Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal

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Nkandla is a town in the Zululand area of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

The Nkandla region encompasses nearly 160,000 inhabitants, spread relatively sparsely over a large area. Poverty is prevalent, with over 90% unemployment. It has the highest rate of HIV infections with statistics stating 1 in 4, but it is more close to 1 in 3.[citation needed] There are also many orphans due to the AIDS epidemic killing many middle aged people who serve as parents.

A documentary "Orphans of Nkandla" by the BBC and Truevision recounted the hardships of orphans in the municipality.

Coordinates: 28°37′S 31°05′E

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