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The Citizen
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Sprucing up the environment around Amanzimtoti Sports Centre
HARD work led to heaps of bags full of litter as the Amanzimtoti community came together on Mandela Day (July 18) to spruce up the Amanzimtoti Sports Centre, giving it a much-needed clean sweep ahead of Amanzimtoti Athletics Club's annual cross country league which took place on July 19. Also read: Sprawling community upliftment centre starts garden project A whopping 100 bags of litter were collected thanks to the collective efforts of hosts, Clean Surf Project, along with the Amanzimtoti Athletics Club, Sapphire Coast Tourism, Wakefields, CSW Educational South, Amanda Primary School, eThekwini Parks, Gardens and Recreation and dedicated community members. Participants rolled up their sleeves for a worthy cause and a cleaner environment. Romy Wenzel of the Clean Surf Project applauded the community's efforts. She explained that the area is in dire need of ongoing restoration. 'Trees and branches are wrapped in plastic with the entire river bed being choked by waste material, including napkins, car parts, glass bottles, household goods and more,' said Wenzel. This is an unfortunate result of recent flooding affecting the area. Wenzel explained that inappropriately discarded waste washes down and either makes its way to the ocean or gets trapped along the way, with Amanzimtoti river and iLanda Wilds being prime examples of this. If you would like to support upcoming clean-up events or get more information about environmental education awareness campaigns, contact Romy Wenzel on 083 733 6468, 082 802 3353 or email [email protected]. For more South Coast Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox. Do you have more information pertaining to this story? Feel free to let us know by commenting on our Facebook page or you can contact our newsroom on 031 903 2341 and speak to a journalist.
The Citizen
16-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
How you can spend your Mandela Day
How you can spend your Mandela Day WITH Mandela Day around the corner, several community groups and NPOs have planned their contribution to the global event, which came about to honour the life and legacy of global icon and former president of South Africa, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, annually on July 18. Also read: 15 ways to make a difference on Mandela Day Mandela Day serves as a call to action for individuals, communities, organisations and even businesses to take the time to reflect on Mandela's values and principles, and to bring about positive change and impact in their communities. Often, Mandela Day programmes, events or initiatives go on for 67 minutes, to signify the 67 years the former president dedicated to public service and activism. How you can spend Mandela Day: Cleaning up the Amanzimtoti Sports Centre In preparation for the Amanzimtoti Athletics Club's Cross Country League, Clean Surf Project (CSP) and Sapphire Coast Tourism will spend 67 minutes doing community work to ensure athletes enjoy a scenic, litter-free course. Romy Wenzel of the CSP invited the community to join the clean-up drive to help make the surrounding area cleaner and greener. It will take place from 09:00 until 11:00, and refuse bags will be supplied. Bring along gloves, shoes and water. For more information contact Romy Wenzel on 083 733 6468 or Warren Gibson on 082 713 0305. Fun, games and painting NPO welcomes the community to its centre in Ezimangweni for its exciting Mandela Day upliftment project. The projects for the day include: Feeding little ones with 300 scrumptious peanut butter and jam sandwiches. Engaging with the children in arts and crafts, reading and games. The painting of the NPO's container offices. Sponsors, including Anchor Yeast, Cedar Hill Church, Krupa Foundation and Friends of Usizo-Lomndeni, will participate and contribute, and the NPO hopes the surrounding community will come on board as well for a delightful Mandela Day. It will commence at 09:00 and conclude at around 12:00. Amanzimtoti SPCA – 'Walk the Dogs' volunteering On Mandela Day, SPCA Amanzimtoti invites volunteers to spend 67 minutes walking and caring for rescue dogs. Anyone can also choose to donate R67 or 67 items of food. Amanzimtoti SPCA said Nelson Mandela was known to be a champion of animal welfare and conservation, even serving as a patron for animal welfare organisations. He also had a strong connection with his dog, Gompo, a Rhodesian Ridgeback. Furthermore, his compassion extended to wildlife, as he was instrumental in facilitating animal migration routes in Africa. One can volunteer at SPCA Amanzimtoti all day in honour of Madiba's legacy. For more South Coast Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox. Do you have more information pertaining to this story? Feel free to let us know by commenting on our Facebook page or you can contact our newsroom on 031 903 2341 and speak to a journalist. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
29-06-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Toti's tourist attractions awarded at Durban Tourism Awards
A TRIO of shining stars promoting tourism in Amanzimtoti, Wheels on Waves, Gary's Horses, and The View Boutique Hotel and Spa, received awards at Durban Tourism's fourth annual tourism awards on June 18 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre. Also read: Nurturing young soccer talent in Isipingo The winners in each category received cash prizes up to R50 000. Amanzimtoti's Gary's Horses won the exceptional visitor experience award while Wheels on Waves took the universally accessible and green sustainability award. Romy Wenzel of Sapphire Coast Tourism congratulated the winners, as well as runners-up from Amanzimtoti, Baligrand Lodge and Spa and ATKV Natalia. She encouraged all members to enter for the next edition. Wenzel said, 'It is a wonderful achievement for the South Region of eThekwini, showcasing the many different types of tourism offerings to be explored by locals and visitors.' For more South Coast Sun news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter and get news delivered straight to your inbox. Do you have more information pertaining to this story? Feel free to let us know by commenting on our Facebook page or you can contact our newsroom on 031 903 2341 and speak to a journalist. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
