Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) is one of South Africa’s nine Category A metropolitan municipalities, located on the picturesque shores of Algoa Bay in the Eastern Cape. Our metro brings together the vibrant city of Gqeberha, the historic towns of Kariega (formerly Uitenhage) and Despatch, and surrounding rural communities — united in purpose. Named in honour of former President Nelson Mandela, our municipality upholds the values of service, dignity and shared opportunity. Since our establishment in we have been committed to transforming lives and unlocking the region’s full potential as a centre of economic growth, infrastructure excellence and inclusive development. Current Developments Housing delivery is accelerating: NMBM recently exceeded its 2024/25 housing target, delivering 397 units ahead of schedule — showcasing strong project execution and governance. SA News +1 Strategic infrastructure upgrades: From reinforcing bulk electricity assets to restoring key intersections via public-private partnerships, we are building a resilient and modern urban framework that supports business, commerce and households alike. SA News +1 What We Do Deliver citizen-centred services: from water and sanitation to roads, electricity, waste management and human settlements Drive investment and job creation: positioning the Metro as a destination for automotive, manufacturing, tourism, green energy and logistics sectors Foster sustainable communities: emphasizing environmental stewardship, heritage preservation and inclusive growth With over 1.1 million residents and a workforce of more than