Sekhukhune District Municipality

Sekhukhune District Municipality is an administrative region in northeastern Limpopo encompassing four local municipalities and towns such as Burgersfort, Steelpoort, and Groblersdal. The area spans hilly terrain interspersed with mining zones and dispersed settlement patterns.

The region was established as an independent administrative unit on December 5, 2000, and named after King Sekhukhune, who led the Pedi community around 1860. This founding reflects South Africa's restructuring of local government.

Sepedi language and Pedi traditions shape daily life throughout the region, evident in how residents interact and maintain their customs. You will notice this cultural identity woven into the fabric of local communities and their social practices.

The region operates through a council system providing essential services across dispersed communities and towns. Visitors should anticipate varying road conditions and prepare for distances between settlements.

The region sits at roughly 1,350 meters in elevation and contains substantial mineral deposits shaping mining activities. These natural resources have significantly influenced economic development and land use patterns.

Location: Limpopo

Inception: December 5, 2000

Capital city: Groblersdal

Elevation above the sea: 1,351 m

Website: http://sekhukhune.gov.za

GPS coordinates: -24.83333,29.83333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44