Geography, History & Economy
Tswelopele Local Municipality is part of Lejweleputswa District Municipality.
MDB code: FS183
Description: The Tswelopele Local Municipality is a Category B municipality situated within the Lejweleputswa District in the central Free State Province about 100km north west of Bloemfontein.
It is bordered by the North West Province in the north, Masilonyana in the south, Nala and Matjhabeng in the east, and Tokologo in the west. It is one of the five municipalities that make up the district, accounting for almost a quarter of its geographical area.
Area: 6 524km²
Cities/Towns: Bultfontein, Hoopstad
Main Economic Sectors: Agriculture