President acknowledges Renishaw Hills and Serenity Hills for investment contribution to national economy
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Attention 17 April 2023 President acknowledges Renishaw Hills and Serenity Hills for investment contribution to national economy The impressive KZN South Coast development assets, Renishaw Hills – part of the larger Renishaw Coastal Precinct in Scottburgh – and Serenity Hills eco-estate in Margate, were recognised by President Cyril Ramaphosa for their significant investment contribution to growing the country’s economy. Both forward-focused developments were acknowledged for their investment pledges by the President at the 5th SA Investment Conference (SAIC) held at the Sandton Convention Centre on Thursday, 13 April. Sam Wenger, Serenity Hills Development Director, was congratulated on stage by the President for their investment contribution to the KZN South Coast and the country. Serenity Hills is a 120-hectare eco-estate offering residents secure living within the exquisite coastal forest. The focus is on sustainability alongside modern amenities with community inclusivity at its heart. Speaking at the event, Wenger said: “We at Serenity Hills are extremely proud of our achievement and the chance to meet the honourable President Ramaphosa at his 5th SA investment conference. We are still overwhelmed and thankful that our hard work is recognised nationally and internationally. I had a chance for a quick chat with him on the stage and feel honoured for his support. After some negative news for KZN in the past years, we are thrilled to bring growth and positive change, as we believe in KZN and South Africa. Serenity Hills has already sold 50% of the available units, having only launched last year, which shows the massive demand for such a development and the region’s investment potential.” Barto van der Merwe, MD of Renishaw Coastal Precinct, was also congratulated on stage by the President at the event where Renishaw Hills was acknowledged. This 25-hectare mature lifestyle village forms the first development within 1 300-ha Renishaw Coastal Precinct, with R500m spent to date, and an estimated R15 billion upon completion. This is the first of five interconnected nodes of this mixed-use, self-sustaining precinct boasting far-reaching socio-economic benefits for the local communities. The entire precinct is anticipated to bring 2 500 residential opportunities accommodating roughly 7 500 people and bringing thousands of job opportunities. Speaking at the event, Van Der Merwe said: “It is an absolute honour to be recognised by the President for our ground-breaking Renishaw Coastal Precinct that seeks to ignite the region’s economic potential. We have already witnessed the incredible potential of this precinct through the success of Renishaw Hills, with house prices escalating by 50% in just five years. This aims to be a self-sustaining precinct in terms of facilities and utilities, with economic stimulus for surrounding communities as the development unfolds.” South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) was established as the official economic development arm of the KZN South Coast. The entity promotes investment in the region through marketing initiatives, product development, business support and training, dedicated networking events, and breaking down barriers to local investment. Commenting on the recognition of local developments at SAIC, Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of SCTIE, said: “We’d like to congratulate Serenity Hills and Renishaw Coastal Precinct on this well-deserved acknowledgement for growing our local economy and supporting surrounding communities. We’d also like to thank TIKZN for its support, as nothing can be achieved without these positive collaborations. The KZN South Coast has so much to offer, and it’s wonderful to have an opportunity to showcase these assets to the nation, and to the world.” President Ramaphosa initiated the SAIC in 2018 as a way to secure domestic and inbound investment of R1.2 trillion over five years, with the 2023 event making the final leg of this investment drive. The annual SAIC attracts delegates from around South Africa and across the globe. Speaking at the event, the President said: “With the achievement of our R1.2 trillion target today, we now cast our collective eyes to the horizon. With your support, with your investment, we can realise more growth, offer more opportunities and create even more jobs. As we work with dedication and focus to overcome our immediate challenges, let us not lose sight of the incredible promise of our country, South Africa.” He welcomed a number of investment pledges across various sectors that are making an enormous contribution to the country’s investment. These new investments significantly contribute to government’s national goals of socio-economic development to create sustainable jobs, reduce poverty, and drive back inequality. These investments have also contributed to a substantial increase in local production and encouraged efforts to buy local. Serenity Hills and Renishaw Hills were announced as pledges towards the ‘Infrastructure, property development and logistics’ sector. Serenity Hills as the: ‘R800 million in KwaZulu-Natal in the development of an eco-estate with over 600 units and a range of amenities including a driving range, clubhouse, frail care centre, wedding venue, conference centre and restaurants’; while Renishaw Hills has so far seen an investment of ‘R500 million in a mixed-use coastal precinct in KwaZulu-Natal’, it forms part of the much bigger, multi-billion-rand Renishaw Coastal Precinct. To find out more about Serenity Hills, visit www.serenityhills.co.za or follow @serenityhillsecoestate on Facebook and Instagram. To find out more about Renishaw Coastal Precinct, visit www.renishaw.co.za or call Barto van der Merwe on 087 135 5555. To find out more about Renishaw Hills visit www.renishawhills.co.za. Extending from Port Shepstone, the area’s economic hub, throughout the KZN South Coast, there are so many investment opportunities. To find out more about these, get in touch with SCTIE, the KZN South Coast’s one-stop shop for investment. Contact SCTIE on 039 682 7944, email info@sctie.co.za or visit www.investkznsouthcoast.co.za. Keep updated on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: infosouthcoast and YouTube: SouthCoastTourism. To access previous SCTIE press releases, visit: https://www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za/category/press-release/. /ENDS All images are complimentary for media use, provided the correct image credit is included and the images are published in conjunction with the content supplied. High resolution images are available upon request. President Cyril Ramaphosa and Barto van der Merwe, MD
Buy Local membership is now open to KZN South Coast businesses
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Attention 14 April 2023 Buy Local membership is now open to KZN South Coast businesses “The pandemic has both exposed the fragility of global supply chains and revealed the great capacity we have here in South Africa for innovation and adaptation in manufacturing.” – President Cyril Ramaphosa, Proudly SA Buy Local Summit 2022 The drive to support local businesses doesn’t just make sound economic sense, it has far-reaching social and environmental benefits that strengthen South Africa. But it’s not enough to encourage local business support, government needs to create an environment that is supportive of local businesses. On the KZN South Coast, this is being achieved through South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise’s (SCTIE) Buy Local campaign which is offering free membership to businesses until 30 June 2025. Buy Local forms part of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition’s (the DTIC) Buy Back SA initiative that encourages local business support. “We’ve seen a lot of positive momentum in the Buy Local membership since the launch of the campaign earlier this year, and we’re encouraging local businesses to take advantage of the membership sign-up while it’s free of charge,” explained Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of SCTIE. “With the #greatestshoalonearth – the annual Sardine Run – about to hit our shores, we’re also calling for everyone to support our #buylocal campaign by purchasing from local seine netters. This is a really great example of how the campaign can directly empower our local communities.” Companies that qualify for the Buy Local membership include those providing products and services of high quality, with at least 50% of the cost of production of products or services incurred within KZN South Coast. The business needs to currently create employment opportunities for people within the region, or intend to create such opportunities in future. Once signed up, Buy Local members will enjoy extensive marketing exposure across all of SCTIE’s offline and digital marketing channels; business support and networking opportunities; as well as member credibility and valuable information sharing. Beyond the direct membership benefits, being part of the Buy Local campaign means enjoying a stronger local and national economy, while attracting more investment. This also leads to better community relationships as local value chains are strengthened. With every new Buy Local member, the chain becomes one link stronger and the region becomes that much more resilient. To become a Buy Local member or find out more, visit the Buy Local tag at www.investkznsouthcoast.co.za or click here for a membership form. Alternatively, get in touch by emailing Londiwe@sctie.co.za or calling 039 6827944. Keep updated on Facebook; South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on YouTube; @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram; and South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on LinkedIn. Follow the hashtags #unlimitedopportunities #investkznsouthcoast #investment #kznsouthcoast! And click here to check out previous SCTIE press releases. /ENDS All images are complimentary for media use, provided the correct image credit is included and the images are published in conjunction with the content supplied. High resolution images are available upon request. (Images: Supplied by SCTIE) Londiwe Xolo (SCTIE Investment Support Officer) at the Waffle House Deli & Takeaway. Kirsty Hooper (Local First) at the Waffle House Deli & Takeaway. Out of Wood Furniture Manufacturers in Manaba. The Waffle House Deli & Takeaway. Mushroom Factory in KwaNositha. About KZN South Coast Known as the ‘Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom, the KZN South Coast stretches 120 kilometres from Scottburgh to Port Edward and inland to Harding. Here, the spirit of adventure can be discovered among the many cultural experiences, as well as the 35 nature trails and 58 beaches, ideal for activities like river rafting, abseiling, suspension bridges, paintball, surfing, SUP, canoeing, beach horse rides, shark cage diving and free diving. Nicknamed ‘The Golf Coast’, there are 11 golf courses on the KZN South Coast ranging in difficulty, with endless hiking, mountain biking and 4×4 trails for more rugged excursions. Promoting sustainability, the KZN South Coast has a growing Agri-tourism sector that offers world-class produce and hosts tours and excursions. The region boasts several permanently managed Blue Flag beaches and is home to some of the world’s top diving sites, Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks. The originality continues with the annual Sardine Run, coined the #GreatestShoalonEarth, which is the largest biomass migration on earth and a marvel to witness. The region’s many nature reserves are inhabited by indigenous bird and wildlife, and it holds the title of ‘smallest desert on earth’, The Red Desert in Port Edward. The KZN South Coast is a fast-emerging MICE destination which also plays host to several high-profile events including The Bike Fest, Uvukile Gospel Festival, Ugu Jazz, Ugu Film Festival and the South Coast Fever MTB & Trail Run Series. Issued on behalf of: South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) Disseminated by: Olivia Jones Communications For more information please contact: Olivia Jones Communications Cell: 083 653 1720 Email: media@oliviajones.co.za