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CONTENTS Issue 93
CONTENTS Welcome.................................................2 Thula Thula.............................................3 Aug-Sept Highlights...........................4 A Whale of a time...............................6 Family Fun & Adventure....................7 Do KZN Heritage.................................9 Duzi 2 Sani.......................................... 14 Spotlight on Entertainment.......... 15 Durban.................................................. 16 Pietermaritzburg / Midlands......... 22 North Coast........................................ 24 Drakensberg........................................ 26 South Coast........................................ 28 Elephant Coast................................... 31 Zululand............................................... 33 Battlefields.......................................... 35
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SANIBONANI and Welcome to the Exceptional Zulu Kingdom Our tourism sector has enjoyed major economic spin offs from the thousands of people who converged on the province from all over the country and the continent to enjoy some of our world class event and hospitality, spectacular weather and overall splendor of KwaZulu-Natal.
PHINDILE MAKWAKWA Acting CEO of Tourism KwaZulu-Natal VIEW OUR BROCHURES ONLINE:
Accommodation Guide
Meetings Industry Guide
Explore the East3Route
Tourism Tattler
KZN Tourist Map
Travellers Tips
KZN Travel Guide
Wedding Planner
ZULU KINGDOM DESTINATION BROCHURES:
Battlefields
North Coast
Drakensberg
PMB & Midlands
Durban
Elephant Coast
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South Coast
Zululand
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The VODACOM DURBAN JULY, which has become the biggest race horsing event in the country, attracting over 40 000 visitors for the weekend and adding a whopping R300 million into the economy of the province. This year, we also welcomed a few special guests from across the African continent, which included 35 travel agents, tour operators and media from Zambia, DRC, Namibia and Botswana. This initiative is a collaboration with various tourism trade partners to grow this prestigious event into a truly Pan African event. Africa is already one of our biggest key source markets and we want to bring even more numbers from the continent and events such as these are big drawcards for the region. We also collaborated with South African Tourism to bring influencers, bloggers and celebrities from West Africa to shine the spotlight on KZN’s tourism attractions. With a combined audience of over 5 million social media followers, the hosted guests shared some of their tourism experiences in KZN with their followers giving them a taste of what the province has to offer. Again, this year, we continued our partnership with the ECR HOUSE AND GARDEN SHOW that attracts over 50 000 visitors through their gates in ten days. We ran a Virtual Reality activation that gave visitors a chance to sample some of the provinces key tourism attractions such as adventure, culture and beach. This will also be rolled out in a number of tourism exhibition across the country. As part of our transformation initiatives, in September this year, we will be taking a total 20 young women from the rural areas of this province to participate in practical training in hospitality management for a period of 2 years in United Arab Emirates as a collaboration between us, as TKZN and EVOLVING WOMEN PROGRAMME based in Dubai. On completion of the programme and on return to the country, these young women will be placed on employment opportunities with
various institutions and companies in the hospitality sector. September is also TOURISM MONTH, we are happy to announce that KwaZulu-Natal will be hosting the official South African celebrations together with the Department of Tourism, South African Tourism, the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs and Umgungundlovu District Municipality. This year’s Tourism Month theme “‘TOURISM AND JOBS: A BETTER FUTURE FOR ALL’ will highlight the importance of tourism, its social, cultural, political and economic value. Furthermore, we will be closely with South African Tourism as well as our trade partners to put together value for money deals to inspire the people of KwaZulu-Natal to travel this exceptional province. We will also be taking members of the media around the province to showcase many of our tourism gems in order to encourage more tourists to choose KZN as their number one travel destination of choice. As families and travel enthusiasts begin to narrow down their travel options for the upcoming Festive Season, we will be amplifying our domestic tourism campaign across a variety of media platforms. Potential travelers will be able to book their next holiday to the Zulu Kingdom in a click of a button. OUR TRAVEL APP continues to be a valuable tool for our consumers to search for the best accommodation, tourism attractions, restaurants and events when they are on holiday in the province. For more tourism related information, consumers are welcomed to visit our Information Offices at Ushaka Marine World, King Shaka International Airport and Long Street in Cape Town. Do not forget to visit all our social media platforms for more information on our destination. * Facebook (KZNTourism) * Instagram (@tourismkzn_official) * Twitter (@Tourism KZN) * YouTube (KwaZulu-Natal Tourism Authority) * Pintrest (KZN Tourism)
THULA THULA VOLUNTEERS ACADEMY DO YOU LIKE THE BUSH? YOU ARE FAN OF CONSERVATION? You would like to learn more about nature? And you want to “get your hands dirty” and make the difference? Your aim is to give something back to conservation? Then we welcome you to the Thula Thula Volunteers Academy! The home of the Elephant Whisperer and An Elephant in My Kitchen, paradise to the most unique elephant family, two hand-raised orphaned rhinos, an abundance of antelope, giraffe, hyena, a hippo family, many other animals and a vast array of birds. Yet it is a paradise under threat. Poachers have declared war onto the African wildlife, be it for the “pot” or to harm our rhino to murder them for their horns and ill-believe. Invasive plants and species need to be cleared as they threaten indigenous plants. And our local communities need to be educated about the importance of conservation, and at times simply need a hand from us in their day to day lives. At the Thula Thula Volunteer Academy you slip into the role of an Assistant Conservation Manager and assist our dedicated and passionate rangers with every role in African conservation and nature preservation. This bestselling book is available in all bookstores in SA. For other countries availability, please check the website: www. AnElephantInMyKitchen.com IF YOU LOVED LAWRENCE’S THE ELEPHANT WHISPERER, OR JUST WANT TO SPEND TIME WITH SOME VERY SPECIAL ANIMALS, THEN YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THIS SPARKLING BOOK.
Only 2 hours from Durban and 45 minutes from Richards Bay. Experience the best Safari and finest cuisine at the oldest Private Game Reserve in Zululand.
EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE GAME RESERVE, SAFARI LODGE, LUXURY TENTED CAMP AND CONFERENCE CENTRE Elephant Safari Lodge - Luxury, stylish décor and gourmet cuisine. In airconditioned chalets. Luxury Tented Camp - Authentic African bush experience. Conference Centre - Up to 25 delegates. DAY VISITORS WELCOME FOR GAME DRIVE AND LUNCH Visit our website www.thulathula.com for special package on offer, or call us on 073 266 8577 / 082 259 9732 or email us on info@thulathula.com
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AUG-SEPT HIGHLIGHTS 3 Aug THE HILTON CAR SHOW Grace College – Hilton College Rd, Hilton. Tel: 033 343 2177 3 & 4 Aug THE WEDDING EXPO Sibaya Sun Park. (Book via Ticketpro)
9 Aug MEMEL WALK (walk, run) – Memel, Newcastle Tel: Johan – 082 923 0078 10 Aug BATTLE OF THE MUSOs & BATTLE OF THE TRACK (MTB) Drakensberg Boys Choir School, Dragon Peaks, KZN Central Drakensberg. www.dbchoir.com 9 Aug 12:00 ANNUAL IMBOKODO PICNIC celebrating Women’s Day, with attractions such as music, food and fashion stalls as well as pampering activities – Aloe Wildlife Estate, Camperdown. 11 Aug ARNO CARSTENS & ARD MATTHEWS at Marriott Ballito Beats - Sugar Rush Park, Ballito www.ballitobeats.co.za / Tel: 083 456 8435 25 Aug MANDELA DAY MARATHON Mandela Capture Site. www.mandelamarathon.com. Tel: 033 897 6713 29-31 Aug 17:30 THE MERCURY WINE WEEK: South Africa’s oldest wine event Greyville Racecourse. www.mercurywineweek.co.za. Tel: 082 378 0279 30 Aug THE BERG SHOW Bergville, Northern Drakensberg. www.thebergshow.co.za 4
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AUG-SEPT HIGHLIGHTS 6-8 Sept PIETERMARITZBURG GARDEN SHOW Royal Show Grounds, Chief Albert Luthuli St, Pietermaritzburg. www.gardenshow.co.za
30 Aug-1 Sep 09:00 MAMMA MAGIC BABY EXPO Durban ICC. (011 465 8955)
21 Sept ISICATHAMIYA COMPETITION Emnambithi/Ladysmith Tel: Luke Makhubo – 083 635 3663 / Sandile Hadebe – 078 365 0194
12-15 Sept UGU FILM FESTIVAL Wild Coast Sun Hotel & Casino. Tel: Senzo Zindele – 073 818 0687
26-29 Sept WHITE MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL White Mountain Lodge, Central Drakensberg www.c-weed.com / Tel: 082 892 617 13-15 Sept HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL Hilton College, Hilton. www.hiltonfestival.co.za / Tel: 033 383 0127 Early Sept – date TBA ZULU REED DANCE eNyokeni Palace, Nongoma Tel: 035 833 2044
20-22 Sept DOLOS FEES 2019 Alkantstrand, Richards Bay www.dolosfees.co.za
28 Sep 12:00-23:00 CORONA SUNSETS MUSIC FESTIVAL Shongweni Club. (Tickets from corona.howler.co.za)
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NO DOUBT, THE BEST WAY TO VIEW WHALES AND DOLPHINS UP CLOSE IS FROM A BOAT THE ISLE OF CAPRI CRUISES offers an exhilarating 2 hour cruise into the ocean on their boat “Bafana”, to view one of the world’s most magnificent mammals, the Humpback Whale! The trip takes you into the Indian Ocean and close to the Mozambican current to encounter them at close range. All trips have friendly and fully qualified whale tour guides on board, to share their vast knowledge of the ocean and its creatures with you. Every year, from June to November, whales can frequently be seen off the KwaZulu-Natal coast on their migratory route, from the Southern Oceans to the warmer tropical waters for mating and giving birth, and on their return, heading for the nutrient rich waters of Antarctica. By law, you are not allowed to approach within 300m from a whale, unless you are aboard a boat permitted by the Department of Marine and Coastal Management. Permit holders are all members of the South African Boat-Based Whale Watching Association and as such are required to adhere to a strict code of conduct and to undergo training. The Isle of Capri Cruises boasts one of two whale watching permits awarded in Durban.
We also offer: • Hourly Harbour Cruises from 10am - 4pm (conditions apply) • Sea Cruises at 12.30pm and 2.30pm • Educational School Trips • Boat Rides • Party Cruises • Fishing
FOR AN UNSURPASSED WHALE WATCHING OPPORTUNITY OR BOAT RIDE, MAKE YOUR BOOKING TODAY! 14 - 18 Boatman Road, Wilson’s Wharf Tel: 031 305 3099 | Cell: 082 851 4787 | info@isleofcapri.co.za | www.isleofcapri.co.za 6
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DO KZN HERITAGE GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR ROUTES AND HERITAGE More than just sunshine and golden beaches, the Zulu Kingdom is the ultimate traveller’s destination. To find out more about the exceptional experiences you can enjoy in KZN, go to
WWW.ZULU.ORG.ZA
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Zulu Kingdom. Exceptional
TKZN #DoKZN Heritage
KwaZulu-Natal comprises everything from beach, bush and battlefields, rolling hills and lofty mountains to cultural diversity, traditions and intriguing legends… It has a history dating back thousands of years to when the San left their symbolic paintings on the walls of caves in the Drakensberg, to the African tribes that made their way south and settled in this rich verdant land. To when British settlers landed in a bay, that would eventually be called Durban, to when the hardy Voortrekkers made their way over the Drakensberg and when indentured Indian workers arrived to work in the sugar cane plantations. To the decades of war between Brit and Boer, Brit and Zulu and later the years of struggle that laid the foundation to South Africa’s hard-won democracy.
And to recent years when those born into freedom leave their mark in all aspects of society. But, as anyone who has visited KZN will know, this is a destination that is SO more than the sum of its parts. And nowhere is this more evident than in the sophisticated cosmopolitan city of DURBAN, where this melting pot of cultural diversity is most evident. Sample the unique vibrancy of township life, the finest curries outside India and a cultural vibe like no other.
Dig deeper into the history of the region with a visit to Inanda, for a glimpse into the lives of icons like MAHATMA GANDHI, a symbol of peace the world over, at his Phoenix Settlement north of Durban; DR JOHN LANGALIBALELE DUBE, the founding president of the African National Congress (in 1912), and whose gravesite is at the Ohlange Institute in Inanda. NELSON MANDELA cast his historic vote in South Africa’s first democratic elections here. In uMlazi, two statues pay tribute to GRIFFITHS AND VICTORIA MXENGE, two anti-apartheid activists who died for the struggle – their home now being transformed into a museum. Or visit the Kunene Museum in Glenwood, home of PROFESSOR MAZISI KUNENE, freedom fighter, literary icon and poet. Head up the NORTH COAST, home to beautiful beaches, coastal villages and towns and rolling hills of green – the regions sugar cane fields. A fascinating cultural mix exists in this region that was once part of the great Zulu empire built by KING SHAKA. This was created by the subsequent wave of adventurers moving into the area, from the arrival of colonialists and French Mauritian sugar cane growers to the indentured Indian labourers. Tongaat, home to the oldest Indian community in South Africa, is where the first indentured Indian labourers settled in 1860 to work in the sugar plantations. Kwa-Dukuza (formerly Stanger) is home to the burial place of Shaka, the great Zulu King, and the Luthuli Museum, a must see for all visitors to get a deeper understanding in South Africa’s road to democracy. Here one gets to understand the values, legacy and philosophies of CHIEF ALBERT LUTHULI – the first African to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his non-violent stance in the fight for liberation.
Head north and you cross the mighty Thukela River into ZULULAND, where the Zululand coast’s golden shores are gently caressed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, offering idyllic beaches and crystal-clear waters. The fascinating culture and history of the Zulu people, rich in tradition and symbolism, is visibly evident in this captivating region. From the growth and development of one of the great nations of Africa, the AmaZulu, with a long legacy of royal kings to one of its greatest challenges - the supremacy of the British Empire during the tragic but heroic days of the Anglo-Zulu War. Experience Zulu royalty with a tour of ROYAL PALACE and it’s homesteads in Nongoma, or a visit to the annual REED DANCE. Every year in September, thousands of Zulu maidens gather at KING GOODWILL ZWELUTHINI’S royal palace for the Zulu Reed Dance. The Reed Dance is a colourful and cultural celebration that promotes respect for young women and preserves the custom of keeping girls as virgins until marriage. In the far north of the province is the ELEPHANT COAST, so named for the huge herds of elephant that once roamed free before being hunted out. Visitors can once again see these magnificent animals in the ISIMANGALISO WETLAND PARK – South Africa’s first World Heritage Site. The name ‘isimangaliso’ is said to be derived from the story of KING SHAKA – when he was assassinated in 1828, his most trusted servant, JEQE, fearing a similar fate fled from Zululand and discovered the land of the Tsonga people. A beautiful place that caused him to exclaim, ‘isimangaliso’ meaning ‘a miracle’ or something wonderous’ in Zulu.
This region is rich in stories of history and culture… one such story being that of the legendary GHOST MOUNTAIN, where over the years flickering fires and strange lights have been seen. From early times the bodies of Shangaan Chiefs had been buried there, and still are… ‘It is a great and strange mountain’ wrote Sir Ryder Haggard, ‘it is haunted also and named the Ghost Mountain, and on top of it is a grey peak rudely shaped like the head of an old woman’.
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The BATTLEFIELDS region, with more recorded battlefields than anywhere else in Africa, is where visitors can ‘walk’ in the footsteps of SHAKA, WINSTON CHURCHILL, MAHATMA GANDHI AND GENERAL LOUIS BOTHA – all famous for the part they played in the history of the KwaZulu-Natal. Knowledgeable, friendly and accredited local guides are available and guarantee hour upon hour of captivating company. Listen in awe as they paint a vivid picture in the theatre of the mind with stories of the BATTLES OF ISANDLWANA, RORKE’S DRIFT AND BLOOD RIVER amongst others. The BATTLE OF ISANDLWANA is a significant one, where a 25,000-strong Zulu Impi defeated British forces camped at the base of the Isandlwana hill making this battle the single biggest defeat of the British in Africa during Queen Victoria’s reign. Today cairns mark the graves of the fallen British soldiers and an impressive bronze memorial commemorates the fallen Zulu warriors.
Seek out the various mission stations of the TRAPPIST MONKS and walk through the stunning landscapes of ALAN PATON’S ‘CRY THE BELOVED COUNTRY’, or take a ride on the PATON EXPRESS, a vintage steam train that travels from Ncala siding near Ixopo and experience the Africa that Paton so loved. The KZN MIDLANDS with its gentle demeanour, green pastures and abundant forests belies its history of clandestine operations and significant events – none more so that the capture of NELSON MANDELA on a roadside near Howick. This spot is now commemorated with an impressive steel structure and a museum. The EDENDALE AND IMBALI HERITAGE AND FREEDOM ROUTE provides the history of the struggle of Blacks against the City Colonial powers since 1851. The route is part of KZN FREEDOM ROUTE incorporating NELSON MANDELA, MAHATMA GANDHI, ALAN PATON, JOHN DUBE AND CHIEF ALBERT LUTHULI. It also captures MANDELA’S appearance and speech in the All in Africa Conference at Manaye Hall in 1961 and the political struggles of the 1980s.
The UKHAHLAMBA DRAKENSBERG Mountain range is KwaZulu-Natal’s other World Heritage Site. The Zulu name, uKhahlamba, meaning ‘barrier of spears’ and the Afrikaans name Drakensberge, meaning ‘dragon mountains’, aptly describes this awe-inspiring region. A highlight of any visit to the Drakensberg is seeking out ancient BUSHMAN ROCK ART, evidence of the San people who lived in the area long time ago. These paintings are one of the Drakensberg’s greatest cultural treasures, with some 30,000 individual rock paintings having been recorded at 500 different cave and overhang sites between ROYAL NATIONAL PARK in the north and BUSHMAN’S NEK in the south.
KwaZulu-Natal, the place to be… the place to #DoKZNHeritage
Head south and you’re in KZN’s SOUTH COAST region, a region of lush coastal forests, rocky bays and endless beaches. But it has wonderful opportunities to experience local Zulu culture by visiting local communities and experiencing day-to-day life. Another cultural experience is the annual UMGUBHO WEZINTOMBI, or the Maidens Ceremony as it’s popularly known, where girls participate in the traditional dance of the maidens to celebrate their purity and to be chosen for possible inclusion in the famous REED DANCE.
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There’s always a full dance card on KZN’s entertainment scene as Winter morphs into Spring. This season is no exception. The KWAZULUNATAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA’S 2019 EARLY SPRING Season runs each Thursday from 22 August to 12 September, with World Symphony Series concerts performed in the Durban City Hall on 22 August, and on 5 and 12 September, and in The Playhouse Opera on 5 September, each event starting at 19h30. For details of the season’s stellar line-up of guest artists, and the exciting repertoire to be enjoyed, call 031-369 9438, email bookings@kznphil.org.za or visit www.kznphil.org.za. The Playhouse Company follows tradition, presenting the 23RD EDITION OF ITS SOUTH AFRICAN WOMEN’S ARTS FESTIVAL (SAWAF) in celebration of Women’s Month. The festival roster features exciting drama, music and dance as well as crafts, topical discussions and fun, free entertainment, all showcasing works performed, created or inspired by women, in various venues in the city-centre Playhouse complex, from Wednesday to Saturday, 7 to 10 August. SAWAF’s drama offering this year is a classic – Willy Russell’s celebrated comedy-drama, Shirley Valentine, to be staged at 7.30 pm daily from Wednesday to Saturday, August 8 to 10, at the Playhouse Drama theatre. Directed by Steven Stead, much loved leading lady of the Durban stage, Lisa Bobbert reprises her multi-award winning portrayal of an individual with lost dreams and a lack of purpose, who then discovers the opportunity and courage to change her life for the better. Also a must for the diary is TRAFFICKED, a dancedrama by Phakama Dance Theatre, a professional dance company developed as part of the Playhouse’s Dance Residency Programme. Dancers Leagan Peffer, Nkanyiso Kunene and Sandile Mkhize form part of the dance troupe. Trafficked will have festival performances in the Playhouse Loft theatre at 10am on 7 August, 10am and noon on 8 August, 7pm on 9 August, and 3pm and 7pm on 10 August. The festival’s music highlight will be the TRADITIONAL EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT at 7pm on Women’s Day, Friday, 9 August, in the Playhouse’s large Opera theatre. Directed by award-winning Durban theatre personality Clare Mortimer, this concert will highlight such glittering talents as celebrated singer-actress and musician Tu Nokwe; internationally renowned and award-
winning African ‘Queen of Ndebele’ music, Dr Nothembi Mkhwebane; maskandi groups Vumile Mngoma and Izingane Zoma; and, as the show host, popular musician, motivational speaker Dawn Thandeka King. And for more information including workshops, discussions, exhibitions and more, email CommsCord@playhousecompany.com Another Playhouse attraction is a twice-off guest appearance by the RUSSIAN COSSACK DANCE ENSEMBLE for Durban on Saturday 31 August at 2pm and 6pm. Also running at The Playhouse this season, from 6 to 15 September, is the muchloved SHALL WE DANCE annual extravaganza, bringing a number of dancing genres to life on the stage, in a dazzling showcase of the magnificent styles of ballroom, Latin American, Belly dancing, Bollywood, ballet and everything in-between. For more info like the Facebook page, Shall We Dance SA. Tickets are available through Webtickets. Cape Town comedian DALIN OLIVER hits Durban with his third one man Stand-Up Comedy Show – ADULTING. Written and performed by Dalin, and directed by Stuart Taylor, this hot-property laugh-a-line act plays the Happy Hippo Comedy Club, 222 Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Durban Central, on 30 and 31 August, starting at 8pm. Oliver recently turned 30 and noticed that people expect him to have it all together when in actual fact, it’s all falling apart. Not literally, okay sometimes, but figuratively, mostly, because each day leads to more challenges and confusion about how to survive in the “big world”. Adulting is soooooo hard people. Bookings @ www.quicket.co.za, or call 083 426 7504. Tickets are R100 per person.
Also on the comedy front, the inimitable BENNY BUSHWHACKER (aka funny man Ben Voss) appears at the Sneddon theatre until 11 August. The Republic of South Africa proudly welcomes home, Benny Bushwhacker, world renowned conservationist, environmental campaigner, and the only man to have thrice walked the length of Africa barefoot. The legend returns to share what it takes to survive the African bush… and for the African bush to survive. For more info visit www. benvoss.co.za or like https://www.facebook.com/ BennyBushwhacker. UKZN’s Centre for Creative Arts presents the annual JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience at the Sneddon from 27 August – 8 September. Star acts by Cape Town’s JazzArt company, and a collaboration between luminaries, Boyzie Cekwana and Danya Hammoud, will be complimented by a variety of workshops. For more information call 031-260 1650, or visit www.cca.ukzn.ac.za. The HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL, now in its 27th year, takes place from 13 to 15 September on the campus of Hilton College in the KZN Midlands. The full programme will appear in KZN copies of The Sunday Times on Sunday 11 August. Booking opens on 12 August, and the programme will be live on the festival website from the morning of 12 August. For more info visit www.hiltonfestival. co.za or contact the Festival Office on admin@ hiltonfestival.co.za or 033 383 0127. Finally, for the details of the robust line-up of enticing supper theatre and revue shows in store for enthusiasts in Durban’s popular Rhumbelow Theatre chain of venues this August and September, visit www.therhumbelow.wordpress. com, or log onto https:///events.durbantheatre. com/ or email roland@stansell.co.za. Here are a few highlights: RHUMBELOW DBN 2-4 August JONATHAN ROXMOUTH - LENNY ANDREW STEVE & ME 8-25 August WOODSTOCK 50 YEAR CELEBRATION - BARRY THOMSON & THE REALS RHUMBELOW TINAS 2-4 August LAUREL CANYON – BARRY THOMSON & THE REALS 9-11 August MARICO MOON - Herman Charles Bosman 16-18 August WHILE MY GUITAR - Erin Fourie and Daniel Rossouw. www - WHAT, WHERE & WHEN Aug-Sept 2019 15
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DURBAN Visitors to Durban get to experience the sights and sounds of this typically African city, a city that abounds with cultural diversity and multi-cultural traditions. From its divided past to its democratic present, Durban offers several opportunities for visitors to walk in the shoes of those who impacted our present through their selfless struggle – learn from the past and embrace the present. Take a fascinating journey through the past as you visit museums, homes and hideouts of the regions many anti-apartheid activists by following the KwaZulu-Natal Freedom Route, which spans the cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg. Visit the KwaMuhle Museum and view Durban through the eyes of African’s who lived and worked here from 1928 to the late 1980s – learn more about labour regulations, separate housing and the subsequent protest action. Or venture into Cato Manor, an informal settlement on the outskirts of the city, and visit the Cato Manor Heritage Centre. Large black and white photographic prints vividly depict the stark realities of evictions, rebellion, riots and suppression. Be sure to visit the Ohlange Institute in Inanda, that was founded by John Langalibalele Dube in 1901. He was a teacher, publisher, editor, novelist, poet and politician, and founded the Inanda Seminary Institute for Girls because he wanted them to have a Western education but not lose their African roots. He also wanted black people to go into business and in 1903 founded Ilanga, an isiZulu newspaper. A man of vision, who as founding President of the ANC, sowed the seeds of the democracy we appreciate today. Durban’s past is also revealed in its architecture, with a profusion of Colonial, Cape Dutch, Indian and even Oriental styles. From the neobaroque City Hall, the Tudor-styled Playhouse, the neo-Gothic style of the Emmanuel Cathedral and the many Victorian and Georgian styled buildings in popular Florida Road. As well as the Juma Musjin Mosque with its gilt-domed minarets and marbled worship hall. This mosque, also known
DID YOU KNOW? as the Grey Street Mosque, is the largest in the Southern hemisphere. In Chatsworth there is the Temple of Understanding, the largest Hare Krishna Temple in Africa whose architecture was inspired by the lotus flower. But the best way to feel the rhythm and vibe of the City and to experience it’s history and culture is get to know the people – have a bunny-chow or traditional Durban curry at one of the many curry restaurants in Durban, feel the vibe at a local township tavern while shisanyama (barbequed meat) sizzles on the open fire or dine in style with perfectly plated fusion cuisine at a local restaurant. Put your dancing shoes on and move to the sound of local jazz at The Chairman – appreciate the wall of album covers behind the bar, symbolic of the way messages were passed during the Apartheid era. And experience the rhythm and soul of Africa at the Bat Centre, Durban’s multi-purpose centre for the performing arts. The colourful buildings with their murals, mosaics and artwork are home to artists-in-residence, galleries and performances of music, poetry and the spoken word… check out their Facebook page for details of upcoming events
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WHERE TO SHOP & WHAT TO DO MARKETS & SHOPPING The I t Market (031 582 8242 or www.iheartmarket.blogspot.com) features local foodies and designers on the first Saturday of every month, 09:00-14:00, on the Imbizo Lawns, Moses Mabhida Stadium. There’s music, food and crafts at Musgrave Centre’s Roof Top Night Market (031 277 8420) which takes place in the parking lot, Level 5, on the first Friday of the month from 17:00 to 21:30. The Musgrave Market (Melissa 073 625 6725) is wheelchair and animal friendly, and takes place every Saturday from 09:00-15:00 at Berea Park. Attractions include craft and fashion stalls, food stalls, fresh produce stalls and a kiddies’ entertainment area. Antiques, food, fine art, books, fashion, music and more can be found at The Stables Lifestyle Market (031 312 3058), a family and pet-friendly environment situated at Jacko Jackson Drive, next to King’s Park. Opens Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 18:00-22:00, Sundays & public holidays 10:00-17:00. The Victoria Street Market (031 306 4021), Durban’s original Indian market, is situated in Berta Mkhize Street and opens daily to sell everything from brass ornaments, curios and clothing to fish, spices and music.
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The Amphitheatre Craft Market (031 301 3200) is open every Sunday 09:00-16:00 on Durban Beachfront, with the focus on curios and textiles. Located behind Greyville Racecourse, First Avenue, the Greyville Car Boot & Second Hand Clothing Market (083 300 2999) takes place on a Sunday between 05:00 and 15:00. The African Art Centre (031 312 3804), which has recently moved to the Phansi Museum, Roberts House, 500 Esther Roberts Road in Glenwood, nurtures and promotes the work of original artists and craftspeople, and showcases a variety of high quality fine art, Zulu beadwork, ceramics and baskets. Every purchase made provides income and employment for more than 600 artists and crafters currently supported by the Centre. MUSEUMS The most-visited natural science museum in the country, attracting just under 300 000 visitors annually, the Durban Natural Science Museum (031 311 2256/42) at Durban City Hall is open Monday-Saturday 08:30-16:00; Sunday & holidays 11:00-16:00. The Natural Science Museum Research Centre offers the public access to the third largest collection of birds in Africa!
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Situated at the Durban Jewish Centre, 44 KE Masinga Rd, the Durban Holocaust Centre (031 368 6833 or dbnholocaust@djc. co.za) contains displays and information on the Holocaust and other human rights abuses. The Port Natal Maritime Museum (031 322 9598) offers an insight into this port city’s maritime culture, with exhibits like the steam tug JR More as well as the minesweeper SAS Durban and more; situated at the Bay end of Samora Machel Street, next to the BAT Centre. The Phansi Museum (031 206 2889), cnr 41 Cedar & Esther Roberts roads, has a wealth of Southern African artefacts. 8 Aug 17:00 Film Screening: Raise the Red Lantern; 12 Sep 17:00
Film Screening: Bob Roberts. Regional culture and history is wonderfully preserved at the Campbell Collections (tours 031 207 3432, library 031 207 3711) in 220 Gladys Mazibuko Rd. There’s Apartheid history at Kwa Muhle Museum (031 311 2213), 130 Braam Fischer Rd, and Cato Manor Heritage Centre (031 261 3216), 750 Rick Turner Rd; Indian culture at Durban Cultural & Documentation Centre (031 309 7559), cnr Epsom Rd & Derby St; and colonial & pre-colonial history at Old House Museum (031 311 2261), 31 St Andrews St, and the Old Court House Museum (031 311 2225), 77 Samora Machel St. www - WHAT, WHERE & WHEN Aug-Sept 2019 17
DURBAN STREET MAP AND TOURIST INFORMATION & SERVICES STREET NAME CHANGES NEW NAME.................................FORMER NAME Anton Lembede..........................Smith St Archie Gumede..........................Old Fort Place Bertha Mkhize.............................Victoria St Bertha Mkhize.............................Victoria St Braam Fischer..............................Ordinance Rd Charlotte Maxeke......................Beatrice St Che Guevara................................Moore Rd Chris Ntuli....................................Old Dutch Rd David Webster.............................Leopold St Denis Hurley................................Queen St Dorothy Nyembe.......................Gardiner St Dr Goonam..................................Prince Edward Dr Langalibalele Dube..............Winder St Dr Pixley Kaseme.......................West St Dr Yusuf Dadoo...........................Grey St Dullah Omar................................Masonic Grove Esther Roberts.............................Frere Rd Felix Dlamini................................Brickfield Rd Florence Nzama.........................Prince Alfred Ingcuce..........................................Albert St Isaiah Ntshangase.....................Walter Gilbert Joe Slovo.......................................Field St John Zikhali..................................Sydenham Joseph Nduli................................Russell St Julius Nyerere..............................Warwick Av K E Masinga.................................Old Fort Rd Khuzimpi Shezi...........................Williams Road King Dinuzulu (North).............Berea Rd (North) King Dinuzulu (South)..............Berea Rd (South) Lena Ahrens.................................Manning Rd Lilian Ngoyi..................................Windermere M L Sultan....................................Centenary Magwaza Maphalala.................Gale St Mahatma Gandhi......................Point Rd Margaret Mncadi........................Victoria Embankment Masabalala Yengwa...................NMR Masobiya Mdluli.........................Fisher St Mathews Meyiwa......................First Av & Stamfordhill Maud Mfusi..................................St Georges Monty Naicker............................Pine St O R Tambo....................................Marine Parade Peter Mokaba..............................North Ridge & Ridge Rd Problem Mkhize..........................Cowey Road & .........................................................Edith Benson RD Naidu......................................Stanley Copley Samora Machel...........................Aliwal Street Sandile Thusi................................Argyle Rd Smiso Nkwanyana.....................Goble Rd Stephen Dlamini........................Essenwood Sylvester Ntuli............................Brickhill Road • Parks & Gardens Durban Botanic Gardens..............031-309 1170 AIRPORT King Shaka International ACSA Help desk...........................032-436 6758 ACSA Info.....................................032-436 6585 Flight Info.....................................032 436 6000 18 www - WHAT, WHERE & WHEN Aug-Sept 2019
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ATTRACTIONS Suncoast.......................................031-328 3000 uShaka...........................................031-328 8000 Sibaya.............................................031-538 2000 • Museums Durban Natural Science Museum City Hall, Smith Street.............031-311 2256 Open daily: 08:30 -16:00; Sun 11:00 - 16:00 Kwa Muhle Museum ................031-311 2223 130 Ordnance Road; Open Mon - Sat • Parks & Gardens Durban Botanic Gardens............031-309 1170 Guide tours available Mitchell Park................................031-312 2318 • Natal Sharks Board.................031-566 0400 • Umgeni Bird Park....................031-579 4600 • Snake Park.................................073-156 9606 Minitown......................................031-33 7892 CONSULATES & EMBASSIES Argentina.................................................012 430 3527 Australia...................................................012 423 6000 Austria......................................................012 452 9155 Belgian......................................................011 912 9600
British........................................................012 421 7500 Botswana.................................................011 403 3748 Canada......................................................012 422 2300 Chile..........................................................031 564 0743 China.........................................................031 563 4534 Denmark..................................................031 267 8410 Eswatini....................................................012 344 1910 France.......................................................012 425 1600 Germany..................................................031 266 3920 Greece.......................................................086 188 8828 India...........................................................031 332 7020 Lesotho.....................................................031 307 2323 Mauritius..................................................031 207 9370 Mozambique...........................................031 303 7130 Netherlands............................................012 425 4500 New Zealand..........................................012 435 9000 Norway.....................................................012 364 3700 Pakistan....................................................012 362 4072 Paraguay..................................................012 347 1047 Portugal....................................................031 312 4854 Seychelles................................................012 348 0270 Spain..........................................................012 460 0123 Sweden.....................................................012 426 6400 United States of America...................031 305 7600
MEDICAL SERVICES City-med Services.....................031-309 1378 Ambulance...................................10177 • Hospitals Addington ...................................031-327 2000 Entabeni - South Ridge ..........031-204 1300 Parklands - Hopelands.............031-208 8181 St Augustines ..............................031-268 5000 Westville, Spine Rd....................031-265 0911 Umhlanga.....................................031-560 5500 • Medical Centres....................... North Beach ...............................031-332 6060 Gateway /Umhlanga................031-566 2777 Dental Centre .............................031-304 3000 Dental Emergency.....................031-564 2152 POLICE Flying Squad................................10111 SAPS ..............................................031-325 4259 Metro Police/Traffic..................031-306 4422 TAXI Eagle Taxis....................................031-337 8333 Lighthouse Cabs.........................083-440 8650 Mozzies..........................................031-263 0467 Umhlanga Rocks Taxi/ U-Cabs...........................................031-561 1846 Zippy Cabs...................................031-202 7067 HOT AIR BALLOONING Hot Air Ballooning KZN...........083 446 9423
TOURIST INFORMATION For Tourist Information visit Tourism KwaZulu-Natal Shop A1, Treasure World, Ushaka Marine World 1 King Shaka Avenue, Durban...........031 – 816 6600 TOURISM KWAZULU-NATAL (TKZN) Ithala Trade Centre, 29 Canal Quay (signal) Road, Point, Durban.........................................031 – 366 7500 DURBAN TOURISM Head Office 90 Florida Road.....................................031-322 4164 Airport Office.........................................031 322 6046 uShaka Office.........................................031 337 8099 Green Hub Office.................................031 303 8476 Beach Information Office..................031 322 4205 Gateway Office.....................................031 514 0572 Inanda Office.........................................031 519 2555 ThousandHills Tourism........................031 777 1874 Sapphire Coast Tourism......................031 903 7498 Umhlanga Tourism...............................031 561 4257 www - WHAT, WHERE & WHEN Aug-Sept 2019 19
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WHAT, WHERE & WHEN DURBAN - AUG-SEPT Until 4 Aug Restaurant Week at SA’s top restaurants, starting from R250 (or a 2-course lunch from R150). 2 Aug 20:30 Smoke N’ Sultry is a smouldering, sexy show inspired by the sounds of the Great Gatsby era – The Jazzy Rainbow, 93 Smiso Nkwanyana (Goble) Road. (072 533 4779 or www.quicket.co.za) 2-3 Aug 19:30 MTN Joyous Celebration: South Africa’s number one gospel production – Durban ICC Arena. (Book via Computicket) 3 Aug 20:00 ‘Our Favourite Swings’ with Platform Jazz and actor/singer Bryan Hiles - Rhumbelow Theatre, Northlands, 50 Margaret Maytom Ave, Durban North. (Book via Computicket) 3 & 4 Aug The Wedding Expo has a super selection of outstanding wedding suppliers, with current bridal trends on the runway, and lots of special promotions and giveaways on offer – Sibaya Sun Park. (Book via Ticketpro) 03 Aug 12:00 Doek on Fleek All White Picnic to celebrate women’s empowerment – Moses Mabhida Stadium. (Book with Computicket) 3-4 Aug The Property Show – Durban Exhibition Centre. (Book via Quicket) 7 Aug & every Wednesday Underground Comedy – The Winston Pub, 9 Clark Road, Umbilo. (031 201 2652) 7 Aug Jane Linley-Thomas Women’s Breakfast – Vivo Umhlanga, Lagoon Drive. (061 383 8524) 9 Aug 18:00 The Second Annual Beer Fest serves as a platform for the youth to promote their crafts and showcase their talents – Casa Nostra Nightclub, 672 Umgeni Rd. (Book via Webtickets) 9 Aug 12:00 Annual Imbokodo Picnic celebrating Women’s Day, with attractions such as music, food and fashion stalls as well as pampering activities – Aloe Wildlife Estate, Camperdown. 9 Aug 06:00 Diving for Women’s Protection – Aliwal Dive Centre, Umkomaas. 10 Aug 18:00 Tafta Old-School Drive-in Movie Night with The Greatest Showman on a traditional 12x9m big screen – Durban Country Club Driving Range. (www. quicket.co.za) 10 Aug 20:30 ‘YUM 2019 Volume 2.0’ sees Durban’s biggest and loudest party return to Origin nightclub. 13 Aug FNB Women’s Breakfast – Durban ICC. 14 & 15 Aug 09:00 Manufacturing Indaba KwaZuluNatal – Durban ICC. (011 463 9184) 15 Aug ‘Small World’ is an exciting and dynamic Belgian-South African collaboration, live at The Jazzy Rainbow. (031 303 8398) 16 Aug 19:00 Dumi MKokstad and Lebo Sekgobela Concert Live – Mangosuthu University, Umlazi. 17 Aug 10:00 Celebrating Our Women & Girl Children – Durban ICC. (081 405 9481) 22, 29 Aug & 5, 12 Sep 19:30 KZNPO Early Spring Symphony Season – Durban City Hall. (Book at Computicket) 24 Aug 07:00-08:00 ‘Secret Sunrise Makaranga’ celebrates the rising sun with an epic guided dance session – Makaranga Garden Lodge. (031 764 6616) 25 Aug 09:00 Durban India Day: Food & Music Festival – Old Drive-in site (indiadaydurban@gmail.com) 26 Aug Bio Africa Convention – Durban ICC. 28 Aug 19:00 ‘Meet the Brewemaster’ an opportunity to meet the brewer – S43, That Brewing Co. (031 303 2747) 28-31 Aug 09:00 The Music Imbizo 2019 – Moses Mabhida Stadium. (Webtickets) 29-31 Aug 17:30 The Mercury Wine Week: South Africa’s oldest wine event, offering a sampling smorgasbord
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from more than 70 of the country’s leading winemakers – Greyville Racecourse. (www.mercurywineweek.co.za) 30 & 31 Aug 08:00 SADA Dental & Oral Health Congress and Exhibition – Durban ICC. (011 484 5288) 30 & 31 Aug Happy Hippo Comedy Club featuring Dalin Oliver in ‘Adulting’ – Happy Hippo, 222 Mahatma Gandhi Road. (Bookings via 083 426 7504 or Quicket) 30 Aug-1 Sep 09:00 Mamma Magic Baby Expo – Durban ICC. (011 465 8955) 31 Aug 09:00 Body Rock Fitness – Views at Twenty5, 25 Silver Avenue. (061 415 4074 or Webtickets) 31 Aug 14:00 031 Lit Squad Fest – New Light Annex Nightclub. (Webtickets) 31 Aug 14:30 DJ Tira Presents ‘Sisters with Soul’ – Botanic Gardens, Durban. 31 Aug TC Fashion Show – 2nd Floor, Musgrave Centre. (Book via Webtickets) 31 Aug 20:00 Indian pop rock band Sanam live in concert – The Globe, Suncoast Casino. (Book via Computicket) 1 Sep 08:00 SADA Dental & Oral Health Congress and Exhibition – Durban ICC. (011 484 5288) 2-6 Sep The 65th South African Orthopaedic Association Congress – Durban ICC. (031 360 1000) 5-7 Sep The 22nd Annual SASLAW Conference – Durban ICC. (031 360 1000) 6-8 Sep 09:30 2019 Regional Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses – Moses Mabhida Stadium. (083 259 2358) 7 Sep 13:00-22:00 ‘Made for More Music Festival’ featuring South Africa’s finest bands and artists (www.quicket.co.za) 7 Sep 20:00 Big 5 Comedy Show featuring the titans of SA stand-up comedy, with the likes of Jason Goliath, Schalk Bezuidenhout, Stuart Taylor, Nik Rabinowitz and Tats Nkonzo – The Globe, Suncoast Casino. 13 Sep 20:00 The Sinners live – The Winston Pub, 9 Clark Road, Umbilo. (031 201 2652) 13-15 Sep 18:00 Peppa Pig’s Big Day Out is an actionpacked live stage show designed to give young fans an unforgettable first theatre experience – The Globe, Suncoast Casino. (Book via Computicket) 14 Sep 14:30 Miss & Mr Brighter Future SA – Greyville Convention Centre. (Webtickets) 14 Sep Robin Thirdfloor uThando2 Tour featuring Fuego Heath, Teabag, Sokool, Box B and Tre Flips – Curiocity Backpackers, 55 Monty Naicker Road. 15 Sep Durban & Coast SPCA Trail Run – Springfield Park. 21 Sep Doek on Fleek Heritage Celebration – Whirling Wheels Club, Stamfordhill Road. (Computicket) 22-29 Sep Durban Business Fair – Durban Exhibition Centre. (031 266 9937) 24 Sep 08:00-23:00 Shongweni Heritage Day Tag Festival featuring an all-day tag rugby tournament with added attractions such as a kids’ play zone, music from local DJs, food and drinks, with an after party in the Shongweni Club Hall – Shongweni Club, Cnr Kassier & Cliffdale roads. 24 Sep 11:00-17:00 The Durban Bunny Chow Festival celebrates South Africa’s ultimate fast food dish.(Tickets online at Stumbler.co.za or Quicket) 26-28 Sep Addressing Youth Unemployment Through Skills and Agribusiness Development –Diakonia Conference Centre. (Quicket) 28 Sep 12:00-23:00 Corona Sunsets Music Festival – Shongweni Club. (Tickets from corona.howler.co.za) 29 Sep 13:00 Jeremy Loops Live – Durban Botanic Gardens.
HORSE RACING Greyville Racecourse. (031 314 1500) 11, 18, 21 & 25 Aug 1, 8, 18, 27 & 29 Sep 3 Aug 20:15 AmaZulu FC vs Bidvest Wits – King Zwelithini Stadium. 04 Aug 15:00 Absa Premiership Soccer League: Golden Arrows vs Maritzburg United – Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium 4 Aug 06:15 Durban Runner Challenge: 10km Run/ Walk & 21.1km Half-Marathon – Glenwood High School. (Zane 082 332 9616) 4 Aug Dolphin Mile Surf Swim Series #8 – Marine Surf Lifesaving Club, Lower Snell Parade. 4 Aug Golf: KZN Mid Amateur Open Strokeplay – Durban Country Club. 7 Aug & 4 Sep 18:00-20:00 Giba Night Trail Run Series – Giba Gorge MTB Park. (079 508 7268) 9 Aug Totalsports Ladies’ Race – Kings Park Athletics Track. (076 402 2528) 10 Aug 15:00 Currie Cup: Natal Sharks vs Free State Cheetahs – Kings Park Stadium. 10 Aug 20:15 ABSA premiership soccer fixture: Kaizer Chiefs FC vs Black Leopards FC – Moses Mabhida Stadium. 11 Aug 07:00-12:00 Triathlon: Tinman 2019 Event #3 – Durban Suncoast beach. 12 Aug Golf: KZN Monthly Senior – Durban Country Club. 16-18 Aug BUCO Tri-Series comprising a 1.9km swim & 5km run (day 1); 3.8km swim & 10km run (day 2); and 1.9km swim & 21km run (day 3) – Marine Surf Lifesaving Club, Addington Beach. 18 Aug 06:30 Savages 21.1km & 10km Challenge – Morningside Primary School. (Robin 078 281 6981) 20 Aug 19:30 AmaZulu FC vs Orlando Pirates – King Zwelithini Stadium. 21-25 Aug Golf: KZN Amateur & Senior Matchplay – Durban Country Club. 24 Aug 15:00 Absa Premiership Soccer League: Golden Arrows vs Chippa United – Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium 24 Aug 06:30 uShaka Race 5km & 10km – King Shaka Avenue, uShaka Marine World. (Webtickets) 25 Aug 10:00-13:00 PACT Tails & Trails Doggy Walk promises a fun-filled, tail-wagging, wet nosed day to help raise funds for the treatment and sterilisation of rescue animals – Giba Gorge MTB Park 31 Aug Gym: Siko Republik Wellness Tour – Gym in a Box, Hollander Crescent. (Quicket) 31 Aug 07:00 Zumba for CANSA 90-Minute Master Class – Enchanted Gardens. (031 205 9525) 1 Sep Running: Hollywoodbets Challenge: 10km – Greyville Racecourse. (073 469 3662) 1 Sep Dolphin Mile Surf Swim Series #9 – Marine Surf Lifesaving Club, Lower Snell Parade. 7-8 Sep Surfing: Sea Harvest Dairy Patrol Challenge presented by Sisonke Surf Club with U12, U14 & U16 boys & girls – Dairy Beach, Durban. 7 Sep 05:00-08:00 Amanzimtoti Running Turns 2 and invites all KZN runners to celebrate by running 20km. 8 Sep 06:00-20:00 GO!Durban100 is the inaugural edition of a new and exciting mountain bike race allowing MTB enthusiasts of all skill levels to experience some of the best trails KZN has to offer. The 20km race option starts at 07:00 from KwaDabeka Bike Park and finishes at Blue Lagoon. (079 508 7268) 14 Sep 15:00 Absa Premiership Soccer League: Golden Arrows vs AmaZulu FC – Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium 15 Sep Running: SAPS Striders Heritage Challenge: 10km & 21.1km – Kings Park Athletics Stadium. (083 570 0554) 22 Sep Dongeni Heritage Race: 15km Run – Loram House, Masabalala Yengwa Ave. (061 436 3967) 24 Sep 15:00 AmaZulu FC vs Kaizer Chiefs – King Zwelithini Stadium. 28 Sep 15:00 Absa Premiership Soccer League: Golden Arrows vs Stellenbosch FC – Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium 29 Sep Africa Victim 60km & 5km Run – Kings Park Athletics Stadium. (083 737 4501) 29 Sep 18:30 Toti 5km Charity Walk/Run to raise funds for learners with special needs – Athlone Park, Amanzimtoti. (072 013 9929) 29 Sep 10:00 Fun Day For Special Need Kids – Highfield House, Kinmount Avenue, Hillary. (074 693 2662 or 074 693 2662)
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Umhlanga Our theme this issue is ‘Heritage’, and we note that Umhlanga was initially inhabited by the San people, as there was a generous supply of fresh water flowing through the adjacent forests into the Umhlanga lagoon. In later years, it was inhabited by the Zulu people who lived off the abundance of fish in the sea and wild game in the area. In 1869, the first beach cottage in Umhlanga, the Oyster Lodge, was built and approximately 80 years later in 1947, it was replaced by Umhlanga’s most prominent hotel, the Oyster Box. Umhlanga Rocks became a village in 1931 and the famous red and white lighthouse was constructed in 1954 to warn ships about the dangers of the rocks along the coastal areas of Umhlanga. There are large numbers of marine, wildlife and bird species in Umhlanga and these can be found in the local nature reserves, lagoon, sea and forests. Guided walks for visitors and tourists provide access to these nature reserves and over the years, Umhlanga is still developing and has become the most sought after holiday and business destination in South Africa. It boasts some of the most exclusive hotels, self-catering apartments, sophisticated guesthouses and a world-class beachfront promenade that spans the entire length of this resort paradise. Fine dining, beautiful shopping malls and many fabulous suburbs are all part of the Umhlanga scene. We extend a warm welcome to travellers who visit this wonderful region, and invite them to unwind and enjoy the paradise known simply as ‘Umhlanga’.
The KWAZULU-NATAL SHARKS BOARD has been protecting popular KZN beaches from shark incidents for over 40 years. KZNSB boats launch each morning to patrol the coast and clear the shark safety gear of any catches. An audio-visual presentation, followed by a fascinating shark dissection on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 09:00 and 14:00. Sunday afternoon dissections take place at 14:00. +27 (0) 31 566 0400
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PIETERMARITZBURG
MIDLANDS
Despite the chilly evenings, the days are getting warmer and there is a definite hint of spring in the air. It’s a great time of year to get out and explore the hidden gems to be found within these rolling hills and quaint country lanes – everything from a fascinating mix of arts and crafts, artisanal produce, sublime spas and world-class restaurants. Experience the history and culture of the region or get out and get active with an adventurous pursuit. Pietermaritzburg, the province’s capital city has been visited by the likes of Gandhi, Mandela and Queen Victoria – it’s a contemporary African city that speaks of Zulu, Boer, British and Indian influences. Take some time to explore the region’s rich heritage on a walk through the city’s historical centre and enjoy the architecture and history of the town. One of the highlights of the town is the City Hall, built in 1893. Journey along the Freedom Route, initiated in 2007 to promote freedom related struggles – start at the Old Prison, which dates back to Voortrekker times. It has more than 150 years of history from colonialism and apartheid, to the liberation struggle and the dawn of South Africa’s democracy – and now home to Project Gateway a community development initiative. The site was commissioned in 1862, with the Monument Block being the first structure built on the site. Other buildings, which were constructed later, include the gallows, ‘whites only’ section and hospital.
DID YOU KNOW? were held in this prison during the struggles in South Africa, including Nelson Mandela and Gandhi. Other Freedom Route sites include the Pietermaritzburg Station, the Gandhi Statue and the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, amongst others. The Nelson Mandela Capture Site commemorates the day, 5 August 1962, when Nelson Mandela was arrested outside Howick. He had been travelling disguised as the chauffer of the car he was driving when he was apprehended by the Apartheid police, who had been searching for him for 17-odd months. This was a significant day in South Africa’s history as during his incarceration, Nelson Mandela made great strides in bringing the inequalities and unfair treatment of the Apartheid era to the consciousness of South Africans and the world. In addition to being South Africa’s first democratically elected President, Nelson Mandela is acclaimed for his efforts to establish racial, social and political equality in a country that had been ravaged by the Apartheid.
The suffering of many people from the late 1860s through to the late 1980s is depicted in The Old Prison buildings – the National Monument building, and the isolation cells are a ‘must see’ to give an idea of the torture and horror of imprisonment. Many well-known freedom fighters
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MIDLANDS MAP & TOURISM OFFICES HUCTO - Howick-Umngeni Community Tourism Organisation Tel: 033-330 2355 Cell: 0829327549 E-mail: howickinfo@gmail.com MSUNDUZI PIETERMARITZBURG TOURISM ASSOCIATION Tel: 033 345 1348 E-mail: events@pmbtourism.co.za MIDLANDS TOURISM ORG Tel: 033 330 2355 E-mail: tour.ed32@gmail.com
MIDLANDS MEANDER ASSOCIATION Tel: 033 330 8195 E-mail: info@midlandsmeander.co.za NOTTINGHAM ROAD TOURISM AND INFORMATION CENTRE Tel: 033 266 6308 E-mail:notts@bundunet.com ZULU MPHOPHOMENI TOURISM EXPERIENCE Tel: 082 228 2044 E-mail: frank@zmte.co.za
THE MIDLANDS AMBLE Tel: 082 300 0147 E-mail: erskines@vodamail.co.za
WHAT, WHERE & WHEN IN THE MIDLANDS AUG-SEPT Every Saturday 06H00 - 10H00 Pietermaritzburg Farmer’s Market – Alexandra Park behind Harry Gwala Stadium. Tel: Mike Paulton on 082 886 0687 07H00 – 10H00 Karkloof Farmers’ Market – 26km from Howick off the Karkloof Road. Access gained off the D507. Tel: Andrea 082 820 8986 09H00 – 14H00 Craft Market – City Hall. Contact Michell Wilter. Tel: 033 396 2807 08H00 – Nottingham Road parkrun – The Windmills Ultrastop, N3 Nottingham Road Email: nottinghamroadoffice@parkrun.com 08H00 – Piggly Wiggly parkrun – Dargle Road, Lions River Email: pigglywigglyoffice@parkrun.com 08H00 – Hilton parkrun – Grace College, Hilton Email: will@humbletill.com Every second Saturday 09H00 - 13H00 Jesmond Dene Craft & Farmer’s Market – 204 Murray Rd, Hayfields, Pietermaritzburg jesmonddenemarket@gmail.com / Tel: 072 822 6950 Every Sunday The Midlands Country Market – Peters Gate Herbal Centre, Lidgetton Tel: 076 412 1320 2 August Moonlight Market – Hilton Pre-Primary, Vlei Rd, Hilton. Tel: Lester Day – 072 1299 743 3 August The Hilton Car Show – Grace College – Hilton College Rd, Hilton. Tel: 033 343 2177 Wine, Women & Song with Cat Simoni – The Knoll Historic Guest Farm, Hilton Email: justtheatre@gmail.com Pietermaritzburg Jazz Festival – Royal Show Grounds, Chief Albert Luthuli St, Pietermaritzburg Tickets: Computicket 3-4 August Wings, Wheels & Whistles 2019 – PMB Model Engineering Society, 78 Rudling Rd, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg. Tel: 033 345 3810 4 August Illovo Eston MTB Challenge – Eston Farmers Club,
Eston. www.illovoestonmtb.co.za / Tel: Stu Berry – 083 456 8435 9 August Walk of Hope 2019 – Linpark High School, Hilton Tel: 033 342 1885 Woman’s Day Tribute of Honour - The Old Prison Project Gateway, 4 Burger Str, Pietermaritzburg Tel: Bunny 083 632 2420 / 033 345 3175 11 August Desmond and the Tutu’s – Midlands Forest Lodge, Nottingham Road. Tel: 033 234 4524 Umgeni River Run (Trail Running) – WESSA Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve, Howick. www.kzntrailrunning.co.za 16 August The O.T.T Enterprise Relay – Liberty Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg. Tel: Lorna Jones - 033 345 2747 17 August Harburg Tour de Krantz (MTB & Trail Run) – Harburg Hall, Harburg www.tourdekrantz.co.za / Birte Schroder – 076 696 9163 Hilton Exchange (Organic food market) – James Craib Park, 3 Committee Lane, Hilton (9:00 am) 18 August Honey Festival – Royal Agricultural Show Grounds, Pietermaritzburg Tel: Kim McCall – 082 707 0761 17-18 August The Umko Adventure – Richmond Country Club, Richmond. www.roag.co.za / 083 676 9861 23 August Flamenco Fusion – 241 Old Howick Rd, Hilton. Email: almaflamencaza@yahoo.com / Tel: 082 9644 620 24 August Mandela Day MTB Dash – Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Howick www.kznmtb.co.za / www.mandelamarathon.com / Tel: 033 897 6713 / 082 896 6864 Mandela Day Trail Run - Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Howick. www.kzntrailrunning.co.za 24-25 September The Eston Show – Eston Tel: Jock – 082 829 3669 / Justin – 082 8286198 25 August Mandela Day Marathon – Mandela Capture Site
www.mandelamarathon.com / Tel: 033 897 6713 Eston Trail Run – Eston www.kzntrailrunning.co.za 31 August – 1 September Midlands Literary Festival – Fern Hill Hotel, Howick Tel: 033 330 5071 1 September Howick Highlander – WESSA Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve. www.howickscouts.com 2 September Capital Climb Challenge – Voortrekker High School, Cordwalles Rd, Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg. Tony Morrison – 083 374 9502 6-8 September Pietermaritzburg Garden Show - Royal Show Grounds, Chief Albert Luthuli St, Pietermaritzburg. www.gardenshow.co.za 7 September Dingalings – Henry for President – Golden Horse Casino, Pietermaritzburg. Tel: 033 395 8000 13-15 September Hilton Arts Festival – Hilton College, Hilton. www.hiltonfestival.co.za / Tel: 033 383 0127 14 September 100% Zulu Comedy - Golden Horse Casino, Pietermaritzburg. Tel: 033 395 8000 15 September Safire Baynesfield MTB & Trail 2018 – Baynesfield Recreational Club, Baynesfield. www.roag.co.za / Tel: Jacqui Cochran – 082 718 5311 21 September Hilton Exchange (Organic food market) – James Craib Park, 3 Committee Lane, Hilton (9:00 am) 20-22 September Karkloof 100 Miler 2018 – 11 Karkloof Rd, Howick Contact Andrew Booth - Tel: 082 603 4098 / Email: andrew@kzntrailrunning.co.za 22 September Heritage Day Spinfest – Mason’s Mill Battle Grounds, Edenvale Rd, Pietermaritzburg Tel: 078 116 1965 / 071 039 4878 22-28 September 100 Capital Classic – Pietermaritzburg Oval, Pelham, Pietermaritzburg. Tel: John Hall - 082 491 7679 / Email: john@aghall.co.za
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NORTH COAST The North Coast was once part of the great Zulu empire built by King Shaka, and the region’s multi-cultural heritage makes for many memorable experiences. Visit one of the historic sites in the region, such as the Luthuli Museum or the burial place of King Shaka at KwaDukuza. Enjoy the warm hospitality of the people of the region as they proudly show you their heritage. The diverse culture, fabulous cuisine and first class facilities make it easy to fall in love with this enchanting destination. The North Coast was once part of the great Zulu empire built by King Shaka, and the region’s multi-cultural heritage makes for many memorable experiences. Walk a ‘muti’ (African medicine) trail through the Harold Johnson Nature Reserve which gives insight into the medicinal plants used by the Zulu people. Look out for the Coral Tree (Erythrina caffra) it is seen as a royal tree and is a respected and admired tree in the Zulu culture and is believed to have both medicinal and magic properties. Additionally, within this small reserve is the Ultimatum Tree and Fort Pearson (also known as Ndondakusuka) as well as a few war graves. This is also the start of the King Shaka Cultural Heritage Route, in honour of the heritage that King Shaka left behind. Be sure to visit the King Shaka Gravesite and Memorial in the town of KwaDukuza – this is where you’ll find the Indaba Tree where King Shaka held council, as well as the Assassination Tree where it is said that he was assassinated in 1828 by his brothers Mhlangana and Dingaan. These trees are almost 200 years old! KwaDukuza also boasts at being the home of the first African to win the Nobel Peace Prize, Chief Albert John Mvumbi Luthuli – his home, now the Luthuli Museum, has been declared a National Monument. Set in his former home, the museum features numerous photographic records, many significant belongings and a life-sized bust of the man himself. A short drive takes you to Chief Luthuli’s Grave as well as the Church in which Chief Albert Luthuli’s body laid in state.
DID YOU KNOW? Also, in KwaDukuza is the Morewood Memorial which commemorates the life and work of Sir Edmund Morewood, who grew the first commercial cane in South Africa and was the founder of the South African sugar industry. When his first crop of sugar cane reached maturity in1851, he made the first sugar ever produced in this country, in a primitive factory which once stood where the garden now lies. The town of Tongaat is one of the largest sugar-producing districts in South Africa, and Hindu temples Vishwaroop and Juggernath Puri are testament to the Indian community having made Tongaat their home. Sample some of their culinary delights, including pineapple-on-a-stick covered with tangy spices.
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NORTH COAST TOURISM OFFICES North Coast Tourism Offices SANGWENI TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE Tel: 072 437 5183 Email: sphelelen@kwadukuza.gov.za KWADUKUZA TOURISM Tel/Fax: 032-437 5021/5183 Email: sphelelen@kwadukuza.gov.za
ENTERPRISE ILEMBE Tel: +27(0)32 946 1256 Fax: +27(0)32 946 3515 eMail: info@enterpriseilembe.co.za
AUG-SEPT EVENTS Daily Microlight flights in Ballito - Ballito Microlight School Bookings essential Tel: 082 659 5550 Take the kids to Flag Farm Animal Farm (Ballito) - Daily from 09H00 to 16H30. N2 North, Exit 214 Umhlali/Salt Rock. Then follow the road signs to Flag Farm Every Saturday Sugar Rush Saturday Market – Sugar Rush Park, Ballito Email: gill@sugarrush.co.za First Sunday of every month Blythedale Coastal Adventure Market – Blythedale. www.blythedale.co.za Monthly on second Saturday of each month Farmers Market – The Litchi Orchard, Seaforth Avenue, Salt Rock, Umhlali. 032 525 5118 Monthly on last Friday of each month Night Market – The Litchi Orchard, Seaforth Avenue, Salt Rock, Umhlali. 032 525 5118 11 August Arno Carstens & Ard Matthews at Marriott Ballito Beats – Sugar Rush Park, Ballito www.ballitobeats.co.za / Tel: 083 456 8435 1 September Seaton Spring Challenge – Seaton, Salt Rock www.kzntrailrunning.co.za Upcoming Events: 6 October The Parlotones at Marriott Ballito Beats – Sugar Rush Park, Ballito www.ballitobeats.co.za / Tel: 083 456 8435
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DRAKENSBERG The awe inspiring Drakensberg Mountains, just by virtue of topography, is an adventurer’s paradise and offers a wealth of outdoor activities to satisfy all fitness levels and age group. This 243 000 hectare mountainous region, known the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, well deserves its international status as a World Heritage Site. It entices its visitors with massive cliffs towering over riverine bush, lush evergreen forests and cascading waterfalls and mountain streams as well as hiking paths that invite exploration. On 30 November 2000, the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park was added to the World Heritage Site list, and is described by UNESCO as having “exceptional natural beauty in its soaring basaltic buttresses, incisive dramatic cutbacks, and golden sandstone ramparts...” The Park is an important haven for many threatened and endemic species, and for its wealth of rock paintings made by the San people thousands of years ago – some even as far back as 25,000 plus years. The Bushman or San paintings are one of the Drakensberg’s greatest cultural treasures and have been recorded at 500 different cave and overhang sites between Royal National Park in the north and Bushman’s Nek in the south. When Europeans first encountered this rock art in southern Africa some 350 years ago, they considered the drawings primitive and crude, just ‘Bushman paintings’, two-dimensional accounts of hunting and fighting and daily life. Today, however, we know that for the San, rock paintings weren’t just representations of life, they were a record of the past. Subjects of the Bushman and San paintings range from animals (mainly eland) and humans, to ox-wagons and mounted men with rifles - when shamans painted an eland, they didn’t just pay respect to a sacred animal they also harnessed its essence.
DID YOU KNOW? the famous Polish Shrine of our Lady of Czestochowa… later simplified to Centocow. It is also home to an Art Gallery featuring the works of Gerard Bhengu, an internationally renowned artist as well as a Museum of local culture and the missionary work in the area. Emmaus, in Umzimkulu, was Abbot Francis Pfanner’s last home and reflects his commitment to the faith – climb the Stations of the Cross, a steep set of stairs which he built, to the silver statue of the crucified Christ; and Reichenau Mission near Underberg – well known for its impressive murals and stained glass windows. The Sisonke Stimela (stimela is Zulu for ‘steam train’), operates at various times of the year, taking passengers on a historic journey past Trappist Missions, local communities and aloe clad hillsides that are spectacular during their flowering period in the winter months. To experience the world of Alan Paton’s ‘Cry the Beloved Country’, a steam train journey on the Paton Express will delight historians and steam train enthusiasts alike.
For history of a different kind, visit one (or all) of the Trappist Missions located in the Southern Drakensberg founded by Abbot Francis Pfanner in the late 1880s. Centocow near Creighton is the largest and is named after
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DRAKENSBERG TOURISM OFFICES CENTRAL BERG CENTRAL DRAKENSBERG INFO & BOOKING CENTRE Tel: 036 488 1207 cdta@futurenet.co.za DRAKENSBERG TOURISM ASSOCIATION Tel: 036 448 1557 info@drakensberg.org.za OKHAHLAMBA DRAKENSBERG TOURISM Tel: 036 448 1296/448 1244 info@drakensberg.org.za SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG TOURISM Tel: 033 701 1471 Email: info@drakensberg.org www.drakensberg.org ALL AREAS - KZN WILDLIFE Tel: 033 845 1011 MOUNTAIN CLUB OF SOUTH AFRICA KZN SECTION Tel: 082 990 5877 mcsakzn@mcsa.org.za KWASANI TOURISM Tel: 033 701 1471 Email: info@drakensberg.org, tourism@kwasani.co.za
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Helicopter flights and charters around the Drakensberg Mountains
We cater for tourist, engagements, weddings, conferences, photo shoots & more. Cell: +27 (0) 83 652 7493 E-mail: info@bergflying.co.za
Every Wednesday Drakensberg Boys Choir – Live in Concert – Drakensberg Boys Choir School, Dragon Peaks, KZN Central Drakensberg. Tel: 036 468 1012 Every Saturday Drakensberg Parkrun – Cannibal’s Cave parkrun at Amazizi Village, Northern Berg & Winterton parkrun starting at The Waffle Hut, Central Drakensberg. www.parkrun.co.za Last Friday of every month Monthly Cathbrew Trail Run – Starting point Drakensberg Craft Brewery Tel: Andrew – 074 444 9392 6-7 August Tugela 20’s (Paddling) – Northern Drakensberg. Tel: Gary Green – 082 292 2314 9 August Drakensberg Boys Choir School Duathlon – Drakensberg Boys Choir School, Dragon Peaks, KZN Central Drakensberg. www.dbchoir.com 10 August Battle of the Musos & Battle of the Track (MTB) – Drakensberg Boys Choir School, Dragon Peaks, KZN Central Drakensberg. www.dbchoir.com 10-11 August Rolling M Tugela Challenge (Trail running) – Rolling M Ranch, Winterton, Central Drakensberg. www. rollingmranch.co.za 16-18 August Gabran 2019 (Road cycle from Drakensberg to Hillcrest) - ATKV Drakensville, Northern Drakensberg. www.gabran.co.za 18 August Boston Trail Run – Boston Country Club, Boston. www.roag.co.za
30 August The Berg Show – Bergville, Northern Drakensberg. www.thebergshow.co.za Tel: 082 856 4368 NG Kerk Bazaar – Winterton. Willie - 071 680 9249 6-7 September Wild Series Mont-Aux-Sources Challenge 2018 – Royal Natal National Park, Northern Drakensberg. www.wildseries.co.za 7-8 September The Lynford Country Weekend (Lynford Umko Trails) – Lynford School, Ixopo, Southern Drakensberg. www.lynford.co.za 31 August – 1 September Glengarry Stage 2 MTB & Trail Run – Glengarry, Kamberg. www.glengarry.co.za 21-22 September Gooderson Monks Cowl Trail Run – Gooderson Monks Cowl Golf resort, Central Drakensberg Tel: Dave Ward – 082 492 1995 / 031 563 5645 26-29 September White Mountain Festival – White Mountain Lodge, Central Drakensberg www.c-weed.com Tel: 082 892 6176 / 036 353 3437 28-29 September RunTheBerg (Trail running) Northern Drakensberg www.runtheberg.co.za
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SOUTH COAST Sub-tropical forests, blue lagoons, golden beaches, rocky coves, the warm Indian Ocean and sunny weather – this is what makes the South Coast such a popular holiday destination. But there’s more to the South Coast than just natural beauty and fabulous beaches – there are treasures to be found by those willing to dig a little deeper. For once, turn your back on the warm Indian Ocean, and you’ll gaze upon the lush landscapes with its farmland and villages that make up the hinterland, the more remote areas away from the coast. It is here, in the hinterland, that you will discover new and fascinating places with stories seeped in history and intriguing cultures. From formidable Shaka Zulu, to the intrepid pioneers, missionaries, mariners and soldiers, to smugglers, entrepreneurs, freedom fighters and traders… you’ll find their journeys intermingled with your own as you discover more than what lies on the surface. The best way to explore the hinterland is with a local guide that can unlock its mysteries and accompany you in what is still largely traditional land with unique customs you don’t want to unwittingly offend. Here are some hidden gems to give you a taste of what lies only a short trip away: The KwaXolo Caves, near Port Edward, take a guided walk to a recently discovered range of caves with San paintings that are more than 100 000 years old. A brand-new walkway improves access to the caves. The scenic beauty and authentic rural village in the area creates added interest. The KwaNzimakwe starts at the WowZulu Welcome Centre in KwaNzimakwe, near Port Edward. From here visitors go on a guided walk to a scenic viewing site, visit a cattle kraal, an organic garden and a sangoma, or traditional
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healer. Hear stories of the area, watch crafters at work and learn to weave, drum or do a traditional dance. At the Welcome Centre, buy colourful arts and crafts. With the Nyandezulu Experience visitors start off at the Mfihlo Guest House for a guided drive or walk, with stopovers along the way. Take a short climb up the holy uMdlungwana mountain, for great views of the beautiful Nyandezulu waterfall and an outdoor Shembe Church. Follow this with an audience with a sangoma or visit a local tavern on the way for some welcome refreshment. Another hidden treasure that is off the beaten track is the Red Desert just outside Port Edward. It is reputed to be the smallest desert in the world, being barely 200 metres in diameter. Its man-high hills and valleys of naked red soil are in stark contrast to the surrounding lush and tropical vegetation. This peculiar phenomenon is surrounded by myth and legend including stories that this is the site of an alien landing, though more likely a Zulu tribe in the 1800s, with vast cattle herds stolen from the Pondo’s severely over-grazed the area which was subsequently eroded by wind leading to the desertification.
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UGU SOUTH COAST TOURISM Head Office: Tel: 039 682 7944 Website: www.tourismsouthcoast.co.za Regional Information Office | Tel: 039 315 5168 Margate Tel: 039 312 2322 E-mail: margate@tourismsouthcoast.co.za Shelly Beach Tel: 039 315 7069/315 5168 E-mail: shellycentre@tourismsouthcoast.co.za Scottburgh Tel: 039 976 1364 E-mail: scottburgh@tourismsouthcoast.co.za
Pearly Shells is ideally situated within walking distance of the Scottburgh main beach where there is safe bathing, a tidal pool, super tube and mini golf course, and we are reasonably close to shopping centres and restaurants.
Accommodation consists of one, two and three bedroom apartments, as well as 4 spacious PENTHOUSES on the top floor which have spectacular views of the sea and surrounds. Guest can enjoy our lovely blue swimming pool, braai area and Leisure Room. The Leisure Room offers table tennis, a pool table, games and a large screen TV just right for non-beach days and sporting events. For our younger guests under the age of 12 years there is a jungle gym and swings. There is so much to see and do along the South Coast and roads are well maintained.
Te l : 0 3 9 - 9 7 6 2 0 6 5 | F a x : 0 3 9 - 9 7 8 1 1 6 2 180 Williamson Street, Scottburgh E-mail: pearly.shells@eastcoast.co.za Website: www.pearly-shells.co.za S30˚16’53.22” E30˚45’19.764”
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Daily Surf Workshops & Lessons – Pumula Surf Camp & Surf School Tel: 078 444 7130 Every Tuesday and Thursday 5km Trail run/Walk – Silver Beach, Port Edward at 17:00. Clayton Bekker - Tel: 082 332 5032 Every Saturday Uvongo Park Run – 5km route, St Michaels Beach at 08:00. www.parkrun.co.za Umdoni Park Run – Umdoni Park, Pennington www.parkrun.co.za / Tel: Gail Keevy – 079 182 6371 Scottburgh Flea Market – Corner Arbuthnot & Williamson Street. Mike – 082 932 5986 Every Saturday & Sunday Uvongo Flea Market – Uvongo Tel: Andre van Zyl – 083 459 8982 Every 2nd Saturday Monthly Natural History Talks – Croc World Conservation Centre, Scottburgh Tel: 039 976 1103 Nolean 3 August IBV (Motor Sport) – Dezzi Raceway, District Road D440, Shelly Beach Tel: Elisna Barnard - 039 685 4100 9-10 August Supadrift (Motor Sport) – Dezzi Raceway, District Road D440, Shelly Beach Tel: Elisna Barnard - 039 685 4100 9-11 August AC’s KZN Jol Bikers Rally – Ifafa Beach Caravan Park. Doc Holman – 074 4001 962 17 August KZN RRC – Dezzi Raceway, District Road D440, Shelly Beach. Elisna Barnard - 039 685 4100 18 August Margate Kennel Club Open Show-Agility & Dog Jumping – Borough Sports Grounds, Port Shepstone. Sharon Derman – 073 601 4622 23 August Umdoni Team Challenge – Umdoni Park Golf Course. Rynardt Crous – 082 079 1884 25 August Wild Coast Golf Tournament 4BBB – Wild Coast Resort. Annette Thorold – 082 443 9624
26-30 August Junior Africa Challenge 2018 – San Lameer Golf Estate. Andrew Weir – 082 374 9974 31 August KZN Drags (Motor Sport) – Dezzi Raceway, District Road D440, Shelly Beach Tel: Elisna Barnard - 039 685 4100 Indwangu Fashion Extravaganza – Wild Coast Sun Hotel & Casino. Mwande Gnu – 039 685 4100 7 September KZNRRC (Motor Sport) – Dezzi Raceway, District Road D440, Shelly Beach Tel: Elisna Barnard - 039 685 4100 12-15 September Ugu Film Festival – Wild Coast Sun Hotel & Casino. Tel: Senzo Zindele – 073 818 0687 17 September Umdoni Team Challenge (Golf) – Umdoni Park Golf Club, Pennington. Rynardt Crous – 039 975 1320 / 082 079 1884 21 September Cancer Pinkathon 2019 – Park Rynie Beach Campsite. Tel: Dimple Govender – 083 458 8350 22 September Lake Eland Classic – Lake Eland Reserve Tel: Mandie Stander – 079 493 7499 / Simone Barnard – 039 682 7944 Matat2Pont (Enduro Motorbike ride) – From Matatiele to Port Edward Tel: Dean Riley – 084 607 6948 27 September Umdoni Team Challenge (Golf) – Umdoni Park Golf Club, Pennington Tel: Rynardt Crous – 039 975 1320 / 082 079 1884 27-29 September Hibiscus & Margate Kennel Club Championship Show – Borough Sports Grounds, Port Shepstone Tel: Sharon Derman – 073 601 4622 28 September KZN Drag Racing (Motor Sport) – Dezzi Raceway, District Road D440, Shelly Beach Tel: Elisna Barnard - 039 685 4100 29 September Coastal Series- Rocky Bay (Trail Running) – Rocky Bay. Tel: 039 976 0336
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ELEPHANT COAST Explore the Elephant Coast’s dense evergreen forests of towering fig trees, marvel at the lush ferns and wild orchids, the wild date and lala palms dotting the landscape and the swamp forests with tangled masses of greenery. Hike up mountainous sand dunes, through thick coastal forest, onto pristine beaches and the warm Indian Ocean. It incorporates the best of both land and sea safari experiences with its world-class conservation areas that include the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Africa’s oldest game reserve, the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park. The 332000ha iSimangaliso Wetland Park was inscribed as South Africa’s first World Heritage Site in December 1999. It is not only a marine World Heritage Site but also forms part of Africa’s first transfrontier Marine Protected Area together with Mozambique. Amongst other attributes, this marine area provides protection for five of the world’s seven sea turtle species, of which two (the loggerhead and endangered leatherback turtle) nest on its shores; 1200 species of fish; 100 species of warm water coral; whales, whale sharks, sharks and dolphins, and the world’s oldest fish – the coelacanth. The underwater reefs are home to a variety of brightly coloured fish and a spectacular coral diversity. In addition to marine activities, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a ‘Big Five’ reserve, offers wonderful game viewing, bird watching, and canoeing. The uMkhuze section of the Park, boasts more than 420 recorded bird species and is renowned for its game-viewing hides, pans and the guided ‘fig forest walk’. The Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, is also home to many species of antelope as well as rhino, large populations of elephant, buffalo and giraffe and predators such as the lion, cheetah and the elusive leopard. Safari experiences with local guides and rangers offer opportunities to learn about the significance of many plants and trees used in Zulu culture and traditions.
DID YOU KNOW? encounters. These experiences provide visitors with a valuable understanding of the socio- economic realities, challenges and current traditional practices. Share in and experience the local traditions and customs of communities driven to preserve their culture with passion and pride. One of these is at the Veyane Cultural Village, an authentic Zulu attraction located adjacent to the Western Shores section of iSimangaliso and owned by the Induna himself, Phillip Mhkwanazi. Or on a visit to the Kosi Bay region, home to a TembeThonga population. Experience the annual uMthayi (Marula) Festival takes place during the harvest period in late February, and marvel at the Kosi Bay fish traps which offer a striking example of this centuries-old practice of fishing. Within the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve, which surrounds the rare and beautiful Kosi Bay lake system, is a tropical paradise of crystal-clear water, marshland, swamp and coastal forests that is home to about 250 species of bird.
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ELEPHANT COAST TOURISM OFFICES UMKHANYAKUDE TOURISM (ELEPHANT COAST) Tel: 035 562 0966 email : info@awf.co.za MTUBATUBA TOURISM (MTUBA ST LUCIA) Colin Riley 082 492 0932 / Sipho Msweli HLUHLUWE TOURISM (HLUHLUWE BIG 5) Tel: 035 562 0353 email: info@awf.co.za UMHLABUYALINGANACORAL COAST (SODWANA TO KOSI BAY) Tel 074 103 0955 Email: info@coralcoast.co.za JOZINI TOURIM (LEBOMBO) Tel: 082 216 5744 email: tourism@jozini.org.za
AUG-SEPT EVENTS Daily Zamimpilo Community Market (fresh produce & craft market) – daily, on N2 between Mtubatuba and Hluhluwe. Tel: 076 436 6990 St Lucia Market (curios and fresh produce) – daily, Mckenzie Street, St Lucia Siyabonga Arts & Craft Market – daily, on the R618 just before the bridge over the St Lucia Estuary, St Lucia Daily - Weather permitting Whale and dolphin watching - with legal permit holders only with Advantage Cruiser from Durban, St Lucia, Sodwana Bay or Richards Bay. www. advantagetours.co.za Every weekday, Saturday & Sunday peak season 10h00 and 12h00. Advantage Cruiser. Two-hour boat cruise on Lake St Lucia to see hippo, crocs and a variety of birdlife from up close. R200.00 per person – children under 12 half price; toddlers under 2yrs, no charge. Contact: 035 590 1259, 035 590 1180 Sunday mornings (out of peak season) 10h00 and 12h00. Advantage Cruiser. Two-hour boat cruise on Lake St Lucia to see hippo, crocs and a variety of birdlife from up close. R160.00 per person – children under 12 half price; toddlers under 2yrs, no charge. Contact: 035 590 1259, 035 590 1180 UPCOMING EVENT: 23-27 October The iKhulu Challenge (100km 3-day trailrunning event) – Gugulesizwe Camp, Maputaland www.therunningcompany.co.za
That special touch and friendly staff will let you come again.
Conveniently situated 600m from the N2 opposite the Golf Course. The elegantly furnished rooms, lounge area, spacious garden and secure parking, are ideally suited for business executives and tourists seeking a safe and relaxing environment.
68 Hans Strydom, Pongola | 083 608 7689 info@elegantlodgepongola.co.za | www.elegantlodgepongola.co.za
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ZULULAND The Zululand region lies north of the Thukela River and extends to the subtropical northern parts of KwaZulu-Natal. It is an area of breathtaking hills and valleys dotted with traditional tribal villages and quaint towns - a place where the rolling waves of the warm Indian Ocean crash onto golden beaches adjoined by lush coastal forests. Its where Zulu hospitality abounds, and you can unexpectedly be invited to share a meal or drink... or be the invited guest at a wedding or special ceremony. For a glimpse into the history of the region, pop into the Zululand Historical Museum located within Fort Nongqavi Museum in Eshowe, the oldest town of European settlement in Zululand. The museum depicts the history of Zululand from the early Iron Age and focuses on the fascinating crosscultural influences of the past 200 years. An interesting story is that of Hans Schreuder, a Norwegian missionary. Hans had dealings with Zulu king Mpande KaSenzangakhona who at that time was unwell, and as a result of helping the ailing king was allowed to begin teaching Christianity to the people. A first in the region. The Vukani Zulu Cultural Museum, also within the For Nongqayi complex, houses some of the best Zulu arts and crafts work collected over the years, with several of the artists receiving international recognition for their work. The Vukani Association was formed more than 30 years ago to revive the then-dying art of basketry. Through Vukani, men and women have pooled their inherited knowledge of grasses, palm leaves, natural dyes, beadwork, woodcarving and ceramics to produce a range of contemporary items with a traditional theme which has created a new market for the crafters of Zululand.
DID YOU KNOW? communities in the area where visitors can experience traditional Zulu hospitality, or a traditional Zulu wedding ceremony, and if you wish, visit a traditional healer. For an urban view of Zulu culture, take a township tour showcasing modern Zulu life including taverns, shebeens and traditional medicine shops. Another traditional experience is the annual celebration of the Zulu King’s Reed Dance, the uMkhosi woMhlanga, a traditional ceremony of maidens held annually during the first weekend of September. Maidens from all over the province and from as far afield as the Kingdom of Swaziland flock to the eNyokeni Royal Palace to participate in the traditional dance of the maidens. The girls converge in groups from the Zululand regions to the Kings Palace the day before the ceremony. The main attraction of the ceremony is the presentation of reeds to the King. Each maiden is to carry a reed from the river and present it to the King in a spectacular procession at the Palace. Zululand offers opportunities for an authentic insight into the contemporary cultural lifestyle of the average rural Zulu person, to experience village life as happens – a vibrant living culture.
There are many insightful opportunities for visitors to experience living Zulu culture at first hand… Zululand Eco-Adventures offers visits to local
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ZULULAND TOURISM OFFICES ULUNDI TOURISM Tel: 072 748 4250 | Fax: 035 874 5831 VRYHEID TOURISM Abaqulusi Local Council E-mail: information@abaqulusi.gov.za Tel: 034 982 2133 X2229 | Fax: 034 982 3497 NONGOMA TOURISM Nongoma Local Council Tel: 035 831 7517 | Fax: 035 831 3153 Cell: 079 936 5163 UPHONGOLO TOURISM Tel: 034 413 1223 | Fax: 034 413 1706 | Cell: 084 728 8974 E-mail: senzokk@webmail.co.za KING CETSWAYO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY P/Bag x 1025, Richards Bay 3900 Tel: 035 799 2500 | Fax: 035 7898176 E-mail: tourism@uthungulu.co.za Website: www.uthungulu.org.za UMHLATHUZE TOURISM Richards Bay/Empangeni Tel: 035 907 5018 | Fax: 035 907 5000 E-mail: rbtour@uthungulu.co.za ZULULAND DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY Tel: 035 870 1130 | 035 874 5500 E-mail: ztourism@zululand.org.za www.zululandtourism.org.za PAULPIETERSBURG TOURISM Edumbe Local Council Tel: 034 995 1650 X229 | Fax: 034 995 1192
UMLALAZI TOURISM Eshowe/Mtunzini Tel: 035 473 3474 | Fax: 035 474 4733 E-mail: ronel@umlalazi.org.za Website: www.umlalazi.org.za | www.visitzululand.co.za MTHONJANENI TOURISM ASSOCIATION Melmoth Tel: 035 450 7572 | Fax: 035 450 7572
A REAL ZULU EXPERIENCE Tour rural Zululand from Eshowe with a Zulu guide in your own vehicle. Visit schools, crèches and orphanages and meet ordinary Zulu people in the countryside and townships. Visit a market, sangomas, beaders, potters and nyangas concocting medicines. Daily: 10 to 3 pm. Zulu Village Tour (R595 pp) Zulu Village Tour with Homestay (R795 pp) Weekend Ceremonies: 12 to 5 pm Zulu weddings, Sangoma Healing, (Sun.) Coming of Age. (Sat.) (R595 pp). Starting Venue: Sugar Hill Manor Guesthouse. Also Accommodation: R600 Single. R750 Double. Discounts for group Tours.
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AUG-SEPT EVENTS Daily Fort Nongqayi Museum Village, Eshowe - Zululand Historical and Vukani Zulu Cultural Museums, KZN Papermakers (paper from sugar cane), Beautiful Things Gallery, Restaurant, newly opened Eshowe Butterfly Dome. All tours guided. Tel 035 474 2281 or 035 464 5274. Dlinza Forest Aerial Boardwalk and forest trails with qualified Birding Guides. Contact: Mrs Shelley Stuart Tel 035 474 4029. E-mail eshoweboardwalk@telkomsa.net Every Saturday morning Mtunzini Morning Market – Mtunzini Country Club. Tel: 035 340 1147 First Sunday of every month BRide Sundays – Breakfast Ride Sundays – The Farm south of Mtunzini Email: info@farmadventures.co.za / Whatsapp: 083 406 5342 Every weekend (subject to availability) Golf and Beer Weekends - Eshowe. www.zulublonde.com Every third week of every month for 4 days Royal Nguni Cattle Sale and Mona Market, Nongoma 3 August Spares Shop MTB Race – Christian School, Richards Bay. John – 072 282 9903 3 August Eshowe SuperSpar Ngoje Trail Run – Brocklee Dam, Eshowe. www.ngoje.co.za / Meg – 083 286 5768 10-11 August Zini Beach ‘n Bush 3-in-1 Trail Run – Mtunzini. Tel: Paul Mannix – 082 571 6559 19-25 August Skydive for Rhinos – Hluhluwe Airfield www.projectrhinokzn.org 23-25 August Rhino Ride 2019 – Manyoni Private Game Reserve. www.zululandconservationtrust.org 24 August Zululand Oddball Olympics – St Catherines School, Empangeni. Tel: 035 772 3041 Early September – date TBA Zulu Reed Dance – eNyokeni Palace, Nongoma Tel: 035 833 2044 1 September Bell Hluhluwe MTB Rhino Charge – Hluhluwe Private School, Hluhluwe Tel: Antoinette van Staden – 083 661 7664 20-22 September Dolos Fees 2019 – Alkantstrand, Richards Bay. www.dolosfees.co.za
ESHOWE, a town set on a hill, is situated around a 250 hectare indigenous coastal scarp forest. Eshowe offers visitors a variety of unusual attractions, the most striking being the Dlinza Forest itself, with hiking trails and picnic spots and the magnificent Dlinza Forest Aerial Boardwalk. DLINZA FOREST AERIAL BOARDWALK The Boardwalk, the first of its kind in Southern Africa and exclusive to Eshowe, is a 150 metre walkway built above the forest floor, which allows visitors to view the flora, fauna and avifauna at a comfortable level. It ends with a 20 metre high tower, offering dramatic views of both the forest canopy and surrounding countryside. The Boardwalk employs a number of trained birding guides who are available to show visitors some of the delights of the forest.
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Here one can spot the shy Narina Trogon or see Long-Crested Eagles, as well as the rare Spotted Thrush and many other forest dwellers. The Ironwoods, Wild Plums and other forest giants give shelter to orchids, clivias, bushbuck, duiker, narina trogons, Delegorgue’s pigeon and wood owls. One hundred and eighty different wildflower species blossom in the grasslands, and Eshowe is one of very few towns in the country which has trees in flower every day of the year!
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BATTLEFIELDS The Battlefields is a region of much significance in the history and heritage of KwaZulu-Natal and boasts the largest concentration of significant battles and war related sites in South Africa. It is where Zulus, Voortrekkers and British clashed in some of the bloodiest battles in the history of South Africa, shaping the towns and villages of this region. The wars were fought over land and sovereignty and played out over almost 100 years. Today people travel from around the world to revisit the areas where these momentous events in our history took place. Besides taking an organized tour, there are several self-drive routes established to enable you to visit these historic towns and sites. Knowledgeable, friendly and accredited local guides are available and guarantee hour upon hour of captivating company. The King Shaka’s Way Route takes visitors from the coastal region of Stanger, through Eshowe, Melmoth and on to Ulundi and offers world-class game reserves, heritage sites and Zulu culture and tradition. The Remembrance Route begins from Pietermaritzburg through Greytown, Tugela Ferry, and Dundee and onto the Ithala Game Reserve and is an area incredibly rich in Zulu culture. The Rifleman’s Road Route starts from Volkrust in the northwest, down through Newcastle, Dundee, Ladysmith, Colenso and Estcourt. Visitors will encounter fabulous scenery, generous hospitality, and tales of great courage and endurance. From Ulundi through to Vryheid, on to Paulpietersburg and Ithala Game Reserve the Warrior’s Trek Route offers stunning scenery, warm mineral fountains, battlefields, game viewing and culture galore – visit the Ncome Museum, dedicated to fallen Zulu warriors and to Zulu culture. The Siege Salute Route has a high concentration of historical sites encompassing Anglo-Boer War and several Voortrekker- Zulu War sites. Major towns along the route are Ladysmith, Colenso, Estcourt and Winterton – don’t miss the memorial to the Battle of Spionkop. This route is abundant with beautiful landscapes, wildlife, birdlife and adventures. Dundee is the centre of the Red Soldiers Route, and the impressive Talana Museum, set in a 20-acre heritage
DID YOU KNOW? park, on the outskirts of the town depicts the varied history of the region. Battle sites on this route include the Isandlwana, Rorkes Drift and Fugitives drift. At the Carnegie Art Gallery in Newcastle contemporary South African art works can be viewed and a well-stocked shop with local craftwork and the unique Isiphethu fabric art is available. The townships of Madadeni, Osizweni and Blaauwbosch provide a unique cultural experience and historic sites connected to Nelson Mandela, Chief Albert Luthuli and other local heroes. Ladysmith is famous for another group of local heroes, the male choral group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Formed in the early 1960s and singing in the local style of isicathamiya and mbube, the group went on to sing with Paul Simon and many other international musicians and won their first Grammy in 1988 and have been awarded three more since.
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TOURISM OFFICES AMAJUBA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY Tel: 034 329 7200; E-mail:tourism@amajuba.gov.za Newcastle Office 034 315 3318; E-mail: info@newcastle.co.za Utrecht Museum 034 331 3249 E-mail: utrechtmuseum@jenny.co.za UMZINYATHI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY Tel: 034 219 1500 E-mail: tourism@umzinyathi.gov.za Msinga Office Tel: 033 493 0761 E-mail: buthelezim@msinga.gov.sa BATTLEFIELDS ROUTE Tel: 082 802 1643 route@battlefields.org.za DUNDEE TOURISM Tel: 034 212 2121x2262 E-mail: info@tourdundee.co.za GREYTOWN MUSEUM 033 413 9124 LADYSMITH TOURISM 036 637 2992 E-mail: info@ladysmith.co.za UTRECHT TOURISM Gerhardt Smook (Vise-Chairperson) Cell:082 856 2973 Email: gerhardt@nuwebegin.org Marissa Venter (Secretary); Cell: 082 782 7552 Email: oppieplaas@live.co.za
AUG-SEPT EVENTS Every Saturday Park Run - Grey Goose Game Lodge, Newcastle. Tel: Tanja Parkinson – 034 315 3221 3 August Gandhi Walk – Talana Museum, Dundee www.talana.co.za Show off your Ride – Black Rock Casino, Newcastle Tel: Terrence – 076 618 5476 4 August Social Market – Scrapyard Lounge, Newcastle. Tel: 083 600 0739 Zama Trail Run Series – AJD Meats, Newcastle Tel: 083 410 0600 9 August Memel Walk (walk, run) – Memel, Newcastle Tel: Johan – 082 923 0078 / Christo – 083 375 5883 10 August Women’s Day-Fit Day Out – Grey Goose Lodge, Newcastle. Tel: Tanja – 034 315 3221 1 September Zama Trail Run Series – Vulintaba Country Estate, Newcastle. Tel: 083 410 0600 7-28 September Alfred Duma Municipality: 2019 Annual Heritage Festival – Emnambithi/Ladysmith Tel: Luke Makhubo – 083 635 3663 / Sandile Hadebe – 078 365 0194 Indlamu Competition - Emnambithi/Ladysmith Tel: Luke Makhubo – 083 635 3663 / Sandile Hadebe – 078 365 0194 14 September Biggarsberg Mpati Mountain Race – Dundee Junior School, Dundee Tel: Lani van der Mesht – 083 697 3333 Newcastle Home Décor Expo – Farmers Hall, Newcastle. Tel: SMN Events – 076 826 6896
8 September Ladysmith Cycle Challenge – Soldiers Way, Ladysmith. Tel: Siegetown Wheelers / Andre Beukes – 072 561 0088 14 September Michaelis Challenge (walk, run, MTB) – Bloemveld Dam, Vryheid Tel: Nils von Ahlften – 083 291 6720 21 September Isicathamiya Competition Emnambithi/Ladysmith. Tel: Luke Makhubo – 083 635 3663 / Sandile Hadebe – 078 365 0194 28 September Ladysmith Athletic Club Half Marathon Night Race – Ladysmith Sports Club, Ladysmith. Tel: Lincoln Sibiya – 079 361 0871 20 September Art Expo & Imiqondo Yabantu (People’s mind heritage exhibition) – Art Gallery, Newcastle. Tel: Eric Kubheka – 034 328 7622 / 066 460 6535 20-22 September Soundwave Dundee – A celebration of music in the of Churches in Dundee www.tourdundee.co.za 23-24 September The Night of the Dead Moon Tour – Talana Museum, Dundee. www.talana.co.za 28 September Social Market Osizweni Event – Khazins Shisanyama, Osizweni, Newcastle Tel: 061 436 1717 Maskandi Competition - Emnambithi/Ladysmith Tel: Luke Makhubo – 083 635 3663 / Sandile Hadebe – 078 365 0194
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