Umtata (Mthatha), Eastern Cape

Umtata: town in the Eastern Cape, South Africa

About

Quick Facts about Mthatha

Population 78,663
Country South Africa
State Eastern Cape (South Africa)
County OR Tambo District Municipality
Postal code 5100, 5099
Phone Area Codes 047
Area 54.97 km2
Latitude & Longitude -31.5889,28.7844
Altitude 2,277 feet / 694 meters
Capital city Mthatha is capital of King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality, OR Tambo District Municipality, Transkei
Establishment January 01, 1876 (150 years ago)
Time Zone Africa/Johannesburg
Local time 04:23:18 (20th April 2026)

Geography

Mthatha is located at 31°35'20"S 28°47'4"E (-31.5889300, 28.7844300).

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