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Singles in Port Edward

Members from Port Edward and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.

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Port Edward at a glance

  • Port Edward has a population of about 6,900.
  • It lies in KwaZulu-Natal.
  • Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa, is about 580 km away.
  • The nearest bigger city is Port Shepstone, about 41 km away.
  • Close by: Margate (25 km), Ga-Malakhe (29 km) and Bizana (42 km).

Where to meet in Port Edward

In a small place like Port Edward, many people date someone from a nearby town too. Meeting halfway — in Port Shepstone, for example — keeps it easy for both of you.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Dating in Port Edward: questions and answers

How far around Port Edward can I search?

Within 50 km of Port Edward there are 5 towns and cities — Port Shepstone, Margate and Ga-Malakhe among them — with more than 120,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Port Edward free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Port Edward and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Port Edward real?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Port Edward?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in South Africa or abroad.

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