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Veetha Sewkuran's Vision for Inclusion
Transforming Challenges into Empowerment: Veetha Sewkuran, president of the KwaZulu Natal Blind and Deaf Society, has always been driven by transformation. Her greatest dream has been to see the Society grow into a fully inclusive, self-sustaining centre of empowerment. Veetha expanded, “A place where blind and deaf individuals are not just supported, but educated, trained, and employed, allowing them to live independent and dignified lives.” Under her guidance, this vision i
Grant Adlam
Dec 24, 20254 min read
Tracey McLennan's Vision and Journey
## Transforming Lives Through Innovative Training: Tracey McLennan is the founder and chief executive officer of BConsult and Rightside Media. She is a passionate advocate for education that transforms both people and organizations. BConsult is an accredited skills development company that provides learnerships and qualifications to employed and unemployed people. Rightside Media complements this by creating the content for training, specializing in animation, both 2D and 3D,
Grant Adlam
Dec 24, 20254 min read
The KZN Top Business Women Alumni Network
The KZN Top Business Women Alumni Network
Grant Adlam
Dec 22, 20251 min read
Celebrating Leadership Through Storytelling: The Unique Approach of KZN Top Business Women
Celebrating Leadership Through Storytelling: The Unique Approach of KZN Top Business Women
Grant Adlam
Dec 21, 20252 min read
Honoring Women's Contributions to KZN's Economic Growth
Women have played a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa. Their contributions span various sectors, from agriculture to technology, and their impact is felt in every corner of the province. As we explore the significant achievements of women in KZN, we will highlight specific examples and stories that showcase their resilience, innovation, and leadership. The Historical Context of Women's Economic Participation in KZN Historicall
Grant Adlam
Dec 20, 20254 min read
Celebrating KwaZulu-Natal's Influential Women Leaders
KwaZulu-Natal, a province rich in culture and history, has been home to many remarkable women who have made significant contributions to society. These women have not only shaped the landscape of their communities but have also inspired future generations through their leadership, resilience, and dedication. In this blog post, we will explore the lives and achievements of some of KwaZulu-Natal's most influential women leaders, highlighting their impact and the lessons we can
Grant Adlam
Dec 20, 20253 min read
Empowering Future Generations: KZN Top Business Women
In the heart of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), a remarkable transformation is taking place. Women are stepping into leadership roles, breaking barriers, and redefining what it means to be a business leader in South Africa. The KZN Top Business Women initiative celebrates these trailblazers, showcasing their achievements and inspiring future generations to follow in their footsteps. This blog post delves into the stories of these incredible women, the impact they have on their communiti
Grant Adlam
Dec 20, 20254 min read
Global Airways Announces Flights Between Durban and Réunion Island Starting 26 February 2026 - ACSA
Global Airways Announces Flights Between Durban and Réunion Island Starting 26 February 2026 - ACSA
Maryke Dickinson
Dec 19, 20252 min read
DURBAN'S READINESS FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON
The Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry NPC welcomes the opportunity to comment on the 2025 Festive Season. As organised business, we believe it is more than just the December holidays
Maryke Dickinson
Dec 19, 20252 min read
A NEW ERA OF ECONOMIC GROWTH FOR KZN
The 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference (KZNIC 2025), held from 22 to 24 October at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, concluded with verified investment pledges totalling R100.1 billion across 34 projects, signalling a major step towards accelerating inclusive and sustainable development in the province.
Maryke Dickinson
Dec 18, 20253 min read
Global Airways to Launch Durban-Réunion Flights in February 2026
Daniel Rosenzweig the Senior Executive of Lift expressed pride as a South African and enthusiasm for future growth, of KZN and South Africa. The first international route is Durban to Réunion Island, launching on 27 February, with Mauritius planned for June. Lift positions itself as the smallest but most vocal entrant. The airline started domestically in 90 days and will launch this international route in 75 days, thanks to strong team cooperation.
Business Sense
Dec 12, 20252 min read
Envirosan Sanitation Solutions: Revolutionizing Sanitation with Smart, Sustainable Innovation
Access to reliable, dignified sanitation remains a critical challenge for many communities — both rural and urban. Conventional sanitation infrastructure often depends on consistent water supply, extensive plumbing, and costly installations that are difficult to scale. That’s where Envirosan Sanitation Solutions steps in, offering a fresh, future-ready approach.
Grant Adlam
Dec 11, 20252 min read
A WORLD-CLASS AMUSEMENT AND FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT PARK ALONG DURBAN BEACH PROMENADE - eThekwini Municipality
“Park-within-a-park” zones catering to all age groups - children, teens, adults and seniors.
An alcohol-free, family-oriented environment that prioritises safety, inclusivity and multi-generational use.
Construction will commence following the completion of the remaining statutory and commercial processes. The Municipality and the developer will provide updates on all aspects of the project.
Wendy
Dec 11, 20252 min read
Driving Skills Development and Transformation: Meondo Holdings Learnership & Bursary Update
Meondo Holdings is proud to share an update on our Learnership and Bursary Programmes, recently highlighted in our latest newsletter.
Wendy
Dec 10, 20251 min read
ATTRACTING ATTENTION IN STYLE - MOTOR SENSE
Over the past few weeks, I have been enjoying the driving pleasure of a large variety of cars. The last two both have noticeable features that make them stand out on the road and attracted
attention wherever I travelled.
The GAC GS3 Emzoom 1.5T R-Style is truly impressive. When it arrived in my driveway, its unique blue colour scheme with orange accents made me think, “Wow, this looks sporty.” And it really is.
Once you press the accelerator and switch to sport mode, y
Grant Adlam
Dec 9, 20253 min read
GRIEVANCES IN THE WORKPLACE - DRG Outsourcing
GRIEVANCES IN THE WORKPLACE - DRG Outsourcing
It is in our experience that many employers are unfamiliar with how to conduct internal grievances raised by their employees. This is largely as a result of misinformation, a poorly drafted grievance policy and or recency effect. The three main issues when dealing with a
grievance raised by an employee are establishing whether a grievance has merit, successfully
navigating a grievance and resolving a grievance timeously.
Wendy
Dec 9, 20255 min read
FESTIVE SEASON RISKS CRIME, SAFETY AND MEDICAL EMERGENCIES - Mobi Ventures
The festive season brings a welcome surge in economic activity, travel, and family celebrations across KwaZulu-Natal and the rest of the country, but it also ushers in a predictable rise in both criminal activity and medical emergencies.
Retailers, shoppers, holidaymakers and residents staying at home all face a unique combination of risks during this period. By understanding the crime trends and medical
incidents that typically increase over the holidays, and by taking p
Wendy
Dec 9, 20254 min read
NEW INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS SPARKED- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Foundation
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Foundation is proud to launch SPARK KZN – a landmark, first-of-its-kind workshop designed to bring together local businesses, leading UKZN academics and representatives from the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation
(DSTI) for a high-impact day of collaboration, innovation and opportunity.
maryke012
Dec 9, 20252 min read
DEALING WITH THE JONESES TYSON PROPERTIES ADVISES BUYERS ON SPOTTING POTENTIAL PROBLEM NEIGHBOURS
“Shortly after submitting an offer for our longawaited dream home, my husband received an mail from a potential neighbour informing him that we must attend a meeting with various owners to see if we qualified to live there. We were furious. It turned out that the author was
a client of my husband’s and the whole thing was a practical joke.
Wendy
Dec 9, 20254 min read
REINVENTION: AND WHY EVERY GREAT BUSINESS NEEDS IT, INCLUDING OURS- ActionCOACH
Every business reaches a point where the next stage of growth demands something more than marginal improvement.
It demands reinvention.This month, I’m sharing something a little different: a behind-the-scenes look at an internal milestone worth sharing. ActionCOACH – the business I’ve proudly served for over 16 years – is amid one of the most significant shifts in our 32-year history. Not just a rebrand, not just a refresh – a reinvention.
Wendy
Dec 9, 20254 min read
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