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Knysna MSMEs Balance Growth and Cost Pressures Amid Municipal Recovery
Micro, small, and medium enterprises in Knysna are navigating a complex economic landscape as the municipality…
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Semigration and Lifestyle Demand Fuel Knysna Real Estate Resilience
Knysna's real estate sector demonstrates sustained market resilience, with property activity continuing to dra…
Local News
Knysna Business Owners Push Back Against Proposed Commercial Tariffs
Knysna business owners are pushing back against municipal tariff hikes and zoning policies, warning of severe …
Local News
Knysna Faces Infrastructure Crisis, R10 Million Fine, and Development Halt Calls
Knysna's struggling infrastructure, including critical water systems and roads, is severely impacting local bu…
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Knysna Municipality Fined R10 Million for Environmental Crimes
Knysna Municipality has been penalised R10 million for environmental transgressions, exposing the severe strai…
Property News
Knysna Property Market Booms 37% Amidst Municipal Challenges
Knysna's property market is experiencing a significant boom, with average sales values increasing by 37% since…
Local News
Knysna Residents Demand Answers on Rapid Development Concerns
Knysna residents are increasingly vocal about the rapid pace of property developments, citing concerns over st…
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Knysna Unveils New Tourism Strategy to Diversify Visitor Appeal
Knysna is broadening its tourism appeal beyond traditional attractions, strategically targeting niche markets …
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Knysna Development Concerns Mount Over Infrastructure Strain
Knysna's rapid property development surge is intensifying concerns among local residents regarding the strain …
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Knysna Tourism Boom Creates Jobs, Raises Infrastructure Concerns
Knysna's tourism sector is experiencing significant growth, contributing substantially to the local economy an…
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Knysna Municipality Advances Major Lagoon and Waterfront Upgrades
Knysna Municipality is advancing plans for significant upgrades to key tourism infrastructure, including the W…
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Knysna Water Crisis Deepens: Level 4 Restrictions Threaten Tourism Season
Knysna is grappling with a severe and escalating water crisis, threatening both the daily lives of residents a…
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Knysna Businesses Unite to Prevent Looming Water Crisis
Knysna's business community is mobilising to prevent a 'Day Zero' water crisis, with fears already leading to …
Property
Knysna Property Market Booms Despite Service Delivery Challenges
Knysna's property market is experiencing a paradoxical boom, with surging sales and resilient prices, despite …
Local News
Knysna Digital Economy Surges, Creating Jobs and Upskilling Workforce
Knysna businesses are increasingly adopting digital strategies, driving economic growth, job creation, and wor…
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Knysna Businesses Grapple with Load Shedding Impact, Seek Solutions
Knysna's small and medium-sized enterprises are grappling with the severe economic consequences of persistent …
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Knysna Tourism Boom Creates New Jobs, Boosts Local Economy
Recent tourism activity in Knysna, Western Cape, is significantly boosting the local economy and creating new …
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Knysna Diversifies Tourism, Creates Jobs for Youth in Culinary & Cultural Sectors
Knysna is strategically developing niche tourism markets, including culinary and cultural heritage, to diversi…
Business
Knysna's Timber, Oyster, and Eco-Tourism Sectors Brace for EU Digital Product Passport and CBAM Compliance
Knysna's vital timber, oyster farming, and eco-tourism industries are facing significant new compliance challe…
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Knysna Local Businesses Thrive Amidst Economic Challenges
A recent survey by the Knysna Chamber of Commerce reveals that local Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)…
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Knysna Tourism Boom: Infrastructure Upgrades Create 225 Jobs
Knysna's tourism sector is undergoing significant infrastructure development, directly contributing to local j…
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Knysna Tourism Economy Surges, Boosting Local Businesses and Jobs
Knysna's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are experiencing a significant uplift, driven by a post-pandemic …
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Knysna Rental Crisis: Soaring Prices, Low Stock Squeeze Out Residents
Knysna's residential rental market is facing a severe crisis, with low inventory and soaring prices making it …
Local News
Knysna Pivots to Adventure, Culture, and Eco-Tourism for Growth
Knysna is strategically pivoting towards niche tourism markets like adventure sports, cultural heritage, and e…
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Knysna Property Ownership Shift: Non-Residents Impact Housing, Economy
A new analysis reveals a significant increase in non-resident property ownership in Knysna over the past decad…
Property
Knysna Property Market Sees Mid-Range Homes Soar, Luxury Cools
Knysna's property market is undergoing a significant transformation, with a surge in demand for mid-range fami…
Local News
Knysna Development Boom Sparks Environmental, Affordability Concerns
Knysna's rapid property development is sparking debate among residents and environmental groups over its long-…
Local News
Knysna Development Boom: Balancing Growth with Sustainability
Knysna's property market is experiencing a significant boom in 2026, bringing economic growth but also intensi…
Tourism
Knysna Oyster Festival Gears Up for Record-Breaking Attendance
The annual Knysna Oyster Festival is set to welcome an unprecedented number of visitors this year, with accomm…
Local News
Knysna Tech Hub Launching Late 2024, Promises Economic Transformation
The Knysna Tech Hub, set to open in late 2024, aims to transform the local economy by fostering innovation, cr…
Tourism
Knysna Lagoon Conservation Efforts See Positive Results
Dedicated conservation efforts aimed at protecting the pristine Knysna Lagoon are beginning to show positive r…
Sport
Knysna Rugby Club Secures Major Sponsorship Ahead of New Season
Knysna Rugby Club has announced a significant new sponsorship deal, providing a much-needed boost as they prep…
Business
Local Artisans Thrive in Knysna's Creative Hub, Expanding Market Reach
Knysna's vibrant community of local artisans is experiencing a period of growth, with many expanding their mar…
Environment
Efforts Intensify to Protect Knysna Seahorse Habitat in Estuary
Conservationists and local authorities are stepping up efforts to safeguard the critical habitat of the endang…
Community
Knysna's Annual Oyster Festival Announces Dates and New Events
The much-anticipated Knysna Oyster Festival has announced its dates for the upcoming year, promising an exciti…
Local News
Knysna Development Plans Spark Community Debate on Growth and Sustainability
Knysna Municipality is reviewing several major property development proposals, prompting a town-wide discussio…
Property
Property Market in Knysna Shows Resilience Amidst National Trends
Despite national economic pressures, Knysna's property market continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, …
Business
Local Craft Breweries See Surge in Popularity, Boosting Tourism
Knysna's burgeoning craft beer scene is attracting a growing number of visitors, with local breweries reportin…
Property
Prime Waterfront Properties in Knysna See Continued Price Growth
Knysna's sought-after waterfront properties are maintaining their upward trajectory in value, driven by high d…
Business
Knysna Municipality Launches Initiative to Revitalise Central Business District
The Knysna Municipality has unveiled an ambitious plan to revitalise its Central Business District (CBD), aimi…
Business
Local Artisans Thrive with Renewed Tourist Interest in Knysna
Knysna's vibrant community of local artisans and craftspeople are experiencing a resurgence in sales, buoyed b…
Business
New Boutique Hotel Opening Boosts Knysna's Accommodation Offerings
A new luxury boutique hotel, 'The Estuary Retreat', is set to open its doors in Knysna, adding a sophisticated…
Tourism
Knysna Oyster Festival Boosts Local Economy, Record Attendance Expected
The upcoming Knysna Oyster Festival is set to significantly boost the local economy, with organisers anticipat…
Local Government
Knysna Municipality Launches New Public Participation Portal
The Knysna Municipality has unveiled a new online portal aimed at enhancing public participation in local gove…
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Knysna Diversifies Economy: New Industries Drive Job Growth Beyond Tourism
Knysna is strategically moving beyond its traditional tourism focus, with new industries emerging to build a m…