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Official Opening of King Shaka International Airport
Three times larger than its predecessor -- the old Durban International Airport -- King Shaka International Airport is now officially opened for business. No expense was spared at the event as a host of high profile dignitaries were on hand on Saturday to mark the historic occasion.
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We Are Pleased: Fifa
Exactly to the day since construction began on a new infrastructure for the province, The King Shaka International Airport, a new road interchange and a business trade centre were opened over the weekend.
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We Must Not Be Shy To Boast: President Zuma
It was hard to disguise the pride etched on the face of South Africa’s leader President Jacob Zuma as he cut the ribbons on Saturday, for the official opening of KwaZulu-Natal’s King Shaka International Airport.
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2010 Tourist Buddies for KZN April 2010 - With just over 50 days before South Africa hosts the 2010 Fifa World Cup, the province of KwaZulu-Natal is set to roll out an innovative programme aimed at giving tourists and fans visiting the province a “red carpet treatment” as part of efforts to improve service excellence during the soccer spectacle and beyond.
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NEWS: 2010 Football Magic for KZN
KwaZulu-Natal, Durban - 03 March 2010: KwaZulu-Natal’s 2010 Moses Mabhida stadium lit up as SA’s national soccer team Bafana Bafana drew 1-1 against neighbours Namibia on Wednesday night. It was a friendly match to end the 100 day countdown celebrations in the province. The stadium was packed with fans, celebrities, and leaders from around the country.
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Press Statement: KZN Celebrates 100 Days to Kick Off
2 March 2010: KwaZulu-Natal Premier Zweli Mkhize officially welcomed guests to the province at a gala dinner on Monday evening to launch the provincial 100 days celebration to the Fifa 2010 World Cup™ kick off. Herewith his speech delivered at the Durban International Convention Centre
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KZN Tourism Promoted
A delegation from KZN's Tourism and Economic Development Department will continue engaging with various countries in Germany today, in a bid to secure more international visitors to the province during the 2010 Soccer World Cup.
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ANC Congrats LOC For “Job Well Done”
South Africa: The African National Congress (ANC) has congratulated its country’s Local Organising Committee for a “job well done” in preparing South African to host the Fifa World Cup.
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Health: All Medical Fronts Ready for World Cup
The department of Health is prepared on the medical and health fronts. The statement was made as South Africa readies herself for kickoff to the Fifa World Cup 2010, in less than 80 days time.
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King Shaka International Airport
Ground broke over what is now a near-to-complete King Shaka Airport in La Mercy in November 2007. Now, with than two months to go before final kickoff for the Fifa Soccer World Cup TM, the finishing touches are being put on.
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We Will Not Compromise On Security: Zuma
London - 03 March 2010: President Jacob Zuma, speaking at an official state visit to the UK as South Africa counts down under 100 days to go before kickoff to the 2010 Soccer World Cup, says preparations for the international event are on track. Grace Taylor writes
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100 Days Celebration a Success in KZN
KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg - 2 March 2010: KwaZulu-Natalian’s proudly flew SA flags, Tuesday, sang the national anthem and declared themselves ready for the world cup tournament during the 100-days ceremony in the capital city Bernadette Peter writes
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100 Days to the FIFA 2010 World™ Cup Kick-Off
KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg 1 March 2010: The Zulu-Kingdom is abuzz with activities to commemorate the 100 days countdown to the world tournament on Tuesday, 2 March 2010. Key events include a star-studded gala dinner in Durban, a “fly the flag” campaign and the singing of the national anthem in Pietermaritzburg.
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2010 Fever Grips KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal - 22 February 2010: Amid the sounds of the blaring vuvuzelas and gyrating dancers, the province marked yet another historic 2010 milestone – the launch of a multi-million-rand 2010 brand and mass mobilisation campaign that will generate excitement throughout the length and breadth of the province, from the urban centres to the rural hinterlands.
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KZN Launches 2010 Mass Mobilisation Campaign
February 2010: As the clock for the Fifa 2010 Soccer World Cup™ ticks down to a mere 100 days to go, soccer fever is reaching new heights in KwaZulu-Natal with the launch of the Province’s comprehensive 2010 Mass Mobilisation and Brand Campaign. It will be launched at a glittering ceremony on Monday, 22 February 2010.
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KwaZulu-Natal Premier on Harry Gwala 2010 Stadium Launch
February 2010: The R85-million stadium was launched on Saturday 6 February 2010. This is the message from KwaZulu-Natal Premier Dr Zweli Mkhize to mark the occasion.
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Pietermaritzburg 2010 Harry Gwala Stadium Launch
February 2010 - “It’s all systems go for the 2010 kick off in KwaZulu-Natal” senior provincial leaders concurred as the province unveiled the multi billion rand Harry Gwala Stadium in the Capital City Pietermaritzburg on Saturday 6, February.
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Congratulations - Egypt
February 2010 - The 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa (OC) has congratulated Egypt for winning the 27th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Angola.
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Danny Jordaan Welcomes 2010 And Calls For Public Enthusiasm To The FIFA World Cup
January 2010 - The CEO of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee South Africa (OC) has welcomed 2010 as a year which represents one of the greatest and grandest nation building initiatives ever undertaken since the death of apartheid.
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2010 Base Camps For KwaZulu-Natal
October 2009 - The Province of KwaZulu-Natal is proactively engaged in positioning itself as a serious base camp destination for football federations in 2010. To date 11 international federations have visited various training and accommodation sites that have been proposed.
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2010 Transport System Revolution for KZN
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport is viewing the World Cup as a major revolution in South Africa’s transport system. The department is of the firm view that long after the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ the province's transport systems should be able to sustain the local economy.
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Durban-KwaZulu-Natal's Dramatic New World Cup Stadium Ready
Standing on the newly laid pitch with its signature arch soaring overhead and the 56 000 permanent seats all in place, one can almost see the crowds taking their seats and the excitement mounting in Durban's dramatic new multi-purpose stadium.
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2010 And Kwazulu-Natal Tourism
September 2009 - The Fifa Match contracting process for accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal is progressing well, with a significant number of hotel and non-hotel rooms contracted thus far.
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2010 And Accommodation In KwaZulu-Natal
September 2009 - The Fifa Match contracting process for accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal is progressing well, with a significant number of hotel and non-hotel rooms contracted thus far.
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2010 Clamp-Down On Ticket Fraudsters!
September 2009 - As the excitement surrounding the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ South Africa gains momentum in the KwaZulu-Natal and the rest of the World FIFA and its ticket handling partner MATCH are warning consumers about any unauthorised ticket sales and the risk of purchasing fake tickets.
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SA Fifa Boss Says Support Africa’s “Six Pack”
September 17 2009 - “Let’s support Africa’s six pack,” says CEO of the 2010 Fifa World Cup ™Organizing Committee (OC) Danny Jordaan. He was speaking in Durban and referring to the six African teams that are expected to participate in the World Cup.
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FIFA World Cup Volunteer Applications
2 September 2009 - A whopping 67,999 people from 170 countries have applied to volunteer for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ in South Africa. The figure far outweighs that received for the 2006 World Cup in Germany.
KZN - 300 Days To 2010 Kick-Off!
August 16 2009 - Today marks 300 Days before the big 2010 FIFA World Cup™ kick-off. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Zweli Mkhize meets key stakeholders locally and nationally to talk about the province’s achievements at a special 300-day event taking place in Durban. He also unveils the 2010 provincial broadcast campaign with key radio stations in the region.
Woza 2010 KZN!
August 2009 - KZN MEC for Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT), Michael Mabuyakhulu says Kwazulu-Natal is all set to deliver on its 2010 promises. He says in its preparations for hosting a successful 2010 Fifa World Cup, KwaZulu-Natal is positioning itself as a sporting and economic destination of choice and as a province that is “ready to host”.
2010 Is A Time For Unity!
August 2009 - Kwazulu-Natal Premier Zweli Mkhize says the 2010 World Cup presents KwaZulu-Natal with an opportunity to reposition itself as a leading and powerful player in influencing economic growth and development in South Africa and the entire continent.
KZN’s 2010 Stadium A Tourist Attraction Says President
26 July 2009 President Jacob Zuma says KwaZulu-Natal’s 2010 Host City’s Moses Mabhida Stadium “is not just a stadium but a tourism attraction”. On Saturday President Zuma addressed workers at the iconic stadium, which is now nearly 70 percent complete. The 70 000-seater is expected to be completed in November, way ahead of its scheduled time.
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Apply for 2010 Fifa Volunteer Programme
22 June 2009 The application process for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ volunteer programme is now open. The process got underway on Monday 20 July 2009. A total of 15 000 volunteers are required and will be selected from South Africa, the continent and the rest of the world.
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Safety First For KZN 2010 Host City
June 14 2009 Kwazulu-Natal’s 2010 Host City Durban has placed more than 200 closed circuit television (CCTV) in strategic places across the city and within sporting precincts to ensure safety and security ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup next year.
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KZN Says SA Ready For The World Cup
29 June 2009 – As SA closed the curtain on a spectacular 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup, Kwazulu-Natal (KZN) also celebrated the pomp and ceremony at key Public Viewing Areas (PVAs) in the region.
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KZN Hoping For A Bafana Bafana Final
As Bafana Bafana prepare for their Confederations Cup semi final clash against Brazil on Thursday night Kwazulu-Natalians are 100% behind the home team.
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Confederations Cup Magic for KZN The Kwazulu-Natal government is putting the final touches to its plans to host Public Viewing Areas (PVAs) at four key districts in the province to give locals a taste of the Confederations Cup excitement. Entry to the PVAs is free.
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2010 Host City Website
The official Durban 2010 website has been launched by Julie-May Ellingson, head of Durban’s Strategic Projects Unit. “Durban’s unique cultural diversity has created a rich, cosmopolitan African city.
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Confederations Cup Thrill for KZN
With the FiFA Confederations Cup set to take off in less than two weeks Kwazulu-Natal’s Arts Culture and Sports MEC Weziwe Thusi kicked into top gear the regions Mass Mobilisation programme.
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Tourism – An Opportunity For 2010
KZN First! KZN Now! KZN Always! Newly elected MEC for Economic Development and Tourism Mike Mabuyakhulu has urged residents in rural areas to make use of the tourism opportunities available for 2010.
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A Crime Free 2010
The stringent efforts to clamp down on criminals in Kwazulu-Natal has gained momentum as 750 more volunteers recruited under the Volunteer Social Crime Prevention Project (VSCPP) completed their training. So far 1950 recruits have been trained.
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KZN Poised Nicely For 2010 Take-Off
KwaZulu-Natal has strategically positioned itself as the most sought-after destination for the hundreds of thousands of soccer fans that still flock to the region, says Kwazulu-Natal Department of Economic Development (DED) HOD Ms. Carol Coetzee.
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Indaba Sets Stage For 2010
The world can rest assured that South Africa and the whole of the African continent will host the best ever FIFA World Cup next year. This was the message sent out to thousands of tourists who attended the Tourism Indaba in Durban from 9-12 May 2009.
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KZN Hosts Yet Another Major Sporting Event Run Up To 2010!
As 2010 fever grips KwaZulu-Natal ahead of the Confederations Cup, a record number of cyclists turned-up for the popular Tour Durban KwaZulu-Natal Cycle Race, to yet again position the region as a premier sporting destination.
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KZN Stuns Spain
As KwaZulu-Natal gears up for 2010, a star studied provincial team, was in Spain on Monday 27 Monday April to celebrate South Africa Day. The event was initiated by SAs Ambassador to Spain Vusi Bruce Koloane and coincided with our own Freedom Day Celebrations here.
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Glittering Website Launch!
KwaZulu-Natal home of the FIFA World Cup ™2010 host City Durban has made history by becoming the first province in South Africa to launch a 2010 website.
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Service Satisfaction Key to 2010
Customer service and satisfaction remains a core function to those involved in the hospitality industry especially for 2010, says Nozuko Ngozi from the Kwazulu-Natal Department of Environmental Affairs.
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KZN 2010 – A Legacy for Development!
Multi-billion rand investment into development projects is establishing the province of KwaZulu Natal as a tourist destination beyond 2010 and development in key focus areas such as stadiums, road infrastructure and associated municipal services will leave lasting benefits for local communities.
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KZN Ready to Host 2010!
Word on the street is that KwaZulu Natal - home of 2010 Host City Durban - is ready to welcome the world event to its shores!
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KZN – First and on Track for 2010!
KwaZulu-Natal has made history by launching South Africa’s first 2010 provincial website. The website was unveiled at a glittering ceremony in the Capital City Pietermaritzburg.
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KZN: A Dynamo for 2010 Developments
The Province of KwaZulu-Natal, home of the FIFA 2010 Host City Durban is in a state of readiness for the World Cup.
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2010 Fifa World Cup Tm State Of Readiness
The SA Government has given 17 guarantees to FIFA in relation to the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. These guarantees commit government to developing and investing in infrastructure, power and electricity capacity, 10 stadiums, safety and security, emergency medical services and relevant telecommunications and information technology, a media centre and the International Broadcast Centre.
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KZN & Confederations Cup
Excitement is in the air as the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup, considered a trial run for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, approaches.
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