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Stadium: Royal Bafokeng Stadium This town was founded in 1851, and named after Rustenburg (town of rest) in the Cape. The main agricultural activity in the area is beef cattle, Virginia tobacco, citrus fruit, wheat, maize, sunflower seeds and groundnuts. Rustenburg lies on the edge of the bushveld igneous complex, one of the most heavily mineralised districts in the world. Mines in the region produce platinum, asbestos, chrome, tin, lead, marble, granite and slate. Rustenburg in the heart of the savannah bushveld is a restful city. The city is in the North West Province, nestled at the foothills of the breathtaking Magaliesburg Mountains. The highest point in this mountain range is 1,852m above sea level and has been a tactical region for many battles for land during the early 1800s. Rustenburg is also 30 kilometres from the sensational Sun City, incorporating The Palace of the Lost City. Attractions at this resort include hot air balloon rides, The Valley of Waves and a 25-hectare jungle. Facts Name: Rustenburg. The city's name originates from Dutch.
Province: North West
Population: 395 539
Altitude: 1500m Geography: Located on the Highveld Plateau with low mountains and grasslands in the north western part of South Africa.
Climate: Rustenburg enjoys a sub-tropical climate with temperatures around 16°C during winter and 31°C during summer. The climate is generally ideal for year round outdoor activities.
Key Economic Sectors: Mining, Agriculture
Professional Football Clubs: Garankuwa United (1 st Division) Football Professional football is a novelty in the Rustenburg area. Garankuwa United play in the Mvela First Division and their home stadium is in Mabopane in North West Province. However, the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace and the Olympia stadium have been used by the national team and clubs to host matches. Kaizer Chiefs, Moroka Swallows, Orlando Pirates, Silver Stars and Jomo Cosmos have all used the stadiums as alternate home grounds |
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