Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality

Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality is an administrative region along Algoa Bay that brings together the cities of Gqeberha, Uitenhage, and Despatch. The area stretches across coastlines and inland sections with a mix of port facilities, industrial zones, and residential neighborhoods.

The municipality took shape in 2000 through a restructuring of South African local government following the end of apartheid. This administrative reform defined the current organization of the area and represented a fresh start in regional governance.

The region is a hub of South African diversity where people from different backgrounds share the same communities and neighborhoods. This mix of populations shows itself in daily life through local traditions, languages, and how residents use public spaces together.

Visitors can reach municipal services through various service points located across the region. For questions about local facilities or infrastructure concerns, it is helpful to gather contact information before arriving.

The region functions as a major production hub with factories and workshops that shape its economic identity. This industrial foundation sets it apart from tourism-focused destinations and reveals the work-centered character of the place.

Location: Eastern Cape

Inception: December 5, 2000

Capital city: Gqeberha

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Reference: NMA

Website: https://mandelametro.gov.za

GPS coordinates: -33.95000,25.60000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 18:46