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Modimolle Local Municipality (LIM365)

Modimolle Local Municipality was disestablished and merged with Mookgophong Local Municipality to establish Modimolle-Mookgophong Local Municipality on 3 August 2016. All information displayed here is historical information relating to the municipality before being disestablished.

Geography, History & Economy

Modimolle Local Municipality is part of Waterberg District Municipality.

MDB code: LIM365

Description: Modimolle Local Municipality occupies a strategic position from the main markets of the country by being at the south entrance of the province. It enjoys easy access from the main national arteries, the N1 and R101. The visibility of Modimolle Mountain from the N1 north is inviting to curious tourists visiting the area.
The municipality is home to Nylsvlei Nature Reserve, which has Ramsar status. Mabatlane is the economic hub of the world-renowned Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. The municipal area has mild winters and warm summers, with an average annual rainfall of 520mm to 650mm.
The municipality does not have any multicultural event to attract tourists. Modimolle enjoys mostly tourists who visit for holidays rather than day tours. The area forms part of the leisure cluster in the Mabatlane area and Modimolle (previously Nylstroom) Town, with a special interest group in the north at the Nylsvlei.

Area: 4 678km²

Cities/Towns: Modimolle, Vaalwater

Main Economic Sectors: Transport and communication (23.3%), finance and business services (21.3%), government services (18.6%), trade (13.5%), community services (6.5%), agriculture (6.5%), manufacturing (4.5%), construction (3.6%)

The information in this directory is compiled from various sources and is subject to continual change. If you notice any errors or omissions, contact us so that we may correct them.
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