PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Attention
30 November 2022

Summer holidays have arrived on the KZN South Coast

The KZN South Coast is officially #SummerReady with Radio 2000 Summer Season Beach Activation getting the season into full swing this weekend. MEC for the Department of Economic Development Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA), Siboniso Duma, got things underway with the re-launch of Margate Airport on Saturday, 26 November, which has just undergone an R11-million revamp. Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) said: “This is a historic moment for the KZN South Coast and will go a long way in increasing accessibility to our destination for both tourism and investments. We are honoured to have the MEC in attendance to mark this occasion and the start of our KZN South Coast #SummerReady campaign as we welcome visitors to all our open beaches this festive season.” The airport opening was followed by Sunday’s Radio 2000 Summer Season Beach Activation at Margate Beach, which included a live radio broadcast and many beach activities.

To find out about KZN South Coast’s tourism activities, accommodation and more, visit www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za.

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MEC for the Department of Economic Development Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA), Siboniso Duma and CEO: Tourism KZN, Nhlanhla Khumalo.
(Image: Supplied by SCTIE)

Zama Nkomo, Thabi Msomi and Sisanda from South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise.
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MEC for the Department of Economic Development Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA), Siboniso Duma and Vanessa Gounden (South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise).
(Image: Supplied by SCTIE)

Radio 2000 Summer Season Beach Activation at Margate Beach, which included a live radio broadcast and beach activities.
(Image: Supplied by SCTIE)

Acting Chief Executive Officer Tourism KwaZulu-Natal Nhlanhla Khumalo (right) hands Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs MEC Siboniso Duma his kit prior to a fun day of beach activities in Margate on the South Coast at the weekend. Launching TKZN’s summer season campaign MEC Duma urged tourists to explore the province’s beauty and diversity during the festive season. The campaign will see TKZN showcasing KZN’s best summer destinations on a range of platforms. They may even surprise holiday makers and be there to capture their unforgettable selfie memories.
(Image: Supplied by TZKN)

Find the TKZN branded photo frames at various destinations across KwaZulu-Natal, take a photo of you and/or your family (like these visitors to Margate’s blue flag main beach) and make it a memorable moment by sharing your photo on the TKZN Facebook page. Go to www.zulu.org.za
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Fun in the sun or fun in the water? This summer you can enjoy a splashing tube ride or other water sports on the Umtamvuma Lagoon. This ultimate river stop is The Riverside operating from the Wild Coast Sun Hotel & Casino located at Port Edward.
(Image: Supplied by TZKN)

About South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE)

SCTIE was established as the official economic development arm of the KZN South Coast. It is a legal entity of the Ugu District Municipality with executive powers, serving Ugu District and its family of municipalities. The entity is committed to identifying and unlocking the full tourism and investment potential of the ‘Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom’ which stretches 120 kilometres from Scottburgh to Port Edward and inland to Harding. The spirit of adventure can be discovered among the 35 nature trails, 58 beaches – 6 Blue Flag – three Marine Protected Areas at Aliwal Shoal, Protea Banks and Trafalgar, two iconic gorges – Oribi Gorge and Umtamvuna Gorge – and game reserves. These all set the scene for activities like river rafting, abseiling, suspension bridges, paintball, surfing, SUP, canoeing, fishing, beach horse rides, microlight and helicopter rides, birding, game viewing, shark cage diving and free diving. Winter brings the annual Sardine Run, coined the #GreatestShoalonEarth, which is the largest biomass migration on earth. Nicknamed ‘The Golf Coast’, there are 11 golf courses ranging in difficulty, with endless hiking, mountain biking and 4×4 trails for rugged excursions. Hinterland adventures include agritourism and Umzumbe River Trail, with cultural and historical sites such as The Red Desert, KwaXolo Caves, Mzamba Fossils and Petrified Forest, Nyandezulu and KwaNzimakwe experiences, and Ntelezi Msani Heritage Centre. Petrolheads can head to Dezzi Raceway, the only Motorsport South Africa (MSA)-approved racing track in the province. The KZN South Coast is also a fast-emerging MICE destination which hosts several high-profile events including Ugu Jazz, Ugu Film Festival and KAP sani2c. For more information, visit www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za.

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