Navigating Family-owned Businesses
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Navigating Family-owned Businesses

The UmhlangaJanuary 25, 2026

Only about a third of family businesses worldwide make it to the second generation, and barely one in six reach the third. Every founder knows the pride of building something from scratch: the late nights, the relentless drive, the satisfaction of creating a livelihood not only for one’s family but for others, too. Yet, the hard truth is that most businesses don’t outlive their founders by much. Across regions and industries, family enterprises face similar...

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SecureClear: Nurturing Entrepreneurial Possibility
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SecureClear: Nurturing Entrepreneurial Possibility

The UmhlangaNovember 7, 2025

For many entrepreneurs, the hardest part of growing a business is raising funding to fuel and accelerate growth. That’s the strategic intent of SecureClear — a financial services firm founded by Chris van Rensburg and Gordon Rabey, two trade finance professionals who set out to change how small and medium businesses access growth funding. A Different Approach to Trade Finance Both founders had built careers in traditional banks but became frustrated with how clients were...

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Celebrating Our Furry Companions
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Celebrating Our Furry Companions

The UmhlangaSeptember 27, 2025

Do you have an important birthday coming up for your four-legged family member? Pupcakes and Pawties are here to craft the yummiest and cutest cakes!    Celebrating special occasions with your furry family members can be especially emotional. You can see their excitement in their wagging tails and their inability to sit still. They wait impatiently for the go-ahead to have their treats, and blow out their candles. Pupcakes and Pawties is a small business...

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Rooted in People. Packaged With Purpose.
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Rooted in People. Packaged With Purpose.

The UmhlangaJuly 11, 2025

The early sun breaks through the trees outside the Durban North factory, casting light across the quiet building as the day begins. Dane Forman walks the floor, not as a distant director, but as someone who once packed boxes here. Raised on the Durban surf and local slang, Dane was “bru’d” for this. He’s been at Phormpak 23 years. It’s not just a job, it’s a legacy. And Dane holds its success like a treasured...

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Behind the Counter
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Behind the Counter

The UmhlangaJuly 26, 2024

The Anderson Family & Spar Group The SPAR Group is synonymous with quality, affordability and convenience. KWIKSPAR offers shoppers the convenience of grabbing your everyday essentials, snacks and other items quickly and easily. Especially in the bustling community of Umhlanga, a quick in-and-out to the grocer can save people a world of time.  The Anderson family, known for their dedication to the retail industry and strong values, upholds the high quality of what you would...

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An Odyssey in the East
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An Odyssey in the East

The UmhlangaApril 15, 2024

We join Umhlanga locals Wesley and Zane on their enchanting exploration of the charming and mystical country of Japan. Our trip to Japan in January 2024 was a beautiful blend of holiday and business venture. Zane and I have always been fascinated by Japan’s rich culture, its advanced beauty products, and the attention to detail in everything they do. The trip served as a perfect opportunity to explore these interests further while also taking a...

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Art With a Purpose
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Art With a Purpose

The UmhlangaSeptember 19, 2023

The Story of a La’ Muse Art has the ability to evoke emotions. Using different colours, techniques and visuals, you can elicit feelings of happiness, contentment and sadness, or even convey an entire story. Creating art can also facilitate the release of these feelings, whether you sculpt, write, draw or splash paint onto a wall. Art therapy is using this creative process to improve well-being, by both observing and creating art, regardless of the medium. ...

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Adventure Mode
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Adventure Mode

The UmhlangaMarch 30, 2023

Enjoy the great outdoors! A camping trip with the family is the perfect way to get out of the house and into nature. Outdoor Warehouse can help you prepare for your outdoor experience with their wide variety of camping products and expert advice to make sure your family has a comfortable stay. Here are some of the equipment and supplies you’ll need for your family camping trip.   Keeping Your Family Sheltered Finding the right...

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KZN Property Development’s Leading Lady
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KZN Property Development’s Leading Lady

The UmhlangaFebruary 23, 2023

Being a female leader in the property development industry is tough, and with a tenure of almost 30 years in the property development game, Pam Naidu’s commitment to her career has meant she has taken every challenge in her stride – and succeeded.  Pam, Director of Sales and Marketing at Devmco Realty, leads her sales team successfully and inspires and motivates others with her determination and tenacious nature. The property development industry is a fast...

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