Welcome to Marondera Rural District Council

Empowering communities, fostering sustainable development, and delivering quality public services to the heart of Mashonaland East.

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About Us

Marondera Rural District Council (MRDC) is the dedicated local authority serving the rural communities and diverse wards of the Marondera District in Mashonaland East. We are committed to driving sustainable rural development, facilitating local economic growth, and ensuring the delivery of essential public services to our residents. From maintaining vital infrastructure and promoting agricultural excellence to enhancing healthcare and education access, our focus is on building a resilient and thriving district. By working hand-in-hand with local farmers, businesses, and community leaders, we strive to create an environment where every citizen has the opportunity to prosper.

Vision, Mission & Core Values

Our Vision

To be a prosperous, well-governed, and self-sustaining rural district that offers a high quality of life for all its residents.

To provide quality, inclusive, and sustainable service delivery to the Marondera community through effective resource management, strategic partnerships, and active citizen participation.

Transparency & Accountability: We conduct council business openly and take full responsibility for our actions and resource management. Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring fairness and honesty in all our public dealings. Inclusivity: We believe in equitable development, ensuring that no ward, community, or individual is left behind. Innovation: We continuously seek efficient, modern, and forward-thinking solutions to local governance and service delivery challenges. Environmental Stewardship: We promote sustainable practices to protect Marondera’s natural resources for future generations.

MARONDERA RURAL DISTRIC COUNCIL

ACTIVITIES

Farming

The district is in the Midlands province and it falls in region four and five of Zimbabwe. It experiences fair rainfall of (450-650mm) that is subject to periodic seasonal droughts and severe dry spells every year. The farming system in accord with natural factors should be based on livestock production but can be intensified to some extent by growing drought resistant crops.

Tourism & Hospitality

The district is blessed with wonderful places for tourism. Among them is Buchwa Mountain Top, Mundi-Mataga Dam and Boterekwa

Investment Opportunities

Mberengwa’s population is growing fast due to mining activities that have increased in recent years. This has seen a boom in businesses being setup in the district. Major companies like Pote Holdings, Barmlo Investments & TK engineering have invested in Mberengwa

Mining

The district is flooded with minerals mainly gold, limestone, platinum, chrome and iron ore.