the co-ownership agreement between Putprop Limited and McCormick Property Development (Pty) Ltd each party has a 50% contractual share in the underlying asset and liabilities, and it is, therefore, classified as a joint operation with effective date from April 2019.

Summit Place is classified as a joint operation in Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Putprop Ltd. As per the co-ownership agreement between Pilot Peridot and Emira Property Fund Limited, each party has a 50% contractual share in the underlying asset and liabilities and it is, therefore classified as a joint operation effective from 20 July 2015.

10. INVESTMENT IN ASSOCIATE

Name of company Nature ofbusiness % Ownershipinterest Group carryingamount Company carryingamount
2024 2023 2024 2023 2024 2023
Belle Isle Investments(Pty) Ltd Mixed useretail/commercial 18.175 18.175 27,140 14,715 47 47

The associate is incorporated in South Africa and all operations are in South Africa.

The IAS 28 requirements for significant influence were assessed and it was concluded that:

  • Voting rights are attached to the ordinary shares in issue. Putprop has 18.175% voting rights.
  • Putprop has board representation on the board. The CFO of Putprop is also the Chairman of Belle Isle's Board.
  • Putprop will be participating in the financial and operating policy decisions, however, will not control them.

After taking the above into consideration, it was concluded that Putprop does exercise significant influence over Belle Isle Investments (Pty) Ltd.

The investment is equity accounted. Belle Isle Investments has a February year end. The financial information included in this consolidation is based on annual audited figures for the latest February year end, adjusted for the period which falls outside the Group's financial period, as well as the unaudited management accounts for the four months ended 30 June. The February year end is not aligned with that of the Group as Putprop is unable to control the shareholder or Board decisions to change the year end.

The investment in Belle Isle Investments (Pty) Ltd was tested for impairments at reporting date. The net asset value of the investment is assessed to determine whether there is any indication that it may have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the investment is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss. No indicators of impairment were present and the value of the investment can be recovered through distributable profits of the associate.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

10. INVESTMENT IN ASSOCIATE (CONTINUED)

SUMMARISED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

2024 2023
R'000 R'000
Revenue 47,622 39,156
Profit after tax from continuing operations 85,980 12,767
Total comprehensive income 85,980 12,767
Preference dividend declared (17,618) (12,002)
Total comprehensive distributable to shareholders 68,362 765

SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

2024 2023
R'000 R'000
ASSETS
Non-current 511,370 441,727
Current 25,610 26,883
Total assets 536,980 468,610
LIABILITIES
Non-current 140,379 154,173
Current 18,011 4,209
Total liabilities 158,390 158,382
Net asset value 378,590 310,228
Less: Cumulative redeemable preference shares (229,265) (229,265)
Total net assets 149,325 80,963
Putprop's share in Net asset Value 27,140 14,715

Reconciliation of net assets to equity accounted investments in associates

2024 2023
R'000 R'000
Interest in associate at percentage ownership 27,140 14,715
Investment in associate at carrying amount 27,140 14,715
Investment at beginning of period 14,715 14,576
Share of profits for the year 12,425 139
Balance at the end of the year 27,140 14,715

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

11. CUMULATIVE, REDEEMABLE PREFERENCE SHARES

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Preference shares -Belle Isle Investments (Pty) Ltd 55,487 55,084 55,487 55,084

The terms of the preference shares are cumulative at a 7.2% coupon rate, redeemable at the option of Belle Isle Investments (Pty) Ltd and with no fixed date of redemption. The preference dividend holders do not have any voting rights and does not in substance qualify as ordinary shares. In the current year, the group received an cash preference dividend payout of R3,563,696 (2023: R4,002,458).

Credit risk was assessed for any possible impairment. The Group determined that the net asset value of Belle Isle exceeds investment and is sufficient to cover the value of the preference shares. All available forward-looking information, including estimates of economic growth, the expected value of the investment property and the forecasted revenue, solvency and liquidity were considered and indicated no risk of default. Loss allowance is based on stage 1, a 12-month expected credit loss on exposures where the credit risk has not significantly increased since origination. The value is considered to be recoverable and no loss allowance was recognised based on the forecast performance of the associate and the net asset value of the associate exceeding the value of the preference.

Fair value of cumulative, redeemable preference shares

The fair value of cumulative, redeemable preference shares approximates its carrying amount as the current coupon rate is still considered to be within market related range.

12. DEFERRED TAX

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023* 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
DEFERRED TAX LIABILITY
Section 13quin allowances (50,864) (48,209) 4,317 -
Fair value adjustments (33,613) (28,444) (13,437) (16,869)
Operating lease rental income adjustment (11,346) (9,777) (1,397) (898)
Prepaid expenses (23) - (23)
Total deferred tax liability (95,823) (86,453) 10,517 (17,790)
DEFERRED TAX ASSET
Investment property - 6,029 - 6,029
Credit loss allowances 720 975 608 620
Provisions 311 200 230 186
Tenant deposits 1,050 782 561 243
Other temporary differences (85) 75 (85) -
Deferred tax balance from temporary differencesother than unused tax losses 1,996 8,061 1,314 7,078
Tax losses available for set off against futuretaxable income 48,894 43,171 - -
Total deferred tax asset 50,890 51,232 1,314 7,078

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

12. DEFERRED TAX (CONTINUED)

The deferred tax asset and deferred tax liability relate to income tax in the same jurisdiction and allows for net settlement. Therefore, at company level, they have been offset in the statement of financial position.

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023* 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Deferred tax liability (95,823) (86,453) (10,517) (17,790)
Deferred tax asset 50,890 51,232 1,314 7,078
Total net deferred tax (liability)/ asset (44,933) (35,221) (9,204) (10,713)
Reconciliation of deferredtax asset / (liability)
At beginning of year (35,221) (51,086) (10,713) (27,020)
Rate change - - - -
Increases /(decrease) in tax loss available for setoff against future taxable income 5,720 4,029 -
Movement in originating and reversingtemporary differences on: -
Section 13quin allowance (8,683) (6,067) (1,712) -
Fair value adjustments (5,168) 16,511 3,432 15,812
Operating lease rental income adjustment (1,377) (1,096) (307) (31)
Investment property - - - -
Other temporary differences (11) (36) 288 (10)
Prior year (under)/over provision (193) 2,524 (192) 536
(44,933) (35,221) (9,204) (10,713)

13. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS:
Rent receivables 5,183 6,859 628 1,389
Rent receivables - related party 3,778 11,273 3,778 11,273
Accrued income 1,703 2,071 18 60
Loss allowance (731) (2,361) (34) (107)
Rent receivables at amortised cost 9,933 17,842 4,390 12,615
Deposits 1,896 5,689 637 1,261
Loan receivables - 2,460 - -
Proceeds on sale of investment property - 7,600 - 7,600
Other receivables 2,230 4,634 1,733 4,232
NON-FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS:
VAT - 2,472 - 1,029
Prepayments 995 468 316 264
Total trade and other receivables 15,054 41,165 7,076 27,001

Financial instrument and non-financial instrument components of trade and other receivables

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
At amortised cost 14,059 38,225 6,760 25,708
Non-financial instruments 995 2,940 316 1,293
15,054 41,165 7,076 27,001

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

13. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES (CONTINUED)

Exposure to credit risk

Management has established a credit policy in terms of which each new tenant is analysed individually for credit worthiness before the Group's standard payment terms and conditions are offered which include in most cases, the provision of a deposit of at least one month's rental. The Group monitors the financial position of its tenants on an ongoing basis. Details of the Groups credit risk management practices are included in accounting policy note 1.10.

Management assessed the credit risk for the rent receivables of a related party for which an acknowledgement of debt has been signed. The assessment included considering the economic conditions during the period over which the historical data of the past three years collected, current conditions and the Group's view of future economic conditions and its effect on tenant's forecasts return and their ability to pay their debt and taking into consideration the pressure facing smaller tenants and the possible increase in probability of default. After this assessment, management concluded the amount to be fully recoverable; and no loss allowance was raised in this regard.

Rent receivables comprise of a relatively small tenant base, the majority of whom are national tenants. One of the Group's tenants accounted for 12.08% (2023: 16.43%) of total rental receivables at year end, resulting in a concentration of credit risk. Of the amounts owing by this tenant, an acknowledgement of debt has been signed for R3,8 million (2023: R11,2 million). Aside from this tenant there are no other significant concentration of credit risk within the Group's tenant base.

The rent receivable from a related party relates to Larimar Properties (Pty) Ltd. An acknowledgement of debt has been signed. The Group considered this as well the regular receipt of payment after year-end, forecasted performance and new contracts entered into by the related party as part of the credit risk assessment. Based on these considerations the credit risk reduced and management considered that no increase in the credit loss allowance was required.

At 30 June 2024 the total rent receivables written off as bad debts were R1,87 million (2023: nil). Refer to note 22.

Accrued income is rates and electricity recoveries that has not yet been invoiced.

Deposits paid to suppliers are mainly deposits with municipalities. These have also been assessed for credit risk based on past events and forward-looking information such as forecasted returns. No impact has been identified and the potential that there would be credit losses in the foreseeable future is considered low.

In 2023, loan receivables of R2,460 million related to rent receivable amounts that have been agreed to be converted to a loan and be repaid over 12 months at an interest rate of prime plus 2%. Credit risk has been assessed on these loans considering the current and forecast financial position of the counterparty and the payment history of the loan. There Group concluded that the legal collection of process of the outstanding debts have been exhausted and that the amount is likely not recoverable and was included in the write-off amount of bad debt.

On 3 July 2023, R7,6 million which was receivable for the proceeds from the sale of investment properties was received. Refer to note 3 regarding the sale of the Nancefield property.

The credit risk on other receivables is not considered material based on the nature of the receivable and the value.

The Group measures the loss allowance for trade receivables by applying the simplified approach which is prescribed by IFRS 9. In accordance with this approach, the loss allowance on trade receivables is determined as the lifetime expected credit losses on trade receivables. The Group makes use of a provision matrix as a practical expedient to the determination of expected credit losses on trade receivables. To measure expected credit losses on a collective basis, trade receivables are grouped based on similar credit risk and ageing. The expected loss rates are based on the Group's historical credit losses experienced in past 2 years and are reassessed at each reporting date. In considering past default events, consideration is made to the continuous rise of inflation rates, the probability of future rental, payment history and collateral held in the form of deposits and historical legal proceedings. The historical loss rates are then adjusted for current and forward-looking information on macroeconomic factors affecting the Group's customers, the sectors in which they operate, post year-end collections as well as potential changes in the trade receivable risk profiles. This will result in an adjusted provision matrix for each internal credit grade and then accumulated to calculate the impairment allowance. The Group has identified the gross domestic product (GDP), unemployment rate and inflation rate as the key macroeconomic factors.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

13. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES (CONTINUED)

Trade receivables is written off to profit and loss when internal and initial legal collection processes have been exhausted and a judgment is made that the amount is likely not recoverable.

The loss allowance provision on rent receivables is determined as follows:

GROUP 2024 2024 2023 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Expected credit loss rate: Estimated grosscarrying amountat default Loss allowance(Lifetimeexpectedcredit loss) Estimated grosscarrying amountat default Loss allowance(Lifetimeexpectedcredit loss)
Current: 1.00% (2023: 1.00%) 2,200 (14) 2,439 (24)
More than 30 days past due:5.00% (2023: 4.00%) 1,258 (32) 1,294 (80)
More than 60 days past due:10.00% (2023: 10.00%) 703 (9) 799 (80)
More than 90 days past due:45.00% (2023: 45.00%) 369 (24) 271 (121)
More than 120 days past due:100.00% (2023: 100.00%) 653 (652) 2,056 (2,056)
Total 5,183 (731) 6,859 (2,361)
COMPANY 2024R'000 2024R'000 2023R'000 2023R'000
Expected credit loss rate: Estimatedgross carryingamount atdefault Loss allowance(Lifetimeexpected creditloss) Estimatedgross carryingamount atdefault Loss allowance(Lifetimeexpected creditloss)
Current: 1.00% (2023: 0.00%)More than 30 days past due:5.00% (2023: 5.00%) 5668 (2)- 757213 (8)(3)
More than 60 days past due:10.00% (2023: 15.00%) 24 (2) 256 (15)
More than 90 days past due:45.00% (2023: 100.00%) - - 149 (67)
More than 120 days past due:100.00% (2023: 100.00%) 30 (30) 14 (14)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

13. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES (CONTINUED)

Reconciliation of loss allowances

The following table shows the movement in the loss allowance (lifetime expected credit losses) for rent receivables:

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Opening balance (2,361) (3,549) (3,504) (609)
Change in control (note 17) - - - -
Provisions reversed on settled trade receivables 104 3,549 3,470 609
Written off as bad debt 1,526 -
Provisions raised on new rent receivables - (2,361) - (3,504)
Closing balance (731) (2,361) (34) (3,504)

Loss allowance on trade and other receivables decreased during the current period under review, as a matter of prudence and due to the weak general economic conditions it was concluded that recovery of these amounts will not be possible and instead it was written off as bad debts.

ECLs and receivables written off as bad debt have been included in corporate and other expenses in profit and loss to the annual financial statements.

Fair value of trade and other receivables

The fair value of trade and other receivables approximates their carrying amounts due to the short-term nature thereof.

14. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Cash and cash equivalents consist of:
Cash on hand 17,640 18,558 6,890 9,416
Bank overdraft - (1,092) - (1,092)
17,640 17,466 6,890 8,324
Current assets 17,640 18,558 6,890 9,416
Current liabilities - (1,092) - (1,092)
17,640 17,466 6,890 8,324

Cash held at banks earns interest at prevailing market rates.

Putprop Limited has an overdraft facility of R25 million. This facility is available to Putprop Limited on an unsecured basis. A significant portion of bank balances are with Absa Group Limited, which has a Moody's credit rating of Ba2 (2023: BB-). Credit risk was considered and no credit loss allowance was considered to be required due to the amounts being held at reputable banking institutions with high credit risk quality.

Fair value of cash and cash equivalents

The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents approximate their fair value due to the short-term nature thereof.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

15. SHARE CAPITAL

GROUP COMPANY
2024R'000 2023R'000 2024R'000 2023R'000
AUTHORISED500 000 000 shares of no par valueReconciliation of number of shares issued:
Reported as at 01 July and 30 JuneISSUED 42,405,133 42,409,181 42,405,133 42,409,181
42 405 133 (2023: 42 409 181) shares of no parvalue 93,477 93,490 93,477 93,490

The ordinary shares have 1 vote in respect of each share at any meeting of the shareholders of the holding company, the right to receive a dividend if declared, and the right to participate in the capital surplus on the winding up of the holding company. On 28 June 2024, 4,048 ordinary shares were withdrawn in terms of the repurchase as a result of the odd-lot offer at a 5% premium.

16. DIVIDENDS DECLARED

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
ORDINARY
Final Dividend 2023: 7 cents (2023:4.25 cents) 2,968 2,545 2,968 2,545
Interim dividend 2024: 6 cents (2023: 6 cents) 2,545 1,802 2,545 1,802
5,513 4,347 5,513 4,347
Total cents per share distributed 13 10.25 13 10.25

A Final dividend of 8.5 cents per ordinary share were declared by the Board on 28 August 2024

17. NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST

The information is before intercompany eliminations with other companies in the Group.

2024R'000Pilot Peridot One 2023*R'000Pilot Peridot One
Total non-controlling interest 20,587 14,200
The non-controlling interest of the group represents 85.27% (2023: 73.24%) ofthe net asset value of Pilot Peridot Investments 1 who has a 50% co-ownershipagreement with Emira Property Fund in the property Summit Place situated inMenlyn at 30 June 2024.
During the 2024 financial period, Putprop acquired an additional 12.03% in PilotPeridot One which increased Putprop's shareholding to 85.27% (2023: 73.24%).
Effect on equity attributable to Putprop due to the additional shareholding:
Amount paid for the additional shareholding 6,144 -
Amount adjusted in non-controlling interest 638 -
Non-controlling interest after the additional shareholding (12.03%) 20,587 -
The Putprop Group has elected to measure the non-controlling interest at theirproportionate share as stated in the accounting policies in note 1.4
Effective interest 85.27% 73.24%

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

17. NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST (CONTINUED)

Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd is incorporated in South Africa. It operates within South Africa and derives income from letting of commercial property.

The following table shows the summarised statement of financial position as at 30 June 2024 and the summarised statement of profit and loss and other comprehensive income for the period ending 30 June 2024:

SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 2024R'000 2023*R'000
Non-current assets 494,912 530 403
Net investment property 468,793 490 510
Gross investment property 494,700 510 000
Operating lease asset (25,907) (19 490)
Other non-current assets 26,119 39 893
Current assets 59,463 14 811
Trade and other receivables 5,815 12 423
Cash and cash equivalents 9,848 2 388
Investment property held for sale 43,800 -
Non-current liabilities 14,340 469 548
Deferred taxation 14,340 -
Loan liabilities - 469 548
Current liabilities 480,383 8 782
Trade and Other payables 7,787 2 632
Taxation payable - -
Loan liabilities 472,596 6 150
Net assets 59,463 66 885
Net assets attributable to non-controlling interest 20,425 13,958
2024R'000 2023*R'000
SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS AND
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Property rental revenue 50,398 46,474
Property expenses (19,238) (20,188)
Corporate expenses (5,659) (2,126)
Expected credit losses 1,328 621
Investment and other income 1,198 1,399
Finance costs (35,208) (28,364)
Fair value adjustments 34,401 (9,141)
Taxation (6,283) 1,890
Profit and total comprehensive income 20,937 (9,435)
Net profit attributable to non-controlling interest 6,258 (2,153)
Net profit and total comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interest 6,258 (2,153)

Menlyn Villas Properties (Pty) Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pilot Peridot and is incorporated in South Africa. Menlyn Villas operates in South Africa and derives income through letting of residential property.

The following table shows the Summarised Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2024 and the Summarised Statement of Profit and Loss and Other Comprehensive Income for the period ending 30 June 2024:

The information is before intercompany eliminations with other companies in the Group.

* - Restated

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

17. NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST (CONTINUED)

2024 2023
R'000 R'000
Menlyn Villas Menlyn Villas
Effective interest 85.27% 73.24%
Non-current assets 800 10,934
Net investment property - 10,000
Gross investment property - 10,000
Investment in subsidiary - 1
Other non-current assets 800 934
Current assets 10,774 124
Trade and other receivables 259 85
Taxation receivable - 18
Cash and cash equivalents 215 21
Investment property held for sale 10,300 -
Non-current liabilities 10,120 10,040
Deferred taxation 272 192
Loan liabilities 9,848 9 848
Current liabilities 186 115
Trade and other payables 186 85
Current tax payable - 30
Loan liabilities - -
Net assets 1,353 903
Net assets attributable to non-controlling interest 199 215
2024 2023
R'000 R'000
Menlyn Villas Menlyn Villas
SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS AND OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Property rental revenue 758 810
Operating cost recoveries 84 134
Property expenses (281) (369)
Corporate expenses (104) (95)
Expected credit losses (123) (40)
Investment and other income 7 37
Finance costs (11) -
Fair value adjustments 300 1 280
Taxation (221) (368)
Profit and total comprehensive income 409 1 389
Net profit attributable to non-controlling interest 129 371
Net profit and total comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interest 129 371

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

18. LOAN LIABILITIES

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
INTEREST-BEARING BORROWINGS AT AMORTISED COST
Nedbank Limited - 1001738252The loan is repayable in quaterly instalments of R3,431,000(2023: R683,272 monthly). Interest rate charged is JIBAR plus2,97% per annum. A balloon payment is due on 30 August 2024.The bond is secured by investment property as per note 3. 32,518 46,963 32,518 46,963
Nedbank Limited - 30150755
The loan is repayable in monthly instalments of R522,518(2023: R492,942). The interest rate is fixed at a rate of 10.93%per annum. A balloon payment of R13 million is due on 11August 2025. The bond is secured by investment property asper note 3. 18,632 22,574 - -
Nedbank Limited - 30151232
The loan is repayable in monthly instalments of R57,426 (2023:R54,722). The interest rate is fixed at a rate of prime less 1% perannum. There is no balloon payment on this loan and expires on30 October 2025.This loan is secured over investment propertyas per note 3. 852 1,417 - -
Nedbank Limited - 30151238
The loan is repayable in monthly instalments of R390,595(2023: R387,917). The interest rate is fixed at a rate of primeless 1% per annum. There is no balloon payment on thisloan and expires on 10 April 2026. This loan is secured byinvestment property as per note 3. 7,766 11,406 - -
Standard Bank Limited
The loan bears interest at prime rate less 1% and the monthlyinstalments consists of the interest accrued for the monthand a capital settlement of R153,825 (2023: R195,244). A finalballoon settlement is due on 30 April 2026. The loan is securedby investment property as per note 3. 6,722 13,064 - -
Absa Bank Limited - 7010182196
The loan is repayable in monthly instalments ofR1 100 000 (2023: R2 613 355) The interest rate is charged ata rate of prime less 0.85% per annum. A balloon payment isdue on 7 February 2025. The bond is secured by investmentproperty as per note 3. 279,303 282,111 - -
ABSA Bank Limited - 7010199858
The loan is repayable in monthly instalments of R95,000. Theloan bears interest at prime less 0.25% per annum. A balloonpayment is due on 30 November 2027. The loan is secured byinvestment property as per note 3. 82,546 83,562 82,546 83,562
428,339 461,097 115,064 130,525

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

18. LOAN LIABILITIES (CONTINUED)

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
LOANS FROM RELATED PARTIES ATAMORTISED COSTCorridor Hill Properties (Pty) Ltd
This loan is interest free, unsecured andrepayable with a 12-month notice period. - 4,195 - -
- 4,195 - -
LOANS FROM SHAREHOLDERS ATAMORTISED COSTThese loans bear interest at a rate ranging from0% to prime interest rate plus 2%. These loansare unsecured with no fixed terms of repayment.The loans have been subordinated in favourof the loan granted by Absa Bank Limited -7010182196 30,147 39,650 - -
458,486 504,942 115,064 130,525

Reconciliation of interest-bearing borrowings:

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
SPLIT BETWEEN NON-CURRENT AND
CURRENT PORTIONS
Non-current liabilities 104,641 443,747 81,271 122,326
Current liabilities 353,845 61,195 33,793 8,199
458,486 504,942 115,064 130,525

Total finance charges have been disclosed in note 26.

Fair value of loan liabilities

The carrying amounts of interest-bearing loans approximate their fair values as interest is charged at market-related interest rates. The carrying amount of the interest-free loans approximate the fair value as the effect of discounting is not significant.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

19. TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Financial instruments:
Accrued expenses and trade payables 7,455 9,932 1,403 7,468
Other payables 1,904 1,208 1,906 802
Tennant deposits 4,086 4,090 2,076 1,790
Non-financial instruments:
Amounts received in advance 1,482 733 905 733
VAT 1,338 232 632 -
16,265 16,195 6,921 10,793

Financial instrument and non-financial instrument components of trade and other payables

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
At amortised cost 13,445 15,230 5,384 10,060
Non-financial instruments 2,820 965 1,538 733
16,265 16,195 6,921 10,793

Other payables include leave pay accrual, dividends payable and other sundry payables.

Fair value of trade and other payables

The fair value of trade and other payables approximates their carrying amounts due to the short term nature thereof.

20. RENTAL INCOME AND OPERATING COST RECOVERIES

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Lease rental income as per lease agreement 105,248 97,364 45,633 42,977
Operating lease rental straight-line adjustment (7,554) (6,493) 1,316 115
97,694 90,871 46,949 43,092
Revenue from contracts with customers
Operating cost Recoveries 42,640 37,568 21,039 16,458
140,334 128,439 67,988 59,550
Performance obligations related to operating cost recoveries
a. When the entity typically satisfies itsperformance obligations Services are rendered during the month and revenue is recognised overtime based on the actual service provided at the end of every month as aproportion of total service to be provided because the customer receivesand uses the benefits simultaneously.
b. The significant payment terms Payment from tenants is due on the 1st of each month.
c. Variability of the consideration payable Recoveries are typically fixed for cleaning, security and marketingcontributions based on contracted expenses for a period.Utility recoveries are charged as received from municipalities.
d. The nature of the goods or services thatthe entity has undertaken/ agreed totransfer Services rendered include the provision of utilities,cleaning and security.

Disaggregation and timing of revenue from contracts with customers

All revenue from contracts with customers is earned over time. The disaggregation is as per the segment report provided in Annexure A.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

21. PROPERTY OPERATING COSTS

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Fuel and oils 2,044 4,233 - 120
Insurance 1,104 973 504 363
Property management and consultant fees 692 2,452 59 1,573
Rates and utilities 39,163 33,844 19,827 16,667
Repairs and maintenance 2,204 2,608 950 586
Security 2,241 2,016 1,264 1,032
Service contracts 1,612 1,258 844 532
49,060 47,384 23,448 20,873

22. CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION COSTS

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Administration and management fees 2,226 1,147 826 -
Advertising and marketing 375 - 375 -
Audit and secretarial fees 1,831 1,789 1,648 1,686
Bad debts written off 1,870 3 - 3
Commission and installations 1,475 1,222 411 182
Depreciation 451 196 451 196
Employee costs 9,837 8,467 9,687 8,313
Financial reports and IT 545 408 545 408
JSE Limited costs 738 460 738 460
Legal and professional fees 1,191 793 1,061 509
Other operating expenses 884 4,061 (780) 3,594
Short term leases - 542 - 511
Social Responsibility projects 362 141 362 141
21,785 19,229 15,324 16,003

23. INTEREST INCOME

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
INTEREST INCOME AT AMORTISED COST
Investments in financial assets:
Bank and other cash (note 14) 1,046 3,289 622 3,144
Trade and other receivables (note 13) (612) 929 (1,106) 332
Loans to subsidiaries (note 8) - - 3,067 2,403
Dividend received from associate (note 11) 3,966 7,003 3,966 7,003
Total interest income 4,400 11,221 6,549 12,882

Interest received from trade and other receivables includes interest charged to trade receivable accounts in arrears.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

24. OTHER INCOME

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Management fees received 450 452 7 -
Other income 990 1,854 964 1,381
Insurance claim received 108 - -
Profit on disposal of investment property (note 3) - 985 - 985
1,548 3,291 971 2,366

25. EXPECTED CREDIT LOSSES

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Trade and other receivables (note 13) (1,629) (991) (73) (502)

26. FINANCE COSTS

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
INTEREST INCOME AT AMORTISED COST
Bank overdraft (note 14) 24 2,892 24 2,892
Interest bearing borrowings (note 18) 49,437 40,115 13,217 9,377
Shareholder loans (note 18) - 973 - -
Other interest paid 654 241 14 224
50,115 44,221 13,255 12,493

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

27. TAXATION

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023* 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
MAJOR COMPONENTS OF THE TAX INCOME
Current
Local income tax - current period 4,828 10,379 2,954 8,977
Local income tax - prior period (over)/ underprovision (13) (104) (40) (86)
4,815 10,275 2,914 8,891
Deferred
Originating and reversing temporary differences 9,520 (13,473) (1,701) (15,771)
Changes in tax rates - -
Arising from under/over provision of prior year 192 (2,524) 191 (536)
9,712 (15,997) (1,510) (16,307)
14,527 (5,722) 1,404 (7,416)
RECONCILIATION OF THE TAX EXPENSE
Tax at 27% 27,00% 27,00% 27,00% 27,00%
Dividends (1.79%) (61,51)% (14.30%) 28,57%
Non-taxable portion of FV adjustment (0.71%) (99,39)% 11.46% 54,42%
Non-deductible expenses (0.83%) 17,47% (3.47%) (8,12)%
Non-taxable portion of disposal of investment
property (1,73)% - 0,80%
Under provision for current tax in the prior year (0.07%) (3,37)% (0.54%) 1,30%
Under provision in deferred tax in respect ofprior year 0.32% (82.11)% 2.57% 8,10%
Impact of difference in interest income and
interest expense on consol pro forma - 4,14% - -
Effective tax rate 23.92% (199.50)% 22.72% 112,07%

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

28. CASH GENERATED FROM (USED IN) OPERATIONS

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
(Loss)/ profit before taxation 59,852 3,074 7,487 (6,616)
Adjustments for non-cash items:
Depreciation (note 22) 451 196 451 196
Profit on sale of investment property (note24) - (985) - (985)
Fair value adjustment of investment properties
(note 3) (20,477) 30,173 16,067 32,547
Straightlining adjustment of investment
properties (note 20) 7,554 (4,592) (1,316) (649)
Share of profit of equity accounted investments(note 23) (12,425) (139) - -
Expected credit losses (note 25) (1,629) (992) (73) (502)
Non-cash items in other operating costs
(note 22) (1,990) (1 990)
Adjust for items which are presented separately:
Interest received (434) 4,218 (2,583) (5,879)
Dividends received (3,966) (7,003) (3,966) (7,003)
Finance costs 50,115 44,221 13,255 12,493
Changes in working capital:
(Increase)/ decrease in trade and other
receivables 24,659 (8,575) 19,840 (11,857)
Increase /(decrease) in trade and other payables (3,201) (26,046) (3,872) (27,838)
98,509 33,550 43,300 (16,093)

29. TAX PAID

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Balance at beginning of the year (1,471) 461 (1,094) 139
Current tax recognised in profit or loss (4,815) (10,275) (2,914) (8,891)
Accrual for interest received onoverpayment of tax (89) 6 (58) -
Balance at end of the year (1,612) 1,471 (1,590) 1,094
(7,987) (8,337) (5,656) (7,658)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

30. CHANGES IN LIABILITIES ARISING FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities –

Group - 2024 Openingbalance Non-cashmovements Cash flows -repayments Closingbalance
Loan liabilities 504,942 (7,077) (39,379) 458,486
Total liabilities from financing activities 504,942 (7,077) (39,379) 458,486
2023 Openingbalance Non-cashmovement Cashadvanced Cash flows -repayments Closingbalance
Loan liabilities 448,556 4,642 79,421 (27,677) 504,942
Total liabilities from financing activities 448,556 4,642 79,421 (27,677) 504,942

Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities –

Company - 2024 Openingbalance Non-cashflow: interestaccrued notpaid Cash flows -repayments Closingbalance
Loan liabilities 130,525 - (15,461) 115,064
Total liabilities from financing activities 130,525 - (15,461) 115,064
Opening2023balance Non-cashmovements Cashadvanced Cash flows -repayments Closingbalance
Loan liabilities53,428 4,141 79,421 (6,465) 130,525
Total liabilities from financing activities53,428 4,141 79,421 (6,465) 130,525

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

31. FUTURE MINIMUM LEASE INCOME RECEIVABLE

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
MINIMUM LEASE PAYMENTS RECEIVABLE
- First year 93,321 80,803 33,267 20,580
- Second year 86,005 70,316 35,503 13,575
- Third year 71,035 63,913 24,910 8,079
- Fourth year 53,950 56,777 18,952 8,459
- Fifth year 48,859 50,208 14,823 8,881
- Sixth year and onwards 69,944 130,601 9,335 8,513
Total balance contractual lease rental 423,114 452,618 136,790 68,087

32. COMMITMENTS

There were no commitments for capital expenditure on property, plant and equipment or investment property at 30 June 2024.

There were no commitments for service and maintenance contracts at 30 June 2024 as these are contracted by the various property managers.

33. CONTINGENCIES

The Putprop Group has provided the following guarantees of indebtedness:

  • In favour of The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited in connection with Corridor Hill Properties (Pty) Ltd to the maximum liability of R9 million.
  • In favour of Nedbank Limited in connection with Secunda Value Mart (Pty) Ltd to the maximum liability of R12 million.
  • In favour of ABSA Bank Limited in connection with Pilot Peridot One (Pty) Ltd to the maximum liability of R35.7 million.

These guarantees would only become active if the relevant entity defaults on the underlying loan payment and if the investment property cannot be recalled by the finance house. None of these guarantees (or any other debt funding received by the Group) contain restrictive funding provisions. There is no indication at the date of this report that any of these guarantees are likely to be called upon.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

34. RELATED PARTIES

Transactions with related parties have been conducted on an arm's length basis.

Relationships
Carleo Investments (Pty) Ltd Ultimate holding company
Carleo Enterprises (Pty) Ltd Holding company
Larimar Ltd Fellow subsidiary of Carleo Enterprises (Pty) Ltd
Carleo Insurance Brokers (Pty) Ltd Company owned by member of key management
GVM Inc. Company owned by member of key management
Subsidiaries Refer to note 7
Joint operations Refer to note 9
Associates Refer to note 10
Members of key management BC Carleo
JE Smith
D Torricelli
R Styber
HT Hartley
AL Carleo-Novello (Retired 30 November 2023)
GH Van Heerden

Related party balances

Loan amounts with related parties

Refer to note 8 for loan amounts owing by subsidiaries and impairment of these loans. Refer to note 18 for loan amounts owing to related parties and shareholders.

Guarantees

Refer to note 33 for guarantees undertaken on behalf of related parties.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

34. RELATED PARTIES (CONTINUED)

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
AMOUNTS INCLUDED IN TRADE
RECEIVABLES OWING BY RELATED PARTIES
Larimar Ltd 3,778 11,891 3,778 11,891
Secunda Value Mart (Pty) Ltd - - 11 14
There was no credit loss allowance raised onthe related party amounts included in tradereceivables (refer note 13).
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Lease rentals received
Larimar Ltd 12,673 15,400 12,673 15,400
Operating lease recoveries
Larimar Ltd 4,279 5,708 4,279 5,708
Interest received
Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd - - 3,067 2,403
Larimar Ltd 721 314 721 314
Belle Isle Investments (Pty) Ltd 3,966 7,003 3,966 7,003
Insurance expense
Carleo Insurance Brokers (Pty) Ltd 569 363 569 363
Insurance recoveries
Secunda Value Mart (Pty) Ltd - - 110 162
Professional fees
GVM Inc. 16 33 16 33
Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd - - 49 -
Secunda Value Mart (Pty) Ltd - - 21 -
Corridor Hill Properties (Pty) Ltd - - 12 -

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

35. DIRECTORS' EMOLUMENTS

EXECUTIVE
DIRECTORS' EMOLUMENTS 2024 Total 2023 Total
Services as director or prescribed officer Remuneration Remuneration
BC Carleo 2,192 1,944
JE Smith 2,432 2,158
AL Carleo-Novello 950 1,267
5,574 5,369

The total remuneration for executive directors comprises of basic salary, bonus, travel allowance and medical aid fringe benefits where applicable. No post-employment benefits, other long term benefits, termination benefits or share based payments were earned for the period under review.

AL Carleo-Novello retired on 30 November 2023

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS' EMOLUMENTS Services as director or prescribed officer Total Directors fees 2024 Total Directors fees 2023 DG Torricelli 211 175 HT Hartley 255 211 R Styber 205 171 GH Van Heerden 205 171 876 728

Total non-executive directors fees comprises of board and committee fees.

36. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND RISK MANAGEMENT

Categories of financial instruments

The carrying amounts of financial assets and liabilities in each category are determined as below. The carrying amounts approximate the fair value as stated per the individual notes.

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
Note(s) R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
FINANCIAL ASSETS AT AMORTISED
COST
ASSETS PER STATEMENT OF
FINANCIAL POSITION Note(s)
Loans to subsidiaries 8 - - 195,706 182,845
Cumulative redeemable preference
shares in associate 11 55,487 55,084 55,487 55,084
Trade and other receivables 13 14,059 38,225 6,760 25,708
Cash and cash equivalents 14 17,640 18,558 6,890 9,416
87,186 111,867 264,842 273,053
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES AT
AMORTISED COST
Liabilities per statement of financial
position Note(s)
Loan liabilities 18 458,486 504,942 115,064 130,525
Trade and other payables 19 13,445 15,230 5,384 10,060
Bank overdraft 14 - 1,092 - 1,092
471,931 521,264 120,448 141,677

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

36. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND RISK MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)

Capital risk management

The Group's objective, when managing capital, are to safeguard the Group's ability to continue as a going concern in order to provide returns for the shareholders and benefits for other stakeholders and to maintain an optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital. The mandated level of gearing is 43% (2023: 43%) and the actual level of gearing during the year amounted to 41.3% (2023: 30.2%). Company levels were 30.2% (2023: 33.6%). Gearing on both Group and Company levels have increased due to an increase in loan liabilities. Based on the gearing ratio achieved at year end management believes that this objective has been met as they are within mandated levels.

The capital structure of the Group consists of debt, which includes loan liabilities disclosed in note 18 and equity as disclosed in the Statement of Financial Position.

Financial covenants

Putprop Group's financial covenant requirements with its various debt providers are the following:

Putprop Ltd's has the following financial covenants with Nedbank Limited

A Loan-To-Value (LTV) ratio not exceeding 45% and an Interest Cover Ratio (ICR) of at least 2.00 times at group level.

A Loan-To-Value (LTV) ratio not exceeding 55% and an Interest Cover Ratio (ICR) of at least 1.50 times at transaction level over Parktown and Secunda Value Centre

Corridor Hill Properties (Pty) Ltd's financial covenants with Standard Bank of South Africa is a LTV ratio of not exceeding 50%, an ICR of at least 1.2 times and a Debt Service Ratio (DSR) of at least 1.15 times.

Pilot Peridot Investments 1 (Pty) Ltd's financial covenants with ABSA Bank Limited is a LTV Ratio not exceeding 75%, an ICR of at least 1.2 times and a DSR of at least 1.1 times.

Ratios for thecurrent year PutpropLimitedGroup level PutpropLimitedTransaction level Corridor Hill Properties(Pty) Ltd Pilot PeridotInvestments 1 (Pty)Ltd
LTV 36.9% 28% 14.6 % 56.5 %
ICR 1.94 times 2.83 times 3.62 times 1.09 times
DSR - - 3.24 times 0.04 times

2023

Ratios for the PutpropLimited PutpropLimited Corridor Hill Properties Pilot PeridotInvestments 1 (Pty) Ltd
prior year Group level Transaction level (Pty) Ltd
LTV 41.6% 63% 25.5 % 55.3 %
ICR 1.75 times 2.38 times 2.91 times 1.03 times
DSR - - 3.16 times 1.05 times

The financial covenant levels within the Putprop Group were not within the approved limits at the reporting date. However new facility arrangements were entered into with ABSA Limited with more favourable covenant levels. Corridor Hill Properties is compliant. Pilot Peridot Investment's ICR is slightly below agreed covenant levels. In the current year, the company started making capital repayments towards the loan and will result in an interest reduction. The balloon payment due in Pilot Peridot will be re-financed, restoring the 0.04 DSR ratio to the necessary covenant level. The Group continues to meet all legal repayment requirements and is confident that once the interest cycle begins to decrease the Group will again be fully compliant.

Financial risk management Overview

The group and company's financial instruments consist mainly of interest-bearing borrowing, deposits, trade and other receivables and trade and other payables which arise directly from its operations, as well as other investments. The group and company's policy throughout the year is that no trading in financial instruments shall be undertaken. The main risks arising from the group and company's financial instruments are interest rate risk, liquidity risk and credit risk.

The Board has overall responsibility for the establishment and control of the group and company's risk management. The Audit and Risk Committee develops and monitors the group and company's risk management policies and reports regularly to the Board on its activities and with any proposals for which action is needed.

The group and company's risk management policies in relation to financial instruments are established to identify and analyse all risks faced by the Group. Appropriate risk limits are determined, controls to monitor the adherence to such limits developed and adherence to limits monitored. Risk management policies, systems and procedures are reviewed regularly.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

36. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND RISK MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)

Credit risk

Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Group if a customer or counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations.

The Group is exposed to credit risk on trade and other receivables (note 13), loans to subsidiaries (note 8), cumulative redeemable preference shares (note11) and cash and cash equivalents (note 14). Exposure to credit risk is outlined in the individual notes.

The maximum exposure to credit risk is presented in the table below:

GROUP 2024 2023
Notes Grosscarryingamount Credit lossallowance Amortisedcost Grosscarryingamount Credit lossallowance Amortisedcost
Cumulative redeemablepreference shares in 55,487 -
associate 11 55,487 55,084 - 55,084
Trade and otherreceivables 13 15,785 (731) 15,054 43,526 (2,361) 41,165
Cash and cashequivalents 14 17,640 - 17,640 18,558 - 18,558
88,912 (731) 88,181 117,168 (2,361) 114,807
COMPANY 2024 2023
Notes Grosscarryingamount Credit lossallowance Amortisedcost / fairvalue Grosscarryingamount Credit lossallowance Amortisedcost / fairvalue
Loans to subsidiaries 8 202,131 (6,425) 195,706 185,076 (2,231) 182,845
Cumulative redeemablepreference shares inassociate 11 55,487 55,487 55,084 - 55,084
Trade and otherreceivables 13 7,110 (34) 7,076 27,108 (107) 27,001
Cash and cashequivalents 14 6,890 6,890 9,416 - 9,416
271,618 (6,459) 265,159 276,684 (2,338) 274,346

Liquidity risk

Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due.

The Group monitors its risk to a shortage of funds using a recurring liquidity planning tool. This tool considers the maturity of both its financial investments and financial assets and projected cash flows from operations.

The Group has minimised its liquidity risk by ensuring that it has adequate banking facilities and reserve borrowing capacity. Putprop Limited has an overdraft facility of R25 million. This facility is available to Putprop Limited on an unsecured basis. As at year end, the facility was not used (2023: 1,092,000)

The maturity profile of contractual cash flows of financial liabilities, and financial assets held to mitigate the risk, are presented in the following table. The cash flows are undiscounted contractual amounts.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

36. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND RISK MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)

Group - 2024

Notes Less than1 year 1 to 2 years 2 to 5 years Total Carryingamount
Non-current liabilities
Loan liabilitiesCurrent liabilities 18 - 35,546 120,425 155,971 104,641
Trade and other payables 19 13,445 - - 13,445 13,445
Loan liabilities 18 357,552 - - 357,552 353,845
Bank overdraft 14 - - - - -
370,997 35,546 120,425 526,968 471,931
Group - 2023
Notes Less than1 year 1 to 2 years 2 to 5 years Total Carryingamount
Non-current liabilities
Loan liabilitiesCurrent liabilities 18 - 103,938 426,001 529,939 443,747
Trade and other payables 19 15,230 - - 15,230 15,230
Loan liabilities 18 31,165 - - 31,165 61,195
Bank overdraft 14 1,092 - - 1,092 1,092
47,487 103,938 426,001 577,426 521,264

Company - 2024

Notes Less than1 year 1 to 2 years 2 to 5 years Total Carryingamount
Non-current liabilities
Loan liabilitiesCurrent liabilities 18 - 11,458 90,278 101,736 81,271
Trade and other payables 19 5,384 - - 5,384 5,384
Loan liabilities 18 44,316 - - 44,316 33,793
Bank overdraft 14 - - -
49,700 11,458 90,278 151,436 120,448

Company - 2023

Less than1 year Total Carryingamount
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables 19 10,060 10,060 10,060
Loan liabilities 18 8,199 8,199 8,199
Bank overdraft 14 1,092 1,092 1,092
26,974 26,974 26,974

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

36. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND RISK MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)

Interest rate risk

Cash and cash equivalents, used for normal trading purposes, are held in current accounts at prevailing interest rates, depending on the financial institution. Excess cash and cash equivalents are kept in short-term deposit funds or call accounts at the prevailing market rates available.

The Group has loan liabilities of R458 million in the current financial year (2023: R505 million). The company has borrowings of R115 million (2023: R131 million).

Putprop Limited has an overdraft facility of R25 million. This facility is available to Putprop Limited on an unsecured basis.

The exposure to the risk of changes in interest rates relates primarily to cash and cash equivalents and the loan liabilities with banking institutions.

Interest rate profile

The interest rate profile of interest bearing financial instruments at the end of the reporting period was as follows:

Average effective interest rate Carrying amount
Group Note 2024 2023 2024 2023
VARIABLE RATE INSTRUMENTS:ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalentsLIABILITIES 14 5.93 % 12.00 % 17,640 18,558
Loan liabilities 18 11.03% 8.00 % (409,707) (438,523)
Bank overdraft 14 1.18% 0.95 % - (1,092)
(409,707) (439,615)
Net variable rate financial instruments (392,067) (421,057)
FIXED RATE INSTRUMENTS:ASSETS
Cumulative redeemable preferenceshares in associate 11 7.20% 7.20 % 55,487 55,084
LIABILITIES
Loan liabilities 18 10.81% 10.81 % (18,632) (22,574)
Net fixed rate financial instruments 36,855 32,510
Average effective interest rate Carrying amount
Company Note 2024 2023 2024 2023
VARIABLE RATE INSTRUMENTS:ASSETS
Loans to subsidiaries 8 12.81% 12.26 % 23,942 20,875
Cash and cash equivalents 14 9.03% 3.00 % 6,890 9,416
30,832 30,291
LIABILITIES
Loan liabilities 18 11.20% 10.00 % (115,064) (130,525)
Bank overdraft 14 1.18% 0.95% - (1,092)
(115,064) (131,617)
Net variable rate financial instruments (84,232) (101,326)
Fixed rate instruments:ASSETS
Cumulative redeemable preferenceshares in associate 11 7.20% 7.20 % 55,487 55,084

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

36. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND RISK MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)

Interest rate sensitivity analysis

The table below demonstrates the sensitivity to a reasonable, possible change in interest rates with all other variables held constant on the Group's profit before tax and equity. Due to the incremental changes in the prime lending rate a sensitivity of 125 basis points level has been used to determine the effect on profits.

GROUP COMPANY
2024 2023 2024 2023
R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
IMPACT ON PROFIT BEFORE TAX
Increase of 125 basis points(125 basis points) (3,118) (3,075) (843) (593)
Decrease of 125 basis points(2023: 125 basis points) 3,118 3,075 843 593
IMPACT ON PROFIT BEFORE TAX ANDEQUITY:
Increase of 125 basis points (125 basis points)Decrease of 125 basis points (2,467) (2,214) (615) (427)
(2023: 125 basis points) 2,467 2,214 615 427

37. GOING CONCERN

IN THE PRIOR AND CURRENT YEAR, THE current liabilities exceeded current assets on both Group and Company level at reporting date.

Our Nedbank loan matures in August 2024 and the loan with ABSA for Summit place in February 2025. Refer to note 18. Both of these loans have been successfully refinanced with ABSA Limited.

The Nedbank loan for the Parktown Property has a settlement of R29.8 million maturing on 30 August 2024. The loan has been refinanced through ABSA Limited and the final terms sheets was signed on 19 August 2024. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to JIBAR +2.5 per annum.

The ABSA loan for Summit Place has a settlement of R271.7 million maturing on 7 February 2025. The loan has been refinanced by ABSA and the final term sheets will be signed prior to February 2025. In respect of the new facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to prime less 0.85% per annum.

In terms of IFRS reporting standards, these loans have been reflected as current liabilities. This is in order to comply with IFRS accounting standards as at year end, signature of both loan refinancing agreements with ABSA, had not occurred before 30 June 2024. Term sheets have been subsequently approved by the group on the 19th of August 2024. This reporting allocation represents purely an accounting requirement and both loans will be reflected as Non-Current liabilities in June 2025 financial statements.

Current assets will exceed current liabilities immediately on the signature of loan agreements.

This is normal practice in the property industry. No additional punitive conditions were imposed on this refinancing. Any future large "balloon type "settlement payments will be treated in a similar way.

The Group's assessment of going concern also took into consideration all debt covenants such as loan-to-value, interest cover ratios and debt-to-service ratios. These were in line with contractual requirements except for that detailed under Debt Covenant in note 36.

Cash balances available for use is by the group is R17,6 million and for the company is R6.8 million and can be utilized for any short-term commitments.

The Group has an overdraft facility of R25 million immediately available to Putprop Limited on an unsecured basis.

The directors have reviewed the Group's cash flow forecast for the period to 30 June 2025. The directors also took into consideration the fact that the group and company have been generating profits in the current and prior year. Based on the review and having regard the current financial position, the directors are satisfied that the Group has access to adequate resources for the continued operational functioning of Putprop Limited for the foreseeable future and accordingly these financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

38. EVENTS AFTER THE REPORTING PERIOD

Refinancing of long-term liabilities

The Nedbank loan for the Parktown Property has a settlement of R29.8 million maturing on 30 August 2024. The loan has been refinanced through ABSA Limited and the final terms sheets was signed on 19 August 2024. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to JIBAR +2.5 per annum.

The Nedbank loans, 30150755, 30151232 and 30151238 secured over Secunda Value Centre has been refinanced through ABSA and the final term sheet was signed on 19 August 2024. In respect of the new ABSA facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over sixty months after first drawdown, with interest linked to JIBAR +2.5% per annum.

The ABSA loan for Summit Place has a settlement of R271.7 million maturing on 7 February 2025. The loan has been refinanced by ABSA and the final term sheet will be signed prior to February 2025. In respect of the new facility, capital and interest is repayable monthly over 60 months after first drawdown, with an interest rate linked to prime less 0.85% per annum.

The above is estimated to reduce current loan liabilities by an estimation of 279,302 and to increase non-current loan liabilities by the same amount.

Sale of Bank City

On 31 July 2024, an offer of purchase Bank City, an investment property held for sale, for R15.75 million was approved by the Board of Directors. The property's fair value at year end is R17 million and a loss on sale of investment property is estimated to be R1.2 million. The offer is subject to loan financing.

Dividend declaration

Dividend 70 has been approved by the Board of Directors at 8.50 cents per share on 28 of August 2024.

There are no other significant events that have occurred in the period from 30 June 2023, and to date of the publication of this report.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

39. EARNINGS PER SHARE

Headline earnings and diluted headline earnings per share

Gross Net Gross Net
GROUP 2024 2024 2023 2023*
Reconciliation between profit attributableto equity holders of the parent andheadline earnings
Profit for the year attributable to equity holdersof the parent 38 938 10 787
Adjusted for:
Change in fair value of investment property (12,923) (10,131) 36,666 28,747
Fair value adjustment on investment propertyof associate (12,556) (9,166) - -
Equity accounted earnings of associates andjoint ventures 132 96
Headline earnings 19,737 39,534
Basic and diluted earnings per share (c) 91.82 25.44
Headline earnings and diluted headline earningsper share (c) 46.54 93.22
Weighted average number of ordinary shares 42,408,882 42,409,181
GrossNet Gross Net
COMPANY 20242024 2023 2023
Reconciliation between profit attributableto equity holders of the parent andheadline earnings
Profit for the year attributable to equity holdersof the parent 6,082 800
Adjusted for:
Change in fair value of investment property 14,75111,565 32,432 25,427
Fair value adjustment on investment propertyof associate - -
Headline earnings 17,647 26,227
Basic and diluted earnings per share (c) 14.34 1.89
Headline earnings and diluted headline earningsper share (c) 41.61 61.85
Weighted average number of ordinary shares 42,408,882 42,409,181

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

40. PRIOR PERIOD ERROR

The Group identified that the tax base of Pilot Peridot Investment 1 (Pty) Ltd's property was incorrect. The error resulted from the fact that a fair value adjustment was incorrectly included in the tax base of the property as a cost in respect of which future allowances would be available. This resulted in an understatement of the taxable temporary difference and an overstatement of the deferred tax asset. The error has been corrected by retrospectively restating each of the affected financial statement line items for prior periods. The following tables summarise the impacts on the Group's consolidated financial statements.

Consolidated statement of financial position

Impact of correction of error
As previouslyreported Adjustments As restated
41,224 (17,678) 23,546
1,176,993 (17,678) 1,159,315
75,236 - 75,236
404,197 - 404,197
566,471 (12,947) 553,524
20,923 (4,731) 16,192
680,883 (17,678) 663,205

Consolidated statement of financial position

For the year ended 30 June 2023 Impact of correction of error
R'000 As previouslyreported Adjustments As restated
Deferred tax asset 10 069 (10,069) -
Total Non-current assets 1 236 644 (10,069) 1,226,575
Deferred tax liability 27,163 8,058 35,221
Total Non-current liabilities 470,910 8,058 478,968
Retained earnings 576,240 (13,276) 559,964
Non-controlling interest 19,051 (4,851) 14,200
Total equity 685,781 (18,127) 667,654

Consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income For the year ended 30 June 2023 R'000

Taxation 6,171 (449) 5,722
Profit 9,245 (449) 8,796
Total comprehensive income 9,245 (449) 8,796
Profit and total comprehensive income attributable to:
Owners of the parent 11,116 (329) 10,787
Non-controlling interest (1,871) (120) (1,991)
Headline earnings per share 93.98 (0.76) 93.22
Basic earnings per share 26.20 (0.76) 25.44

ANNEXURE A - SEGMENT ANALYSIS - BY SECTOR

SEGMENT ANALYSIS

The Group identifies and presents operating segments based on information that is provided to the Group's management and internal reporting structure as determined by the Group's executive committee.

The group's management reviews the performance of its investment properties on an individual basis based on the results of each sector and geographical location. Reportable segments for the year ended 30 June 2024 are consistent with those reported as at 30 June 2023.

The measurement policies the Group uses for segment reporting under IFRS 8 are the same as those used in its financial statements.

GLA Rentalincome andrecoveries Propertyoperatingcosts Corporateadministrationcosts Investmentand otherincome Financecosts Fair valueadjustments(excl straightlining) Profit forthe year
2024 m2 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Industrial 23 427 22,970 (5,812) - 721 - (5,261) 12,617
Retail 34 627 49,218 (15,882) - 1,210 (14,334) (10,359) 5,633
Commercial 38 675 67,304 (27,085) - (630) (35,732) 28,243 25,068
Residential 872 842 (281) - 7 (10) 300 410
Corporate - - (21,785) 4,640 (39) - 1,597
97 601 140,334 (49,060) (21,785) 5,948 (50,115) 12,923 45,325
GLA Rentalincome andrecoveries Propertyoperatingcosts Corporateadministrationcosts Investmentand otherincome Financecosts Fair valueadjustments(excl straightlining) Profit forthe year*
2023 m2 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000 R'000
Industrial 23 427 25,865 (9,115) - - - (24,930) (7,654)
Retail 34 627 38,936 (15,601) - - (10,210) 6,211 19,335
Commercial 38 675 62,695 (22,299) - - (32,892) (19,227) (11,763)
Residential 872 943 (369) - - - 1,280 1,854
Corporate - - (19,229) 14,512 (1,119) - 7,024
97 601 128,439 (47,384) (19,229) 14,512 (44,221) (36,666) 8,796

There were no transactions between Segments.

Revenue comprise of a relatively small tenant base, the majority of whom are national tenants. One of the Group's tenants accounted for 12.08% (2023:16.43%) of total rental receivables at year end. This falls within the industrial segment.

Other assets comprises of all other financial instruments including: Operating lease asset, property, plant and equipment, Investment in associates, deferred tax assets, trade and other receivables, current tax receivable and cash and cash equivalents.

2024 Investment property(excluding straightlining)R'000 Investment propertyheld for saleR'000 Other assetsR'000 Total assetsR'000 Total liabilitiesR'000
Commercial 588,800 60,800 - 649,600 (316,813)
Corporate - - 104,303 104,303 (14,240)
Industrial 37,500 67,000 - 104,500 -
Residential - 10,300 1,108 11,408 (9,950)
Retail 344,600 - 12,750 357,350 (178,705)
970,900 138,100 118,161 1, 227,161 (519,708)
2023 Investment property(excluding straightlining)R'000 Other assets*R'000 Total assets*R'000 Total liabilities*R'000
Commercial 620,700 37,070 657,770 (408,605)
Corporate - 74,996 74,996 (45,976)
Industrial 109,600 - 109,600 -
Residential 10,000 1,053 11,053 (458)
Retail 355,285 17,871 373,156 (103,882)
1,095,585 130,990 1,226,575 (558,921)

ANNEXURE A - SEGMENT ANALYSIS - BY REGION

2024 GLAm² Investmentproperty(excludingstraightlining)R Investmentpropertyheld for saleR Rentalincome andrecoveriesR PropertyoperatingexpensesR Fair valueadjustments(exclstraightlining) Profit for theyear
Gauteng 79 858 791,500 119,200 117,082 (41,196) 12,980 39,797
North-West 2 494 - 18,900 2,147 (1,761) (1,900) (3,433)
Mpumalanga 15 249 179,400 21,105 (6,103) 1,843 8,961
97 601 970,900 138,100 140,334 (49,060) 12,923 45,325
GLA Investmentproperty(excludingstraightlining) Rentalincome andrecoveries Propertyoperatingexpenses Fair valueadjustments(exclstraightlining) Profit forthe year*
2023 R R R R
Gauteng 79 858 896,785 113,459 (40,726) (42,001) (9,914)
North-West 2 494 18,900 3,028 (1,537) (4,900) 2,943
Mpumalanga 15 249 179,900 11,952 (5,121) 10,235 15,767
97 601 1,095 585 128,439 (47,384) (36,666) 8,796

SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION

DIVIDEND ANNOUNCEMENT 237
SHAREHOLDERS ANALYSIS 238
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 240
FORM OF PROXY 247
NOTES TO THE PROXY 249
ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION APPLICATIONFORM AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 251
SHAREHOLDERS' DIARY 253
CORPORATE INFORMATION 254

The Elephant Shrew

Distinctive Snout: Elephant shrews, also known as sengis, have long, flexible snouts that resemble an elephant's trunk. These snouts are highly sensitive and used to probe for insects and other small prey.

Species Diversity: There are over 20 species of elephant shrews, ranging in size from small mouse-like species to larger ones nearly a foot long. They inhabit various regions of Africa, from forests to savannas.

Diet: Elephant shrews are primarily insectivorous, feeding on ants, termites, spiders, and other small invertebrates. They use their keen sense of smell and quick reflexes to catch their prey.

DIVIDEND ANNOUNCEMENT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

DECLARATION OF FINAL DIVIDEND NO 70

The Board is pleased to announce the declaration of a dividend of 8.50 cents per ordinary share in respect of the year ended 30 June 2024 (2023: 7.0 cents), thus bringing the total dividend payable for the year to 14.50 cents (2023: 11.25 cents).

Additional information:

This is a dividend as defined in the Income Tax Act, 1962, and is payable from income reserves. The dividend withholding tax ("DWT") rate is 20%. The net amount payable to shareholders who are not exempt from DWT is 6.80 cents per share, while the gross amount is 8.50 cents per share to those shareholders who are exempt from DWT.

There are 42 405 133 (2023: 42 409 181) ordinary shares in issue; the total dividend amount payable is R 3 604 436 (2023: R2 968 643). Putprop's tax reference number is 9100097717, and its company registration number is 1988/001085/06.

The salient dates are as follows:

Declaration date Friday, 30 August 2024
Last date to trade to participate Tuesday, 22 October 2024
Trading commences ex dividend Wednesday, 23 October 2024
Record date Friday, 25 October 2024
Date of payment Monday, 28 October 2024

Share certificates may not be dematerialised or rematerialised between Wednesday, 23 October 2024 and Friday, 25 October 2024, both days inclusive.

By order of the Board

J E Smith Financial Director

Sandton

28 August 2024

SHAREHOLDERS ANALYSIS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

Date : 28 June 2024

Shares in Issue : 42 405 133

Number of % of total Number % of shares
shareholdings shareholdings of shares in issue
Size of holdings
1 - 1000 169 42.14% 58 727 0.14%
1001 - 10 000 150 37.41% 535 563 1.26%
10 001 - 100 000 55 13.72% 1 836 875 4.33%
100 001 - 1 000 000 23 5.74% 6 355 730 14.99%
>1 000 000 4 1.00% 33 618 238 79.28%
Total 401 100.00% 42 405 133 100.00%
Shareholder Types
Private Companies 19 4.74% 29 483 652 69.53%
Trusts 11 2.74% 5 710 518 13.47%
Individuals 351 87.53% 3 452 568 8.14%
Close Corporations 9 2.24% 1 546 128 3.65%
Collective Investment Schemes 1 0.25% 1 088 048 2.57%
Hedge Funds 1 0.25% 581 219 1.37%
Investment Partnerships 4 1.00% 494 328 1.17%
Benefit Funds 2 0.50% 41 030 0.10%
Stockbrokers & Nominees 3 0.75% 7 642 0.02%
Total 401 100.00% 42 405 133 100.00%
Key Shareholders
Non-Public Shareholders 3 0.75% 28 279 242 66.69%
Strategic Sharholders (>10%) - Carleo Enterprises (Pty) Ltd 1 0.25% 28 139 776 66.36%
Treasury Holdings 1 0.25% 85 333 0.20%
Directors and Associates 1 0.25% 54 133 0.13%
Public Shareholders 398 99.25% 14 125 891 33.31%
Total 401 100.00% 42 405 133 100.00%
Beneficial Shareholders Holding >3% of Issued Shares Number of shares % of Issued Shares
Carleo Enterprises (Pty) Ltd 28 139 776 66.36%
Heynen Family Trust 3 000 000 7.07%
Cape Investments Property 317 CC 1 390 414 3.28%
Total 32 530 190 76.71%
Fund Managers Holding >2% of Issued Shares Number of shares % of Issued Shares
Oasis 1 088 048 2.57%
Aloysius Trust 865 510 2.04%
Steyn Capital 581 219 1.37%
Fund Managers Holding Issued Shares Number of shares % of Issued Shares
Oasis Crescent Management Company 1 088 048 2.57%
Steyn Capital 581 219 1.37%
Clucas Gray Investment Management 105 500 0.25%
Sanlam Investment Management 53 000 0.12%
Momentum Metropolitan Life 16 000 0.04%
Total 1 843 767 4.35%

SHAREHOLDERS ANALYSIS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

Non-Public Shareholder Type Account 30 June 2024 %
Strategic Shareholders (>10%) 28 139 776 66.36%
Carleo Enterprises (Pty) Ltd CARLEO ENTERPRISES (PTY) LTD 28 139 776 66.36%
Treasury Holdings 85 333 0.20%
Carleo Investments Pty Ltd CARLEO INVESTMENTS PTY LTD 85 333 0.20%
Directors and Associates 54 133 0.13%
BC Carleo (Director) MR. BRUNO CLAUDIO CARLEO 54 133 0.13%
Non-Public Shareholder Total 28 279 242 66.69%
Share Price Performance
Closing price 30 June 2023 R3.10
Closing price 31 July 2023 R3.48
Closing price 31 August 2023 R3.49
Closing price 29 September 2023 R3.48
Closing price 31 October 2023 R3.27
Closing price 30 November 2023 R3.20
Closing price 29 December 2023 R3.25
Closing price 31 January 2024 R3.19
Closing price 29 February 2024 R2.90
Closing price 28 March 2024 R3.24
Closing price 30 April 2024 R3.05
Closing price 31 May 2024 R3.19
Closing price 28 June 2024 R3.10
Closing High for period (18 June to 24 June 2024) R3.60
Closing Low for period (29 February 2024) R2.90
Number of shares in issue 42 405 133
Number of shareholder accounts 401
Volume traded during period 1 581 945
Number of trades effected during period 312
Ratio of volume traded to shares issued 3.73%
Rand value traded during the period R5 099 082
Price/earnings ratio as at 28 June 2024 3.41
Dividend yield as at 28 June 2024 3.35
Earnings Yield as at 28 June 2024 29.30
Market capitalisation at 28 June 2024 R131 455 912

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024

Putprop Limited

Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa (Registration number 1988/001085/06) Share code: PPR ISIN: ZAE000072310 ("Putprop" or "the Company" or "the Group")

In terms of section 59(1) of the Companies Act, 71 of 2008, as amended, ("the Companies Act") notice is hereby given that the annual general meeting of shareholders of Putprop ("Annual General Meeting") will be held at 11:30 on Wednesday, 6 November 2024 at Boardroom 1, 22 Impala Road, Chislehurston, Sandton for the purpose of considering, and, if deemed fit, passing, with or without modification, the resolutions set out hereafter.

Record date

The board of directors of the Company ("the Board") has determined that, in terms of section 62(3)(a), read together with section 59, of the Companies Act the record date for the purposes of determining which shareholders of the Company are entitled to participate in and vote at the Annual General Meeting is Friday, 1 November 2024. Accordingly, the last day to trade Putprop shares in order to be recorded in the Register to be entitled to vote will be Tuesday, 29 October 2024.

Action required as follows

Shareholders entitled to attend and vote at the Annual General Meeting may appoint one or more proxies to attend, speak and vote thereat in their stead. A proxy need not be a shareholder of Putprop. A form of Proxy which provides instructions for its completion is enclosed herewith. Completion of a form of proxy will not preclude such shareholder from attending and voting (in preference to that shareholder's proxy) at the Annual General Meeting.

Proxy forms must be completed by certificated shareholders, or "own name" registered dematerialised shareholders who wishes to be represented at the Annual General Meeting.

Dematerialised shareholders (not with "own-name" registration) must notify their Central Securities Depository Participant ("CSDP") or broker of their intention to attend the Annual General Meeting in order for such CSDP or broker to issue them with the necessary letter of representation to enable them to attend the Annual General Meeting, or, alternatively, should the dematerialised shareholder not wish to attend the Annual General Meeting, they should provide their CSDP or broker with their voting instructions.

Forms of proxy should be lodged with the Company's transfer secretaries, Computershare Investor Services Proprietary Limited, located at Rosebank Towers, 15 Biermann Avenue, Rosebank, 2196, South Africa, or posted to the Company's transfer secretaries at Private Bag X9000, Saxonwold, 2132, South Africa to be received by them by no later than 11:30 on Monday, 4 November 2024 (or 48 (forty-eight) hours before any adjournments of the Annual General Meeting which date, if necessary, will be notified on SENS). Thereafter, forms of proxy may be handed to the chair of the Annual General Meeting prior to the commencement of the Annual General Meeting, at any time before the appointed proxy exercises any shareholder rights at the Annual General Meeting.

Annual General Meeting participants, which includes proxies, are required to provide identification to the reasonable satisfaction of the chair of the Annual General Meeting. An official identification document issued by the South African Department of Home Affairs, a driver's license or a valid passport will be accepted as sufficient identification.

Shareholders who have any doubt as to the action they must take should consult their accountant, attorney, banker or other professional advisor immediately. On a poll, ordinary shareholders will have one vote in respect of each share held.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

Electronic participation

In terms of section 61(10) of the Companies Act, every shareholders' meeting of a public company must be reasonably accessible within South Africa for electronic participation by shareholders. Therefore, shareholders or their proxies may participate in the Annual General Meeting by way of a teleconference call if they wish to do so. In this event:

  • Written notice to participate via electronic communication must be sent to the Group's company secretary, Acorim Proprietary Limited, at [email protected], to be received by no later than 11:30 on Monday, 4 November 2024;
  • A pin number and dial-in details for the conference call will be provided;
  • Shareholders will be billed separately by their own telephone service providers for the teleconference call to participate in the Annual General Meeting;
  • Valid identification will be required:
  • If the shareholder is an individual, a certified copy of their identity document and/or passport;
  • If the shareholder is not an individual, a certified copy of a resolution by the relevant entity and a certified copy of the identity documents and/or passports of the persons who passed the relevant resolution, specifying the name of the individual that is authorised to represent the relevant entity at the Annual General Meeting by way of teleconference call; and
  • A valid email address and/or facsimile number.

Agenda

Presentation of annual financial statements

The audited annual consolidated financial statements of the Company (as approved by the Board) for the year ended 30 June 2024 which accompany this notice of Annual General Meeting ("Notice") have been distributed to the shareholders, as required, and will be presented to shareholders at the Annual General Meeting together with the reports of the Directors and the Audit and Risk Committee. The letter to shareholders accompanying this Notice contains details of where copies of the integrated annual report and annual financial statements are available.

Report from the Social and Ethics Committee

In accordance with Regulation 43(5)(c) of the Companies Act, the chair of the Social and Ethics Committee or, in his absence, any member of the Committee, will present the Committee's report to shareholders at the Annual General Meeting.

Ordinary resolutions

To consider and, if deemed fit, to pass with or without modification all the ordinary resolutions relating to business set out below. More than 50% (fifty percent) of the voting rights exercised on each individual resolution must be exercised in favour of those resolutions.

1. Ordinary Resolution number 1: Re-election of Director

Ms R Styber retires in accordance with article 25.7 of Putprop's Memorandum of Incorporation ("MOI"), but being eligible to do so, offers herself for re-election.

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that Ms R Styber be and is hereby re-elected as an independent non-executive director of Putprop."

Rationale: Putprop's MOI and, to the extent applicable, the Companies Act requires that one-third of Putprop's nonexecutive directors rotate at the Annual General Meeting and can be eligible for re-election.

Ms R Styber's abbreviated curriculum vitae appears on page 133 of the Integrated Annual Report to which this Notice is attached.

2. Ordinary Resolution number 2: Re-election of Director

Mr G van Heerden retires in accordance with article 25.7 of Putprop' s MOI, but being eligible to do so, offers himself for re-election.

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that Mr G van Heerden be and is hereby re-elected as an independent non-executive director of Putprop."

Rationale: Putprop' s MOI and, to the extent applicable, the Companies Act requires that one-third of Putprop' s nonexecutive directors rotate at the Annual General Meeting and can be eligible for re-election.

Mr G van Heerden's abbreviated curriculum vitae appears on page 133 of the Integrated Annual Report to which this Notice is attached.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

3. Ordinary Resolution number 3: Election of independent non-executive directors to the Audit Committee

To consider and, if deemed fit, elect the following independent non-executive directors as members of Putprop's Audit Committee, with effect from the end of this Annual General Meeting. Shareholders elect, by way of a separate vote, each of the following:

Ordinary resolution number 3.1

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution 1, as an ordinary resolution Mr H Hartley be and is hereby elected as a member and chair of Putprop's Audit Committee."

Ordinary resolution number 3.2

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that Ms R Styber be and is hereby elected as a member of Putprop's Audit Committee subject to the passing of ordinary resolution number 1."

Ordinary resolution number 3.3

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that Mr G van Heerden be and is hereby elected as a member of Putprop' s Audit Committee subject to the passing of ordinary resolution number 2."

Rationale: In terms of the Companies Act, Putprop as a public company must appoint an audit committee and the members of such audit committee must be appointed, or reappointed as the case may be, at each Annual General Meeting.

Abbreviated curricula vitae in respect of each member of the Audit Committee appears on page 133 of the Integrated Annual Report to which this Notice is attached.

4. Ordinary Resolution number 4: Appointment of the external auditor

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that HLB CMA South Africa ("HLB") be appointed, on the recommendation of the current Committee, as Putprop's independent registered auditors with Jeandre du Toit being the individual registered auditor who will undertake the audit of the Group for the ensuing financial year and the directors be and are hereby authorised to determine the auditors' remuneration."

At Putprop' s Audit Committee meeting held on 21 August 2024, the Committee considered the independence of HLB and has satisfied itself thereof.

Rationale: In terms of the Companies Act, Putprop, as a public company, must have its financial results audited and such an auditor must be appointed or reappointed each year at the Annual General Meeting.

5. Ordinary resolution number 5: Advisory endorsement of remuneration policy and implementation report

Ordinary resolution number 5.1

"Resolved that Putprop's remuneration policy, as set out on pages 159 to 162 of the Integrated Annual Report, be and is hereby endorsed, by way of a non-binding advisory vote."

Ordinary resolution number 5.2

"Resolved that the remuneration implementation report, as set out on pages 159 to 162 of the Integrated Annual Report, be and is hereby endorsed, by way of a non-binding advisory vote."

Note: Failure to pass these resolutions will not have any legal consequences relating to existing arrangements. However, the Board will take the outcome of the vote into consideration when assessing Putprop's remuneration policy. However, should either of the resolutions be voted against by 25% or more of the voting rights exercised, the Board undertakes to engage with those opposed to them in order to ascertain the reasons therefore, and to appropriately address legitimate objections and concerns. The manner and timing of such engagement will be communicated in the voting results announcement.

Rationale: King IV recommends and the Listings Requirements of the JSE Limited ("JSE Listings Requirements") require companies to table their remuneration policy and implementation report each year to shareholders for separate nonbinding advisory votes at the Annual General Meeting.

Ordinary resolution number 6: Control of authorised but unissued ordinary shares

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that, subject to the provisions of sections 38 and 41 of the Companies Act, Putprop's MOI and the JSE Listings Requirements, the authorised but unissued ordinary shares in the capital of Putprop be and are hereby placed under the control and authority of the Board and that the Board be and is hereby authorised and empowered to allot and issue all or any of such ordinary shares, or to issue any options in respect of all or any of such ordinary shares, to such person/s on such terms and conditions and at such times as the directors may from time to time and in their discretion deem fit."

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

6. Ordinary resolution number 7: Approval to issue ordinary shares, and to sell treasury shares, for cash

"Resolved, as an ordinary resolution, that the directors of Putprop, and/or any of its subsidiaries from time to time, be and are hereby authorised, by way of a general authority, to –

  • Allot and issue, or to issue any options in respect of, all or any of the authorised but unissued ordinary shares in the capital of Putprop; and/or
  • Sell or otherwise dispose of or transfer, or issue any options in respect of, ordinary shares in the capital of Putprop purchased by any of its subsidiaries, for cash, to such person/s on such terms and conditions and at such times as the directors may from time to time in their discretion deem fit, subject to the Companies Act, Putprop's MOI, the memoranda of incorporate of any of Putprop's subsidiaries, and the JSE Listings Requirements from time to time."
  • This general authority will be valid until the earlier of Putprop's next Annual General Meeting or the expiry of a period of 15 (fifteen) months from the date that this authority is given;
  • The securities which are the subject of the issue for cash must be of a class already in issue, or where this is not the case, must be limited to such securities or rights that are convertible into a class already in issue;
  • Any such issue may only be made to "public shareholders" as defined in paragraphs 4.25 to 4.27 of the JSE Listings Requirements and not, subject to the following, to related parties;
  • Related parties may participate in a general issue for cash through a bookbuild process provided
    • Related parties only participate with a maximum bid price at which they are prepared to take-up shares or at book close price. In the event of a maximum bid price and the book closes at a higher price, the relevant related party will be "out of the book" and not be allocated shares; and
    • Equity securities must be allocated equitably "in the book" through the bookbuild process and the measures to be applied must be disclosed in the SENS announcement launching the bookbuild;
  • The securities which are the subject of a general issue for cash may not exceed 15% (fifteen percent) of the number of listed securities, excluding treasury shares, as at the date of this Notice, being 42 405 133 securities. Any securities issued under this authorisation during the period of 15 (fifteen) months from the date that this authorisation will be deducted from the aforementioned 42 405 133 listed securities. In the event of a sub-division or a consolidation during the period contemplated above the authority will be adjusted to represent the same allocation ratio;
  • In determining the price at which securities may be issued in terms of this authority, the maximum discount permitted will be 10% (ten percent) of the weighted average traded price of such securities measured over the 30 (thirty) business days prior to the date that the price of the issue is agreed in writing between the issuer and the party/ies subscribing for the securities;
  • An announcement giving full details, including the number of securities issued, the average discount to the weighted average traded price of the securities over 30 (thirty) business days prior to the date that the issue is agreed in writing between Putprop and the parties subscribing for the securities and in respect of the issue of options and convertible securities the impact on the statement of financial position, net asset value per share, net tangible asset value per share, the statement of comprehensive income, earnings per share and headline earnings per share and, if applicable, diluted earnings and headline earnings per share, or in respect of an issue of shares, an explanation including supporting information (if any), of the intended use of the funds will be published when the Company has issued securities representing, on a cumulative basis within the earlier of the Company's next Annual General Meeting or the expiry of a period of 15 (fifteen) months from the date that this authority is given, 5% (five percent) or more of the number of securities in issue prior to the issue; and
  • Whenever Putprop wishes to use repurchased shares, held as treasury stock by any of its subsidiaries, such use must comply with the JSE Listings Requirements as if such use was a fresh issue of ordinary shares.

Note: Under the JSE Listings Requirements, ordinary resolution number 7 must be passed by more than 75% (seventyfive percent) of the votes cast in favour of the resolution by all members present or represented by proxy at the Annual General Meeting.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

7. Ordinary resolution number 8: Signature of documents

"Resolved that each director of the Company, or the Company Secretary, be and is hereby individually authorised to sign all such documents and do all such things as may be necessary for or incidental to the implementation of those resolutions set out in the Notice, at which this ordinary resolution is to be considered and approved."

Special resolutions

To consider and, if deemed fit, to pass, with or without modification, all the special resolutions relating to business set out below. At least 75% (seventy-five percent) of the voting rights exercised on each individual resolution must be exercised in favour of those resolutions in order for them to be passed.

8. Special resolution number 1: Non-executive Directors' remuneration

"Resolved that, unless otherwise determined by shareholders in general meeting and to the extent applicable in Section 66(9) of the Companies Act, the annual remuneration payable to the non-executive directors of Putprop for the period 1 March 2024 to 30 June 2026 be and is hereby approved as follows:"

Approved fee per meeting for Proposed fee per meeting for
the period 1 March 2024 to the period 1 March 2025 to
28 February 2025 30 June 2026
Type of fee (per meeting) R R
Board
Chair 28 000 32 000
Member 20 000 23 000
Audit Committee
Chair 19 000 22 000
Member 10 000 12 000
Risk Committee
Chair 22 000
Member 12 000
Remuneration Committee
Chair 10 000 12 000
Member 7 000 8 000
Nomination Committee
Chair 10 000 12 000
Member 7 000 8 000
Social and Ethics Committee
Chair Nil Nil
Member Nil Nil
Investment Committee
Chair Nil Nil
Member Nil Nil

Rationale: In terms of section 66(9) of the Companies Act, a company is required to pre-approve the payment of remuneration to non-executive directors for their services as directors for the ensuing financial year by means of a special resolution passed by shareholders of the Company within the previous two years.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

9. Special resolution number 2: General approval to acquire shares

"Resolved that, subject to the Companies Act sections 46 and 48 of the, Putprop's MOI and the JSE Listings Requirements, the Company, and/or any of its subsidiaries from time to time, be and are hereby authorised to acquire ordinary shares in Putprop."

The JSE Listings Requirements currently provide, inter alia, that:

  • The acquisition of the ordinary shares must be affected through the order book operated by the JSE trading system and done without any prior understanding or arrangement between Putprop and the counter party (reported trades are prohibited);
  • This general authority shall only be valid until the earlier of Putprop's next Annual General Meeting or the expiry of a period of 15 (fifteen) months from the date of passing of this special resolution;
  • In determining the price at which Putprop's ordinary shares are acquired in terms of this general authority, the maximum premium at which such ordinary shares may be acquired will be 10% (ten percent) of the weighted average of the market value at which such ordinary shares are traded on the JSE, as determined over the 5 (five) business days immediately preceding the date on which the transaction is affected.
  • At any point in time, Putprop may only appoint one agent to affect any acquisition/s on its behalf;
  • The acquisitions of ordinary shares, in aggregate, in any one financial year may not exceed 20% (twenty percent) of Putprop's issued ordinary share capital;
  • Putprop may only affect the repurchase once a resolution has been passed by the Board confirming that the Board has authorised the repurchase, that Putprop has passed the solvency and liquidity test ("test") and that since the test was done there have been no material changes to the financial position of the Group;
  • Putprop or its subsidiaries may not repurchase securities during a prohibited period as defined in paragraph 3.67 of the JSE Listings Requirements, unless:
    • The Company had a repurchase programme in place and the programme has been submitted to the JSE prior to the prohibited period commencing;
    • Only one independent third party has been instructed to execute the repurchase programme prior to the prohibited period commencing;
    • The repurchase programme includes the name and date of appointment of the independent third party instructed to execute the repurchase programme, the commencement and termination date of the repurchase programme and the fixed number of securities to be traded during the period;
    • An announcement will be published once Putprop has cumulatively repurchased 3% (three percent) of the number of the ordinary shares in issue at the time this general authority is granted ("initial number"), and for each 3% (three percent) in aggregate of the initial number acquired thereafter.

Rationale: The purpose and effect of this special resolution number 2 is to grant the directors of Putprop and/or its subsidiaries a general authority in terms of its MOI and the JSE Listings Requirements for the acquisition by Putprop and/ or its subsidiary companies of shares issued by it on the basis reflected in the special resolution.

It is the intention of Putprop's directors to use such authority should prevailing circumstances (including tax dispensations and market conditions), in their opinion, warrant it.

Other disclosure in terms of Section 11.26 of the JSE Listings Requirements

The JSE Listings Requirements require the following disclosure, which are contained in the Integrated Annual Report to which this Notice is attached:

  • Major shareholders of the Company page 238 and 239
  • Share capital of the Company page 211.

Material change

There have been no material changes in the affairs or financial position of Putprop and its subsidiaries since Putprop's financial year end and the date of this Notice.

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 (CONTINUED)

Directors' responsibility statement

The directors, whose names are given on pages 132 to 133 of the Integrated Annual Report to which this Notice is attached, collectively and individually accept full responsibility for the accuracy of the information pertaining to this special resolution number 2 and certify that, to the best of their knowledge and belief, there are no facts in relation to this special resolution that have been omitted which would make any statement in relation to this special resolution number 2 false or misleading, and that all reasonable enquiries to ascertain such facts have been made and that special resolution number 2, together with this Notice contains all information required by law and the JSE Listings Requirements in relation to it.

Adequacy of working capital

At the time that the contemplated repurchase is to take place, Putprop's directors will ensure that, after considering the effect of the maximum repurchase and for a period of 12 (twelve) months thereafter:

  • Putprop and its subsidiaries will be able to pay their debts as they become due in the ordinary course of business;
  • The consolidated assets of Putprop and its subsidiaries, fairly valued in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, will be in excess of the consolidated liabilities of the Company and its subsidiaries;
  • The issued share capital and reserves of Putprop and its subsidiaries will be adequate for the purpose of Putprop's ordinary business and that of its subsidiaries; and
  • The working capital available to Putprop and its subsidiaries will be sufficient for the Group's requirements.

10. Special resolution number 3: Loans or other financial assistance to subsidiaries

"Resolved that the shareholders of the Company hereby approve, in terms of Section 45 of the Companies Act, of the provision by Putprop, at any time and from time to time during the period of 2 (two) years commencing on the date of this special resolution number 3, of any direct or indirect financial assistance by way of a loan, guarantee or other obligation, to a subsidiary or joint venture of Putprop, provided that –

  • The Board, from time to time, determines (i) the specific recipient or general category of potential recipients of such financial assistance; (ii) the form, nature and extent of such financial assistance; and (iii) the terms and conditions under which such financial assistance is provided, and
  • The Board may not authorise the Company to provide any financial assistance pursuant to this special resolution number 3 unless the Board meets all those requirements of section 45 of the Companies Act which it is required to meet in order to authorise the Company to provide such financial assistance.

Rationale: The purpose of this special resolution number 3 is to grant the Board the authority to authorise Putprop to provide financial assistance, as contemplated in section 45 of the Companies Act, to a subsidiary or joint venture of Putprop.

Other business

To transact such other business as may be transacted at an Annual General Meeting or raised by shareholders with or without advance notice to Putprop.

By order of the Board

Acorim Proprietary Limited Company Secretary

30 August 2024 Illovo

Putprop Limited

FORM OF PROXY

Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa (Registration number 1988/001085/06) Share code: PPR ISIN: ZAE000072310 ("Putprop" or" the Company")

For use only by ordinary shareholders who:

  • hold ordinary shares in certificated form ("certificated ordinary shareholders"); or
  • have dematerialised their ordinary shares ("dematerialised ordinary shareholders") and are registered with "own-name" registration, at the Annual General Meeting of shareholders of the Company to be held at Boardroom 1, 22 Impala Road, Chislehurston, Sandton at 11:30 on Wednesday, 6 November 2024 and any adjournment thereof.

Dematerialised ordinary shareholders holding ordinary shares other than with "own-name" registration who wish to attend the Annual General Meeting must inform their Central Securities Depository Participant ("CSDP") or broker of their intention to attend the Annual General Meeting and request their CSDP or broker to issue them with the relevant Letter of Representation to attend the Annual General Meeting in person or by proxy and vote. If they do not wish to attend the Annual General Meeting in person or by proxy, they must provide their CSDP or broker with their voting instructions in terms of the relevant custody agreement entered into between them and the CSDP or broker. These ordinary shareholders must not use this form of proxy.

Name of beneficial shareholder
Name of registered shareholder
Address
Telephone work () Telephone home ( ) Cell:
being the holder/custodian of ____________ ordinary shares in the Company, hereby appoint (see note):
1. or failing him/her
2. or failing him/her

3. the Chair of the meeting

as my/our proxy to attend and act for me/us on my/our behalf at the Annual General Meeting of the Company convened for purpose of considering and, if deemed fit, passing, with or without modification, the special and ordinary resolutions to be proposed thereat ("resolutions") and at each postponement or adjournment thereof and to vote for and/or against such resolutions, and/ or abstain from voting, in respect of the ordinary shares in the issued share capital of the Company registered in my/our name/s in accordance with the following instructions:

FORM OF PROXY

(CONTINUED)

Number of Ordinary Shares
For Against Abstain
Ordinary resolution number 1
Re-election of Director
1.To re-elect Ms R Styber who, in terms of Article 25.7 of the Company's MOI, retires by
rotation.
Ordinary resolution number 2
Re-election of Director
2.To re-elect Mr G van Heerden who, in terms of Article 25.7 of the Company's MOI, retires
by rotation.
Ordinary resolution number 3
3.Election of independent non-executive directors to the Audit Committee
3.1.To appoint Mr H Hartley as a member and chair of the Putprop Audit Committee.
3.2.To appoint Ms R Styber as a member of the Putprop Audit Committee, subject to thepassing of ordinary resolution 1.
3.3.To appoint Mr G van Heerden as a member of the Putprop Audit Committee, subjectto the passing of ordinary resolution 2.
Ordinary resolution number 44.Appointment of external auditor
Ordinary resolution number 5
5.Advisory endorsement of remuneration policy and implementation report
5.1.Endorsement of remuneration policy
5.2.Endorsement of implementation report
Ordinary resolution number 6
6.Control of authorised but unissued ordinary shares.
Ordinary resolution number 7
7.Approval to issue ordinary shares, and to sell treasury shares, for cash.
Ordinary resolution number 8
8.Signature of documents.
Special resolution number 1
9.Approval of the non-executive director's remuneration.
Special resolution number 2
10.General approval to acquire shares.
Special resolution number 3
11.Loans or other financial assistance to subsidiaries

Please indicate instructions to proxy in the space provided above by the insertion therein of the relevant number of votes exercisable.

A member entitled to attend and vote at the Annual General Meeting may appoint one or more proxies to attend and act in his stead. A proxy so appointed need not be a member of the Company.

Signed at on 2024

Signature

Assisted by (if applicable)

NOTES TO THE PROXY

  1. Summary of rights contained in section 58 of the Companies Act, 2008 (Act 71 of 2008), as amended ("Companies Act")

In terms of section 58 of the Companies Act:

  • a shareholder may, at any time and in accordance with the provisions of section 58 of the Companies Act, appoint any individual (including an individual who is not a shareholder) as a proxy to participate in, and speak and vote at, a shareholders' meeting on behalf of such shareholder;
  • a proxy may delegate his or her authority to act on behalf of a shareholder to another person, subject to any restriction set out in the instrument appointing such proxy;
  • irrespective of the form of instrument used to appoint a proxy, the appointment of a proxy is suspended at any time and to the extent that the relevant shareholder chooses to act directly and in person in the exercise of any of such shareholder's rights as a shareholder;
  • irrespective of the form of instrument used to appoint a proxy, any appointment by a shareholder of a proxy is revocable, unless the form of instrument used to appoint such proxy states otherwise;
  • if an appointment of a proxy is revocable, a shareholder may revoke the proxy appointment by: (i) cancelling it in writing, or making a later inconsistent appointment of a proxy and (ii) delivering a copy of the revocation instrument to the proxy and to the Company; and
  • a proxy appointed by a shareholder is entitled to exercise, or abstain from exercising, any voting right of such shareholder without direction, except to the extent that the relevant Company's MOI, or the instrument appointing the proxy, provides otherwise (see point 7).
    1. The form of proxy must only be completed by shareholders who hold shares in certificated form or who are recorded on the sub-register in electronic form in "own name".
    1. Shareholders who have dematerialised their shares through a CSDP or broker without "own name" registration and wish to attend the Annual General Meeting must instruct their CSDP or broker to provide them with the relevant Letter of Representation to attend the Annual General Meeting in person or by proxy. If they do not wish to attend in person or by proxy, they must provide the CSDP or broker with their voting instructions in terms of the relevant custody agreement entered into between them and the CSDP or broker. Should the CSDP or broker not have provided the Company with the details of the beneficial shareholding at the specific request by the Company, such shares may be disallowed to vote at the Annual General Meeting.
    1. A shareholder entitled to attend and vote at the Annual General Meeting may insert the name of a proxy or the names of two alternate proxies (none of whom need be a shareholder of the Company) of the shareholder's choice in the space provided, with or without deleting "the Chair of the meeting". The person whose name stands first on this form of proxy and who is present at the Annual General Meeting will be entitled to act as proxy to the exclusion of those proxy(ies) whose names follow. Should this space be left blank, the proxy will be exercised by the Chair of the meeting.
    1. A shareholder is entitled to one vote on a show of hands and, on a poll, one vote in respect of each ordinary share held. A shareholder's instructions to the proxy must be indicated by the insertion of the relevant number of votes exercisable by that shareholder in the appropriate space provided. If an "X" has been inserted in one of the blocks to a particular resolution, it will indicate the voting of all the shares held by the shareholder concerned. Failure to comply with this will be deemed to authorise the proxy to vote or to abstain from voting at the Annual General Meeting as he/she deems fit in respect of all the shareholder's votes exercisable thereat. A shareholder or the proxy is not obliged to use all the votes exercisable by the shareholders or by the proxy, but the total of the votes cast and in respect of which abstention is recorded may not exceed the total of the votes exercisable by the shareholder or the proxy.
    1. A vote given in terms of an instrument of proxy shall be valid in relation to the Annual General Meeting notwithstanding the death, insanity or other legal disability of the person granting it, or the revocation of the proxy, or the transfer of the ordinary shares in respect of which the proxy is given, unless notice as to any of the aforementioned matters shall have been received by the transfer secretaries not less than 48 (forty eight) hours before the commencement of the Annual General Meeting, or 48 (forty eight) hours before any adjournment thereof.

NOTES TO THE PROXY

(CONTINUED)

    1. If a shareholder does not indicate on this form that his/her proxy is to vote in favour of or against any resolution or to abstain from voting, or gives contradictory instructions, or should any further resolution(s) or any amendment(s) which may properly be put before the Annual General Meeting be proposed, such proxy shall be entitled to vote as he/she thinks fit.
    1. The Chair of the Annual General Meeting may reject or accept any form of proxy which is completed and/or received other than in compliance with these notes.
    1. A shareholder's authorisation to the proxy including the Chair of the Annual General Meeting, to vote on such shareholder's behalf, shall be deemed to include the authority to vote on procedural matters at the Annual General Meeting.
    1. The completion and lodging of this form of proxy will not preclude the relevant shareholder from attending the Annual General Meeting and speaking and voting in person thereat to the exclusion of any proxy appointed in terms hereof.
    1. Documentary evidence establishing the authority of a person signing the form of proxy in a representative capacity must be attached to this form of proxy, unless previously recorded by the Company's transfer secretaries or waived by the Chair of the Annual General Meeting.
    1. A minor or any other person under legal incapacity must be assisted by his/her parent or guardian, as applicable, unless the relevant documents establishing his/her capacity are produced or have been registered by the transfer secretaries of the Company.
    1. Where there are joint holders of ordinary shares:
    • any one holder may sign the form of proxy;
    • the vote(s) of the senior ordinary shareholders (for that purpose seniority will be determined by the order in which the names of ordinary shareholders appear in the Company's register of ordinary shareholders) who tenders a vote (whether in person or by proxy) will be accepted to the exclusion of the vote(s) of the other joint shareholder(s).
    1. Forms of proxy should be lodged with or mailed to Computershare Investor Services (Proprietary) Limited:
Hand deliveries to: Postal deliveries to:
Computershare Investor Services (Proprietary) Limited Computershare Investor Services (Proprietary) Limited
Rosebank Towers Private Bag x9000
15 Biermann Avenue Saxonwold
Rosebank 2132
2196

to be received by no later than 11:30 on Monday, 4 November 2024, (or 48 (forty-eight) hours before any adjournment of the Annual General Meeting which date, if necessary, will be notified on SENS) provided that any form of proxy not delivered to the transfer secretary by this time may be handed to the Chair of the Annual General Meeting prior to commencement of the Annual General Meeting, at any time before the appointed proxy exercises their shareholder rights at the Annual General Meeting.

    1. A deletion of any printed matter and the completion of any blank space need not be signed or initialled. Any alteration or correction must be signed and not merely initialled.
    1. The completion of a form of proxy does not preclude any shareholder from attending the Annual General Meeting.

ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION APPLICATION FORM AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Putprop Limited Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa (Registration number: 1988/001085/06) Share code: PPR ISIN: ZAE000072310 ("Putprop" or "the Company" or "the Group")

Electronic participation

In terms of section 61(10) of the Companies Act, every shareholders' meeting of a public company must be reasonably accessible within South Africa for electronic participation by shareholders. Therefore, shareholders or their proxies may participate in the annual general meeting by way of electronic communication if they wish to do so.

Shareholders or their duly appointed proxies who wish to participate in the annual general meeting must complete this application form and email it (together with the relevant supporting documents referred to below) to the Group's Company Secretary, Acorim Proprietary Limited, at [email protected], to be received no later than 16:00 on Monday, 4 November 2024.

Upon receiving a completed Electronic Participation Application Form, the Group's Company Secretary will provide each verified shareholder or their duly appointed proxy (each, "a Participant") a Microsoft Teams meeting invitation with a link before the annual general meeting being held on Wednesday, 6 November 2024 at 11:30 to enable Participants to participate electronically in the annual general meeting. This link will be sent to the email address nominated by the Participant in the form below.

Please note:

The electronic platform to be utilised at the annual general meeting does not provide for electronic voting during the meeting. Accordingly, shareholders are strongly encouraged to submit votes by proxy in advance of the annual general meeting, by completing the Form of Proxy and lodging the completed proxy form together with this Electronic Participation Form with the Group's Company Secretary.

Participants will be liable for their own network charges in relation to electronic participation in the annual general meeting. Any such charges will not be for the account of the Group's Company Secretary or Putprop, who will also not be held accountable in the case of loss of network connectivity or other network failure due to insufficient airtime, internet connectivity, internet bandwidth and/or power outages which prevents any such Participant from participating in the annual general meeting.

By signing this application form, the Participant indemnifies and holds the Company harmless against any loss, injury, damage, penalty or claim arising in any way from the use of the telecommunications lines to participate in the annual general meeting or any interruption in the ability of the Participant to participate in the annual general meeting via electronic communication, whether or not the problem is caused by any act or omission on the part of the Participant or anyone else, including without limitation the Company and its employees.

ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION APPLICATION FORM AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Full name of shareholder -

Identity or registration number of shareholder -

Full name of authorized representative (if applicable) -

Identity number of authorized representative (if applicable) -

Email address -

*Note: This email address will be used by the company secretary to share the Microsoft Teams meeting link required to access the annual general meeting electronically.

Cell phone number -

Signed

Telephone/office number (including dialing codes) -

*Note: The electronic platform to be utilised for the annual general meeting does not provide for electronic voting during the meeting. Accordingly, shareholders are strongly encouraged to submit votes by proxy in advance of the annual general meeting, by completing the proxy form found on page 223.

Indicate (by marking with an "X") whether:

Votes will be submitted by proxy (in which case, please enclose the duly completed proxy form together with this form).

By signing this application form, I consent to the processing of my personal information above for the purpose of participating in Putprop's annual general meeting.

Signed at on 2024.

Documents required to be attached to this application form

    1. In order to exercise their voting rights at the annual general meeting, shareholders who choose to participate electronically may appoint a proxy, which proxy may participate in the annual general meeting, provided that a duly completed proxy form has been submitted in accordance with the instructions on that form, and as envisaged in the notice of the annual general meeting.
    1. Documentary evidence establishing the authority of the named person, including any person acting in a representative capacity, who is to participate in the annual general meeting, must be attached to this application form.
    1. If the shareholder is an individual, a certified copy of their identity document and/or passport must be attached to the application.
    1. If the shareholder is not an individual, a certified copy of a resolution by the relevant entity and a certified copy of the identity documents and/or passports of the persons who passed the relevant resolution, specifying the name of the individual that is authorised to represent the relevant entity at the annual general meeting by way of electronic participation.

Applications to participate by electronic communication will only be considered if this application form is completed in full, signed by the shareholder, its proxy or representative, and delivered as detailed above. The Company may in its sole discretion accept any incomplete application forms.

SHAREHOLDERS' DIARY

Financial year endRelease of audited results onSENSDespatch of annual report onor aboutAnnual general meetingRelease of unaudited interim results 31 December 30 June 2024
30 August 2024
10 September 2024
6 November 2024
2024 on or aboutDividend 70 payment 10 March 202531 October 2024
Dividend 2024 Declared Paid Amount (cents per share)
Interim – Dividend no 69 4 March 2023 6 April 2023 6.00
Final – Dividend no 70 15 September 2024 31 October 2024 8.50

CORPORATE INFORMATION

Putprop Limited

("the Group" or "the Company") Company Registration Number: 1988/001085/06 Share Code PPR ISIN: ZAE000072310

DIRECTORS

Daniele Torricelli (c,e,f,g,h,j) Chair a. Executive Hayden Hartley (b,c,d,e,g,j,i,k) b. Chair Audit and Bruno Carleo (a,g,j) Chief Executive Officer Risk Committees

René Styber (c,d,e,g,j) Risk Committees

  • James Smith (a,g,j) Chief Financial Officer c. Independent non-executive
    • d. Member of Audit and
  • Gerrit van Heerden (c,d,e,g,j) e. Member of the Remuneration and Nominations Committee
    • f. Chair Social and Ethics Committee
    • g. Member Social and Ethics Committee
    • h. Chair, Nomination Committee
    • i. Chair of Remuneration and Human Resources Committee
    • j. Member Investment Committee
    • k. Chair, Investment Committee

13th Floor, Illovo Point 15 Biermann Avenue 68 Melville Road Rosebank Illovo Johannesburg Sandton 2196

HLB CMA South Africa Delberg Attorneys INC Halfway House Estate, Building 2, Midrand, 221 Garsfontein Road, 1685 Menlyn, Pretoria

160 Main Street James Smith Johannesburg 22 Impala Road 2000 Chislehurston

COMPANY SECRETARY TRANSFER SECRETARIES

Acorim Proprietary Limited Computershare Investor Services Proprietary Limited

AUDITORS LEGAL ADVISORS

No.1 2nd Road, Summit Place Office Park, 2196

PRINCIPAL BANKERS INVESTOR RELATIONS AND

Absa Bank Limited REGISTERED OFFICE Sandton 2196 +27 11 883 8650

[email protected]

SPONSOR LISTING INFORMATION

Merchantec Capital Putprop Limited was listed on the JSE Limited on 4 July 1988 68 Melville Road Sector: Financial – Real Estate

13th Floor, Illovo Point JSE code: PPR Illovo Sandton 2196

GLOSSARY

"All Share" The JSE All Share Index
"Annual FinancialStatements" Group and Company Annual Financial Statements
"AR" and "AC" Audit and Risk Committee, now Audit Committee and Risk Committee
"B-BBEE" Broad-based black economic empowerment
"Companies Act" Companies Act, No. 71 of 2008, as amended
"CAB" Companies Amendment Bill 2023
"EXCO" Executive Committee
"GLA" Gross lettable area
"IASB" International Accounting Standards Board
"IFRS" International Financial Reporting Standards
"IT" Information Technology
"JSE" JSE Limited
"JSE Listings Requirements" Listings Requirements of the JSE Limited
"King IV" King Report on Corporate Governance for South Africa 2016TM,Copyright and trademarks are owned by the Institute of Directors in SouthernAfrica NPC and all of its rights are reserved.
"KPI" Key performance indicator
"the Board" The Board of Directors of Putprop Limited
"SAPOA" South African Property Owners Association
"SAICA" South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
"ESET" Environmental, Social, Ethics and Transformation Committee
"RC" Risk Committee
"Rode" Rode's Report on the South African Property Market
"RNHR" Remuneration Nomination and Human Resources Committee
"ZAR" South African Rand
"IBC" Inside Back Cover