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OVERVIEW
The town of Mooi River is the gateway to the Midlands
Meander. It was established as a township in 1921 and proclaimed a municipality
in 1959, is 160 km from Durban, 64 km from Pietermaritzburg the capital city of
the Province of KwaZulu-Natal and 498 km from Johannesburg. It is easily
accessible from the national highway the N3. This is where the seat of the
Mpofana Municipality is, which incorporates areas such as Rossetta, Tendele,
Middelrus and Bruntville. The Municipality has 4 wards and 13708 voters as at 04
February 2004
Having a
bracing climate, the town is a popular health and pleasure resort for
holidaymaker from the highveld and the coast. Major attractions include the
Kamberg Nature Reserve situated at the foot of the Drakensberg and the Zulu
Falls and many others. The tourist will also be captivated by the beautiful
scenery and peaceful settings as you drive through and around the area to the
various accommodation establishments and restaurants available.
  
Total
Population is
estimated at approximately 36 000 according to the 2001 Census
statistics.
Number of Households is approximately 9
597.
Mooi River has
been identified by the Provincial Department of Economic Development as the
major development hub for the textile industry in the province. There are also a
number of other investment opportunities particularly in the agricultural and
tourism industries.
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honoured by your visit to our website and invite you to explore it further. Do
not hesitate to contact us should you need any further information.
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