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City of Nelson Mandela Bay information
MDB code: NMA Area: 1 957km²
Geography, History & Economy
The Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality is a Category A municipality, established on 5 December 2000. Nelson Mandela Bay was the first city in South Africa to establish a fully integrated democratic local authority and the only city in the world named after Nelson Mandela, who was born and spent his formative years in the Eastern Cape.
Nelson Mandela Bay is a major seaport and automotive manufacturing centre located on the south-eastern coast of Africa. It is the economic powerhouse of the Eastern Cape Province and one of eight metropolitan areas in South Africa. Its boundaries are formed by Cassie Mountain View in the north, Cape Recife in the south, Sundays River Mouth in the east, and Van Stadens River Mouth in the west.
The city is a holiday hot spot for both national and international tourists. The predominant languages spoken are English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa.
Cities/Towns:
Bethelsdorp, Bloemendal, Blue Horizon Bay, Clarendon Marine, Despatch, KwaNobuhle, Motherwell, Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, Swartkops, Uitenhage
Main Economic Sectors:
Manufacturing (25%), community services (23%), finance (23%), trade (13%), transport (13%)
Municipal Tenders
Municipal Vacancies/Jobs
Annual Reports
Annual Report 2017/18
Annual Report 2016/17
Annual Report 2015/16
Annual Report 2014/15
Annual Report 2013/14
Annual Report 2012/13
Annual Report 2011/12
Annual Report 2010/11
Audited Financial Statements
AFS 2016/17
AFS 2015/16
AFS 2014/15
AFS 2013/14
AFS 2012/13
AFS 2011/12
AFS 2010/11
Integrated Development Plans
IDP 2017/18
IDP 2016/17
IDP 2015/16
IDP 2014/15
IDP 2013/14
IDP 2012/13
IDP 2011/12
MFMA Section 71 – Schedule C
Schedule C 2017/18
Schedule C 2016/17
Schedule C 2015/16
Schedule C 2014/15
Schedule C 2013/14
Schedule C 2012/13
Schedule C 2011/12
Schedule C 2010/11
| 2016 | 2011 | |
| Population | 1 263 051 | 1 152 115 |
| Age Structure | ||
| Population under 15 | 30.6% | 25.5% |
| Population 15 to 64 | 63.6% | 68.5% |
| Population over 65 | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | ||
| Per 100 (15-64) | 57.3 | 46.0 |
| Sex Ratio | ||
| Males per 100 females | 96.0 | 92.3 |
| Population Growth | ||
| Per annum | 2.09% | n/a |
| Labour Market | ||
| Unemployment rate (official) | n/a | 36.6% |
| Youth unemployment rate (official) 15-34 | n/a | 47.3% |
| Education (aged 20 +) | ||
| No schooling | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Matric | 34.9% | 30.5% |
| Higher education | 11.1% | 12.0% |
| Household Dynamics | ||
| Households | 368 520 | 324 292 |
| Average household size | 3.4 | 3.4 |
| Female headed households | 41.6% | 40.6% |
| Formal dwellings | 92.5% | 87.2% |
| Housing owned | 68.4% | 61.4% |
| Household Services | ||
| Flush toilet connected to sewerage | 90.5% | 87.4% |
| Weekly refuse removal | 84.8% | 82.9% |
| Piped water inside dwelling | 77.3% | 74.1% |
| Electricity for lighting | 95.4% | 90.5% |
Council & Management
- Composition of Council:
- DA 57, ANC 50, EFF 6, UDM 2, ACDP 1, AIC 1, COPE 1, PA 1, UFEC 1
- Controlling Party:
- Hung Council
- Executive Mayor:
- Mr Mongameli Bobani
- Deputy Mayor:
- Tshono Buyeye
- Speaker:
- Ms Buyelwa Mafaya
- Chief Whip:
- Mr Bicks Ndoni
- Other Council:
- Ms Rosie Daaminds-Frolick (MMC: Roads and Transport)
- Mr Makhi Feni (MMC: Corporate Services and Administration)
- Mr Andile Lungisa (MMC: Infrastructure, Engineering, Electricity and Energy)
- Ms Lehlonono Mafana (MMC: Sport, Arts and Culture)
- Mr Andile Mfunda (MMC: Human Settlements)
- Mr Mkuseli Mtsila (MMC: Budget and Treasury)
- Ms Yolisa Pali (MMC: Public Health)
- Ms Queenie Pink (MMC: Economic Development, Tourism and Agriculture)
- Ms Ithumeleng Ranyele (MMC: Constituency Services)
- Mr Litho Suka (MMC: Safety and Security)
- Ms Phumza Tshanga (MPAC Chairperson)
- Ms Yoliswa Yako (Head: Public Accounts Committee)
- Municipal Manager:
- Mrs Noxolo Nqwazi (Acting)
- Chief Financial Officer:
- Mr Jackson Ngcelwane ( Acting)
- Senior Management:
- Kristoff Adelbert (Chief of Staff)
- Shane Brown (Acting Executive Director: Safety and Security)
- Mzwake Clay (Chief Operating Officer)
- Peter Neilson (Acting Executive Director: Electricity and Energy)
- Noxolo Nqwazi (Executive Director: Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture)
- Mr Anele Qaba (Manager: LED)
- Nolwandle Qgiba (Executive Director: Human Settlements)
- Dr Walter Shaidi (Executive Director: Infrastructure and Engineering)
- Andile Tolom (Executive Director: Public Health)
- Vuyo Zitumane (Acting Executive Director: Corporate Services)
- Communications Officers:
- Mr Mzobanzi Jikazana
- Mthubanzi Mniki (Municipal Spokesperson)
Contact Details
| Postal | PO Box 116, Port Elizabeth, 6000 |
|---|---|
| Physical | City Hall, Vuyisile Mini Square, Govan Mbeki Avenue, Nelson Mandela Bay |
| Tel | 041 506 1911 |
| Fax | 041 506 2422 |
| Web | www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za |
Resident Queries
| Accounts | 041 506 5555 customercare@mandelametro.gov.za |
|---|---|
| Electricity | 041 374 4434 electricity@mandelametro.gov.za |
| Refuse & Waste | 041 506 2018 |
| Roads | 041 506 2428 |
| Service Delivery | 0800 20 50 50 |
| Water | 041 506 2258 waterleaks@mandelametro.gov.za |