The official opening of the Sappi Forestry Skills Centre in Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal recently, marked a major step in shaping a future of opportunity for those working in the industry.  Designed to equip workers with specialised, hands-on forestry training, the Centre embodies Sappi’s drive to nurture skills, create opportunities, and empower local communities through education. 

Durban, 26 May 2025. KwaZulu-Natal continues to cement its role as a dynamic engine of economic growth in South Africa. From major developments at the Durban and Richards Bay Ports—Africa’s busiest maritime gateways—to investment in agro- processing, manufacturing, digital innovation, and tourism, the province is brimming with opportunity and transformation.