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The 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference (KZNIC 2025), held from 22 to 24 October at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, concluded with verified investment pledges totalling R100.1 billion across 34 projects, signalling a major step towards accelerating inclusive and sustainable development in the province.

The 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference (KZNIC 2025), held from 22 to 24 October at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, concluded with verified investment pledges totalling R100.1 billion across 34 projects, signalling a major step towards accelerating inclusive and sustainable development in the province.

A NEW ERA OF ECONOMIC GROWTH FOR KZN

Coffee with Grant

21 hours ago3 min read

Global Airways to Launch Durban-Réunion Flights in February 2026

Global Airways to Launch Durban-Réunion Flights in February 2026

Global Airways to Launch Durban-Réunion Flights in February 2026

7 days ago2 min read

Access to reliable, dignified sanitation remains a critical challenge for many communities — both rural and urban. Conventional sanitation infrastructure often depends on consistent water supply, extensive plumbing, and costly installations that are difficult to scale. That’s where Envirosan Sanitation Solutions steps in, offering a fresh, future-ready approach.

Access to reliable, dignified sanitation remains a critical challenge for many communities — both rural and urban. Conventional sanitation infrastructure often depends on consistent water supply, extensive plumbing, and costly installations that are difficult to scale. That’s where Envirosan Sanitation Solutions steps in, offering a fresh, future-ready approach.

Envirosan Sanitation Solutions: Revolutionizing Sanitation with Smart, Sustainable Innovation

Dec 112 min read

A WORLD-CLASS AMUSEMENT AND FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT PARK ALONG DURBAN BEACH PROMENADE - eThekwini Municipality

A WORLD-CLASS AMUSEMENT AND FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT PARK ALONG DURBAN BEACH PROMENADE - eThekwini Municipality

A WORLD-CLASS AMUSEMENT AND FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT PARK ALONG DURBAN BEACH PROMENADE - eThekwini Municipality

Coffee with Grant

Dec 112 min read

Driving Skills Development and Transformation: Meondo Holdings Learnership & Bursary Update

Driving Skills Development and Transformation: Meondo Holdings Learnership & Bursary Update

Driving Skills Development and Transformation: Meondo Holdings Learnership & Bursary Update

MEONDO HOLDINGS

Dec 101 min read

ATTRACTING ATTENTION IN STYLE - MOTOR SENSE

ATTRACTING ATTENTION IN STYLE - MOTOR SENSE

ATTRACTING ATTENTION IN STYLE - MOTOR SENSE

Coffee with Grant

Dec 93 min read

GRIEVANCES IN THE WORKPLACE - DRG Outsourcing

GRIEVANCES IN THE WORKPLACE - DRG Outsourcing

GRIEVANCES IN THE WORKPLACE - DRG Outsourcing

KZN Business Sense

Dec 95 min read

FESTIVE SEASON RISKS CRIME, SAFETY AND MEDICAL EMERGENCIES - Mobi Ventures

FESTIVE SEASON RISKS CRIME, SAFETY AND MEDICAL EMERGENCIES - Mobi Ventures

FESTIVE SEASON RISKS CRIME, SAFETY AND MEDICAL EMERGENCIES - Mobi Ventures

KZN Business Sense

Dec 94 min read

NEW INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS SPARKED- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Foundation

NEW INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS SPARKED- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Foundation

NEW INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS SPARKED- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Foundation

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Dec 92 min read

“Shortly after submitting an offer for our longawaited dream home, my husband received an mail from a potential neighbour informing him that we must attend a meeting with various owners to see if we qualified to live there. We were furious. It turned out that the author was a client of my husband’s and the whole thing was a practical joke.

“Shortly after submitting an offer for our longawaited dream home, my husband received an mail from a potential neighbour informing him that we must attend a meeting with various owners to see if we qualified to live there. We were furious. It turned out that the author was a client of my husband’s and the whole thing was a practical joke.

DEALING WITH THE JONESES TYSON PROPERTIES ADVISES BUYERS ON SPOTTING POTENTIAL PROBLEM NEIGHBOURS

Tyson Properties

Dec 94 min read

REINVENTION: AND WHY EVERY GREAT BUSINESS NEEDS IT, INCLUDING OURS- ActionCOACH

REINVENTION: AND WHY EVERY GREAT BUSINESS NEEDS IT, INCLUDING OURS- ActionCOACH

REINVENTION: AND WHY EVERY GREAT BUSINESS NEEDS IT, INCLUDING OURS- ActionCOACH

ActionCOACH Trevor Clark

Dec 94 min read

MOBILE COOLING MADE EASY- SKY TENTS

MOBILE COOLING MADE EASY- SKY TENTS

MOBILE COOLING MADE EASY- SKY TENTS

Dec 92 min read

LABOURNET’S INNOVATIVE PAYROLL SOLUTIONS:REVOLUTIONISING RETAIL OPERATIONS

LABOURNET’S INNOVATIVE PAYROLL SOLUTIONS:REVOLUTIONISING RETAIL OPERATIONS

LABOURNET’S INNOVATIVE PAYROLL SOLUTIONS:REVOLUTIONISING RETAIL OPERATIONS

KZN Business Sense

Dec 93 min read

GROUNDED APPROACH TO BOTH LIFE AND BUSINESS- Ocean Driven Media

GROUNDED APPROACH TO BOTH LIFE AND BUSINESS- Ocean Driven Media

GROUNDED APPROACH TO BOTH LIFE AND BUSINESS- Ocean Driven Media

KZN Business Sense

Dec 93 min read

DO YOU KNOW WITH WHOM YOU ARE DOING BUSINESS? -Cox Yeats Attorneys

DO YOU KNOW WITH WHOM YOU ARE DOING BUSINESS? -Cox Yeats Attorneys

DO YOU KNOW WITH WHOM YOU ARE DOING BUSINESS? -Cox Yeats Attorneys

Cox Yeats Attorneys

Dec 93 min read

LEADING WITH HEART,VISION AND PURPOSE

LEADING WITH HEART,VISION AND PURPOSE

LEADING WITH HEART,VISION AND PURPOSE

Dec 94 min read

Praksha Jaga, Associate Director, EY South Africa Tax

Praksha Jaga, Associate Director, EY South Africa Tax

WHAT GLOBAL TAX REFORM MEANS FOR BUSINESSES IN KWAZULU-NATAL

Ernst and Young

Dec 93 min read

THE COST OF A BAD ACCOUNTANT - Heather Flack

THE COST OF A BAD ACCOUNTANT - Heather Flack

THE COST OF A BAD ACCOUNTANT - Heather Flack

Flair Accounting

Dec 94 min read

Reflections on KwaZulu-Natal's Business Landscape in 2025

Reflections on KwaZulu-Natal's Business Landscape in 2025

Reflections on KwaZulu-Natal's Business Landscape in 2025

Dec 82 min read

High Street Auction Co supports South Africa’s “second chance economy”

High Street Auction Co supports South Africa’s “second chance economy”

High Street Auction Co supports South Africa’s “second chance economy”

Coffee with Grant

Dec 84 min read

South Africa’s first fully operational intermodal freight village in the small KwaZulu-Natal town of Estcourt is not only actively addressing the inefficiencies and congestion along South Africa’s busiest road freight corridor between Durban and Gauteng but is about to expand into a multi-billion-rand operation that will set an important precedent for containing logistics costs and making local manufacturers more competitive, says EIT Group CEO Wessel Jacobs.

South Africa’s first fully operational intermodal freight village in the small KwaZulu-Natal town of Estcourt is not only actively addressing the inefficiencies and congestion along South Africa’s busiest road freight corridor between Durban and Gauteng but is about to expand into a multi-billion-rand operation that will set an important precedent for containing logistics costs and making local manufacturers more competitive, says EIT Group CEO Wessel Jacobs.

EIT Group’s Estcourt Intermodal Freight Village due for expansion

Coffee with Grant

Dec 83 min read

From Loskop to the Nation: How a Rural KZN Village Powers South Africa’s Toughest School Shoes

Bata South Africa

Dec 54 min read

Forestry remains one of South Africa’s most demanding and high-risk sectors, shaped by challenging terrains, unpredictable weather and intensive manual labour. For the thousands of employees and contractors working in the South African Forestry industry, safety is not simply a protocol, it is a discipline that underpins every decision, every shift and every task in the field.

Forestry remains one of South Africa’s most demanding and high-risk sectors, shaped by challenging terrains, unpredictable weather and intensive manual labour. For the thousands of employees and contractors working in the South African Forestry industry, safety is not simply a protocol, it is a discipline that underpins every decision, every shift and every task in the field.

Sappi Forests Marks a Year of Progress and Reinforces Commitment to Safer Forestry Operations

Dec 53 min read

The KwaZulu-Natal Joint Municipal Pension/Provident Funds — NJMPF — is a long-standing retirement-fund institution serving municipal employees across KwaZulu-Natal. Founded in 1942, the Fund provides retirement planning, pension and provident-fund benefits to thousands of members and pensioners.

The KwaZulu-Natal Joint Municipal Pension/Provident Funds — NJMPF — is a long-standing retirement-fund institution serving municipal employees across KwaZulu-Natal. Founded in 1942, the Fund provides retirement planning, pension and provident-fund benefits to thousands of members and pensioners.

NJMPF: Building Secure Futures Through Retirement, Education and Community

Dec 32 min read

The holiday season brings excitement, travel, family gatherings, and a chance to relax. But it also brings increased risks. More people are on the roads, many homes are left unattended, and there is generally more activity and distraction. During this time, being prepared for both security threats and medical emergencies becomes essential.

The holiday season brings excitement, travel, family gatherings, and a chance to relax. But it also brings increased risks. More people are on the roads, many homes are left unattended, and there is generally more activity and distraction. During this time, being prepared for both security threats and medical emergencies becomes essential.

Stay Safe This Holiday Season: Essential Security & Emergency Tips for Every Family

Dec 32 min read

Hyundai Alcazar: The Ideal Family SUV with Versatility and Comfort - Grant Adlam

Hyundai Alcazar: The Ideal Family SUV with Versatility and Comfort - Grant Adlam

Hyundai Alcazar: The Ideal Family SUV with Versatility and Comfort - Grant Adlam

Coffee with Grant

Dec 22 min read

19 Fascinating Facts About Gagasi FM: Celebrating 19 Years of The Sound of KZN

19 Fascinating Facts About Gagasi FM: Celebrating 19 Years of The Sound of KZN

19 Fascinating Facts About Gagasi FM: Celebrating 19 Years of The Sound of KZN

Dec 23 min read

Durban — Cash-flow strategist and business leader Debbie Vandekan (née Jones) is drawing renewed attention for her role in building Three Peaks Payment House, a company that has become a long-standing pillar of support for South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). During a recent discussion with ActionCOACH’s Trevor Clark, Vandekan outlined the development of the business and the principles that shaped its success.

Durban — Cash-flow strategist and business leader Debbie Vandekan (née Jones) is drawing renewed attention for her role in building Three Peaks Payment House, a company that has become a long-standing pillar of support for South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). During a recent discussion with ActionCOACH’s Trevor Clark, Vandekan outlined the development of the business and the principles that shaped its success.

Cash-Flow Specialist Debbie Vandekan Shares the Story Behind Three Peaks Payment House

ActionCOACH Trevor Clark

Dec 23 min read

Need some direction for your vision in the new year? Join us for this FREE DreamCharting Virtual Experience and start mapping out the future you deserve!

Need some direction for your vision in the new year? Join us for this FREE DreamCharting Virtual Experience and start mapping out the future you deserve!

DreamCharting Virtual Experience with Actioncoach

ActionCOACH Trevor Clark

Nov 281 min read

Managing effluent, groundwater, or stormwater shouldn’t be costly, complicated, or unreliable. Yet traditional soakaway systems often rely on geotextile fabric, stone layers, and perforated pipes—materials that increase installation time, drive up costs, and offer limited long-term performance. These older systems can struggle under demanding conditions such as high water tables, heavy rainfall, or poor soil structure, making them less effective and more prone to maintenance issues.

Managing effluent, groundwater, or stormwater shouldn’t be costly, complicated, or unreliable. Yet traditional soakaway systems often rely on geotextile fabric, stone layers, and perforated pipes—materials that increase installation time, drive up costs, and offer limited long-term performance. These older systems can struggle under demanding conditions such as high water tables, heavy rainfall, or poor soil structure, making them less effective and more prone to maintenance issues.

EaziSoak: The Game-Changing Soakaway Solution You’ve Been Waiting For

Nov 282 min read

AfriSam’s Roadstab Cement continues to strengthen South Africa’s road infrastructure by delivering a dependable high performance solution for stabilising and improving road layers in demanding conditions. Engineered specifically for road construction, it ensures superior strength, durability and consistent performance across diverse soil types, enabling contractors to meet quality standards and tight project schedules.

AfriSam’s Roadstab Cement continues to strengthen South Africa’s road infrastructure by delivering a dependable high performance solution for stabilising and improving road layers in demanding conditions. Engineered specifically for road construction, it ensures superior strength, durability and consistent performance across diverse soil types, enabling contractors to meet quality standards and tight project schedules.

AFRISAM ROADSTAB – STRENGTHENING SOUTH AFRICA’S ROADS FOR THE LONG HAUL

Nov 282 min read

Unleash the Madness: MAD MONDAY Race Deals Are Here!

Unleash the Madness: MAD MONDAY Race Deals Are Here!

Unleash the Madness: MAD MONDAY Race Deals Are Here!

Nov 271 min read

Empowering Women's Health: Wendy Dhlomo's Journey with Femi Clinics

Empowering Women's Health: Wendy Dhlomo's Journey with Femi Clinics

Empowering Women's Health: Wendy Dhlomo's Journey with Femi Clinics

KZN Top Business Women

Nov 261 min read

In South Africa’s rapidly evolving business landscape, fewer than 30% of family-owned businesses successfully transition to the second generation, and only a small fraction makes it to the third. Beekman Group stands out as a rare example of what long-term leadership, vision and shared values can achieve. More than 50 years after its beginnings in KwaZulu-Natal, the Group has grown into one of the region’s most trusted names in hospitality and property development, managing more than 40 resorts across Southern Africa and Australasia. Its story shows how legacy can thrive when it evolves with intention.

In South Africa’s rapidly evolving business landscape, fewer than 30% of family-owned businesses successfully transition to the second generation, and only a small fraction makes it to the third. Beekman Group stands out as a rare example of what long-term leadership, vision and shared values can achieve. More than 50 years after its beginnings in KwaZulu-Natal, the Group has grown into one of the region’s most trusted names in hospitality and property development, managing more than 40 resorts across Southern Africa and Australasia. Its story shows how legacy can thrive when it evolves with intention.

Legacy in Motion: Rethinking Leadership for a Multi-Generational Future in South Africa

Nov 253 min read

Minenhle Dlamini's Journey to Gagasi FM Managing Director

Minenhle Dlamini's Journey to Gagasi FM Managing Director

Minenhle Dlamini's Journey to Gagasi FM Managing Director

KZN Business Sense

Nov 221 min read

Ocean Driven Media-Recap of the Latest Projects

Ocean Driven Media-Recap of the Latest Projects

Ocean Driven Media-Recap of the Latest Projects

Ocean Driven Media

Nov 214 min read

Keep sustainable investment top of mind, Tyson Properties advisesas Reserve Bank makes another rate cut

Keep sustainable investment top of mind, Tyson Properties advisesas Reserve Bank makes another rate cut

Keep sustainable investment top of mind, Tyson Properties advisesas Reserve Bank makes another rate cut

Tyson Properties

Nov 213 min read

Rooted in traditional family values and driven by a passion for exceptional service, Capitol Caterers has grown into one of South Africa’s trusted catering partners across multiple sectors. For decades, we have built a reputation for delivering nutritious meals, innovative food solutions, and personalised service that makes every client feel like part of our family.

Rooted in traditional family values and driven by a passion for exceptional service, Capitol Caterers has grown into one of South Africa’s trusted catering partners across multiple sectors. For decades, we have built a reputation for delivering nutritious meals, innovative food solutions, and personalised service that makes every client feel like part of our family.

Welcome to the Family: The Capitol Caterers Story

Capitol Caterers

Nov 202 min read

World Toilet Day - 19 November 2025

World Toilet Day - 19 November 2025

World Toilet Day - 19 November 2025

Nov 192 min read

A R47-million multi-functional indoor centre will be built to accommodate Durban Girls College’s growing enrolment and enhance facilities – a bold step that will enhance the future of this iconic school, positioning it as a destination school offering world-class facilities that support a holistic and forward-thinking education for girls, said Heidi Rea, executive head of the school.

A R47-million multi-functional indoor centre will be built to accommodate Durban Girls College’s growing enrolment and enhance facilities – a bold step that will enhance the future of this iconic school, positioning it as a destination school offering world-class facilities that support a holistic and forward-thinking education for girls, said Heidi Rea, executive head of the school.

Durban Girls’ College Announces Construction of Landmark New Multi-Functional Indoor Centre

Coffee with Grant

Nov 182 min read

The grand finale of the KZN Top Business Women 2025 initiative – powered by Women of Africa Group, Absa, and Morar Incorporated, and supported by DRG – took place on 13 November 2025. This glamorous event marked the conclusion to a programme that continues to uplift, recognise, and celebrate women of influence across KwaZulu-Natal.

The grand finale of the KZN Top Business Women 2025 initiative – powered by Women of Africa Group, Absa, and Morar Incorporated, and supported by DRG – took place on 13 November 2025. This glamorous event marked the conclusion to a programme that continues to uplift, recognise, and celebrate women of influence across KwaZulu-Natal.

KZN Top Business Women 2025: A Celebration of Excellence

KZN Top Business Women

Nov 172 min read

You’re invited to GrowthCLUB 90-Day Planning Day, a powerful one-day business planning workshop designed to help you refocus, plan effectively and build a clear, actionable 90-day plan to finish 2025 strong.

You’re invited to GrowthCLUB 90-Day Planning Day, a powerful one-day business planning workshop designed to help you refocus, plan effectively and build a clear, actionable 90-day plan to finish 2025 strong.

Join Us at GrowthCLUB thisThursday!

ActionCOACH Trevor Clark

Nov 171 min read

The wait is finally over! The KZN Top Business Woman 2025 event, celebrating the achievements of KwaZulu-Natal’s most inspiring female entrepreneurs, is premiering live on YouTube tonight at 19:00. This is your exclusive chance to witness the brilliance, innovation, and drive of 40 remarkable women shaping the business landscape.

The wait is finally over! The KZN Top Business Woman 2025 event, celebrating the achievements of KwaZulu-Natal’s most inspiring female entrepreneurs, is premiering live on YouTube tonight at 19:00. This is your exclusive chance to witness the brilliance, innovation, and drive of 40 remarkable women shaping the business landscape.

Catch the Excitement: KZN Top Business Woman 2025 Premiere – Live on YouTube!

KZN Top Business Women

Nov 151 min read

EThekwini Mayor Councillor Cyril Xaba met with local Chinese businesses as part of the City’s ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships with Chinese investors in KwaZulu-Natal, particularly in Durban.

EThekwini Mayor Councillor Cyril Xaba met with local Chinese businesses as part of the City’s ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships with Chinese investors in KwaZulu-Natal, particularly in Durban.

DURBAN AND CHINA CEMENT GROWING ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP

KZN Business Sense

Nov 132 min read

Haval H6 SUV: Perfect for Grand Occasions - Grant Adlam

Haval H6 SUV: Perfect for Grand Occasions - Grant Adlam

Haval H6 SUV: Perfect for Grand Occasions - Grant Adlam

Coffee with Grant

Nov 131 min read

AfriSam’s long standing commitment to excellence and innovation in the built environment was once again underscored at the 24th Construction World Best Projects Awards, where several projects using its construction materials were recognised for outstanding achievement.

AfriSam’s long standing commitment to excellence and innovation in the built environment was once again underscored at the 24th Construction World Best Projects Awards, where several projects using its construction materials were recognised for outstanding achievement.

PROJECTS USING AFRISAM CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS SHINE AT 24TH CONSTRUCTION WORLD BEST PROJECTS AWARDS

Nov 123 min read

Investment Pledges at the KwaZulu-Natal Conference

Investment Pledges at the KwaZulu-Natal Conference

Investment Pledges at the KwaZulu-Natal Conference

KZN Business Sense

Nov 112 min read

PRESIDENTIAL ETHEKWINI WORKING GROUP (PeWG) TO CONDUCT SERVICE DELIVERY PROJECT INSPECTIONS ACROSS ETHEKWINI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

PRESIDENTIAL ETHEKWINI WORKING GROUP (PeWG) TO CONDUCT SERVICE DELIVERY PROJECT INSPECTIONS ACROSS ETHEKWINI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

PRESIDENTIAL ETHEKWINI WORKING GROUP (PeWG) TO CONDUCT SERVICE DELIVERY PROJECT INSPECTIONS ACROSS ETHEKWINI METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

DCCI - Durban Chamber of Commerce

Nov 101 min read

Sappi Limited (JSE: SAP, OTC: SPPJY) reports its fourth quarter and full year financial results for 2025

Sappi Limited (JSE: SAP, OTC: SPPJY) reports its fourth quarter and full year financial results for 2025

Sappi Limited (JSE: SAP, OTC: SPPJY) reports its fourth quarter and full year financial results for 2025

Nov 73 min read

Empowering KZN's Business Community: The Role of KZN Business Sense

Empowering KZN's Business Community: The Role of KZN Business Sense

Empowering KZN's Business Community: The Role of KZN Business Sense

KZN Business Sense

Nov 51 min read

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