Glen Cowie

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Glen Cowie
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Glen Cowie
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Glen Cowie
Coordinates: 24°50′24″S29°48′14″E / 24.840°S 29.804°E / -24.840; 29.804
Country South Africa
Province Limpopo
District Sekhukhune
Municipality Makhuduthamaga
Area
[1]
  Total
4.19 km2 (1.62 sq mi)
Population
 (2011) [1]
  Total
7,966
  Density1,900/km2 (4,900/sq mi)
Racial makeup (2011)
[1]
   Black African 99.6%
   Coloured 0.1%
   White 0.1%
  Other0.2%
First languages (2011)
[1]
   Northern Sotho 92.0%
   Zulu 1.8%
   Swazi 1.8%
  Other4.4%
Time zone UTC+2 (SAST)
PO box
1061
Area code 013

Glen Cowie is a Roman Catholic Mission located in Ga-Moloi under Kwena Madihlaba Sekhukhune District Municipality in the Limpopo province of South Africa. It is bordered to the west by Phokwane, to the east by Jane Furse; to the south by Ga-Malaka.

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Cultural Aspects

The population of Glen Cowie predominantly speaks Northern Sotho, reflecting the region's cultural heritage. Traditional practices and community events are integral to the locality's social fabric. Although the village falls under the Makhuduthamaga Municipality, there is a recognised local chief, (Kgoši) Mr S Madihlaba.

Education

Glen Cowie hosts several educational institutions that serve the community in and around the Glen Cowie area:

Economic Activities

The economy of Glen Cowie is primarily based on local agriculture and small-scale trading. The community engages in farming activities, contributing to the local economy and sustenance of the residents.

Health facilities

Besides the public hospitals mentioned above, the village is also served by a variety of private health practitioners.

Transportation and Accessibility

Glen Cowie is accessible via regional roads (the R579) connecting it to neighbouring towns such as Jane Furse and Phokwane. The locality's infrastructure supports basic transportation needs, facilitating movement for residents and visitors.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Main Place Glen Cowie". Census 2011.

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