Oudtshoorn Local Municipality (WC045)
Physical Address
69 Cnr CJ Langenhoven Street & Voortrekker Road, Oudtshoorn
Postal: PO Box 255, Oudtshoorn, 6620
Contact Details
Phone: 044 203 3000
Accounts: 044 203 3069
betty@oudtmun.gov.za
Website: Visit Website
Facebook: Facebook Page
Electricity: 044 203 3159
betty@oudtmun.gov.za
Refuse & Waste: 044 203 3900
lekay@oudtmun.gov.za
Roads: 044 203 3165
mornarche@oudtmun.gov.za
Service Delivery: 044 203 3954/3904
justin@oudtmun.gov.za
Water: 044 203 3096
edwina@oudtmun.gov.za
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 Oudtshoorn Local Municipality (WC045)
Description: The Oudtshoorn Local Municipality is a Category B municipality located within the Garden Route District in the Western Cape Province. It is one of the seven municipalities in the district. The Greater Oudtshoorn area is nestled at the foot of the Swartberg Mountains in the heart of the Little Karoo region in the Western Cape. It is defined as a semi-desert area with a unique and sensitive natural environment. It was once the indigenous home of the Khoisan people, and so there are many rock paintings to be found. The municipality’s development potential recognises the impact of being home to the world’s largest ostrich population, which is a key component of their agricultural industry. The discovery of the Cango Caves and continual allure of unique natural heritage has drawn people to this region. Oudtshoorn serves as a regional centre for the surrounding agricultural area. The natural environment of the area creates a natural hospitality towards the tourism industry, and a related boom in accommodation. Oudtshoorn is a centre of regional cultural, sport and art activities, and has, since 1994, been host to the nationally famous Klein Karoo Nasionale Kuntefees (KKNK), an arts festival held in March/April every year. A total of 411 temporary job opportunities were created directly by the ABSA KKNK, of which 76% were filled by black employees. The total economic impact of the ABSA KKNK is estimated at about R110 million, which makes the festival a major contributor to the economy in Oudtshoorn. A joint strategy was developed through the Greater Oudtshoorn Vision 2030 process to ensure both the broader benefaction of local communities and the sustainability of the festival. Oudtshoorn’s relatively higher ‘development potential’ is directly linked to its geographic location on main transport routes, natural resource base, human resources, institutional centre function, and commercial services. Recent studies of Oudtshoorn growth potential identified it as one of 14 important ‘leader towns’ in the Western Cape province.ℹ️ Important Notice
This page provides informational guidance only for Oudtshoorn Local Municipality (WC045). For official confirmation of municipal services, leadership, and contact details, always verify through the municipality’s official website: www.oudtshoorn.gov.za. Additional verified information is available at www.gov.za.
Cities and Towns
Cities/Towns: De Rust, Dysselsdorp, OudtshoornCities and Towns Served by Oudtshoorn Local Municipality (WC045) Municipality
De Rust Municipality Dysselsdorp Municipality Oudtshoorn 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 Johan Allers (VF+)
Deputy Mayor: Mr Tyatya (ANC)
Speaker: Ms S Jansen (PA)
Chief Whip: Mr J Duvenhage
Municipal Manager: Mr M Yekani
Chief Financial Officer: Mr GP de Jager
Other Council: ANC, Advieskantoor, FF+, PA Coalition
Senior Management:
Communications Officers: Mrs A Mle (Media and Communications)
Demographic Information
| 2022 | 2016 | 2011 | |
| Population | 138 257 | 97 509 | 95 933 |
| Age Structure | |||
| Population under 15 | 25.2% | 27.7% | 28.7% |
| Population 15 to 64 | 66.9% | 65.1% | 64.2% |
| Population over 65 | 8.0% | 7.2% | 7.2% |
| Dependency Ratio | |||
| Per 100 (15-64) | 49.6 | 53.7 | 55.8 |
| Sex Ratio | |||
| Males per 100 females | 91.3 | 92.3 | 91.8 |
| Population Growth | |||
| Per annum | 3.55% | 0.37% | n/a |
| Labour Market | |||
| Unemployment rate (official) | n/a | n/a | 25.3% |
| Youth unemployment rate (official) 15-34 | n/a | n/a | 35.9% |
| Education (aged 20 +) | |||
| No schooling | 2.4% | 2.3% | 4.5% |
| Matric | n/a | 34.2% | 25.1% |
| Higher education | 9.7% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Household Dynamics | |||
| Households | 31 795 | 23 362 | 21 910 |
| Average household size | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Female headed households | n/a | 38.8% | 36.2% |
| Formal dwellings | 89.5% | 91.2% | 88.5% |
| Housing owned | n/a | 66.4% | 61.7% |
| Household Services | |||
| Flush toilet connected to sewerage | 88.5% | 88.1% | 80.4% |
| Weekly refuse removal | 86.0% | 87.4% | 78.0% |
| Piped water inside dwelling | 85.1% | 83.8% | 74.5% |
| Electricity for lighting | 92.3% | 90.2% | 85.2% |
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 | 18 764 | 16 363 | 16 246 | 16 230 | 17 067 |
| Number of domestic households/delivery points | 18 002 | 15 601 | 15 484 | 15 468 | 16 305 |
| Inside the yard | 15 842 | 15 232 | 15 115 | 15 099 | 15 936 |
| Less than 200m from yard | 2 160 | 369 | 369 | 369 | 369 |
| More than 200m from yard | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 7 040 | 7 615 | 7 573 | 7 276 | 6 841 |
Electricity |
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| Does the municipality provide? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of households and non-domestic customers to which provided | 17 416 | 17 416 | 17 313 | 17 197 | 17 933 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 7 193 | 7 534 | 7 520 | 6 962 | 6 450 |
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 | 18 231 | 17 307 | 16 332 | 16 328 | 18 833 |
| Number of households using: | |||||
| Flush toilet – public sewerage | 15 337 | 15 154 | 15 032 | 15 028 | 15 257 |
| Flush toilet – septic tank | 2 160 | 601 | 601 | 601 | 2 877 |
| Ventilated pit latrine | 35 | 276 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bucket system | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 577 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 6 819 | 7 399 | 7 391 | 7 129 | 6 692 |
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 | 15 166 | 14 687 | 14 582 | 14 567 | 17 933 |
| Domestic households with access to free basic service | 6 819 | 7 398 | 7 394 | 7 140 | 6 697 |
Water
044 203 3096edwina@oudtmun.gov.za
Electricity
044 203 3159betty@oudtmun.gov.za
Refuse and Waste
044 203 3900lekay@oudtmun.gov.za
Roads
044 203 3165mornarche@oudtmun.gov.za
Service Delivery
044 203 3954/3904justin@oudtmun.gov.za
Municipality Map
