6,700 Wonderbags for KZN to celebrate Mandela Day

In celebration of Mandela Day, Wonderbag, a South African company based in Kwazulu-Natal, is making 6,700 Wonderbags available in local communities at a special price of only R30 each. The initiative aims to address the challenges faced by many South Africans due to the rising cost of living and the ongoing energy crisis.   Starting on Monday, 17th July, Wonderbag’s Mandela Day promotion will continue until all 6,700 units are sold at the significantly reduced...

Educating for Greatness

The 2023 school year is in full swing and, as we celebrate the accomplishments of last year, we look forward to what these schools have to offer your future leaders!   Clifton School   For close to a century, Clifton School has enjoyed a reputation of providing a progressive, challenging and exciting educational experience for boys who are encouraged to explore, think critically, collaborate and achieve their potential.   Set in the heart of Morningside, Durban,...

#FABSTUFF DECEMBER/JANUARY 2022/23

We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love!   Safari Days: 500ml Diffuser Celebrate the natural beauty of the African Bushveld with this geometric amber glass fragrance diffuser. This fragrance has a base of earthy patchouli, which blends effortlessly with the evergreen woody cedar and a savoury note of wild sage, creating a rich and spicy aroma that captures the uncultivated majesty of the African bushveld. Popular with both men and women, this unisex fragrance...

Amashova Durban Classic Has a Fresh Spring in its Step

The Amashova Durban Classic will be refreshed for 2022 with new hydration partner aQuellé who recently signed as the Official Hydration Partner to the race. aQuellé will keep the riders and officials hydrated with their natural spring water, delicious soft drinks range KHULA and new ViV Power & Sports drinks. “We’re delighted to welcome aQuellé to the Shova family,” said Annie Batchelder, Event Director for Amashova. “To have a proudly South African brand on our...

Local Paradise

Take a deep breath of ocean air, soak in the sun and enjoy some #goodtimesandtanlines at the Surf Motel. As you step foot into the Surf Motel, your mind flatlines and starts to play “Island in the Sun” by Weezer. I’m not kidding. The Surf Motel brand and concept was established in 2017, taking an outdated holiday accommodation and breathed a fresh, cool, modern surf look and feel. The motel fits its beach theme. Not...

FABSTUFF FEBRUARY/ MARCH 2022

We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love! TASHA’S FANTASTIC FUDGE  Is a handcrafted, artisanal product made from a third-generation recipe using only the best ingredients, the most important of those being butter. What started with the original fudge block sold in jars, now includes various packages as well as an entire plethora of flavours. Added to the range are a few delish fudges by products namely Fudge Sauce, Fudging Popcorn and Fudging Millionaires-Shortbread. Tickle your...

Around the Table

We sat down with a few passionate businessmen and women from investment to coaching in Umhlanga to learn more about them and their most commonly asked questions in their fields of work. Shirley Pearson from Action Coach iNala  Business coaching is relatively new in South Africa. Will you and your business be better off if you invest some of your hard-earned money in business coaching? If you’re serious about your own success, take the time...

Generations of Adaptation and Perseverance

Woodhead Bigby Inc. celebrates a century of legal excellence built on generations of wisdom. Such milestones are not reached by chance but rather by strategic intelligence, diligent hard work and bestowed knowledge. It takes considerably more than a pedigree and qualifications to persevere and thrive in a highly competitive profession. Adaptability, continual development, cultural inclusion, and an emphasis on being better before becoming bigger have helped forge a robust resilience to changing times, changing laws,...

The Future is Bright

Many students have had to adapt to operating during the pandemic, and they have achieved greatness through the amazing schools. We find out more about some of our schools on the East Coast and look at what the new year holds for them.   Crawford International La Lucia Future-focused education is best described as an emerging cluster of ideas, beliefs, theories, and practices drawn from many sources, within and outside education. These ideas are mobilised...

Meet the Fab Team

Introducing the team behind the much-loved The Umhlanga Magazine! We love all things local, community and celebrating the beautiful Umhlanga. We pour our heart and soul into every edition we publish, and we’re thankful to have kept our magazine running as (un)usual throughout this tough year and continue to give our locals great stories! Meet our Fab Team and find out why they love being a part of this community.   WHAT DO YOU LOVE...