It’s all systems go for the annual Dundee July.
The race, which originated in has since established itself as a significant must-attend event on the horse racing calendar!
The annual glitz and glamour event which is bound to attract tens of thousands of spectators from all over KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Free State, Mpumalanga and Southern African Development Community (SADC) member countries, Botswana and Lesotho, will take place on Saturday 20 July 2024.
Previous Dundee July events contributed more than R15m to the local economy and created over 3000 temporary jobs.
Umzinyathi Mayor Ngubane previews the event:
Mntomuhle Khawula, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Sport, Arts, And Culture said: “The Dundee July is not only about horses, but it also stimulates the local economy.
“Millions are injected into the economy of the district. Moreover, events such as Dundee July fit into the government’s plan to develop and revitalise rural towns.”
Khawula also said the event, preceded by a cultural parade, has also assisted in unearthing young fashion designers who would not have had the opportunity.
“It has also developed traditional horseracing into a competitive sport, bringing much-needed income to horse owners and jockeys,” he said.
The Dundee July kicks off officially this afternoon with a street parade from the Municipality to Sibongile with the big race day tomorrow.
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