What is the history of Umlazi?

Legend has it that Umlazi comes from “umlaza”, the Zulu word for the sour acid produced from fermented or sour milk. It is believed that when King Shaka was passing through the area, he refused to drink from a local river claiming it had the taste of “umlaza”. The area was called Umlazi after this incident.

How was Umlazi founded?

The history of Umlazi (or Mlazi) dates back to 1845 when British settlers forcibly occupied what was then Natal (now KwaZulu Natal ) and created a number of ‘Native locations’ for the Zulus in the Natal region.

What is Umlazi famous for?

It is the only township in the country that has its own registration plate, which is NUZ. With its multipurpose sporting facility, the King Zwelithini Stadium which was revamped for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Umlazi has produced some of the well-known sports personalities like the late Senzo Meyiwa and others.

Why was Umlazi built?

The Umlazi Reserve was established in 1862 by the Church of England to provide for a progressive rural life for “natives” in pursuit of pastoral and agricultural occupation. It was proclaimed a township in 1962 to house residents of Cato Manor who were moved under the slums law.

What is the history of Durban?

Durban was founded in 1835 on the site of Port Natal and was named for Sir Benjamin D’Urban, the governor of the Cape Colony. In the late 1830s and early ’40s the Boers clashed with the British over control of Durban. It became a borough (town) in 1854 and was created a city in 1935.

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