Govan Mbeki Local Municipality 

The Executive Mayor and the Council extend their invitation to visit our beautiful Cosmos Country where the open grasslands of this region, transform into a kaleidoscope of colour with a carpet of blooming cosmos flowers.

Visit the Cosmos Country Region of South Africa and experience the different diversity of cultures, living together in harmony.

Cosmos Country has its own big 5 country:

1. it is the only place in the world where petrol is made out of coal on a commercial basis
2. Sasol Synfuel at Secunda as the biggest factory site in the world
3. the four Sasol Coal Mines form the biggest underground coal mining complex in the world
4. This is the only area in the world where coal and gold are mined at the same place at the same time.
5. Graceland was the first casino in the “new South Africa” to receive a gambling license.

Secunda can be regarded as the country’s fuel and chemical capital, since we produce 29% of South Africa’s liquid fuel requirements at Sasol Synfuel, in Secunda. In short, Cosmos country, with its energy supply will ensure your destination since you will never get anywhere without fuel.

POTATO FESTIVAL : our famous potato festival is held annually mid-April, in Bethal. This is where talent of different diverse cultures is showcased and promoted.

SEJACUFE: the Secunda Jazz and Cultural Festival is held annually in February, last weekend. The festival boasts to market and promote the town of Secunda to the nearby provinces. The main aim is to showcase local talent, alleviate poverty, and create jobs as well as networking national artists with our local developing artists to ensure growth in jazz.

LAKE UMUZI : this is one of Secunda’s latest developments. It is the capital of Cosmos Country. This commercial and entertainment centre houses many restaurants, shops, the Aqua Zone, indoor cricket, a bowling alley, a theartre, kids care centre, salons and all other exciting stores. Come and dine in one of our restaurants and experience the beauty of our town sitting by the lake watching people boating and enjoying themselves.

THE GOLFING EXPERIENCE: come and play golf in our highest standard golf courses, which makes the Cosmos Country a golfers paradise, with 5 courses in a 40 km radius of Secunda. These are:

GRACELAND COUNTRY CLUB : where you can leave your family entertaining themselves in the games (at kiddie’s world, trying their luck at the casino) while you playing golf.

KINROSS GOLF COURSE: with its scenic greens and stunning club house, will take away your breath and provide you with the best golfers experience.

WALKER PARK GOLF COURSE : situated in Evander, also a user friendly and provides a lovely golfing experience.

BETHAL AND KRIEL GOLF COURSES : also provides you with the best golfing experience.

For more Attractions, Activities and things to do:
Tours
Places & Activities of Interest
Theatre
Maps
B & B / Restaurants

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