FAQ's
Leasehold is a property ownership arrangement whereby the leaseholder holds the rights to use and occupy the land for a fixed period of time, while ownership remains with a third party. The lease agreement outlines the terms, obligations, and duration of the lease which reverts back to the owner at the end of the lease term.
Royal Jozini has secured a 99-year renewable lease with the King of Eswatini. As an investor, you will be entering into a sub-lease with Royal Jozini. A notarial deed is registered in the deeds office to serve as security for your investment.
It is advisable to discuss your options with Royal Jozini who will advise of the possible financing options.
On a foreign passport you can stay in Eswatini for up to 30 days. As a leaseholder, you qualify to apply for residency in Eswatini to live in Royal Jozini all year round.
Yes, Royal Jozini lodges are a fantastic investment as tourists book well in advance to stay at the lodges on the estate. Management and bookings of your lodge are at your own discretion.
A Board of Directors is elected annually by the members of the LOA. An annual estate operating budget is approved at the AGM and implemented by the Managing Director. The MD will be assisted by an Estate Manager whose job description will focus on daily operational issues. The Board meets quarterly to discuss important matters pertaining to the Estate. Each Board member has a portfolio of focus which includes Engineering, Financial, Political, Marketing and Management.
Royal Jozini is equipped with a perimeter game fence and over 30km of high-quality gravel roads and an additional 150k of bush tracks, ensuring easy access throughout the reserve. After a recent meeting with His Majesty King Mswati III – the Department of Works in Eswatini will receive instruction to assist in the construction of a causeway and additional gravelling of reserve roads. We are welcome for this support.
Water is abstracted from Lake Jozini, where it is treated through a Water Treatment Plant providing reliable, year-round supply. The reserve also offers four concrete slipways and arguably the best boating access on Jozini dam, a Marina area, and safe boat parking. These essential infrastructure elements support a seamless and sustainable experience for all at Royal Jozini.
Aardvark, Blue Wildebeest, Buffalo, Bushbuck, Black backed Jackal, Bushpig, Caracal, Chacma Baboon, Common Duiker, Common Genet, Common Reedbuck, Elephant, Hippopotamus, Impala, Kudu, Leopard, Mountain Reedbuck, Nyala, Pangolin, Porcupine, Red Duiker, Serval, Side striped Jackal, Spotted Hyena, Steenbok, Warthog, Waterbuck, Wild Dog (on occasion) and Zebra.
The only owner and visitor access to the game reserve is by the main entrance which is manned 24 hrs. All owner and visitor access works through the My Estate Life app with access codes being required.
Internally we have a team of 15 Field Rangers who operate from 4 strategically located Ranger Camps within the reserve. The Ranger team conducts anti-poaching patrols and observation on a continuous basis protecting our game and security from external threats.
Yes, you can purchase a sublease within a syndicate. Currently there are no limitations to the number of syndicated members. It is advisable that this number does not exceed 10 members.
Both countries form part of the Common Monetary Area (CMA) designed and implemented for economic benefit to the region. The Royal Jozini team will assist and can guide you through this during the sales process.
The lease is for 99 years and unless LOA has breached the lease and not remedied the breach, the lease will be renewed for another 99 years. Renewal beyond these two periods will require negotiation.
