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HARRY GWALA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

We are an entity of the Harry Gwala District Municipality established with the specification mandate to augment growth and development within the Harry Gwala district.

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Our Vision

A polycentric resoure-abundant investment gateway, with absolute transformative regional growth and development by 2063.

As the Mayor of this vibrant district, I am committed to fostering an environment that is conducive to sustainable growth and development.

MAYOR,
Councillor Z.D Nxumalo
Harry Gwala District Municipality
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R100,000

allocated for a school uniforms drive, with four schools receiving uniforms valued at R25,000 each. The schools visited were Summerfield, Nomzamo, Sangcwabe, and Ngcesheni Primary Schools.

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young people have received technological training at the Harry Gwala Techno Hub, a partnership between the Harry Gwala Development Agency and the Moses Kotane Institute.

2.1%

is the average annual growth rate of the district's economy from 2013 to 2022. During a particularly strong period from 2016 to 2018, growth rates averaged over 3% per year.

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tourism businesses were audited by the HGDA to support the re-establishment of Community Tourism Organizations (CTOs).

ABOUT US

The Harry Gwala Development Agency (HGDA) is an entity of the Harry Gwala District Municipality established with the specification mandate to augment growth and development within the Harry Gwala district. The HGDA is located in the South West of the KwaZulu–Natal of South Africa in Ixopo and serves the four municipalities that make up Harry Gwala District Municipality.

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Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Municipality

Known for adventure tourism, agriculture and is home to the Drakensberg.

Ubuhlebezwe Municipality
The serene heart of the district, with agriculture, tourism, and business.
UMzimkhulu Municipality
The cultural and agricultural beacon, with the largest population and area.
Greater Kokstad Municipality
The economic hub, ideal for commerce, trade, tourism, and agriculture.

Agriculture

Digital Economy

Enterprise
Development

Tourism

The HGDA is dedicated to fostering sustainable development and improving the quality of life for the resident of the Harry Gwala District in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The Agency is to set up to develop the teamwork between public sector, private sector and civil society and to provide meaningful and effective use of local resources to accelerate regional development.
The objective of the Agency is to package high impact, catalytic projects by attracting domestic and foreign investments, with an intent to grow the district economy, job creations and poverty alleviation.
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Key Catalytic Projects

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Our vision is to become a premier investment gateway, driving transformative regional growth and sustainable development by 2063.

We are dedicated to providing a platform for shared growth, working with integrity, proactivity, and responsiveness to unlock the full potential of the Harry Gwala District.

Commercialisation of Sani Pass
This project aims to convert the Sani Pass Tourist border post into a commercial border post to boost trade between South Africa and Lesotho. This initiative will streamline the transport of goods and benefit local economies.
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Multipurpose Sports Center
Located in UMzimkhulu, this project aims to build a state-of-the-art sports center with world-class amenities to introduce professional sports codes and stimulate local economic growth. Phase 1 of this project is practically complete.
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Rising of the Kempsdale Dam Wall
This project involves upgrading the Kempsdale Dam wall to increase its capacity from 215,055 cubic meters to 2,140,000 cubic meters. This will ensure an adequate water supply for the Greater Kokstad sub-region until 2040. The dam expansion also provides the potential for hydroelectricity generation and tourism activities like canoeing and fishing.
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SAY HELLO TO OUR BOARD MEMBERS

Our board of directors is dedicated to driving sustainable growth and development for the district. We are focused on cultivating innovation and building a brighter future for the Harry Gwala District, guided by principles of transparency, accountability, and integrity to ensure our operations are ethical and effective.
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OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS

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    The Harry Gwala Development Agency is committed to fostering a supportive environment for our employees. Our mission is to attract dedicated and talented individuals who are passionate about driving economic growth and creating meaningful impact within our communities.

    We offer a range of opportunities across various sectors and welcome those who are committed to our vision of a 'District Reimagined'. We invite you to join our team.

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    Latest News

    THE Harry Gwala SMME Pitch Session

    HGDA attended the Harry Gwala SMME Pitch Session, hosted by SEDFA and EDTEA, where local SMMEs competed for a R50,000 budget. The funding was targeted for Youth, Women, and People with Disabilities. Four winners were selected: two youth, one woman, and one person with a disability. The HGDA remains committed to empowering local entrepreneurs and supporting such partnerships.
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