Culinary Creativity Tell us about who you are. I’m Micky Munn, a self-taught chef spreading smiles through delicious food with my business, Kitchen Confident. Originally from the Karoo, I grew up with wholesome meals being constantly prepared. I cook because it’s what I love, and I think I do it quite well if I say so myself. I’m a mother to one son who is currently studying in Cape Town. Getting into the business...
If you’ve seen those stunning images of local lightning storms, the Umhlanga cityscape and our oceans, you’ll know the incredible work that Christo Smith does. We caught up with him on his journey and inspirations. Tell us a bit about yourself I reside in Umhlanga Rocks and absolutely love it here. The ocean is a constant source of inspiration, wonderment and beauty. I sell photographic prints and it’s such an honour to have some...
A Mediterranean Moment When you know, you know. Matthew Davies knew he wanted to marry Gabrielle Akal, but hadn’t made the decision on an exact date to propose.”! knew that I was ready to grow with Gabs and that I didn’t want to be with anyone else. For those two reasons, and obviously her killer sense of humour, I chose to drop the knee,” he explains. They had a stunning engagement in Greece when...
Inspired to create a supportive community and empower women in fitness, local business owner Teal Hogg shares her story and passion with us. Tell us about yourself I’m a 26-year-old Durbanite and the proud owner of Hustle Fitness Studio in Umhlanga. Having been born and raised here, I’m deeply connected to this vibrant city. My journey began as a professional surfer, fuelled by my love for the beach and outdoor adventures. I now own...
Facing all kinds of challenges and conquering them to reach your goals requires an innate strength. Meet Ntokozo Magwaza, an aspiring pilot. Tell us a bit about yourself My name is Ntokozo Magwaza, and I come from Eshowe where I have a big extended family. I currently live in Durban North on my church property where I co-lead the children’s ministry and serve as a video editor at Anthem Church. My deepest passion is...
We catch up with some of the best musicians in Umhlanga and learn about their incredible journeys in music. Matthew Davies How did your music career start? I got into music at around six years old. My mom always thought it was important for me to play an instrument, so I started quite early on. My career only began properly around a year and a half ago when I met Tim Lewis, and...
Building a business from the ground up takes hard work, dedication and passion. No one knows this more than the Hirsch family. Most are familiar with the impressive stores sporting the blue “HIRSCH’S HOMESTORE”, but have you met the local faces behind this beloved brand? Born in Johannesburg, Allan Hirsch and his family moved down to the KwaZulu-Natal coast, where he grew up. In fact, Allan was one of the first pupils to attend...
An uMhlanga resident and proud KZN North Coaster with ties to prominent residential estates developed by Collins Residential has been making waves on the international scene. RiAnne Rautenbach recently represented South Africa at the International Mrs Globe Pageant held in California. The proud single mother of three boys placed first runner-up and will be using her platform to empower communities and make a difference in the lives of those around her. When approached by...
The word “design” can be used as a noun and a verb. It is the plan or concept for a project, or it refers to the actual process of creating this plan. It takes great talent and creativity to conjure up original concepts and then bring them to life. We dive into the world of design and meet the incredible local women behind the brands. Jessica Shuttleworth is a local fashion and textile designer based...
Female and fierce, they love what they do. We spoke to some experts in different professions about their journeys to becoming leaders in their industry. Mental Wellness Who is Nqobile Maphumulo? I am a small-town girl operating in my calling as a clinical psychologist at my practice, uNqobile Psychologists. I am a warm and approachable person, passionate about spreading mental health awareness. I love what I do, and I believe in the power of...