New bill ignores major threats to social housing in SA

• The proposed PIE Amendment Bill of 2026 ignores major threats to social housing in South Africa, including unlawful occupations and organised rent boycotts.
• The Department of Human Settlements (DHS) insists the bill balances landowner and occupier rights, but social housing providers say non-payment and illegal occupation are pushing them towards collapse.
• The DHS is reviewing submissions from housing bodies, the public and NGOs, and the bill is set for parliament in Q2 of the 2026/27 financial year, despite concerns from NASHO and SOHCO.