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Originally a prestigious public space for white residents It became a hub for sports and…
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Peter Schilling – Major Tom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDINOes7V0U Peter Schilling's "Major Tom (Coming Home)" (originally the German "Major Tom (Völlig losgelöst)") is a landmark 1980s synth-pop/new wave…
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Drug dealer arrested in homeless camp
With the Sakhithembe Homeless Shelter expected to open in November 2026, Durban Metro Police arrested a woman on Friday for…
Cuba plunges into major blackout this year in power crisis
A nationwide blackout left Cuba in darkness on Monday, highlighting the worsening energy crisis straining the country’s fragile power infrastructure.Approximately…
US urges donors to abandon UNRWA funding as UN defends agency’s mission
The United Nations defended its appeal for countries to keep funding the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine…
Esplanade
The Esplanade in Durban (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa) typically refers to the historic Victoria Embankment, now…
Killarny Hotel
Origins & Architecture (1930s) Conversion to a Hotel (1950s–1960s) Social & Nightlife Hub (1960s–1980s) One…
Beach Front
In the 1980s, Durban’s beachfront, known as the Golden Mile, was a vibrant yet complex…
West Street
West Street in Durban (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa) is a historic and once-prominent road in the…
Grey Street
Grey Street, now officially named Dr Yusuf Dadoo Street, is a historic and vibrant area…
Beach Hotel
Iconic hotel on the city’s beachfront, particularly associated with the Golden Mile area. The Beach…
Harbour
Durban Harbour’s history began when Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama named the bay “Rio de Natal”…
Gunston 500
The Gunston 500 was a world-renowned surfing contest held in Durban’s North Beach, specifically at the…
Farthers Moustache
Father’s Moustache was a popular pub and nightlife spot in Durban South Africa, particularly during…
Beaches
In the 1980s, Durban’s beaches, particularly the Golden Mile were a vibrant and iconic holiday destination,…
Addington Hospital
Addington Hospital’s history is tied to the original Addington Children’s Hospital A pioneering facility for children…
