profile of amanzimtoti
| South Africa, southern tip
of the African continent | |
| Durban is located in
KwaZulu-Natal, one of the nine provinces of South Africa. Amanzimtoti
is situated along the coastal strip south of Durban (see the map above).
This pretty
little town is a predominantly residential area with all race groups living
in harmony with each other. The town also shares its borders with many
disadvantaged communities and a few rural communities. The town is
seen as being the main provider of jobs, services such as food, etc, to the
surrounding areas. | |
| Amanzimtoti is situated just 12 km
from the Durban International Airport and is part of the greater Durban
Metropolitan council. It has recently been incorporated into the
province's Unicity development. |
Amanzimtoti and the South Coast are known for their
subtropical climate throughout the year. Swimming can be enjoyed
all year round and sea temperatures are warm, with an average temperature of
24 C in summer and 15 C in winter.
POPULATION
Under the apartheid government,
Amanzimtoti was designated a white area. As a result, the town is still
predominantly white, but he abolition of the Group Areas Act has ensured that
more and more people of other races are moving into the area.
Area population is 126 762