Makumeke (Xitsonga, "one who is found") is a small village in the Thulamela local municipality, approximately 9 km (5.6 miles) from Malamlele Township in northern South Africa.

Makumeke has a population of 1,429 people based on the 2011 census.

The main language spoken here is Xitsonga.

Makumeke consists of residences, a primary school, a daycare, a general store, a cafe and several spaza shops.

The village has running water and electricity.