Moretele Local Municipality (NW371)
Physical Address
4065 B, Mathibestad, Makapanstad
Postal: Private Bag X367, Makapanstad, 0404
Contact Details
Phone: 012 716 1300/1400
Accounts: n/a
Website: Visit Website
Facebook: Facebook Page
Electricity: n/a
Refuse & Waste: n/a
Roads: n/a
Service Delivery: n/a
Water: n/a
Operating Hours
| WORKING HOURS | |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 – 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 – 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 – 16:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 – 16:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 – 15:15 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
* Closed on Public Holidays
About Moretele Local Municipality (NW371)
Description: The Moretele Local Municipality is situated within the Bojanala Platinum District in the North West Province. The municipality is located in an area called Moretele, which is situated far north of Pretoria. It is located strategically to join four provinces, namely North West, Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Limpopo. It is the smallest of the five municipalities that make up the district, accounting for 8% of its geographical area. The municipality comprises 24 wards, which are made up of 66 villages and plots. Most of the villages are ruled by four traditional leaders (Dikgosi), who are recognised by law and represent their respective tribes/communities in council. Moretele is the Setswana name for a river that runs through the area, namely ‘Noka ya Moretele’ (the Moretele River). Main Economic Sectors: Mining, manufacturing, agriculture, tourismℹ️ Important Notice
This page provides informational guidance only for Moretele Local Municipality (NW371). For official confirmation of municipal services, leadership, and contact details, always verify through the municipality’s official website: moretele.gov.za. Additional verified information is available at www.gov.za.
Cities and Towns
Cities and Towns Served by Moretele Local Municipality (NW371) Municipality
This municipality provides services and support to the areas listed above. For official municipal information, visit the official municipality website.
Municipal Leadership
Mayor: Mr George Manyike (ANC)
Deputy Mayor:
Speaker: Freda Mapela (ANC)
Chief Whip: NK Mleta
Municipal Manager: Mr HS Moreriane (Acting)
Chief Financial Officer: Ms Boitumelo Sathekge
Other Council: ANC
Senior Management:
Communications Officers: Mr Mothupi Malebye
Demographic Information
| 2022 | 2016 | 2011 | |
| Population | 219 120 | 191 306 | 188 533 |
| Age Structure | |||
| Population under 15 | 28.7% | 35.6% | 30.9% |
| Population 15 to 64 | 62.8% | 56.6% | 60.9% |
| Population over 65 | 8.5% | 7.8% | 8.2% |
| Dependency Ratio | |||
| Per 100 (15-64) | 59.3 | 76.7 | 64.3 |
| Sex Ratio | |||
| Males per 100 females | 97.8 | 95.1 | 95.4 |
| Population Growth | |||
| Per annum | 1.46% | 0.33% | n/a |
| Labour Market | |||
| Unemployment rate (official) | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Youth unemployment rate (official) 15-34 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education (aged 20 +) | |||
| No schooling | 6.9% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
| Matric | n/a | 29.6% | 27.1% |
| Higher education | 4.4% | 4.8% | 4.4% |
| Household Dynamics | |||
| Households | 60 058 | 55 762 | 52 744 |
| Average household size | 3.6 | 3.4 | 3.6 |
| Female headed households | n/a | 43.4% | 43.4% |
| Formal dwellings | 91.6% | 87.1% | 84.6% |
| Housing owned | n/a | 88.3% | 73.3% |
| Household Services | |||
| Flush toilet connected to sewerage | 18.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% |
| Weekly refuse removal | 33.8% | 69.7% | 1.0% |
| Piped water inside dwelling | 21.1% | 1.5% | 8.6% |
| Electricity for lighting | 97.6% | 97.0% | 92.2% |
Financial Information
Municipal Services
| 2022/23 | 2021/22 | 2020/21 | 2019/20 | 2018/19 | |
| Water | |||||
| Does the municipality provide? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of households and non-domestic customers to which provided | 62 834 | 58 371 | 58 371 | 58 371 | 58 371 |
| Number of domestic households/delivery points | 62 293 | 58 371 | 58 371 | 58 371 | 58 371 |
| Inside the yard | 33 093 | 31 180 | 31 180 | 31 180 | 31 180 |
| Less than 200m from yard | 18 782 | 17 457 | 17 457 | 17 457 | 17 457 |
| More than 200m from yard | 10 418 | 9 734 | 9 734 | 9 734 | 9 734 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 11 118 | 11 117 | 28 004 | 28 004 | 4 806 |
Electricity |
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| Does the municipality provide? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of households and non-domestic customers to which provided | 51 965 | 51 965 | 51 203 | 51 203 | 49 464 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 9 230 | 22 171 | 14 860 | 14 860 | 4 806 |
Sewerage and Sanitation |
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| Does the municipality provide? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of households and non-domestic customers to which provided | 56 188 | 55 194 | 55 194 | 55 194 | 55 194 |
| Number of households using: | |||||
| Flush toilet – public sewerage | 2 758 | 2 666 | 2 666 | 2 666 | 2 666 |
| Flush toilet – septic tank | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ventilated pit latrine | 52 889 | 51 987 | 51 987 | 51 987 | 51 987 |
| Bucket system | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Solid Waste Services |
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| Does the municipality provide? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of households and non-domestic customers to which provided | 52 063 | 52 063 | 52 063 | 52 063 | 52 063 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 11 118 | 11 117 | 28 004 | 28 004 | 4 806 |
Water
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n/aRoads
n/aService Delivery
n/aMunicipality Map
