Sibhekiwe & Jorge
It’s autumn on the stunning South Coast of KZN, and we find ourselves hosting our third wedding of March. Today, it is Sibhekiwe and Jorge who celebrate not only their union, but also their shared African heritage—Jorge from Angola and Sibhekiwe from South Africa.

The Laughing Forest Beach Wedding Venue is looking absolutely beautiful. The weather has played its part perfectly, and the ocean hums a gentle song as small waves roll softly onto the white sandy beach.

In Elysium, our functions remain wonderfully private—both within the resort and along the beach—thanks to this peaceful, mostly residential area with very few full-time residents.

The Laughing Forest team proudly provided most of the services for today’s celebration. Debbie carefully curated the flowers, décor, and overall wedding-day preparation, while Menzi and his team delivered a memorable culinary experience.

Our sound systems—at the ceremony area, social spaces, and reception hall—were all supplied in-house, ensuring seamless quality throughout the day.

At The Laughing Forest, our focus has always been on authentic, grounded service. Every staff member is committed to delivering a truly exceptional experience.

Our full-package offerings represent outstanding value for money. From beautifully crafted floral arrangements to modern, high-quality sound systems, and décor that is both functional and precisely tailored to each bride’s vision—we take pride in doing it all, and doing it well.

The bar, run by Bloemdozi—with his signature smile and dry humour—offers a wide variety of options, including an excellent selection of red wines, all at very competitive prices.

Photography and videography for today’s celebration were captured by Lerato Thooe and Videography by Andiswa Feks.  

The staff and management would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Sibhekiwe and Jorge for choosing The Laughing Forest.

We wish this beautiful bride and her handsome groom a truly African dream life—filled with joy, love, and laughter.