SWELLENDAM LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
Municipalities in Swellendam

Overview Swellendam Municipality is nestled in the Western Cape and forms the central part of the Overberg District. Swellendam is one of the three oldest settlements in South Africa. With more than 50 provincial heritage sites, it has become a mecca for history buffs and international visitors. The pictures village of Suurbraak is a nestled along fresh water streems, sheltered by giant oaks, under the cover of the beautiful Langeberg mountains. It was establsihed as a mission station in early 1812 and still to this day has kept its rich rural vintage character. The Swellendam area also boasts with the small town of Buffelgasrivier that is rich in agriculture and the culture of their people. The community's warm and friendly hearts together with their rich agricultural backround and traditional arts and crafts, is phanominial in all aspects. At Swellendam Municipality we strive to provide and maintain a comfortable, safe and flourishing environment for all our residents and visitors in our tranquel and unique area. Thusong Mobiles provide government services on the go and visit specific areas for a day or two where services can be accessed by communities. The Overberg District Municipality is responsible for providing this service to the entire Central Karoo region. Swellendam Municipality is nestled in the Western Cape and forms the central part of the Overberg District. Responding and minimising the impact of disasters is the core function of the Disaster Management Centre. The safety and security of our community and environment is important to us. Striving to fight crime and protecting our communities is a joint effort between communities, Law Enforcement and Traffic Services. The area boasts with a rich Agriculture, the Bontebok Nature Reserve and a powerful historical background. We strive to manage and maintain quality roads to facilitate your travelling. Swellendam municipal employees come from a range of different backgrounds but they share a commitment to improving the quality of life for the local community. We are an equal opportunities employer and we offer corresponding salary packages. This initiative was launched in 1997 to transform the Public Service at all levels. Redress: all citizens should be offered an apology and solution when standards are not met. Openness and transparency: all citizens should know how decisions are made and departments are run. As the Speaker, my key role in the municipality is ensure oversight, accountability, integrity, discipline of office, and the efficient running of Council meetings. Exercise of delegated functioning including: facilitating public participation in legislation matters.