The Presidential eThekwini Working Group (PeWG) will undertake an inspection in loco on Thursday, 13 November 2025, visiting key sites across the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.
This inspection will highlight progress on flagship initiatives aimed at revitalising tourism, regenerating the inner city, and advancing critical water and environmental infrastructure, including the Southern Aqueduct and Umlazi Canal Expansion Project. It is a collaborative effort with the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry Non-Profit Corporation, representing the voice of business through the PeWG, which serves as a key partner in this initiative.
This engagement offers media an opportunity to witness first-hand the tangible impact of PeWG interventions, engage with key stakeholders, and explore both the successes and address challenges impacting on service delivery.
Media are invited to cover the following highlights:
- Photo opportunity at the start of the closed stakeholder briefing
- Site tour of projects across the municipality
- Press briefing detailing progress across key sectors, support for local businesses, and the full programme for the day
The details of the visit are as follows:
Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
Time: 08:30 – 16:00 (Accredited media will receive a detailed itinerary)
Assembly Point: Moses Mabhida Stadium, followed by site visits across eThekwini
Journalists wishing to cover the proceedings are requested to RSVP by 15:00 on Tuesday, 11 November 2025 to:
- Ishmael Selemale – Ishmael@gcis.gov.za
- Lihle Nxumalo – Lihle@gcis.gov.za
Enquiries:
Deputy Government Spokesperson
Mr William Baloyi
Cell: 083 390 7147
EThekwini Communications Manager
Mr Mdu Ncalane
Cell: 076 292 6535
Durban Chamber Chief Growth Officer
Ms Zanele Khomo
Cell: 082 901 1144
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