Jozini is the access point for Northern Maputaland. It is a small business centre situated close to the impressive Pongolapoort Dam, better known as the Jozini Dam. This dam is designed to irrigate more than 80 000 hectares of agricultural land supporting products such as sugar cane, rice, coffee, fibre crops and various sub-tropical fruits. The dam draws its water from the PongoloRiver, which means 'trough' and is the principal river of Maputaland. The river has long, deep pools with steep sides and is an essential lifeline for the area it serves. Supporting a massive population of fish, crocodiles and hippos, as well as the people of the area, it is an integral part of the economy of the region.
In 1840 King Dingane of the Zulus was defeated by his brother Mpande.
He was forced to flee to the Gwaliweni (Hlatikhulu) Forest in the
Lebombo Mountains. He was later murdered there by a group of Swazi and
Nyawo warriors.
Area: Jozini, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
In 1840 King Dingane of the Zulus was defeated by his brother Mpande.
He was forced to flee to the Gwaliweni (Hlatikhulu) Forest in the
Lebombo Mountains. He was later murdered there by a group of Swazi and
Nyawo warriors.
Area: Jozini, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Diverse, tropical animal life including east African birds, a wide
variety of aquatic birdlife, large crocodile population, and tropical
insect species. Walks are accompanied by a game guide. Malaria
precautions advised.
Diverse, tropical animal life including east African birds, a wide
variety of aquatic birdlife, large crocodile population, and tropical
insect species. Walks are accompanied by a game guide. Malaria
precautions advised.
