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Excitement is building in northern KZN as Prince Buthelezi Mall prepares to open its doors at the end of April 2026. Found at the busy intersection of the R102 and R34 in Empangeni, this brand-new retail destination is set to bring serious convenience to residents and visitors of Zululand.
Prince Buthelezi Mall by the numbers
- 4 years of planning
- 15 months of development
- 140+ retail stores
- 36 322m² of retail space
What to expect
This fully air-conditioned, multi-million rand centre includes ample parking, road upgrades and even a dedicated on-site taxi rank to make getting there easy. Inside, shoppers can expect supermarkets, fashion retailers, restaurants and speciality stores.
Add communal seating spaces, greenery, free Wi-Fi, a children’s play area and a big-screen entertainment zone, and this mall turns into a lifestyle hub.
Joining KZN’s big retail league
Prince Buthelezi Mall now joins the ranks of some of the province’s biggest retail malls:
- Gateway Theatre of Shopping - Durban’s mega retail playground, famous for its size and entertainment offering
- The Pavilion Shopping Centre - a long-standing favourite in Westville
- Ballito Junction Regional Mall - serving the fast-growing KZN North Coast
- Liberty Midlands Mall – shopping convenience for the KZN Midlands
- Galleria Mall – retail therapy for Amanzimtoti and the KZN South Coast
The perfect pitstop for Zululand explorers
Visiting the region? Prince Buthelezi Mall makes an ideal stop before or after exploring nearby reserves including:
- Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park
- Manyoni Private Game Reserve
- uMkhuze Game Reserve
- Umlalazi Coastal Reserve
- Babanango Game Reserve
- Bonamanzi Game Reserve
- Dlinza Forest
Whether you’re stocking up for a safari, grabbing a bite en route to the coast, or simply enjoying a relaxed shopping day, this new mall adds convenience and comfort to any Zululand itinerary.
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