The Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality, located in the Little Karoo, is known for its unique semi-desert landscape and rich cultural history. It is a hub for agriculture, particularly ostrich farming, and tourism, with attractions like the Cango Caves. The area combines natural beauty with a thriving hospitality industry.
The council has 25 seats with 5 political parties and 4 civic movements represented. The ANC is a leading party with 8 seats but falls short of the requisite 13 to govern alone. The current coalition is made up of the ANC, FF+, PA, ICOSA and SUID-Kaap Saamtaan totalling 15 seats.
The council was constituted on November 2021 with a single changes.
