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Gwanda District
City in Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe
Overview
Gwanda District is the capital of Matabeleland South, blending urban amenities with small-town charm. As a center for mining and agriculture, it offers visitors a unique glimpse into rural Zimbabwean life alongside important services.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zimbabwe
Province
Matabeleland South
Population
135,929
Time Zone
Africa/Harare
Coordinates
-21.21°, 29.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$640
Local Cost
$380
Local Income
$180
Cashless
50
English
65
Temperature
22.0°C
Summer Avg
25.3°C
Winter Avg
16.9°C
Record High
43.4°C
Record Low
1.9°C
Humidity
52%
Precipitation
520 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 30/100.
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