OVERVIEW
Postal: PO Box 561, Hibberdene, 4220
Physical: Sipofu Road, Mathulini MPCC, Mthwalume, 4186
Tel: 039 972 0005
Fax: 039 972 0099
Web: www.umzumbe.gov.za
Area: 1 259km²
Description: Umzumbe Local Municipality is located along the coastal strip of the Indian Ocean between uMthwalume and Mfazazana. The seashore offers a wealth of opportunities for people interested in, among others, fishing, leisure, and water sports. Umzumbe Municipality is highly active in the areas of tourism, heritage and agricultural produce. The dramatic scenery of the municipality includes picturesque mountains, winding rivers and well-cultivated forests, offering sound ecotourism. Umzumbe Municipality boasts numerous development opportunities, available to people of Umzumbe and to outside investors. The municipality has placed tourism at the top of the agenda. There are currently two tourism sites that are open to the public, namely the Ntelezi Msani Memorial Project and Isivivane sikaShaka Tourism Site.
Main Economic Sectors: Agriculture and tourism