Ugu District Municipality

Ugu District Municipality is an administrative area in KwaZulu-Natal along the South African coast, extending across several coastal towns and surrounding regions. The territory contains a mix of developed urban centers and extensive rural areas with traditional settlement patterns.

The area was established as a new administrative district in 2000 to improve local governance in KwaZulu-Natal province. The structure builds upon traditional authority systems that had been operating in the region for many decades.

The area is predominantly Zulu-speaking, and traditional customs shape the daily life and rhythms of communities throughout the region. You'll notice these cultural roots reflected in local practices and social patterns.

Port Shepstone serves as the administrative center and main point of reference for visitors seeking information. The region is accessible via coastal roads and offers accommodation and dining options across the coastal towns.

The territory maintains 42 traditional authorities that operate alongside modern administrative structures. This dual system shows how historical governance remains integrated into contemporary administration.

Location: KwaZulu-Natal

Inception: December 5, 2000

Capital city: Port Shepstone

Elevation above the sea: 486 m

GPS coordinates: -30.75000,30.43333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43