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Zulu maidens participate in uMkhosi woMhlanga, the annual Reed Dance in KwaZulu-Natal, which serves as a powerful living cultural expression of Zulu identity and tradition.
TRAVEL AND TOURISM

Preserving culture, building economies: KZN’s heritage potential

Beyond the dance lies an economic engine. Closing the rural infrastructure gap is key to sustaining livelihoods long after the crowds leave.

  • ZamaNdosi Cele
5 min read
Families are increasingly turning to agritourism in South Africa, enjoying fresh, locally sourced food and outdoor picnics as part of a growing travel trend that combines recreation with rural education.
FARM EXPERIENCES

Why SA families are ditching coastal trips for the farm

Agritourism is rapidly growing into a major industry in SA, offering families an affordable, outdoor alternative to traditional resort and beach holidays.

  • ZamaNdosi Cele
6 min read
A family enjoys a culinary experience of indigenous food at Setsong Cultural Village in Limpopo.
HERITAGE

How indigenous knowledge is driving South Africa’s rural economy

Skip the museum displays. By foraging, crafting tea, and sharing village life, visitors connect with living heritage while supporting rural communities directly.

  • ZamaNdosi Cele
5 min read