RICHARDS BAY COMMUNITY HUB
The people, ideas and everyday efforts shaping Richards Bay and Empangeni.
FEATURED STORY · Meet the business
Living with lipedema herself, Sally Visser is building Meraki Eco Health & Lymph Spa around a mission to raise awareness, challenge stigma and help women feel heard.
Community stories
From Kwa-Machibisa to Ukhozi FM, Siphiwe Sibiya’s journey has been shaped by big dreams, persistence and a determination to excel. Ahead of her appearance at Velvet After Dark in Empangeni, she reflects on the opportunity that changed her career and why she knew it was finally her time.
Meet the business
For Sindy, a nail appointment is about more than the finished set. It is a chance to create, connect and give someone a space to relax, talk and leave feeling a little more confident.
Meet the business
For 21 years, Jeneesh Image & Beauty has grown around a simple philosophy: understand the person first. Its founder shares why beauty, skin health and wellness are ultimately about confidence, care and transformation.
Meet the business
From the control room to armed response, C.J. Schwan shares what happens behind the scenes when Elite Tactical responds to calls around Richards Bay — and why the work means more than simply protecting clients.
Community stories
From construction logistics to community markets, Vanessa uses her experience, time and personal resources to bring families together, support local vendors and help good causes in Empangeni.
Community stories
From community safety and service delivery to supporting local businesses, Jean Gerber believes Richards Bay has the people and potential to move forward — but stronger connection is needed
Local advice
Your shoulders, spine, hips, knees, ankles and feet do not work independently. Richards Bay chiropractor and Spine & Sport Practitioner Dr Neil Gomes explains why movement awareness is important when considering everyday function and musculoskeletal health.
