Current Date And Time In KwaThandeka, South Africa
Sunday, 09 August 2026
07:07:26 SAST
State: Mpumalanga
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 7,289
District: Gert Sibande District Municipality
Explore the interactive satellite map of KwaThandeka, a city in Mpumalanga, South Africa, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for KwaThandeka — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of KwaThandeka.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for South Africa operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 26.6537° S | 30.678° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -26.6537 | 30.678 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 26° 39' 13" S | 30° 40' 41" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 26° 39.2232' S | 30° 40.68' E |
| City | KwaThandeka |
| State | Mpumalanga |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Gert Sibande District Municipality |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Population | 7,289 |
| Elevation | 1,251 m / 4,105 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -26.6537, 30.678 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from KwaThandeka to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Mpumalanga.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eMvelo | Mpumalanga | NW | 4 km | 2 mi | ~4m | 🗺 View |
| Iswepe | Mpumalanga | SW | 25 km | 16 mi | ~25m | 🗺 View |
| Fernie | Mpumalanga | N | 31 km | 19 mi | ~31m | 🗺 View |
| Empuluzi | Mpumalanga | N | 37 km | 23 mi | ~37m | 🗺 View |
| Lothair | Mpumalanga | NW | 38 km | 24 mi | ~38m | 🗺 View |
| Sheepmoor | Mpumalanga | W | 38 km | 24 mi | ~38m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Mpumalanga, the home state of KwaThandeka, along with each city's aerial distance from Mbombela, Mpumalanga's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emalahleni | -25.8713° S | 29.2332° E | 1,629 m | 179 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Middelburg | -25.7751° S | 29.4648° E | 1,479 m | 154 km | 🗺 View Map |
| eMbalenhle | -26.5333° S | 29.0667° E | 1,575 m | 224 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Somaroboro | -25.346° S | 28.8343° E | 1,368 m | 215 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mbombela | -25.4751° S | 30.9694° E | 658 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Standerton | -26.9337° S | 29.2415° E | 1,569 m | 237 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ermelo | -26.5333° S | 29.9833° E | 1,700 m | 153 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Delmas | -26.1466° S | 28.6832° E | 1,558 m | 241 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Piet Retief | -27.0071° S | 30.8132° E | 1,251 m | 171 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bethal | -26.4579° S | 29.4655° E | 1,661 m | 186 km | 🗺 View Map |
King Mswati III International Airport IATA: SHO 108 km (67 mi) from KwaThandeka |
The exact GPS location of KwaThandeka gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Mpumalanga. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Mpumalanga state-level map data
Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for KwaThandeka are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of KwaThandeka lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full South Africa map
KwaThandeka sits within Mpumalanga, South Africa, in the Africa region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of KwaThandeka for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Mpumalanga. › Browse every city in Mpumalanga
Coordinates for KwaThandeka in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in South Africa. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of KwaThandeka are latitude -26.6537° and longitude 30.678°. In directional format: 26.6537° S, 30.678° E. These coordinates mark the center of KwaThandeka in Mpumalanga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
KwaThandeka is a city in Mpumalanga, South Africa, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Gert Sibande District Municipality. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, KwaThandeka sits at: Latitude 26° 39' 13" S and Longitude 30° 40' 41" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
KwaThandeka has a population of approximately 7,289 people. This is roughly 0.105% of Mpumalanga's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Mpumalanga.
The interactive satellite map of KwaThandeka is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -26.6537, 30.678 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate KwaThandeka in Mpumalanga. For broader context, explore the Mpumalanga state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to KwaThandeka is King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), roughly 108 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
KwaThandeka is approximately 134 km (83 mi) from Mbombela, the capital of Mpumalanga, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Mpumalanga.
KwaThandeka sits at an elevation of approximately 1,251 meters (4,105 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Mpumalanga.
The closest cities to KwaThandeka include eMvelo, Iswepe, Fernie. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in KwaThandeka, sunrise is at 06:30 AM and sunset is at 05:35 PM, giving a day length of 11h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from KwaThandeka's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
KwaThandeka is approximately 2,967 km (1,844 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,052 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of KwaThandeka — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hana, United States, roughly 943 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.
KwaThandeka is approximately 253 km (157 mi) W of Pretoria, the national capital of South Africa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
