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Empangeni is a town in KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. It is approximately 160 kilometres north of Durban, situated in hilly country side of the Uthungulu District, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It overlooks a flat coastal plain and the major harbour town of Richards Bay only 15 kilometres away. The City of uMhlathuze was formed by joining the towns of Empangeni and Richards Bay together. Transportation to other places in South Africa is provided by the N2 freeway that runs through the town. The climate is sub-tropical with an average temperature of 28.4°C in summer and 14.5°C in Winter. Empangeni's population is 16,500. In 1851, the Norwegian Missionary Society established a mission station on the banks of the eMpangeni river. The river was named after the profusion of Mpange trees (Trema guineensis) growing along its banks. The mission was later moved to Eshowe, 61 kilometres north-west. In 1894 a magistracy was established. The Zululand Railway reached the town in January 1903 and linked the area to Durban and Eshowe. The government planted eucalyptus trees in 1905 as part of an experimental timber plantation. The plantation was a success and led to a large scale planting along the coastal belt. In 1906 Empangeni became a village. Rapid expansion began when a sugar mill was erected at Felixton. The establishment of the Empangeni Sugar Mill set the area on the road to rapid development. Empangeni was officially proclaimed as a township on 15 January 1931 and declared a borough on 13 October 1960. It has four major High Schools, Felixton College(pre-primary, primary and high school), Empangeni High, St Catherines (A catholic convent), Grantleigh along with three major primary schools, Grantham Park, Heuwelland and Empangeni Prep. Source: Wikipedia Richards Bay, Empangeni, Esikhawini, Vulindlela, Felixton, Nseleni and Ngwelezane, as well as the rural areas under Amakhosi Dube, Mkhwanazi, Khoza, Mbuyazi and Zungu, make up the city of uMhlatuze. uMhaltuze assumed city status on 21 August 2001. The name uMhlatuze is derived from the uMhlatuze River that meanders through the municipal area and unifies the towns, suburbs and traditional areas symbolically. With a population of approximately 300 000, uMhlatuze is situated 180km NE of Durban on the coast. Empangeni is strategically situated and serves as a central base for visitors wanting to experience the cultural and historical heritage of Zululand. Richards Bay is centrally situated and serves as a perfect base when exploring Zululand. Zululand is rich in diversity and is the ideal holiday destination where nature lovers can explore the internationally acclaimed game reserves and visit the spectacular wetlands. Outdoor and sporting enthusiasts can take advantage of the sub-tropical climate and endless beaches and cultural heritage seekers can visit Zulu cultural villages, museums and markets. The rural townships of uMhlatuze offer visitors the opportunity to experience the real Africa of today. Here the Zulu residents live and work in modern surroundings, while embracing the culture, traditions and social customs of their pround ancestors. Under the personal supervision of a accredited guide, you are invited to discover how the old Africa and the new Africa have combined to create a fascinating and unique cultural experience. The township of Esikhawini enjoys a sea frontage and several popular beaches. It was named by King Cetshwayo in 1882 while on his journey to meet Queen Victoria in London. The monument on the beach, marking the place where the king boarded his boat, has been restored. Nseleni, with a population of approximately 14 000, is situated 20km west of Richards Bay. It derives its name from the river that runs past the township. These townships offer visitors an exciting range of things to do and places to see. To truly absorb the vibe of the townships there are welcoming taverns where locals gather to exchange news and views and storytellers recall past events in the history of the area. The bill of fare ranges from traditional brews and Zulu delicacies to branded beers and outdoor braais. A must do - during your stay in the townships would be to attend the traditional court, presided over by the Inkosi (traditional leader) of the tribal authority. Dancing and singing are very much part of the lifestyle of the Zulu nation; dance groups can be arranged to perform and entertain visitors. African arts and crafts, ranging from basket weaving and beadwork to pottery, can be viewed in either dedicated craft centres or at individual roadside places. Vulinleda, the campus town of the Unversity of Zululand, offers much more than student activity. Here you will find Professor Gabela's Museum House. In addition to Zulu crafts and artefacts, the attraction for visitors is the opportunity to meet the professor, a skilled raconteur who captivates his guests with the history and traditions of the Zulu nation. For the nature enthusiast, beauty spots such as Icubu Lake and the Enseleni Nature Reserve offer prolific birdlife and a range of African game while anglers have the choice of surf casting or dam and river fishing. Source: A Visitor's Guide to uMhlatuze Empangeni is the hub of Zululand's sugar industry, although there is also cattle farming in the district and cotton and timber are produced. The first of Natal's thousands of hectares of gum tre plantations, which now feed South Africa's paper and synthetic fibre industries with cellulose pulp, were planted in this region. The town is an important railway centre and has seen modest industrial development. The beautiful, hilly countryside surrounding Empangeni is the land of the Mthetwa people, and it was here that the Zulu warrior chief Shaka grew up. Source:Touring in South Africa by Maxwell Leigh. p140. Struik Publishers |
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