FOCUS 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 KWAZULU-NATAL BUSINESS 2016/17 24
FOCUS offer a subscription or a partially subsidised subscription to a medical insurance fund or medical aid fund. Primary healthcare is available free of charge at all government hospitals. For more information on the KwaZulu-Natal Health Department, you can visit www.kznhealth. gov.za. Leisure KwaZulu-Natal’s subtropical coastline is washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, the hinterland is swept by sweet savannah and the province is protected by the towering magnificence of the Drakensberg Mountains. The province generously caters for almost every taste imaginable from historical sites, game reserves and country meanders to arts and crafts, the infamous bunny chow and fascinating cultural experiences. KwaZulu-Natal is also home to award-winning golf courses and a host of world-class festivals and events. 25 KWAZULU-NATAL BUSINESS 2016/17
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