The eThekwini Municipality has once again updated its list of safe swimming beaches and open public swimming pools. Take a ...

Durban enjoyed a busy festive season with thousands of visitors, many from other provinces, flocking to spend time at its ...

Lifesaving South Africa says lifeguards have been working tirelessly to manage the holiday crowds at Durban's beaches this weekend.

The decision comes as Durban braces for strong ... the reopening of the affected beaches. Independent Online, popularly known as IOL, is one of South Africa’s leading news and information ...

posted the results of water samples for six Durban beaches last Thursday, which showed five with critically high E. Coli levels. The affected beaches included Point, South, North, Battery and ...

Two Durban beaches are expected to reopen to the public on Friday after they were closed temporarily as a precaution when foul-smelling "balls" mixed with sand were found on the shore. The eThekwini ...

As of January 20, 2025, 21 beaches are open and safe for swimming, while two remain closed due to water quality concerns.

A number of mauve-hued 'night light' jellyfish were spotted on the Durban shores on Thursday, 16 January 2025.

The report also highlighted a total economic contribution of R4.83 billion, demonstrating the multiplier effect of tourism on hospitality, transport, entertainment, and retail sectors.