Geography, History & Economy
Moses Kotane Local Municipality is part of Bojanala Platinum District Municipality.
MDB code: NW375
Description: The Moses Kotane Local Municipality is a Category B municipality located within the Bojanala District in the North West Province. It is the largest of the five municipalities that make up the district, accounting for a third of its geographical area. It was established after redemarcation of municipal boundaries and subsequent municipal elections in 2000.
The municipality has a predominantly black african population, with fewer indian, coloured and white groups, mostly residing in Sun City residence and Mogwase Unit 2. The type of economy is owed to its location within the major tourism and mining belt of the North West Province, Pilanesberg and Sun City.
Area: 5 726km²
Cities/Towns: Madikwe
Main Economic Sectors: Tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, mining