Forward Durban

Uplifting Durban’s economy by changing the narrative through SMME partnerships & media. A city of growth, resilience & possibility. #ForwardDurban

[Forward Durban @ForwardDurban]

Durban’s story is changing. 🌍✨
From broken systems to bold action, the people of this city are stepping up to #ChangeTheNarrative.
This is more than a brand — it’s a movement.
➡️ Watch the Forward Durban brand reveal:

#ForwardDurban #AllShallProsper

[Forward Durban @ForwardDurban]

♿ Step into someone else’s wheels.

The SBS Wheelchair Challenge is raising awareness for accessibility while aiming to raise R500,000 for mobility initiatives across KZN.

🔗 https://t.co/rlQVnvviM2

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🏗️ Durban's property sector is shifting from vision to execution.

From investment-ready public land to developer-funder "deal rooms", the focus is now on bankable projects, faster delivery, and economic growth.

📖 Read more:
https://t.co/Nth4SXlovY

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💻 Join the ASP ICT Sector Action Team Meeting

📅 10 June 2026
⏰ 14h30–16h00
💻 Online
Let's collaborate on technology, innovation & digital growth in Durban.
RSVP:
https://t.co/LuRx1ncNBc

Join:
https://t.co/o5DQ0Tvfqf

#ForwardDurban #ICT #ChangingTheNarrative

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Community gets planting at The Bluff Showgrounds

Community members donned their gloves and grabbed their spades to play their part in revitalising The Bluff showgrounds.

https://t.co/xAWsuyXQKt

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🤝 Join the ASP Support Services Sector Action Team Meeting

📅 10 June 2026
⏰ 12h30–14h30
📍 The Junction, Kloof
Connect, collaborate, and help strengthen the support services sector in Durban.
RSVP:
https://t.co/fxBipnqrbL

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🏭 Join the ASP Manufacturing Sector Action Team Meeting

📅 9 June 2026
⏰ 09h00–11h00
📍 The Junction, Kloof
Connect with industry leaders, identify opportunities, and help strengthen Durban's manufacturing sector.
RSVP:
https://t.co/AtRhLaWYid

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📣 Media professionals — join the ASP Media Sector Action Team meeting (online).

⏰ 14h00–16h00

RSVP:
https://t.co/13wZrFG0j6
Join:
https://t.co/YcywkMIhzQ

#ForwardDurban #ChangingTheNarrative

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Durban’s own Litterboom Project has earned global recognition, winning the inaugural Defenders of the Sea Award for its efforts to keep our oceans and coastline clean.

A powerful example of local action creating global impact.

https://t.co/E8xElsohPX

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From daycare beginnings to sustainable businesses, 24 local ECD practitioners just received game-changing financial training through The Domino Foundation’s partnership programme.
https://t.co/CGYAxKuv7b

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🌱 95 years young & still growing impact

Coral Vinsen is empowering families to grow their own food — building real food security, one garden at a time.

🔗 https://t.co/MxhSMw7whx

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At 76 years old, Durban North’s Dr Denise Adams has just earned her PhD, and her journey through the Beachwood Mangroves is as remarkable as her achievement.
Read how passion, art and environmental advocacy shaped her extraordinary graduation story.
https://t.co/4THcgn7p7V

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🎓 Inspiring journeys at UKZN Graduation Week

From a taxi driver turned harbour master to a 76-year-old PhD graduate — stories of resilience & achievement take centre stage.

🔗 https://t.co/ax1eFt7jZP

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When young entrepreneur Sthembiso Wanda saw a need in his community, he didn’t look away, he built a brand-new home for a grateful gogo in Mlaza.
Read how one man’s generosity is inspiring an entire community.
https://t.co/3LN33uFGsi

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🚴‍♀️ 2,000km. Storms, mud & relentless terrain.

Sarah van Heerden rides to victory as the first lady in the Race Across South Africa — all to support animals in need 🐾

🔗 https://t.co/7gCt1EBJuD

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📣 Media professionals — join the ASP Media Sector Action Team meeting (online)

⏰ 14h00–16h00

RSVP:
https://t.co/13wZrFG0j6
Join:
https://t.co/Hx2Hjf8uR4

#ForwardDurban #ChangingTheNarrative

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💛 30 years of impact

From humble beginnings to a thriving centre of hope, Ntombi Khumalo has been the heart behind Pathways’ journey.

https://t.co/XmXeqpvwl7

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🌟 ASP CONNECT | May 2026
Join us for an empowering morning with guest speaker Jacqueline Van Rooijen sharing “5 Business Lessons to Catapult Your Success in 2026.”

📅 22 May | 📍 Westville Country Club

👉 Register: https://t.co/zRymXSUrWu

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🌟 ASP Teach | 29 May
Join Kerry Jones for “Whack the Overwhelm!” — practical tools to regain focus & take control of your day.

💻 Online | ⏰ 09:00–10:00

👉 RSVP:
https://t.co/7jgqX5SBDL

📩 POP: [email protected]

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🌟 ASP CONNECT | May 2026
Join us for an empowering morning with guest speaker Jacqueline Van Rooijen sharing “5 Business Lessons to Catapult Your Success in 2026.”

📅 22 May | 📍 Westville Country Club

👉 Register: https://t.co/zRymXSUZM2

[Forward Durban @ForwardDurban]

✊ Workers’ Day

Honouring the people who build, serve, and grow our nation.

At Forward Durban, we believe a stronger city is built through opportunity, dignity & meaningful work.

#ForwardDurban #ChangingTheNarrative #WorkersDay