Durban MediaNet

27/09/2023

Ilala Weavers has built relationships with communities of Hluhluwe empowering women of the region to support themselves and their families.

22/09/2023

08/09/2023

The ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe exudes the character of the eclectic northern KwaZulu Natal town from which it derives it's name.

13/06/2023

the World Oceans Day (8 June) celebrations kick off the inaugural Ocean Festival in Scottburgh from 8 to 11 June.

13/06/2023

The globe’s longest-running surfing contest is returning to KwaDukuza and with it, 2023 Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill Festival! Bringing the best in entertainment, retail, and beachside fun, this year’s festival programme from 27 June to 9 July will be centred on sustainability, inclusivity...

13/06/2023

KZN South Coast visitors were treated to an ocean spectacle as the – the annual Sardine Run finally arrived.

13/06/2023

Zata's imagination carves new life into dead wood found in the African bush

21/04/2023

The Giants Castle Slack Packing Trail, a unique hiking trail offering comfortable and varied accommodation experiences each night, luggage transfers and delectable catering.

11/04/2023

King Shaka International Airport welcomes the resumption of Proflight Zambia flights between Lusaka, Zambia and Durban, South Africa.

05/12/2022

Action in Autism’s Shahumna Centre, a skills transfer and business hub, have been hard at work preparing for their annual Christmas Market.

05/12/2022

‘Tis the Season to Sparkle and with the mall transformed into a festive wonderland, Gateway is ready to welcome locals and holidaymakers to make fun-filled festive memories.

05/12/2022

In time for the Festive Season, I heart Market makes a new permanent home up the North Coast at Sugar Rush Park in Ballito.

05/12/2022

  With its subtropical climate and safe bathing beaches, the KZN South Coast is the ideal family-friendly destination for the upcoming summer holiday. And following the recent announcement regarding its pilot Blue Flag Beach status and the upcoming holiday specials, Rocky Bay Resorts is already boo...

05/12/2022

𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐏𝐒

In KwaZulu-Natal this holiday season and looking for something to do? Why not take a trip behind an 84 year old Steam Engine as we meander along the Valley of 1000 Hills?

Join us as we continue to raise funds to fix our railway line after the devastating floods in KZN.

This roughly 1 hour & 15 minutes trip departs from Inchanga Railway Station, meandering along the rolling hills of Natal, through one of the oldest operating tunnels in South Africa, with the sights of the Valley of 1000 Hills in the distance, before turning around at Botha's Hill for the return to Inchanga.

Before or after your trip, you can browse through the Inchanga Station Craft Market where there are various treasures on sale, food to suite most tastes & activities for the whole family.

Visit the Inchanga Railway Museum situated in the Old Station Master's House or find Thomas & Friends in the Modeller's Shed on the platform.

Trains depart on the 15th, 16th & 17th of December 2022 at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00 & 17:00 - Santa will be on these trips checking who is naughty & nice!

Don't forget our Carols By Candlelight will be sung upon return of the 17:00 trains from the 15th-17th of December 2022 under the starlit skies of Inchanga. A beautiful evening not to be missed!

Holiday Trips continue on the 26th of December 2022 departing at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00 & Sundowner trip at 17:00

Celebrate 2023 by taking a trip with us as we depart on the 7th & 8th of January 2023 at 08:30, 11:00, 13:30 & 15:30.

Ticket Prices for the Return Train Trip:
Adults: R170pp
Pensioners (+60) & Children (2-12): R110pp

Book & pay within 48 hours to guarantee seats - spaces limited!

For more information & bookings visit www.umgenisteamrailway.com

Photos: Graham Gillett & Pierre Retief

05/12/2022

Durban is the first SA city to launch a Business Confidence Index (DBCI) as an indicator to reflect the current and future economic situation.

05/12/2022

Trail of Lights at Durban’s legendary Botanic Gardens, promises to be bigger, better and brighter than ever.

05/12/2022

Join the upcoming GBS Investor Conference and BPESA GBS Alchemy Awards taking place from 08 to 10 November in Umhlanga Durban and experience for yourself why South Africa has retained the Top Offshore CX destination title for a second year running! The conference is a partnership between InvestSA and Harambee, with Regional host partners being the Edtea Kzn , Invest Durban & the EThekwini Municipality

25/11/2022

Photographer Matthew Willman visually documented the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. His images now have a home at the Mandela Capture site, Howick.

24/09/2022

As South Africa celebrates Tourism Month in September, Durban’s Green Corridors continues to offer ‘on-your-doorstep’ highly accessible excursions for the whole family, and has announced a brand new hiking experience in the heart of the exquisite rural Maphepetheni area.

24/09/2022

The International Rhino Foundation presents our signature report,State of the Rhino, which documents current population estimates and trends, as well as key ...

24/09/2022

Since 2012, the Zululand Anti-Poaching Wing (ZAP-Wing) has played a vital role in helping to secure one of the World's largest remaining black and white rhino populations in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. During a recent maintenance event on ZAP-Wing’s BushCat, the engine was found to have significa...

24/09/2022

Worldwide rhino numbers are now less than 27,000 animals. The International Rhino Foundation (IRF) reports on key challenges to Keep The Five Alive.

09/07/2022

Recently released reports in KwaZulu Natal show an increase in rhino poaching statistics close to 300% since 2021. A total loss of 131 rhino's killed in 2022 so far! Zululand is once again in the grip of a war - but this time to defend it's Rhino from increased poaching.

03/06/2022

Kerry, the world’s leading taste and nutrition company, officially opened the largest and most advanced taste manufacturing facility on the African continent