Building the future
NASHO’s primary objective is to assist to build a strong and sustainable social housing sector in South Africa with Social Housing Institutions at the heart of the delivery.
Who is NASHO?
The National Association of Social Housing Organisations (NASHO) is an independent, member-based association comprising 21 social housing landlords, 11 social housing institutions (SHIs), 5 other delivery agents (ODAs), 4 municipal-owned entities, and 1 support organisation, all operating across Southern Africa
NASHO was formed at an inaugural congress held in May 2002 and formally launched by the then National Housing Minister, Sankie Mthembi-Mahanyele.
What does NASHO do?
Ensure that the Social Housing sector grows and is strong and sustainable NASHO by providing the following services:
- Information and publicity about Social Housing
- Research,
- Advocacy,
- Development of capacity of SHIs and other stakeholders
- Technical advice and assistance
- Developing innovative support projects
Social Housing in action
Equal Spaces
Programme
The Equal Spaces: Social Housing to End Spatial Apartheid in South Africa Project is part of the bilateral development program between the Governments of Canada and South Africa.
Our SHI Members
Please note: NASHO does not handle rental or procurement enquiries. For rentals, contact SHIs directly via our member directory.






























