Unilever South Africa’s additional R100 million investment in its Maydon Wharf manufacturing facility is more than a capacity upgrade. It is a strategic reinforcement of Durban’s industrial ecosystem − one that sustains local suppliers, skilled workers and service providers whose livelihoods are tied to the factory’s operations.

KwaZulu-Natal is blessed with an extraordinary diversity of landscapes, from rugged mountains and rolling grasslands to forests, wetlands and coastal wilderness. Yet for many residents, these natural treasures remain places to visit ‘one day’ rather than destinations to explore regularly.

The first KZN Top Business Women photoshoot and interview day got the 2026 cohort off to a vibrant start, bringing together 14 accomplished women from a diverse range of industries and backgrounds.

There is something immediately distinctive about walking into the Beekman Group’s headquarters in Port Shepstone. Perhaps it is the warmth of the welcome, the sense of history that surrounds the business, or simply the way John, Cindy, Wayne and Neville Beekman speak about the Group with a shared sense of pride. Whatever it is, it quickly becomes clear that the Beekman Group is more than a family-owned business in the traditional sense – it is a business built around family.

KwaZulu-Natal’s manufacturing future may not be found in replacing its biggest industries, but in building everything around them.

Firefighters may face the same fundamental danger—fire—but the conditions surrounding each incident can differ significantly. This article dives into why choosing the right wildland firefighting PPE is so important.

KwaZulu-Natal’s manufacturing sector remains one of the province’s most important economic engines, but navigating the current environment requires more than simply increasing production or securing finance. It requires stronger relationships, meaningful networks and a willingness to understand the challenges facing businesses at an individual level.

This Women’s Month, we are sharing the inspiring story of Durban-based, women-led food business We Are Food, founded by sisters Jane and Amy, which has grown from a family kitchen with eight garage freezers into a 30+ employee food manufacturing business supplying SPAR nationally.

South Africa’s unemployment crisis continues to hit women hardest. In the second quarter of 2026, the official unemployment rate for women stood at 37.5%, compared with 30.3% for men.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended eThekwini Municipality for successfully hosting the 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit, reaffirming Durban's status as a premier destination for major international events.

Hammond Pole Attorneys says rising civil debt litigation reflects growing financial pressure on South African households, making it increasingly important for consumers to understand their legal obligations. According to Elandri Brecher, distinguishing between arrears and the total outstanding balance can materially affect how consumers respond to debt enforcement and the options available to them.

The tyre industry has traditionally been male dominated, but that landscape is changing. At Super Tyres, one woman is proving that strong leadership, commercial experience and the ability to deliver results can cross industry boundaries.

KwaZulu-Natal's cruise tourism sector is proving to be far more than a seasonal attraction. As international cruise ships continue to call at the Port of Durban and Richards Bay, the industry is generating significant economic activity, supporting thousands of jobs and creating opportunities for businesses across the province.

KZN Top Business Women is a recognition ceremony, not your standard awards gala.

Transforming Energy into Success: The Synergy Behind the Sell the Sizzle Conference

The official opening of Kingsburgh Junction on Thursday, 23 July, marked an important milestone for retail development on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast, introducing a modern convenience shopping destination designed to better serve the growing communities of Kingsburgh and its surrounding suburbs.

Imagine a head chef in an upmarket restaurant wiping down a prep surface between services, confident it's clean. Or a canteen supervisor spraying down counters before the lunch rush. Both believe it’s sufficient. But is it?

Africa’s greatest horse racing and social event, the Hollywoodbets Durban July, is edging closer to delivering R1 billion to the eThekwini economy this year, capping a remarkable turnaround story for an industry that was on the brink of collapse just a few years ago.

South Africa plays a significant but often overlooked role in global manufacturing value chains, supplying renewable woodfibre that is ultimately used in products ranging from textiles and clothing to hygiene and consumer goods.

The race to crown KwaZulu-Natal's favourite brand is officially underway as voting opens for the highly anticipated KZN Top Brand 2026 Award. Unlike the category awards, which are judged by an independent panel, the KZN Top Brand Award is decided entirely by public vote, giving customers, employees, suppliers and communities the opportunity to support the brands that have made a meaningful impact on their lives.

The Zululand Energy Terminal (ZET) has signed a Heads of Agreement (HoA) with ExxonMobil South Africa LNG Ltd, an affiliate of the global energy major ExxonMobil, marking another milestone in the development of South Africa’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal at the Port of Richards Bay.

In hospitality, expectations are shifting on two fronts. Guests continue to demand consistently high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and service, while also placing greater emphasis on the environmental impact of their stay.

The KwaZulu-Natal Clothing and Textile Cluster yesterday marked a major milestone, celebrating two decades of growth, innovation and industry leadership at its 20th Anniversary Annual General Meeting.

Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal — Ground has officially been broken for the expansion of the Healing Earth™ Transformative Wellness Spa at Brahman Hills, bringing a sanctuary to life where wellness is not confined to a treatment room, but woven into the very landscape that surrounds it.