Mr. FJJ Marais

Francois has been practicing as an architect since 1965 and has been involved with project implementation and management in the property industry in the categories of educational institutions, health facilities and all facets of commercial projects.

In 1990, he launched a division for project development. As a property developer, he has completed a private hospital, office buildings and residential units. Since 1995, Francois has focused on retail development and has been involved in the implementation of commercial projects to the value of approximately R3 billion so far. He has extensive experience in the initiation and financial implementation of property developments and, ultimately, the establishment of these developed properties as sought-after investment assets.

Francois, being one of the founding members of Safari, led the company as the CEO since incorporation.