Shakadza is a village in Mutale Local Municipality in Vhembe District Municipality in the Limpopo province of South Africa. Shakadza shares borders with neighboring villages such as Muswodi, Mukovhawabale, Tshokotshoko, Gundani and Tshamutora. The village is divided into four parts namely Mavhuvhuni, Tshivhambe, Thondoni 1 and Thondoni 2.Shakadza is a mix of 21st century lifestyle and traditional customs which represent the past generations.Administration and politicsThe administration of the village is like a conglomerate because there's political influence and the traditional influence. Shakadza is still in the hands of the traditional administration of Chief Neshakadza whereas political figures in the village conglomerate with the chief in decision making for the development of the village. So both structures, the political one and the chieftaincy play a major role in administrating the village. The chief is responsible for the community at large. He resolves conflicts in the community, monitors the duties, responsibilities and roles of headmen in the villages such as allocation of arable land to individual homesteads for settlement, grazing of livestock and ploughing, organizes ritual, social and work parties and ensures that the natural environment is well preserved.Local politicians are regarded as the bridge or representatives between the villagers and the municipality. The role that political figures play is very important as the village depends on the municipality for services such as roads, water, housing and other municipality services. Politics in Shakadza is a norm and people engage in politics from a young age. Some remarkable political icons includes Mr. Netshisaulu who had represented the village on many occasions. Most of the developments that the villagers cherish today came from his commitment and determination with a goal of developing this village. Mr. Netshisaulu today holds the councillor position for the ward that comprises a few villages of which Shakadza is one. Another political icon is Nndavheleseni Netshituni, regarded as one of the top politicians in Shakadza.
