At least 35,000 people are expected to descend on the Greyville racecourse for the iconic Durban July on Saturday.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, eThekwini mayor Mxolisi Kaunda said the event would have “handsome” economic spin-offs for the city.At least 740 people would be employed as a result of this event.
“Even before government’s announcement, there had already been growing interest from visitors to come to Durban.”Sponsor Hollywood Bet’s commercial manager Sandisiwe Bhengu said: “For us this is a critical moment and we aim to make the sport of racing accessible to people of all races and all cultures across the country. We will bring excitement.”
Gold Circle’s events and marketing manager Stephen Marshall said: “We commend them for jumping at this opportunity even though the landscape hasn’t been certain.”
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