Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality (NW397)
Geography, History & Economy
Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality is part of Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality.
MDB code: NW397
Description: The Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality is a Category B municipality situated within the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District in the North West Province. It borders on the Kgalagadi District of the Republic of Botswana to the north, Greater Taung to the south, the Northern Cape Province to the south-west, Naledi to the south-east, and Ratlou to the east.
It is the largest of the five municipalities that make up the district, accounting for just over half of its geographical area. It was created during the local government elections of 18 May 2011 by merging the Kagisano and Molopo Municipalities.
Area: 23 827km²
Cities/Towns: Piet Plessis, Pomfret
Main Economic Sectors: Agriculture, tourism and game farming - Source IDP 2022/23 - 2026/27
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