Is eThekwini prepared for the holiday season?

Is eThekwini municipality prepared for the holiday season, which is about to get a lot busier with thousands of people expected to descend on Kwazulu-Natal’s many malls and beaches?

Coastal holidays are popular for South Africans, and have become a tradition for many people who make it to the beach each December The province is just as popular for international visitors who fly there just to see some of the beaches, events, and nightlife.

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The area has promised to be more prepared for tourism this year, with projects injecting life back into some of Durban’s choice attractions.

Here’s more about Durban over the holiday season, and just how prepared this municipality might be.

eThekwini prepared for the holiday season?

Is eThekwini prepared for the holiday season?

Thousands of holiday-goers are expected to visit the province of Kwazulu-Natal, though with power outages and restricted water access in some parts of the coast visitors are wondering if they are prepared enough.

While the coastal provinces are known for their attractions, the Kwazulu-Natal area has also become the area of potentially contaminated beaches and severe water restrictions.

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The municipality has assured holiday-goers that they are welcomed this year, with 2023 expected to end on a high-note – hopefully, with enough electricity to keep the Christmas lights going for long enough.

eThekwini and important information

If you’re visiting the province and need to make an urgent report (or have a question about something in the area), contact the eThekwini municipality using the details below.

Visit their website here or send an email to info@durban.gov.za for more information.

Contact +27 31 311 1111 via phone for quicker access to the team.

What to do in Durban

The Durban Botanic Gardens famous Trail of Lights is back this year, and expected to light up the inner city until January, 2024.

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If you’re looking for something off the beaten track, you can also book a vintage railway trip at the Umgeni Steam Railway for a very unique experience.

Visiting eThekwini for the holiday season can be a lot of fun, whether you’re local or driving back to your own province when you’re finished.

Tell us your thoughts

Do you think the municipality is ready for the festive season, and any additional tourism from visitors all over the world?

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