Umzinto

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Umzinto
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Coordinates: 30°19′S 30°40′E / 30.317°S 30.667°E / -30.317; 30.667
Country	South Africa
Province	KwaZulu-Natal
District	Ugu
Municipality	Umdoni
Government
• Councillor	Ravinand Maharaj (ANC)
Area [1]
• Total	42.49 km2 (16.41 sq mi)
Population  (2011)[1]
• Total	16,205
• Density	380/km2 (990/sq mi)
Racial makeup (2022) [1]
• Black African	21%
• Coloured	18.7%
• Indian/Asian	59.8%
• White	0.4%
• Other	0.1%
First languages (2022) [1]
• English	81.4%
• Zulu	18.59%
• Xhosa	0.007%
• Other	0.003%
Time zone	UTC+2 (SAST)
PO box	4200
Area code	039
Website	https://ugu.gov.za/

eMuziwezinto, previously and still commonly known as Umzinto, is a town located approximately 40 kilometres (23 miles) south-west of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. It was a sugarcane growing town, that was set up as the centre for a sugar mill.

Before December 1st, 2023, vehicle registration plates in Umzinto began with "NX", where the "N" represented Natal. The exact meaning of the "X" remains unclear, as this vehicle registration code also covered areas such as Park Rynie, Scottburgh & Umkomaas. The plates have now been updated to the provincial code "ZN", which stands for KwaZulu-Natal. ^[2]

Umzinto has evolved into a vibrant, multicultural community, once predominantly Indian, now further enriched by a diverse mix of cultures and ethnicities, including a growing number of Black and Coloured residents.

Umzinto is a vocal community that passionately advocates for freedom of speech and stands united against racism and injustice. They are committed to the universal values of equality, respect, and human dignity, making Umzinto one of the most peaceful and open-minded communities in the KwaZulu-Natal region.