City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality

The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality is a metropolitan region in northern Gauteng that encompasses several urban areas and rural zones around Pretoria. It extends across hilly landscapes, residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and open spaces with farmland and nature reserves.

This administrative district was formed in December 2000 through the merger of thirteen former city councils to create a unified municipal structure. An expansion occurred in 2011 when the Metsweding District was incorporated, establishing its current reach.

The name of this administrative region comes from the Tswana language and refers to the historical King Mzilikazi, who bore the nickname Tshwane. Street signs and public buildings often show bilingual inscriptions in English and Afrikaans, while markets and community centers serve as meeting points.

Public services can be reached through municipal offices distributed across different neighborhoods and open during weekdays. Emergency numbers and citizen service lines help with urgent matters or infrastructure inquiries.

Within this administrative region lie three large universities, including the University of Pretoria and Tshwane University of Technology. These institutions draw students from across the country and abroad, bringing young people into daily life especially during term time.

Location: Gauteng

Inception: December 5, 2000

Capital city: Pretoria

Elevation above the sea: 1,319 m

Reference: TSH

Shares border with: Local Municipality of Madibeng, Moretele Local Municipality, Bela-Bela Local Municipality, Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality, Thembisile Hani Local Municipality, Emalahleni Local Municipality, Victor Khanye Local Municipality, City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Mogale City Local Municipality, West Rand District Municipality

Website: https://tshwane.gov.za

GPS coordinates: -25.66667,28.33333

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:12