Scotty’s
Scotty’s on South Beach in Durban refers to the famous beach photographer known simply as…
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Scotty’s
Scotty's on South Beach in Durban refers to the famous beach photographer known simply as "Scotty" (or "old Scotty"), a…
Cottonfields
It was a popular restaurant, sports bar, and nightclub in Umhlanga, operating for many years and especially prominent in the…
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse
Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse (often spelled or nicknamed "Hotsix" in some old-school references and throwback posts) — the legend himself! That…
Overport School
Overport School in Durban typically refers to schools in the Overport suburb, a diverse, vibrant area known for its multicultural…
Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove is a legendary Durban fast-food spot, iconic in the city's nostalgia scene, especially tied to the Blue Lagoon…
Brettonwood High School
Brettonwood High School is a well-established public co-educational secondary school in Durban, South Africa, located in the Umbilo suburb at…
Cottonfields
It was a popular restaurant, sports bar, and nightclub in Umhlanga, operating for many years…
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse (often spelled or nicknamed “Hotsix” in some old-school references and throwback posts)…
Overport School
Overport School in Durban typically refers to schools in the Overport suburb, a diverse, vibrant…
Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove is a legendary Durban fast-food spot, iconic in the city’s nostalgia scene, especially…
Brettonwood High School
Brettonwood High School is a well-established public co-educational secondary school in Durban, South Africa, located…
Queens Tavern
Queens Tavern (also known as Queen’s Tavern) is a historic building in Durban, South Africa,…
Harcourt Hotel
The Harcourt Hotel was a historic and beloved spot on Durban’s Bluff (the Bluff area,…
Des & Boswell
Des Pistorius was a legendary motorcycle enthusiast from Durban (specifically Queensburgh area), South Africa, known…
Crown Hotel
Crown Hotel in Redhill (Durban) was a classic, historic pub/hotel located on North Coast Road…
Tudor House
Tudor House Hotel in Durban is a long-standing, centrally located hotel that’s still operating today,…
Copperfield
Copperfield was a notable pop-rock band from the 1970s, originally formed in Britain but best…
Riviera Hotel
The Riviera Hotel on the Esplanade refers to a budget-friendly hotel in Durban, South Africa.…
Sarie Marais
The Sarie Marais (often spelled as “Sarie Marie” in some contexts or folk song references)…
North Pier
Durban North Pier (often called the North Beach Pier or North Pier) was a popular…
Flaming court
History of Flamingo Court in Umbilo, Durban Flamingo Court is a 13-storey apartment block located…
Durban’s Mini Town in the 1980s: A Quick Nostalgic Summary
Durban’s Mini Town (opened January 1969) was already a beloved beachfront gem throughout the entire…
Speak Easy
The first nightclub in Umlazi, opened by Mzwandile Goqo in the D section of Umlazi.Â
Louis Botha Airport Durban
Louis Botha Airport was the former name of the international airport that served Durban, South…
Mansfield High School
The school was established by the Natal EduÂcation Department as the Mansfield Road Primary School…
Durban Girls High
Durban Girls’ High School (DGHS) is a public high school for girls in Glenwood, Durban.…
XT500
In 1980s Durban, the culture of riding a Yamaha XT500 was defined by its dual-purpose…
Shiraz Cinema
The Shiraz Cinema was an independent movie theatre on Victoria Street in Durban’s historic Grey Street…
Little Top
The Little Top was a popular entertainment venue on Durban’s South Beach that was demolished in…
Lonsdale Hotel
In the 1980s, the Lonsdale Hotel in Durban was an established, posh family hotel part…
XL Resturant
XL Restaurant on Durban’s beachfront! Another absolute Durban classic from the old days XL (often…
