The R4.3 billion Oceans Umhlanga mixed-use development is officially launching its North Oceans Umhlanga Residential Tower today, Friday the 25^th of July 2025.

“This is not just a property launch; it’s a celebration of how far Durban has come, and a reflection of the developers’ (Vivian Reddy and Rob Alexander) tenacity and unwavering perseverance,” says Brian Mpono, CEO of Oceans Umhlanga Development.

“The Oceans Umhlanga development has brought global attention to the potential of this province. We’re proud to now open the doors to a residential offering that reflects both international luxury standards and local ownership in a way South Africa has never seen before.”

The mixed-use development includes the internationally award-winning Oceans Mall and five-star Radisson Blu Durban Umhlanga Hotel with the R1.4 billion North Tower set to introduce over 258 high-end luxury apartments, ranging from studios to four-bedroom units, including penthouses, and all designed with ocean-facing views.

The building also includes resort-style pools, concierge services, yoga zones, children’s play areas, ducted air-conditioning, inverter readiness, and direct connectivity to Oceans Mall and the beachfront promenade.

The project is a powerful vision of transformation with approximately 50% of the North Tower workforce young, black South Africans – and noticeable representation of young black women. Equally significant is the commercial makeup of the Oceans Umhlanga development with half of the mall’s retail space black-owned and 12 out of its 14 restaurants operated by black entrepreneurs.

To date, the precinct has created over 25,000 jobs during construction, with many of those roles filled by individuals from surrounding communities including Inanda, Ntuzuma, KwaMashu, and Blackburn—within a 5 to 10 km radius of uMhlanga.

“We are witnessing lives change in real time,” continues Mpono. “Young people are securing jobs in flagship luxury boutiques. Women are running thriving restaurants. Fathers who once struggled to find stable employment are now part of reliable teams in logistics and security. These are not just numbers on a spreadsheet—they represent families with renewed hope, dignity, and a real opportunity to participate in the economy.”

“The completion of the Oceans Umhlanga Residential Towers is a vote of confidence from the developers—confidence in Durban, in our people, and in the kind of future we can build when world-class investment meets authentic transformation,” he concludes, alluding to the announcement of a R1.3 billion leisure investment in the upcoming South Tower.