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New Red Mango Arts Festival debuts in Durban
The Red Mango Arts Festival uses the arts to honour 165 years of Indian heritage – expect theatre, music, comedy and community connection.
Is AI underrated as a travel agent?
A Kaspersky survey shows only 23% of travellers in South Africa use AI to plan their trips, but more than 90% were happy with the results.
Castle Lager Boktown Durban brings rugby legends and music to Northwood Crusaders
Springbok and Sharks legends will be in attendance at Castle Lager Boktown Durban – it all happens at Northwood Crusaders Sports Club.
JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience programme
The JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience is a 13-day explosion of world-class contemporary dance bringing together dancers and dance-makers.
Hilton Arts Festival 2025 – 32 Years and going strong!
The popular Hilton Arts Festival returns bringing the pick of the country’s music, theatre, film and art to KZN audiences.
Be inspired at the ANEW Hotel Hilton Wedding Expo
View show stopping bridal attire, décor and gifting, and access photographers and videographers at the ANEW Hotel Hilton’s Wedding Expo.
Music, art and opulence at Rockets Wonderland lifestyle fête
Rockets Wonderland is a premium lifestyle fête which will be unveiled on the weekend of the Durban July.
Sea-Sound-Waves theme for Ballito Pro Music Concerts
This year’s free Ballito Pro Music Concerts include The Ballito Pro Infinite Playlist – featuring retro music from top musicians.
Black Rhino founder population returns to Mozambique
Peace Parks Foundation is taking measures to protect the rhino for future generations – one being the reintroduction of the iconic species to suitable habitats.
Chefs and kitchen culture at East Coast Radio House & Garden Show
A dazzling line up of Live Celebrity Chefs will cook up a number of delectable dishes at the East Coast Radio House Garden Show 2025.
Sign up for Run for Rangers and support conservation
Participants in Run for Rangers can look forward to an incredible challenge designed to push them to their limits.
Sibaya GM Virath Gobrie is Sun International’s Top GM Sun Star
Sibaya Casino’s GM is simply the best – Virath Gobrie comes out tops as Sun International’s Top GM Sun Star.
Fresh spaces at the 2025 East Coast Radio House + Garden Show!
Fresh spaces. bright living is the theme of this year’s East Coast Radio House + Garden Show – see what makes a house your kind of home.
Simbithi’s green spaces to draw migrating birds this winter
Amongst Simbithi Eco-Estate’s most anticipated bird sightings this year is the Spotted Ground Thrush and African Pygmy Kingfisher.
1000 Hills Tourism celebrates Winter Gardens in KZN
1000 Hills gardening guru Tanya Visser will be on hand to give advice at Winter Garden Fair, plus there’s more for growers and gardeners.
Eskort launches best ribs ever at SA’s biggest pop-up restaurant
For eight Thursdays from May, Eskort Rib Rack Shacks will bring juicy, sticky, fall-off-the-bone ribs to 30 locations nationwide
Winter Getaways – A Great time for Local Travel
Winter travel offers its own set of advantages, from cozy escapes to stunning winter landscapes and fewer crowds.
Rewilding expert turns wild weeds into edible meals
Rewilding expert Nikki Brighton will share her insights at a WildED walk-and-talk fundraiser on 8 and 9 May at the WildED Learning Hub.
KZN South Coast Sardine Run – Witness the greatest shoal on Earth
The Sardine Run is one of the KZN South Coast’s biggest tourism drawcards for good reason – it’s an absolute thrill to see.
Level up your game at the Liberty Midlands Mall Gaming Festival
Gamers and spectators can experience interactive installations and competitions across two zones at Gaming Festival at Liberty Midlands Mall.
Popular beverage tourism on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast
From farm-fresh brews to expertly crafted beers, boutique wines and small-batch spirits, the KZN South Coast offers an awesome tasting experience.
Action-packed Supertech Torque Motoring Festival 2025
From heart-pounding circuit racing to adrenaline-pumping drift rides, the Supertech Torque Motoring Festival promises non-stop action for petrolheads.
Game-changing sessions at Workshop17 Ballito Wednesday events
Workshop17 Ballito has launched a new Workshop Wednesday series – it’s a monthly event designed to bring together industry disruptors.
Welcome to Purely Local KwaZulu-Natal
New Red Mango Arts Festival debuts in Durban
The Red Mango Arts Festival uses the arts to honour 165 years of Indian heritage – expect theatre, music, comedy and community connection.
Is AI underrated as a travel agent?
A Kaspersky survey shows only 23% of travellers in South Africa use AI to plan their trips, but more than 90% were happy with the results.
Castle Lager Boktown Durban brings rugby legends and music to Northwood Crusaders
Springbok and Sharks legends will be in attendance at Castle Lager Boktown Durban – it all happens at Northwood Crusaders Sports Club.
JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience programme
The JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience is a 13-day explosion of world-class contemporary dance bringing together dancers and dance-makers.
Hilton Arts Festival 2025 – 32 Years and going strong!
The popular Hilton Arts Festival returns bringing the pick of the country’s music, theatre, film and art to KZN audiences.
Be inspired at the ANEW Hotel Hilton Wedding Expo
View show stopping bridal attire, décor and gifting, and access photographers and videographers at the ANEW Hotel Hilton’s Wedding Expo.
Music, art and opulence at Rockets Wonderland lifestyle fête
Rockets Wonderland is a premium lifestyle fête which will be unveiled on the weekend of the Durban July.
Sea-Sound-Waves theme for Ballito Pro Music Concerts
This year’s free Ballito Pro Music Concerts include The Ballito Pro Infinite Playlist – featuring retro music from top musicians.
Black Rhino founder population returns to Mozambique
Peace Parks Foundation is taking measures to protect the rhino for future generations – one being the reintroduction of the iconic species to suitable habitats.
Chefs and kitchen culture at East Coast Radio House & Garden Show
A dazzling line up of Live Celebrity Chefs will cook up a number of delectable dishes at the East Coast Radio House Garden Show 2025.