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Durban July set to inject R690-million into eThekwini’s economy [SOUND]

# The eThekwini Municipality says Africa’s greatest horse racing and fashion event, the Durban July, will this year inject around 690-million-rand into the metro’s economy. The event at the Greyville Racecourse next weekend will feature a star-studded lineup including multi-award-winning Afro-pop duo Mafikizolo, the band Sunset Sweatshop, and songstress Lira. The metro’s spokesperson, Gugu Sisilana, says sectors including fashion and textiles, transportation, restaurants, hair and beauty, and businesses selling fast food, will benefit from this event:

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