North West City Guide

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The cities and towns of the North West centred around farming - crop growing, livestock raising and dairying - or around mining with some of the world's largest gold and platinum mines located within the province.

And most of the towns have historical and cultural significance with charming and friendly people.









More about some main cities and towns of the North West Province:

Brits | Brits Map
A fertile, citrus-producing area in the North West Province, irrigated by the waters of the Hartbeespoort Dam.

Groot Marico | Groot Marico Map
Named after the Groot Marico River, one of the few perennial rivers in this area, the town is well-known for its beautiful African bushveld surroundings, hospitality of its people and through the books of well-known author Herman Charles Bosman.

Hartbeespoort Dam | Hartbeespoort Dam Map
Hartbeespoort dam, with its spectacular scenery and the village surrounding it, are in close proximity to Johannesburg and Pretoria and is the principal water recreation area of Northern Gauteng.

Klerksdorp | Klerksdorp Map
Klerksdorp is the centre for a large mining and agricultural economy and boast the second larges grain co-operative in the world.

Lichtenburg | Lichtenburg Map
Lichtenburg with its unique historical background and special places of interest, coupled with its tranquility and moderate climate is worth a stop-over.

Mafikeng | Mafikeng Map
Mafikeng, situated next to Mmabatho, the vibrant provincial capital of the North West Province and has an interesting history, rich culture and wildlife variety.

Mmabatho | Mmabatho Map
Mmabatho is the vibrant provincial capital of the North West Province.

Potchefstroom | Potchefstroom Map
On the banks of the Mooi River, Potchefstroom combines a strong agricultural economy with a friendly, buzzing community life. Various attractions and activities.

Rustenburg | Rustenburg Map
Tranquil, Jacaranda-lined streets makes it difficult to realize that this is one of the most heavily mined areas in the world. Also a major agricultural centre and not far from the world-renowned Sun City Complex.

Vryburg | Vryburg Map
The agricultural and industrial centre of the Western Region of the North West Province of South Africa