Who we are

About Swartland Municipality

Welcome to Swartland Municipality—forward-thinking and strategically positioned in the Western Cape Province. Serving over 140,000 residents across 3,700 square kilometres, we are committed to creating thriving communities in Malmesbury, Moorreesburg, Abbotsdale, Riebeek West, Riebeek Kasteel, Darling, Yzerfontein, Koringberg, Chatsworth, Kalbaskraal, and Riverlands.

Our vision, "Swartland forward-thinking 2040 – where people can live their dreams," reflects our dedication to economic and social growth through sustainable development. We prioritize community safety, economic transformation, reliable services, a healthy environment, and innovative governance.

Swartland Municipality is no ordinary municipality. We believe in building sustainable partnerships, fostering economic resilience, and ensuring a vibrant quality of life for residents and investors alike. Whether you're here to invest, settle, or simply explore, the Swartland offers an inviting blend of opportunity, innovation, and community spirit.


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What We Do

Municipal Services

Swartland Municipality delivers a broad range of essential services including:

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Financial Services:

Financial Statements, Municipal Accounts, Supply Chain Management, Credit Control, Revenue Services, Expenditure Services, Assets, Insurance and Fleet Management, Financial Systems Administration and Budget Office.

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Electrical Engineering Services:

Electricity Supply, Transmission & Distribution of Low Voltage Electricity, Street Lights, Traffic Lights Installations, Electrical Metering, Auxiliary Electricity Services, SSEG, ICT Services.

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Civil Engineering Services:

Maintenance and management of municipal infrastructure, Roads, Stormwater Drains, Water Infrastructure, WWTW, Solid Waste Management, Parks and Green Spaces.

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Protection Services:

Municipal Law Enforcement, Traffic Law Enforcement, Disaster Management Services, Fire Fighting Services, Harbour Oversight and Management Services.

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Development Services:

Human Settlement and all related services; Community Development, Development Management including City Planning and Building Inspectors.

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Corporate Services:

Corporate Affairs, HR, Communications and PR, Legal services, Property and Community Services, Council Support, Ward Committees, Libraries and Sondeza Youth Camp.

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Local Economic Development:

LED and IDP services focusing on stakeholder engagement and expanding economic development and Investment.

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The Swartland Municipality Entrepreneurship Academy

World-class short practical free courses to help you improve your quality of life

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