Standard TimeSAST |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Johannesburg |
Malelane time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Introduction to Malelane, South Africa
Mallalane is a border town in the province of Mpumalanga, South Africa, located on the South African border with Swaziland (now known as Eswatini), adjacent to the Cromdryff River. The town has the city of Nelspruit as its main transportation hub, and is only 5 kilometers from the Mallalane Gate of the famous tourist destination of the Kruger National Park, one of the major gateways into the park.
Location and Climate
Malelane is situated in the Lowveld region and has a subtropical climate with hot, rainy summers (October - March) and mild, dry winters. Its unique location makes it a biodiversity hotspot, with a variety of ecosystems such as savannahs and river valley forests.
Economic and Tourism Features
As the entrance town to the Kruger National Park, Malelane has a tourism-based economy, offering accommodation, wildlife tours and outdoor adventures. There are several private game reserves in the area where visitors can experience walking safaris, bird watching and river safaris. The border crossing function makes it an important node for trade between South Africa and Swaziland.
Transportation and Infrastructure
The township is connected to Nelspruit via the R571 and the Malelane border crossing is open daily from 6:00-22:00. Surrounding amenities include petrol stations, basic medical points and specialty lodges, and the adjoining Kruger Park Malelane Camp offers chalet accommodation and viewing platforms for hippos, crocodiles and other river creatures.
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