Marondera
The first Village Management Board was established in 1913 and the Town Management Board in 1943. Subsequently in 1968 Marondera became a Town Council and in 1974 was conferred Municipality status. Marondera became the provincial capital for Mashonaland East in 1984. The town is now the centre for a large and progressive farming community around which some industries have been established. It is the nodal centre of administration for the whole province as well as servicing the several rural growth points surrounding it.
Our Roots
The town of Marondera, named after a Sub Chief of the Varozvi clan living at the Nyameni Hill was established in 1890 as a “Way Station” for people travelling from Harare to Mutare (then Salisbury to Umtali). It had been anticipated that the railway line, working its way up from Beira would pass through the settlement on its way to Harare; but when in 1898 the rail authorities discovered that 40 bridges and culverts would be required in the 67km between Headlands and Marondera alone by that route. They bypassed Marondera and established the line along the crest of the watershed some 9km to the North. The police and “Native Commissioner’s office” moved to the line of the rail and by 1900 the site of the first settlement was abandoned. The new town began to grow around the railway station and a hotel was established about that time.
Our Mission
To be a vibrant smart city of service excellence by 2030
Our Vision
To deliver sustainable socio-economic services to the community.
Our Values
Transparency, Integrity, Commitment, Accountability, Professionalism
Statistical data
Marondera experienced rapid population growth since independence since it grew by more than 300 % during the years 1982 to 2012. Attendant to this population growth is the need for huge investment in infrastructure such as water, sewer, roads, health care and education facilities which require substantial capital outlay. The land under the Municipality’s jurisdiction spans some 43.5 km2 and they are 319 people in council’s employ. Council’s annual revenue budget is about $6.4 million and capital budget of $27.3 million. The Population Census for the years 1982, 1992, 2002 and 2012 and the attendant percentage increases are shown below:
- 1982 - 19 971 (97.2% Increase)
- 1992 - 39 384 (97.2% Increase)
- 2002 52 134 (32.4% Increase)
- 2012 62 120 (19.15% Increase)
Marondera
Marondera is located 74km from the capital city of Harare on the national road and railway line to Mutare. The Mozambique Party city of Beira is only 380km away. The Harare International airport is 45 minutes` drive away and there is a local aerodrome. Marondera`s strategic geographical position contributes to it`s being a potential center as an export processing zone. Population – 68 017 (2013 estimates) Land area – 59, 59 square kilometers
We are family
Let us maintain our town and grow together
- Use refuse bins to dispose of all unwanted objects.
- Try to minimize loss of water by ensuring all household taps are closed when not in use.
- Try to keep your environment as clean as possible
- Report all misconduct by Marondera Municipality staff to our Chamber Secretary's Office immediately
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1890
Marondera Town
The town of Marondera, named after a Sub Chief of the Varozvi clan living at the Nyameni Hill was established in 1890
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1913
Management Board
The first Village Management Board was established and the Town Management Board in 1943
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1968
Marondera Town Council
Subsequently Marondera became a Town Council and in 1974 was conferred Municipality status
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1984
Mashonaland East Province Capital
Marondera became the provincial capital. The town is now the centre for a large and progressive farming community around which some industries have been established. It is the nodal centre of administration for the whole province as well as servicing the several rural growth points surrounding it.
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