Eastern Cape Index

EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE BY-LAWS

ALPHABETICAL LIST OF MUNICIPALITIES

(Previous cities, towns, councils and/or municipalities listed under each municipality for ease of reference)

ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC44)
Previously: EG Kei District Municipality, Wild Coast District Council
AMAHLATHI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC124)
Previously: Cathcart, Kei Road, Keiskammahoek, Stutterheim
AMATHOLE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC12)
Previously: Amatola District Council
BLUE CRANE ROUTE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC102)
Previously: Cookhouse, Pearston, Petersburg, Somerset East
BUFFALO CITY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY (BUF)
Previously: Bisho, Dimbaza, East London, Kidd's Beach, King William's Town, Mdantsane, Phakamisa, Zwelitsha
CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC13)
Previously: North East District Municipality, Stormberg District Council
DR AB XUMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC137)
Previously: Engcobo
DR BEYERS NAUDE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC101)
Previously: Baviaans, Camdeboo and Ikwezi Local Municipalities (Aberdeen, Adendorp, Graaff-Reinet, Jansenville, Kendrew, Klipplaat, Nieu-Bethesda, Rietbron, Steytlerville, Waterford, Willowmore)
ELUNDINI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC141)
Previously: Maclear, Mount Fletcher, Ugie
EMALAHLENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC136)
Previously: Dordrecht, Indwe, Lady Frere
ENOCH MGIJIMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC139)
Previously: Inkwanca, Lukhanji and Tsolwana Local Municipalities (Hofmeyr, Molteno, Queenstown, Sada, Sterkstroom, Tarkastad, Whittlesea)
GREAT KEI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC123)
Previously: Amatola Coastal, Kei Mouth, Komga, Morgan Bay
INGQUZA HILL LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC153)
Previously: Flagstaff, Lusikisiki
INXUBA YETHEMBA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC131)
Previously: Cradock, Middelburg, Mount Zebra National Park
JOE GQABI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC14)
Previously: Ukhahlamba District Municipality, Ukwahlamba District Municipality, Drakensberg District Council
KING SABATA DALINDYEBO LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC157)
Previously: Mqanduli, Mthatha (Umtata)
KOUGA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC108)
Previously: Cape St Francis, Gamtoos Mouth, Hankey, Humansdorp, Jeffreys Bay, Loerieheuwel, Oyster Bay, Patensie, St Francis Bay, Thornhill
KOUKAMMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC109)
Previously: Clarkson, Joubertina, Kareedouw, Krakeel River, Louterwater, Misgund, Nompumelelo, Sanddrif, Storms River, Woodlands
KUMKANI MHLONTLO LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC156)
Previously: Mhlontlo, Qumbu, Tsolo
MAKANA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC104)
Previously: Alicedale, Grahamstown, Riebeek East, Sidbury
MATATIELE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC441)
Previously: Matatiele, Cedarville
MBHASHE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC121)
Previously: Dutywa, Elliotdale, Willowvale
MNQUMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC122)
Previously: Butterworth, Kentani, Ngqamakhwe
NDLAMBE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC105)
Previously: Alexandria, Bathurst, Boknes/Cannon Rocks, Bushmans River, Kenton-on-Sea, Port Alfred, Seafield
NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY (NMA)
Previously: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality (Bethelsdorp, Bloemendal, Blue Horizon Bay, Clarendon Marine, Despatch, KwaNobuhle, Motherwell, Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage)
NGQUSHWA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC126)
Previously: Hamburg, Peddie
NTABANKULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC444)
Previously: Tabankulu
NYANDENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC155)
Previously: Libode, Ngqeleni
OR TAMBO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (EC15)
Previously: Kei District Council, Wild Coast District Council
PORT ST JOHNS LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC154)
Previously: Port St Johns
RAYMOND MHLABA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC129)
Previously: Nkonkobe and Nxuba Local Municipalities (Adelaide, Alice, Bedford, Fort Beaufort, Hogsback, Middeldrift, Seymore)
SAKHISIZWE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC138)
Previously: Cala, Elliot
SARAH BAARTMAN DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC10)
Previously: Cacadu District Municipality, Western District Municipality, Western District Council
SENQU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC142)
Previously: Barkly East, Lady Grey, Rhodes, Rossouw, Sterkspruit
SUNDAYS RIVER VALLEY LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC106)
Previously: Addo, Kirkwood, Paterson
UMZIMVUBU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC442)
Previously: Mount Ayliff, Mount Frere
VUYISILE MINI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC135)
Previously: Intsika Yethu (Cofimvaba, Tsomo)
WALTER SISULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC145)
Previously: Gariep and Maletswai Local Municipalities (Aliwal North, Burgersdorp, Jamestown, Oviston Nature Reserve, Steynsburg, Venterstad)
WINNIE MADIKIZELA-MANDELA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC443)
Previously: Mbizana Local Municipality (Bizana)

LIST OF BY-LAWS PER METROPOLITAN, DISTRICT AND LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

BUFFALO CITY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY (BUF)

Previously:
Bisho, Dimbaza, East London, Kidd's Beach, King William's Town, Mdantsane, Phakamisa, Zwelitsha

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT, 2026
  • STANDING RULES AND ORDERS FOR COUNCIL, 2008

 

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NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY (NMA)

Previously:
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality (Bethelsdorp, Bloemendal, Blue Horizon Bay, Clarendon Marine, Despatch, KwaNobuhle, Motherwell, Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage)

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

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DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

ALFRED NZO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC44)

Previously:
EG Kei District Municipality, Wild Coast District Council

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LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

MATATIELE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC441)

Previously:
Matatiele, Cedarville

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • ENVIRONMENTAL, 2016
  • PUBLIC ROADS, 2016

 

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NTABANKULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC444)

Previously:
Tabankulu

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UMZIMVUBU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC442)

Previously:
Mount Ayliff, Mount Frere

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WINNIE MADIKIZELA-MANDELA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC443)

Previously:
Mbizana Local Municipality(Bizana)

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • BURSARIES, 2009
  • CARAVAN PARKS, 2009
  • CHILD CARE FACILITIES, 2019
  • CREDIT CONTROL, 2009
  • CREDIT CONTROL AND DEBT COLLECTION, 2019
  • CUSTOMER CARE AND REVENUE MANAGEMENT, 2009
  • ELECTRICITY, 2009
  • FOOD HANDLING, 2009
  • HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY SERVICES, 2009
  • LAND USE APPLICATION, 2009
  • LEGAL AID TO OFFICIALS, 2009
  • MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF FLATS OWNED OR ADMINISTERED BY THE MUNICIPALITY, 2009
  • PARKING AREA, 2009
  • PARKING METER, 2019
  • PUBLIC AMENITIES, 2009
  • PUBLIC OPEN SPACES, 2009
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORT, 2019
  • REFUSE AND SANITARY, 2009
  • STREET TRADING, 2009
  • STREET TRADING, 2019
  • SWIMMING POOLS AND SPA BATHS, 2009
  • TARIFF, 2009
  • TRAFFIC, 2009

 

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DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

AMATHOLE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC12)

Previously:
Amatola District Council

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • CEMETERIES AND CREMATORIA, 2006
  • PASSENGER TRANSPORT SERVICES, 2010
  • SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL, 2006

 

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LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

AMAHLATHI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC124)

Previously:
Cathcart, Kei Road, Keiskammahoek, Stutterheim

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • ADVERTISING SIGNS, 2007
  • CEMETERIES AND CREMATORIA, 2007
  • COMMUNITY FIRE SAFETY, 2007
  • DELEGATION OF POWERS, 2007
  • KEEPING OF DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS, 2007
  • NEGLECTED BUILDINGS AND PREMISES, 2007
  • PREVENTION OF NUISANCES, 2007
  • PUBLIC OPEN SPACES, 2007
  • SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL, 2007
  • STREET TRADING, 2007
  • STANDING RULES FOR COUNCIL, 2007
  • USE AND HIRE OF MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS, 2007
  • WARD COMMITEES, 2007

 

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GREAT KEI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC123)

Previously:
Amatola Coastal, Kei Mouth, Komga, Morgan Bay

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • ADVERTISING SIGNS, 2023
  • CEMETERIES AND CREMATORIA, 2010
  • COMMUNITY FIRE SAFETY, 2010
  • DELEGATION OF POWERS, 2010
  • KEEPING OF DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS, 2010
  • NEGLEGTED BUILDINGS AND PREMISES, 2023
  • PREVENTION OF NUISANCES, 2023
  • PARKS AND RECREATION, 2010
  • PUBLIC OPEN SPACES, 2023
  • REVENUE, 2010
  • STANDING RULES FOR COUNCIL, 2010
  • STREET TRADING, 2023
  • USE OR HIRE OF MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS, 2023
  • WARD COMMITTEES, 2010

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MBHASHE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC121)

Previously:
Dutywa, Elliotdale, Willowvale

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • ADVERTISING SIGNS, 2006
  • CEMETERIES AND CREMATORIA, 2006
  • COMMUNITY FIRE SAFETY, 2006
  • CREDIT CONTROL, 2006
  • DELEGATION OF POWERS, 2006
  • KEEPING OF DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS, 2006
  • NEGLECTED BUILDINGS AND PREMISES, 2006
  • OUTDOOR FACILITIES AND MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS, 2006
  • PREVENTION OF NUISANCES, 2006
  • PUBLIC OPEN SPACES, 2006
  • SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL, 2006
  • STANDING ORDERS FOR COUNCIL, 2006
  • STREET TRADING, 2006
  • WARD COMMITTEES, 2006

 

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MNQUMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC122)

Previously:
Butterworth, Kentani, Ngqamakhwe

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NGQUSHWA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC126)

Previously:
Hamburg, Peddie

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • ADVERTISING SIGNS, 2008
  • CEMETERIES AND CREMATORIA, 2008
  • COMMUNITY FIRE SAFETY, 2008
  • CREDIT CONTROL AND DEBT COLLECTION, 2008
  • DELEGATION OF POWERS, 2008
  • KEEPING OF DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS, 2008
  • NEGLECTED BUILDINGS AND PREMISES, 2008
  • PREVENTION OF NUISANCES, 2008
  • PUBLIC OPEN SPACES, 2008
  • SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL, 2008
  • STANDING RULES FOR COUNCIL, 2008
  • STREET TRADING, 2008
  • USE AND HIRE OF MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS, 2008
  • WARD COMMITTEES, 2008

 

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RAYMOND MHLABA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC129)

Previously:
Nkonkobe and Nxuba Local Municipalities (Adelaide, Alice, Bedford, Fort Beaufort, Hogsback, Middeldrift, Seymore)

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • ADVERTISING SIGNS, 2006 (Nkonkobe)
  • DELEGATION OF POWERS, 2006 (Nkonkobe)
  • STANDING ORDERS FOR COUNCIL, 2006 (Nkonkobe)
  • WARD COMMITTEES, 2006 (Nkonkobe)
  • ADVERTISING SIGNS, 2006 (Nxuba)
  • DELEGATION OF POWERS, 2006 (Nxuba)
  • PROPERTY ENCROACHMENT, 2015 (Nxuba)
  • STANDING ORDERS FOR COUNCIL, 2006 (Nxuba)
  • WARD COMMITTEES, 2006 (Nxuba)

 

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DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC13)

Previously:
North East District Municipality, Stormberg District Council

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DR AB XUMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC137)

Previously:
Engcobo

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EMALAHLENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC136)

Previously:
Dordrecht, Indwe, Lady Frere

ENOCH MGIJIMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC139)

Previously:
Inkwanca, Lukhanji and Tsolwana Local Municipalities (Hofmeyr, Molteno, Queenstown, Sada, Sterkstroom, Tarkastad, Whittlesea)

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

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INXUBA YETHEMBA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC131)

Previously:
Cradock, Middelburg, Mount Zebra National Park

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • CREDIT CONTROL AND DEBT COLLECTION, 2004
  • CREDIT CONTROL AND DEBT COLLECTION, 2010

 

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SAKHISIZWE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC138)

Previously:
Cala, Elliot

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • POUND MANAGEMENT (2025)
  • PREVENTION OF LAND INVASION (2025)

 

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VUYISILE MINI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC135)

Previously:
Intsika Yethu; Cofimvaba, Tsomo

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DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

JOE GQABI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC14)

Previously:
Ukhahlamba District Municipality, Ukwahlamba District Municipality, Drakensberg District Council

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • PASSENGER TRANSPORT, 2009

 

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LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

ELUNDINI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC141)

Previously:
Maclear, Mount Fletcher, Ugie

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SENQU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC142)

Previously:
Barkly East, Lady Grey, Rhodes, Rossouw, Sterkspruit

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WALTER SISULU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC145)

Previously:
Gariep and Maletswai Local Municipalities (Aliwal North, Burgersdorp, Jamestown, Oviston Nature Reserve, Steynsburg, Venterstad)

By-laws published but not promulgated:

  • COMMUNITY FIRE SAFETY, 2011 (Maletswai)
  • FIXED ASSETS, 2011 (Maletswai)
  • HERITAGE RESOURCES AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS, 2011 (Maletswai)
  • HIRING OF MUNICIPAL PREMISES AND AMENITIES, 2011 (Maletswai)

 

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DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

OR TAMBO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC15)

Previously:
Kei District Council, Wild Coast District Council

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LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

INGQUZA HILL LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC153)

Previously:
Ngquza Hill Local Municipality, Quakeni Local Municipality (Flagstaff, Lusikisiki)

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KING SABATA DALINDYEBO LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC157)

Previously:
Mqanduli, Mthatha (Umtata)

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

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KUMKANI MHLONTLO LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC156)

Previously:
Mhlontlo, Qumbu, Tsolo

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NYANDENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC155)

Previously:
Libode, Ngqeleni

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PORT ST JOHNS LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC154)

Previously:
Port St Johns

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DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

SARAH BAARTMAN DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (DC10)

Previously:
Cacadu District Municipality, Western District Municipality, Western District Council

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LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

BLUE CRANE ROUTE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC102)

Previously:
Cookhouse, Pearston, Petersburg, Somerset East

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

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DR BEYERS NAUDE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC101)

Previously:
Baviaans, Camdeboo and Ikwezi Local Municipalities (Aberdeen, Adendorp, Graaff-Reinet, Jansenville, Kendrew, Klipplaat, Nieu-Bethesda, Rietbron, Steytlerville, Waterford, Willowmore)

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KOUGA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC108)

Previously:
Cape St Francis, Gamtoos Mouth, Hankey, Humansdorp, Jeffreys Bay, Loerieheuwel, Oyster Bay, Patensie, St Francis Bay, Thornhill

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KOUKAMMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC109)

Previously:
Clarkson, Joubertina, Kareedouw, Krakeel River, Louterwater, Misgund, Nompumelelo, Sanddrif, Storms River, Woodlands

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MAKANA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC104)

Previously:
Alicedale, Grahamstown, Riebeek East, Sidbury

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NDLAMBE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC105)

Previously:
Alexandria, Bathurst, Boknes/Cannon Rocks, Bushmans River, Kenton-on-Sea, Port Alfred, Seafield

By-laws from previous municipalities not repealed yet:

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SUNDAYS RIVER VALLEY LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (EC106)

Previously:
Addo, Kirkwood, Paterson

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