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Mthatha (Umtata) Information

Mthatha (Umtata) Information

Mthatha lies on the main road between Durban, 450 km (280miles) to the north-east, and East London, 215 km (134 miles) to the southwest. A railway presently under major overhaul connects Mthatha and East London. Mthatha also has a small airport.

Mthatha derives its name from the river running through it. The nearby Mthatha River said to have received its name from the number of Thathe or Sneezewood trees, flourish along its banks.