KwaZulu-Natal Business 2016-17 edition

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irrigation equipment, filtration and membrane
technology. While it is envisaged that rain and
grey water harvesting will be practised countrywide,
another area of possible investment will be
in wastewater treatment plants that are located in
every municipality and which can be retrofitted
to produce energy.
Living in KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal represents a microcosm of the economic
and social conditions of South Africa as a
whole. In an idyllic climate that lends itself to an
enviable, relaxed lifestyle, the business-friendly
environment includes cutting-edge financial institutions,
providing specialised and professional
business services in all fields. Combined with its
abundant natural resources and diverse cultures,
KwaZulu-Natal offers a world-class business destination,
where doing business is a pleasure.
Housing and accommodation
Most homes in KwaZulu-Natal are sold or leased
through a licensed real-estate agent. A list of estate
agents per geographic area may be found on www.
propertywebsa.co.za or www.myproperty.co.za.
Education
KwaZulu-Natal has two universities, including one
of the country’s largest universities, the University
of KwaZulu-Natal, it spans five campuses, one in
Pietermaritzburg and the remainder in the greater
Durban area. There are several technical colleges,
the flagship being the Durban University of
Technology.
There are also a large number of training institutions
offering career training.
Elementary, primary and secondary schools may
be found throughout every urban neighbourhood
in KwaZulu-Natal, some of which are ranked among
South Africa’s best schools.
For further information, see www.kzneducation.
gov.za or www.kzneducation.gov.za.
Health and welfare
Throughout South Africa, both public and private
healthcare is offered. Many corporate employers
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