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The South African
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
KZN South Coast to host first Coastal Seafood Flavours Festival
The KZN South Coast is set to launch its first-ever Coastal Seafood Flavours Festival at St Michael's Beach on Saturday, 26 July 2025. The festival honours the region's rich fishing heritage and supports the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment's (DFFE) 'Fishing for Freedom' campaign. Visitors can expect an immersive experience celebrating South Africa's marine culinary culture, with a spotlight on regional seafood excellence. 'We are delighted to expand our tourism offerings with this exciting new festival that celebrates the flavours, natural wonder, and people of the KZN South Coast,' commented Dr Vusumuzi Sibiya, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). 'This is a family-friendly event that will unlock the incredible potential of our seafood tourism, while introducing visitors to all the natural assets and outdoor adventure the KZN South Coast has to offer.' Sibiya added. Backed by the DFFE and the KZN Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, the seafood festival is one of two such events taking place in the country, the other being in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape, later on this year. At its heart, the Coastal Flavours Seafood Festival is about showcasing South Africa's vibrant marine food culture and elevating local seafood tourism. Festivalgoers can expect a packed program blending food, fun, and beach vibes: Seafood cooking demos Celebrity chef cookouts Local seafood market and artisanal stalls Restaurant tastings and showcases Junior cookout competition Family fun walk Live music and entertainment Beach sports and outdoor adventures Date: Saturday, 26 July 2025 Venue: St Michael's Beach, KZN South Coast Tickets: Adults: R100 Kids: R20 Seafood Brunch: R950 (Tickets available via TicketPro. A variety of food stalls will also be on-site.) Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
30-06-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Youth sports take centre stage in Vanderbijlpark
VANDERBIJLPARK — One of South Africa's biggest school sports festivals is back — and bigger than ever. From July 1 to 5, the VUT Isak Steyl Stadium will host Rhino Week 2025, celebrating its 10th anniversary with record-breaking participation and national reach. What began in 2015 with just 12 rugby and 18 netball teams has grown into a major national event. This year, more than 90 schools will compete in rugby, netball, and hockey games, with more than 3 000 players expected to take part, making it one of the largest school sports festivals in South Africa. Organised by Rhino Youth Sport Development (formerly Prestige Jeugsport), Rhino Week has become a key date on the school sports calendar. The tournament provides a competitive and inclusive platform for learners from across the country, including teams from Namibia, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, North West, Free State, and Gauteng. 'Our mission has always been to create opportunities for all children to participate, regardless of their background or ability to pay,' says founder Dries van Heerden. 'This isn't just a sports week, it's a dream week.' Now under the leadership of new chairperson Martin van Wyngaardt, the tournament continues to grow in stature and professionalism, with support from seasoned organisers including Gert Tsoetsi (Tournament Director) and Hennie van Vuuren (Regional Representative). In addition to its sporting impact, Rhino Week contributes significantly to the local economy. Despite limited sponsorship, the organisers proudly maintain a no-player-turned-away policy, with around 20% of athletes receiving financial support. The event also has growing visibility on platforms like SuperSport and social media. As Rhino Week celebrates a decade of youth development through sport, it remains committed to building a stronger, more inclusive future one match at a time. Fixtures: July 2: Stadium: 08:00: o14 – Griffons CD vs Ekurhuleni XV 09:00: o14 – KZN South Coast vs Cobras 10:00: o15 – JHB Sentraal Wes vs Ekurhuleni 11:00: Official opening: 11:45: o15 – Pumas CD vs Sedibeng 12:45: o17 – Ekurhuleni XV vs Cobras 14:00: o17 – Sedibeng vs KZN South Coast 15:15: o19 – Gauteng West vs Cobras 16:30: o19 – Sedibeng vs JHB Central West A-field: 08:00: o14 – Fezile Dabi XV vs Sedibeng 09:00: o14 – JHB Sentral West vs Ekurhuleni 10:00: o15 – Cobras vs JHB West XV 11:00: Official opening 11:45: o15 – KZN South Coast vs Amaqhawe 12:45: o17 – Ekurhuleni vs JHB Central West 14:00: o17 – Sedibeng XV vs Mustangs 15:15: o19 – KZN South Coast vs Ekurhuleni B-field: 08:00: o15 – Wasps vs Platinum Hawks 09:00: o15 – Broncos vs Mustangs 10:00: o15 – Meyerton Knights vs Allies 11:00: Official opening 11:45: o17 – Vikings vs Awaghawe 13:00: o17 – Broncos vs Platinum Hawks 14:15: o19 – Lynx vs Platinum Hawks 15:30: o19 – VRC vs Mustangs C-field: 08:30: o17 – Mmabatho vs RCSA 09:45: o17 – Allies vs Meyerton Knights 11:00: Official Opening 11:45: o17 – Lynx vs Mustangs Young Guns 13:00: o19 – Broncos vs RCSA 14:15: o17 – RCSA XV vs Awaghawe XV 15:30: o17 – Sizanani vs Riverside At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
