Matlosana Local Municipality

Geography, History & Economy

City of Matlosana Local Municipality is part of Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality.

MDB code: NW403

Description: The City of Matlosana Local Municipality (previously City Council of Klerksdorp) is a Category B municipality situated within the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District in the North West Province. It is bordered by the Ngaka Modiri Molema District in the north, the Free State Province in the south, JB Marks in the east, and Maquassi Hills in the west.
It is the smallest of the three municipalities that make up the district, accounting for a quarter of its geographical area.

Area: 3 602km²

Cities/Towns: Hartbeesfontein, Klerksdorp, Orkney, Stilfontein

Main Economic Sectors: Mining, agriculture, manufacturing, services, construction, transport