Bulawayo City Council Guide

Services, rates, payments and contact details

Services Provided

  • Water supply — municipal water (Bulawayo has periodic water rationing schedules)
  • Sewerage — waste water management
  • Refuse collection — domestic and commercial waste
  • Road maintenance — urban road repairs
  • Business licensingbusiness licences, hawkers licences
  • Health services — municipal clinics, food handlers certificates
  • Housing — municipal housing and applications
  • Fire services — fire brigade
  • Parks and recreation — public parks and recreational facilities

How to Pay Rates

  • In person: Municipal Buildings, Fife Street, Bulawayo
  • Revenue offices: Suburban council offices
  • EcoCash: Dial *151#, Pay Bill, select Bulawayo City Council
  • Bank transfer: Details available at council offices
Water rationing: Bulawayo operates a water shedding schedule due to supply constraints. Check the council website or local media for the current schedule.

Contact Details

  • Main office: Municipal Buildings, Fife Street, Bulawayo
  • Phone: +263 29 275011
  • Emergency (water/sewerage): +263 29 272641
  • Fire brigade: 993
  • Website: www.citybyo.co.zw

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pay Bulawayo City Council rates?
Pay at the Municipal Buildings on Fife Street, through EcoCash, bank transfer, or at council revenue offices in suburbs.
What services does Bulawayo City Council provide?
Services include: water supply, sewerage, refuse collection, road maintenance, business licensing, health services, housing and fire services.

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