Makoni Rural District Council
Makoni Rural District Council
Makoni Rural District Council is located in Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe, and was established in July 1993 under the Rural District Councils Act (Chapter 29:13). The council administers an area of 8,200 square kilometres, with a population of 288,444 people across 73,087 households.
Introduction
Makoni Rural District Council (RDC) is located in Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe, and was established in July 1993. The council administers an area of 8,200 square kilometres, with a population of 288,444 people across 73,087 households.
The district comprises five constituencies, divided into 39 wards. Strategically positioned as the gateway from Mashonaland East Province into Manicaland, Makoni plays an important role in the province’s economic and social development. The district’s economy is anchored in mining, agriculture and tourism, offering vast potential for investment and growth.
Makoni RDC is also committed to inclusive and gender-responsive governance. Since 2020, the council has served as a spoke council in the Hub and Spoke Programme for Gender Mainstreaming, promoting equality and community empowerment across its operations.
Key Achievements
Established police bases at council clinics.
Awards
Stories of change
Anna Murigwa - Makoni Rural District Council COE
I am a humble widow hailing from the coolest mountainous landscape in Zimbabwe popularly known as "Kumakomoyo,À the province of diamonds, or the Eastern Highlands. I live and work in Rusape. I am a Committees Officer at Makoni Rural District Council that also doubles up as an Administration Officer.Go to: Find out more
