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Municipality of Beitbridge Welcome to the official Municipality of Beitbridge page. Engage your council, get the latest developments and news around Beitbridge.

Your opinion is very important to us. The town, Beitbridge, is named after Alfred Beit, a British citizen who found the De Beers diamond mining company. It is at the border between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Beitbridge Town is the southernmost town of the country and is in Matabeleland South Province. The name also refers to the Beitbridge Border Post, the busiest inland border post in Sub-Saharan Africa; about three thousand (3000) people cross the border on a daily basis.The town, founded in 1929, was for many years the terminus of the railway fromPretoria, until a rail connection to Rutenga was built in 1974. Beitbridge Town Council was granted its town status in August 2005. Previously a Town Board under the Beitbridge Rural District Council administered the town; a Town Council was then established and came into being on the 1st of July 2007. The Town Council area is divided into six wards, each with an elected councillor. Its mandate as a local authority is to provide services to the community of Beitbridge. The total coverage of the town is 83 square kilometres and its population has doubled from 22 000 in 2002 population census to approximately 43 000 according 2012 population census figures. Due to the proximity of the town to South Africa, most people from the inland districts flock into Beitbridge to do trade and others finally settle in Beitbridge.

Day 2 of our Strategic Plan Review and Formulation is in full swing. We are diving deep into our core objectives, refini...
08/10/2026

Day 2 of our Strategic Plan Review and Formulation is in full swing. We are diving deep into our core objectives, refining key deliverables, and shaping a clear, forward-looking roadmap to drive sustainable growth and excellence. Exciting progress ahead

Beitbridge Municipality Shapes the Future: 2026-2030 Strategic Plan Workshop underway ​The Municipality of Beitbridge ha...
07/10/2026

Beitbridge Municipality Shapes the Future: 2026-2030 Strategic Plan Workshop underway

​The Municipality of Beitbridge has officially convened for a high-level 3-day Strategic Planning Workshop to formulate and refine its 5-year roadmap leading up to 2030. Aligning key local development goals with the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2), this strategic effort sets a clear, actionable direction for the local authority’s growth and service delivery.
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This strategic session brings together key decision-makers and policy leaders, including:
​Mayor, Councillors, Council Management,
​District Development Coordinator (DDC)
​Provincial Development Committee (PDC)
​Representatives from the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works, national office.
​Through strong inter-governmental collaboration and expert facilitation, Beitbridge is laying a solid foundation to enhance infrastructure, improve service delivery, and drive sustainable socio-economic development for all residents.
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05/10/2026

You can view results of the two countries marathon on the link below:

Two Countries Marathon attracts top athletes Sports diplomacy and regional cooperation reached a thrilling new milestone...
03/10/2026

Two Countries Marathon attracts top athletes

Sports diplomacy and regional cooperation reached a thrilling new milestone with the successful conclusion of the 2026 Zimbabwe-South Africa Two Countries Marathon. Blazing a historic trail, the marathon kicked off for the first time in Musina, South Africa, and concluded at the vibrant Dulivhadzimu Stadium in Beitbridge, Zimbabwe.

The cross-border event drew a competitive and enthusiastic pool of elite athletes from South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Kenya, showcasing world-class endurance and a profound spirit of sportsmanship.

The grand closing ceremony held at Dulivhadzimu Stadium was led by the Matabeleland South Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Honourable Albert Nguluvhe. Addressing the crowd, the Minister expressed profound gratitude to the event organizers and all participating athletes. He extended special praise not only to the podium finishers, but to every runner who contributed to the electric, competitive spirit of the race.

Highlighting the broader diplomatic significance of the event, Hon. Nguluvhe emphasized that the bonds between sister nations Zimbabwe and South Africa continue to grow from strength to strength.

In a major announcement during the ceremony, Minister Nguluvhe revealed that the Matabeleland region is poised to benefit directly from the Trans-Limpopo Spatial Development Initiative (TSDI). This strategic regional framework is designed to further cement bilateral ties and accelerate economic development across both nations.

Echoing these sentiments of unity and community pride, the Mayor of Beitbridge, His Worship Councillor P.M. Pirato, took to the podium to thank everyone for gracing the occasion and playing a vital role in making the cross-border marathon a resounding success.

As athletes crossed the finish line from one nation into another, the 2026 Two Countries Marathon proved that sports can serve as a powerful bridge uniting communities, celebrating regional talent, and paving the way for a prosperous, interconnected future.

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30/09/2026

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12/09/2026

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A Clean Town Starts With All of Us​As September unfolds, the Municipality of Beitbridge proudly joined the rest of the n...
05/09/2026

A Clean Town Starts With All of Us

​As September unfolds, the Municipality of Beitbridge proudly joined the rest of the nation in observing the National Clean-Up Day.
​Our municipal teams, stakeholders and dedicated community members took to the streets at Mashakada Business Centre, focusing on intensive litter collection and thorough street sweeping to restore the area's civic pride.
​We extend our sincere gratitude to all government departments, business partners, and community stakeholders who came out to support this noble cause. Your active participation reflects the true spirit of collective responsibility. Let’s keep this momentum going and ensure Beitbridge remains clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
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A sustainable environment requires continuous effort. We strongly appeal to all residents, informal traders, and business owners to refrain from illegal dumping. Place all waste in designated bins, manage your refuse responsibly, and take pride in keeping your immediate surroundings clean.
​Together, we can build a healthier, greener Beitbridge.
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Beitbridge Municipality Boosts Operations with New Three-Vehicle Fleet​In a major step toward enhancing municipal effici...
26/08/2026

Beitbridge Municipality Boosts Operations with New Three-Vehicle Fleet

​In a major step toward enhancing municipal efficiency, the Municipality of Beitbridge today officially took delivery of three new service vehicles designed to improve operational capacity and response times across the town.
​Officiating at the handover ceremony, Deputy Mayor Cllr John Manatsa serving as Mayor for the day emphasized that the new fleet directly addresses the severe transport shortages that have historically hindered municipal operations.
​"For too long, our departments have been hamstrung by mobility challenges," stated Cllr Manatsa. "Our work teams took far too long to respond to urgent issues like burst pipes and sewer blockages. The arrival of these vehicles is both timely and essential."
​The newly acquired fleet will be deployed immediately to support three key operational units:
​Water and Sanitation: Expediting emergency repairs for sewer blockages and water pipe bursts.
​Stand Servicing: Accelerating land preparation and civil engineering works for local developments.
​Housing and Community Services: Streamlining daily field inspections and administrative community outreach.
​Local stakeholders commended the municipality, citing the procurement as visible evidence of prudent financial management and accountability. Representatives from the Beitbridge Residents Association applauded the effort, noting that ratepayer funds are actively being reinvested into service delivery. Concurrently, the Business Association welcomed the move while urging municipal staff to exercise diligent stewardship to ensure the long-term maintenance of the assets.
​Accepting the responsibility on behalf of the executive management, Beitbridge Town Clerk Mr. Loud Ramakgapola expressed gratitude to all stakeholders present and pledged that the investment would deliver swift, practical benefits.
​"These vehicles will significantly enhance our day-to-day service delivery," said Mr. Ramakgapola, reassuring residents that management will rigorously oversee the fleet's deployment to safeguard public infrastructure and uplift the community.

Over the past two days, the Municipality of Beitbridge councillors and executive management completed an intensive capac...
25/08/2026

Over the past two days, the Municipality of Beitbridge councillors and executive management completed an intensive capacity-building training workshop focused on Council Committees Terms of Reference (ToR) and Council Committees Standing Orders/Instructions. The workshop was successfully delivered in strategic partnership with GIZ.
​This training was designed to strengthen institutional capacity, optimize committee efficiency, standardize governance practices, and ensure seamless alignment between policy direction and executive implementation.

​The effective governance of the Municipality relies heavily on the performance and oversight of its statutory committees. Clarifying and enforcing committee structures yields several key operational benefits:
​Role Clarity & Governance Efficiency: Re-aligning on Terms of Reference ensures that both councillors and executive officials operate within clear legal mandates, preventing overlap, ambiguity, or procedural errors during policy formulation.
​Standardized Decision-Making: Reinforcing Standing Orders establishes uniformity, procedural fairness, and compliance with statutory frameworks during committee deliberations and full council meetings.

​Enhanced Oversight & Executive Ex*****on: Equipping leadership with precise committee guidelines fosters constructive oversight, allowing management to execute council directives transparently and efficiently.
​Accelerated Service Delivery: Structured and legally sound committee processes directly translate to faster resolution turnaround times, benefiting key municipal service initiatives and infrastructure projects.
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​The Municipality of Beitbridge extends its sincere gratitude to GIZ for their invaluable support, technical expertise, and ongoing strategic collaboration. We also appreciate the facilitator over the two days Mrs Sikhangele Zhou for a job well done.
​GIZ’s investment in local governance capacity building directly strengthens municipal institutions, enabling elected officials and management to better serve the residents of Beitbridge. The Municipality remains committed to applying the knowledge gained to enhance administrative performance, public accountability, and service delivery across all municipal wards.

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P. O Box 164/290 Justicia Road
Beitbridge
0000

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
Thursday 09:00 - 16:30
Friday 07:30 - 16:00

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+263852323362

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