Port Shepstone Twinning Association

Based in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

We are a registered non-profit organisation that has been engaged in international collaboration and exchanges for over three decades. Our activities include heritage programmes to support learning and social cohesion, children’s upliftment programmes, community development initiatives, and research on local sites and stories..

We embrace the African Philosophy of Ubuntu which translates to a value system based on sharing and collective work.

Why we stand by our our four pillars

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Our Organisational Pillars for Continued Sustainability

Community development process

Time Travel and Applied Heritage programmes

Promoting social cohesion

Partnerships and collaborations

About Us

Our History

Before South Africa’s democracy, Port Shepstone faced significant political and social unrest, which drew international concern. This led to visits from Swedish delegations, sparking a partnership that led to the founding of the Port Shepstone Twinning Association in 1994, promoting long-term collaboration.

Roots in Struggle and Solidarity

The political violence in Port Shepstone prior to 1994 caught the attention of international observers, including Sweden, fostering a sense of solidarity and support.

Swedish Engagement Begins

A 1993 Swedish delegation initiated dialogue with South African political and civil society leaders, laying groundwork for deeper cooperation.

Formation of the Twinning Association

In 1994, a delegation from Oskarshamn led to the creation of the Port Shepstone Twinning Association, formally established with its own constitution to promote sustained partnership.

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What we do

Our Services

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Time Travel and
Applied Heritage

The Time Travel Method is an innovative educational approach that uses local heritage as a tool for learning, social cohesion, community building and tourism

Put A smile on
Childrens Faces

The Association, through its “Put a Smile on Children’s Faces” programme, has supported children in primary schools, early childhood development centres

Community Development

We are engaged in community development programmes and support during community crises.

Membership subscription is yearly
from 1April to 30 March

Our Stories

Our Blog

Stories, updates, and insights from our journey in impact.
We share reflections from the field, updates on our work, and practical resources for changemakers, volunteers, and supporters alike.

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This group is leaving 4 Sweden….27 Sep

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Marburg Primary School
Rosey Mudaly and Glad Naidoo

Olwandle High

September 15, 2025

Book launch Invitation

Umlando Wethu..Our History
Sites and Stories through Time Travel and Applied Heritage….at Port Shepstone Civic Centre, Saturday, 20th September 2025

September 15, 2025

International Partnerships — Programme & Projects Through the Years

Twelve years of exchanges with Sweden laid the groundwork for a living partnership that’s still shaping schools, youth leadership, and community development in Port Shepstone.

August 29, 2025