Durban is my favorite city in SA. Lived there for 2years. I also lived in Jborg, CPT and Pretoria. But Durban left a mark on me.

If Durban was properly maintained and governed, it would easily be among the best locations IN THE WORLD. KZN in general is a beautiful place. Just a pity about the municipalities lack of everything.

From a Capetonian: Durban and its northern and southern towns are just amazing. Where else in the world can you swim in the ocean in the middle of the winter?😂

Thank you for making this video. I am American and the first time I visited Durban was in the late 1990s. If an American can name two SA cities, it would be Johannesburg or Cape Town. Wanting to be different, I chose Durban and I have revisited Durban about another 9 times.

"I wanted to find out for myself," We all need to want to learn more about people instead of listening to rumors. Thanks for visiting my city 🇿🇦

@6:25 Sawubona Durban. Nghithanda RSA! Big ups to the Zulu people for having pride in your land, language and culture. I'm currently learning the language

Winter in Durban is the best Summer in the world

AM from Somalia and I live in Durban since 2000 its beautiful city and the people who live here are good people ❤️❤️❤️

We lived in Durban for 7 years and it was wonderful. Went to Ushaka at least once a week. Had to relocate to Gauteng for business which was horrible. After three years we gave up and moved to Orania because we're Afrikaans but Durban and its wonderful people will always have a special place in my heart. I hope they can solve the crime issues but in my opinion KZN needs full independence to escape from the shadow of Johannesburg and Cape Town (the most overrated place in SA btw). Not once did I experience discrimination or unkindness from anyone in Durban and because the Zulu people are so obviously dominant demographically they are actually very gracious about it. Indian food is faaaaaantastic!!!! Kuswag skool in Amanzimtoti was an excellent school for my children with pure, deep rooted Christian values and wonderful teachers. Baie dankie Durban!!!!!

I moved from Durban to Amsterdam 3 months before covid hit and was only able to visit again in April 2022... as the floods hit. Durban and the whole of SA felt like it was hurting and that everyone was keeping their lives together with duct tape. I love Durban and hope everything improves for everyone. I am forever a Durbanite

I visited Durban in 2022. I was here for 3 weeks. Some parts of the city are nice. Some parts are bad. I also visited the Hluhluwe reserve. I traveled from the Czech Republic

The stench of sewage hanging in the air can't be hidden. Going onto the beach and into the water represents a huge health risk, no matter what the authorities try to tell you.

I spent a year in Durban between 2013 and 2014. I worked for a company in the Dinnor House building on Smith Street. Durban is such a beautiful city.

South Africa is beautiful 😍❤️

Durban is laid back, chilled vibes. I love the weather.

Im from Durban... It just not the same😭... It feels like a shadow city of it former Glory... Maintenance 💔💔💔, Durban CBD need that Jik cleaning agent coz Wow..

First time I visited Durban I was in middle school in 1998, it was such a beauty to look at, still a beautiful city with warm subtropical weather but it is now extremely badly governed and administered, every time I go there I can’t help it but notice the decline and collapse of infrastructure. South African people, vote for better and patriotic politicians who love their respective cities and towns.

I’m imagining the type of energy and resources put into creating an interesting content like this, thanks Steven

I’m moving from Atlanta to Cape Town in 2 years .. can’t wait to enjoy this daily

I have visited Durban many times but I am still visiting. Durban has the best weather in South Africa and Africa as a whole. If you like to have fun, this is the best place, and the people there are friendly (Zulu) and the community is multicultural but peaceful. It is true that Durban is the African Playground.

I love that girls Durban accent 😍

Never knew South Africa was this beautiful Thank you Stephen❤️

Durban is called South Africa’s playground ,i live in Johannesburg ,cape town is my fav city but I find myself visiting Durban atleast once or twice a year ,they have the most amazing weather ,friendly people and amazing food.

South Africa is a country of immense beauty, captivating all who are fortunate enough to call it home. With its diverse landscapes, from majestic mountains to pristine coastlines, it offers a natural splendor that is hard to match. The vibrant cultures and rich history further enhance its appeal, creating a tapestry of experiences that leave a lasting impression. Interestingly, there are critics who voice their opinions about South Africa but choose to stay within its borders, especially among the Caucasian population. This paradox raises questions about whether they truly appreciate the country's beauty or overlook it in their everyday lives. Despite the critics, South Africa's allure remains undeniable. Its natural wonders, cultural diversity, and historical significance make it a truly enchanting place to live. From its awe-inspiring landscapes to its vibrant communities, the country offers an extraordinary blend of experiences. While it is puzzling that some critics never leave, their voices serve as a reminder to pause and reflect on the beauty that surrounds them. South Africa continues to beckon those with an adventurous spirit and an appreciation for the extraordinary, ready to embrace its wonders and create a life in this remarkable nation.

Bro Durban is so so layback and chilled .

Really great video! Culturally, Durban is unique for its Zulu, Indian and English influences. Travel outside of KZN and you very quickly realise how different the rest of SA is in that regard. Way less Zulus, Indians and English white South Africans in such high concentrations. I once saw an ad describing Durban as 'Africa's Miami'.

Thank you Steven for showcasing our City to the world, taking your time to travel and explore Durban has truly given you proper answers and analysis. Also, shout out to Anele and other people that shared their views of Durban. Thato and the Eyelashes lady kumele baqondiswe igwegwe 😁.

Durban is a great place 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

I loved the people in Durban, and the food! (I lived there from 2019-2022) However, after living through the horror of the riots, floods, the badly run municipality (we would often have electricity without days because sub stations kept blowing up) crumbling infrastructure, and Ecoli ridden sea, we decided to move back to the Western Cape. I miss our friends terribly.. but I left Durban feeling traumatized.I hope the problems get fixed. It is a beautiful province with so much potential.

I Love Durban ❤️ SA as well. LUCKY enough to spent 2 years there. Liked very much the way art guy explains about the awareness through their sand arts

I'm from Dbn Umhlanga Rocks .... Was born here.... Been in Jhb and Capetown.... I fear JHB, toooo dangerous because of the fast life I guess.... Dbn and Capetown.... More or less the same... Dbn is calm

Love this balanced story about Durban. You answered the question I had about Durban. Everyone I talked to in South Africa about Durban had only negative things to say about it. This left me wondering why people were being so negative about it.

I stayed in Durban for 4 years, such a beautiful city with the best weather, cant even compare it to joburg, Zulus are good people dont listen to ehat media says

I love Durban, its a pity how the inner city is deteriorating and beaches being polluted.

Love my City but I am not a tropical person. I don't like the humidity but just Love our winter months. Lived in Durban my whole life, so much greenery. There are areas to avoid but that's the same all over the world. Since Covid and Floods our city needs cleaning up.

One thing I've realised about South Af3ica is how cheap accommodation is over there.. very nice luxurious locations infact .. wow.. only 650use for that.. ? That's a single hotel room price and maybe even some lodges and guest houses price for that in Botswana. But overall I'd rather go to Cape town than Durban

I tell people they sleeping on Durbans potential. Great videography as always Steven😉👍

I'm watching and enjoying the Durban episode I can't wait for the top 10 luxurious places in Durban KZN.

I think Durban is not appreciated enough. the climate here is amazing and I believe it has a potential of being one of the best cities in the world.

Thank you for this informative video!

The city is amazing, the politics of this city is rotten.

Durban is beautiful but Ballito wow it is lovely. Great content of my city Steven you're the coolest to showcase the beauty of Durban and South Africa as a whole.

Nice tour of Durban, South Africa the land of the Zulu. I like the aquarium, and I like the beach butt sculpture. I like Verik snake and ostrich wallets. Last I like the sea.

Durban is a nice, laidback city. Waiting for the Real Estate videos. I know they're gonna be great. Keep up the good work.

I'd like to applaud you for the quality of your content it is supreme

I like the video, and the city has a layback vibe. There are a lot of economic activities going on there, and the people don't hustle like in New York or Chicago. The cost of living is reasonable. Thank you, Stev, for such exposure.

I was born in Durban, grew up in the Durban been through all the ups an downs in Durban which Ed shaped me into the person I am. It’s a beautiful place.

We never knew Durban was beautiful

*I wanna be the next travel vlogger, I wanna travel around Africa and share the beauty of my lovely continent just like how my fav vlogger Steven is doing, you inspire me* Love

Haai Thato’s commentary @ 6:50 shocks me!! I was born in the Western Cape and moved to Gauteng first Pretoria- the tribalism of the none Nguni speakers was just like the grains of salt… then I moved to Jozi - happiness all the way there… I normally frequent Durban and I never seem to get enough of it. I love everything about the city❤!

Yoo I fell in love with Durban , i visited three times. Sherpstone, Mtwalume and and there was this place close to iFafa Beach 🏖 I forgot that guest lodge. I enjoyed the welcoming of the Zulus, as I was talking my hybrid Ndebele of Zim they loved that I wasn’t hiding myself. And we get along nicely Still today we chat on watsup. I can tell you only if you give some people respect you will be respected too, .

It is very hot in Durban, too many monkeys, the snakes but I love the rain and there are many nice people in Durban.

Sometimes is best we visit than take opinion from comments or review. I will put Durban in my list this year. Thanks bro for the review...

Enjoying your South African series. Can’t wait to visit. Only had a layover there (Joburg) to Namibia.

Durban is just like Miami, USA.

Fundamental difference is ANC rules in kzn whereas DA runs Cape Town... one political party steals all the funds needed to fix anything, corruption and poor service delivery is a standard within KZN. Cape Town is simply just run better by a better party who does far more for its people and its very clearly noticeable.

The last time we visited Durban was right before the floods, as we left it started raining, a week later containers were floating on the highway. We’ll be back but as Joburgers looking to go to the beach, we’ll wait for them to sort out the beaches first.

Thanks for showing the world our beautiful city⛱ Come back soon and make another video in Durban✌

Steve your doing well with this exclusive video, thanks for showing us durban in South Africa.. I enjoyed this video from the beginning to the end

Wow, Durban looks so cool. So beautiful. If i move to Africa, it would be kenya or south africa for sure.

You the Man!! You visited my city. Durban is a very Kool city. I like watching your video, here in Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

Yo, Steven. I Liiiiiike this video... Can't wait to see what Durban has to offer for real estate. We are looking to buy.

watching from the UK, I lived in Durban 2003-2013.

Beautiful depiction of our country ❤ 🔥 🔥 🔥 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼

Durban is calm and beautiful.

As u do Durban, note these estates which have been around for a while: 1. Mt Edgecombe 2. Hawaan Forest 3. Izinga 4. Simbithi (these are just part of those in the North Coast and u will realise how unique each Durban estates seeks to be from the other). 5. The Executive in La Lucia. 6. Well, of course you can add Zimbali - a great estate which already boasted a R150million house in 2020. Nothing those two great hotels there. Note that Durban is BEST HORSE RACING COUNTRY in Africa and thus has areas for horse ranches nobody says anything about: Alverstone, Summerveld and various areas with large mansions. Also note that Western suburbs of Durban are also unique and theme around COUNTRY and EQUESTRIAN. Also note Durban's Germanic influence and the red roof unique beautiful old suburbs of Morningside and Glenwood within the City. There is an old ancient hatred why KwaZulu-Natal is shot down in all things and even our talents and skills and education is destroyed. It's a SA story and includes evils of apartheid bc KZN whites did not want apartheid, whilst Zulus, though we do have volatile tribes, but were made to be the evil spoilers of South Africa, the great tribalism and hate by Limpopo folk against Zulus - this emanates from ancient envy of Zulu fame and success, etc.

I‘ve visited Joburg & Durban. I liked Durban a lot, I stayed in Morningside. I am European and found it was a very amazing time there 🎉

Durban remains one of the favorite destinations for many South Africans and their families and it's definitely not an abandoned City.

I located to Melbourne from Johannesburg 20 years ago. Every year I go to SA and I definitely go to Durban. My Aussie husband loves the culture food and vibes. The first time we went there my sister told him not to give any money to beggars, instead to buy things from street vendors. He couldn’t resist giving money to two kids. Within seconds he was surrounded by a cloud of children demanding money. He, and I, thought they would carry him away. 😅 we still go but he is more wary and mindful of safety, especially where he thinks he can walk. Having said that, he absolutely loves the Zulu culture and loves the surrounding countryside.

Love how you keep elevating the quality of your content, great work as always

Great ❤ sending Love from UK England ❤

Your videos are on point bro.. well-done

Honest evaluation of the PPL from Heaven, the place on earth that is Durban and its diverse culture and humble laid-back society.

This is why black media is very important. they want to show Africa in a bad light. One Africa has so much to offer.

Nice video Steven.😍😍

Am glad you did this video about Durban

Awesome showcase of my city great work 👍

I honestly thought the Durban Tourism Board would react after the unfortunate AKA incident and those devastating floods with such PR to try and reassure tourists... dunno if they reached out to you Steven because something needs to give. Security is a serious issue and it's sad that leaders just get bodyguards and leave ordinary people on their own. I'm talking from experience...and to be honest I have nothing against the place because it's lovely.

@Steven Great Job my brother❤️

You guys had serious fun. I like the views, the vid is so lively- well done

@StevenNdukwu Thanks for this video, I’m from Durban and left 13 years ago. Yes, the city has its problems but social media can certainly make you believe that Durban has completely collapsed, I must say I also fell for the negative reports (though imagine some are true) but like you I should give Durban a chance. Looking forward to exploring my city as a “tourist”. We need to inject some much needed spend to rejuvenate the city.

I love Durban . I prefer to stay here than cape town

I just love the way you make your content Steve you are a role model

Durbanitethat moved to Cape Town. So happy I left. I miss home and the beauty of Durban, but unfortunately, there seems to be no future on the East Coast.

KwaZulu-Natal is second home after Bulawayo,the Zulus are very friendly especially in the villages😎

love the video, nice one👌... Umhlanga , Dolphin coast ,Drakensburg and rural midlands are great ...

Thankyou ANC!

I love Durban. I'm from inland Pretoria and go to Durban whenever possible.

Durban is very beautiful I can't wait to see the real estate video

CORRECTION!! Durban is not Abandoned ,It is simply NOT Featured Prominently Like it's SISTER Cities JO'BURG and CAPE TOWN, many Other Cities and Towns ,Port Elizabeth/Pretoria/Bloemfontein/East London/Rustenburg/Kimberly/Kroonstad and many More Do not Make it to least of Prominence either , But be Assured COME months of June and December , DURBAN becomes the PLACE to go TO. You must have been MISINFORMED. Do some Objective RESEARCH.

Good information my man ! 😀👍🏾

great collab!

South Africa has a unique beauty in each of the provinces. To write off Durban means you disregard a multiracial and multi cultural population, visiting the beach even in summer, great surfing with fewer sharks, great curry and a resourceful largest Indian population, many spiritual centres, home to Gift of Givers, Drakensberg , few hrs to Midlands and St Lucia etc etc...most of other SA prefer to travel overseas than Durban mostly due to ignorance and pride Problems are there but so are the positives. Shame you didn't get to meet any Indian people or have curry....come back next time for that!!!

So who did we offend in west Africa 🤦‍♂️ We need good leadership in west Africa Watching this video made me sad because this place is even developed than every capital city in west Africa

Well done great man, now we have to visit!

Thanks for taking us around Africa, this place is just too beautiful

Nice video bro ur videography is top notch

Lived there since 1985. Moved to the UK in 2023 because the ANC has stolen the future of SA and is determined to turn it into another Zimbabwe. Ironically it's a great place to holiday because it's now so cheap to do so because of these exact same economically destructive policies. The riots in July 2022 were the deciding factor for us.

Africa is such a beautiful channel

King Ndukwu🙌🇿🇦