Mogale City Local Municipality

Mogale City Local Municipality is an administrative region centered on Krugersdorp with several rural settlements scattered across its territory. It is divided into districts that together form a single governing area serving hundreds of thousands of residents.

The municipality was established in 2000 as part of South Africa's major reorganization of local government after apartheid ended. This reshaping aimed to create more efficient and closer governance structures for local communities.

The area is shaped by people who speak different languages in their daily lives, creating a diverse community where Tswana, Afrikaans, and Zulu voices are heard. This variety influences how neighborhoods function and how residents interact with one another.

The area is divided into several administrative districts governed by elected representatives. Visitors can find various villages and neighborhoods that are accessible on foot or by car.

The northern section of the area contains a portion of a major archaeological world heritage site nestled between two mountain ranges. This zone holds importance for its paleontological discoveries.

Location: West Rand District Municipality

Inception: December 5, 2000

Capital city: Krugersdorp

Elevation above the sea: 1,585 m

Shares border with: Rustenburg Local Municipality, Local Municipality of Madibeng, City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Randfontein Local Municipality, Merafong City Local Municipality

Website: http://mogalecity.gov.za

GPS coordinates: -26.00000,27.66670

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25