Glenwood is a central suburb on the lower Berea within the greater eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality in Durban. The area is known for its abundance of academic institutions including; Howard Campus of the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, as well as the Nursing School, and the Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine, and is a stone’s throw away from the Durban University of Technology, making Glenwood a desirable living destination for all students from first-years to PhD candidates. There are excellent public and private hospitals here such as King Edward VIII Hospital, St. Augustine’s Hospital, and Entebeni Hospital. For some insight on the history of the suburb and South Africa, residents can visit the Phansi Museum that exhibits artefacts, crafts and arts. If residents of visitors want a lovely cup of coffee and a snack there are great restaurants in Glenwood including; the Corner Café, the Green Bean and the Parc Café. The community of Glenwood is close-knit, family-oriented and they emphasize safety and security.