Durban
The Largest Desi Population Outside Asia. Durban, It's Your Turn.
Durban's Indian population exceeds 800,000, making KwaZulu-Natal home to the largest concentration of people of Indian descent outside of Asia.
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Durban is home to the largest Indian population in Africa and one of the largest outside of India. The community arrived as indentured labourers in the sugar cane fields of KwaZulu-Natal in the 1860s and built something remarkable. Chatsworth, Phoenix, and Tongaat are the major Indian areas. The Grey Street Mosque and the Temple of Understanding are landmarks. Bunny chow was invented here. This isn't diaspora lite. This is a fully formed, distinct Indian culture.
The format from New York: real dates happen on stage, the audience votes, and a mixer caps the night. Durban invented bunny chow, built the Temple of Understanding, and created an Indian culture so distinct it stands on its own. This show matches that energy.
UKZN, DUT, and the business community feed a young professional population that's well educated and culturally connected. But the dating scene relies heavily on family networks, community events, and the assumption that someone's auntie will sort it out. For people who want agency over their love life, this show is a breath of fresh air.
Durban's Indian community has its own slang, its own food culture (bunny chow, samoosa, koeksister), and its own rhythm. A dating show here wouldn't just be fun, it'd be a celebration of a community that doesn't always get the spotlight it deserves.
Waitlist is open. Durban might be the most emotionally impactful show we ever do. or apply to be a contestant.
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Questions About Durban Shows
When is Garam Masala Dating coming to Durban?
Durban is a top priority on our Africa tour. to get notified as soon as we confirm dates.
Would the show reflect Durban's specific Indian South African culture?
Absolutely. Durban's Indian identity is distinct, from the language to the food to the humour. The show adapts to every city, and Durban's version would celebrate what makes this community unique.
Can I apply to be a contestant on stage?
Yes. Use the apply link on this page to submit your application. Durban is a top priority on our Africa tour and we are specifically looking for contestants from Chatsworth, Phoenix, and Tongaat who can carry the full weight of what it means to be Indian South African on stage in front of their own community.
Also coming to: Johannesburg , Cape Town , Nairobi , Mauritius , Dar es Salaam