An annual event showcasing local fashion talent, design innovation, and textile entrepreneurship. It provides a platform for emerging and established fashion designers, stylists, and related businesses to display their work, network, and connect with buyers and the public.
Who it is for
fashion designers, textile artists, creative entrepreneurs, fashion retailers, and the general public
How to act on it
Attend the event at the designated venue, which is typically hosted at the Durban ICC or another major civic space in Durban. Contact the municipality via phone or email for updates on dates and location.
The public can visit the main administrative office of the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality located in the heart of Durban. The building is open during regular business hours for in-person service requests and inquiries.
Residents and visitors can provide feedback on municipal services through the official website. This allows the public to report issues, suggest improvements, or share experiences related to city operations.
Individuals and businesses can make payments to the municipality by visiting the cashier counter at City Hall. This service is available during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm.
The Umkhumbane Entrepreneurial Support Centre offers support to entrepreneurs and small businesses in the eThekwini region. It provides access to resources, training, mentorship, and business development assistance to help start and grow enterprises.
The Ink Incubator is a support initiative by the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality designed to nurture and develop creative entrepreneurs, particularly in the arts and cultural industries. It offers resources, mentorship, and opportunities for growth to individuals and small businesses in Durban.
The Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality provides a platform for informal traders and small retailers to access support, information, and potential market opportunities within the city. This includes guidance on registration, licensing, and participation in structured retail initiatives.
The Women Empowerment Programme is offered by the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality to support women through initiatives that promote leadership, skills development, and economic participation. The programme aims to uplift women across the municipality by providing opportunities for growth and inclusion.
Residents, visitors, and businesses can provide feedback on the services offered by the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality through an online form on the official website.
The Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality offers support to enterprises, particularly small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs), through various initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and development within the city.
This program supports local artists and craftspersons in Durban by providing opportunities for skill development, mentorship, and market access. It aims to strengthen the creative economy through capacity-building initiatives.
The public can access the latest annual report on river water quality in the eThekwini region. These reports provide data on pollution levels, ecological health, and compliance with national water standards across major rivers and tributaries.
residents, businesses, visitors, job applicants, and anyone needing face-to-face municipal services
How to act on it
Travel to City Hall at 263 Dr Pixley Ka Seme Street, Durban 4000, and enter during opening hours.
aspiring and existing entrepreneurs, SMMEs, and small business owners in Durban
How to act on it
Visit the Umkhumbane Entrepreneurial Support Centre at City Hall, 263 Dr Pixley Ka Seme Street, Durban, during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm), or contact them via email at sizakala@durban.gov.za
entrepreneurs, artists, and small businesses in the creative industries based in Durban
How to act on it
Contact the municipality via email at sizakala@durban.gov.za or visit City Hall at 263 Dr Pixley Ka Seme St, Durban 4000 during business hours (8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday)
