Matzikama

DA

Largest Party

DA

Coalition leader

DA

Current Mayor

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Changes of Mayors

The Matzikama Local Municipality is a Category B municipality situated within the West Coast District in the Western Cape Province.

Matzikama means “place of water” and boasts a wonderful destination where southern Namaqualand can be explored, with its variety of tourist attractions, including the world famous wines of the West Coast Winelands and most beautiful flowers.

No of Seats per Party

Composition of Council

The council has 15 seats, with the DA leading with seven seats, increasing its margin from 6 seats after winning a by-election and snatching a PA one of the 2 seats the PA had on council. The ANC is the second leading party with 4, while the rest of the parties in council have one seat respectively.

Key Positions

Name

Party

Position

Cllr. Johan Van Der Hoven
DA
Executive Mayor
Cllr. Andreas Job
VV+
Deputy Executive Mayor
Cllr. Petrus Cornelissen
DA
Corporate Services
Cllr. Amelia Job
DA
Economic Development and Community Services

Historical Timeline

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Local News & Analysis

By-election in Ward 06 of the Matzikama Municipality is set against a backdrop of shifting political dynamics in the Western Cape.

7 October 2024