Current Date And Time In Matabeleland South Province, Zimbabwe
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
20:19:36 CAT
Capital: Gwanda
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 748,000
Area: 54,172.00 km²
State Code: MS
Explore the interactive satellite map of Matabeleland South Province, a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Matabeleland South Province — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Matabeleland South Province in Zimbabwe.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Zimbabwe operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 21.0523° S | 29.046° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -21.0523 | 29.046 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 21° 3' 8" S | 29° 2' 46" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 21° 3.1402' S | 29° 2.7596' E |
| Population | 748,000 |
| Area (km²) | 54,172.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 20,915.92 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 13.81 /km² |
| Elevation | 950 m / 3,116 ft |
| Area Rank | #4 in Zimbabwe |
| Population Rank | #9 of 10 in Zimbabwe |
| GPS (DD) | -21.0523, 29.046 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Matabeleland South Province to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Zimbabwe.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulawayo | Zimbabwe | NW | 112 km | 69 mi | ~1h 24m | 🗺 View |
| Midlands Province | Zimbabwe | N | 230 km | 143 mi | ~2h 52m | 🗺 View |
| Masvingo Province | Zimbabwe | E | 235 km | 146 mi | ~2h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Matabeleland North | Zimbabwe | NW | 321 km | 199 mi | ~4h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland East Province | Zimbabwe | NE | 359 km | 223 mi | ~4h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Manicaland | Zimbabwe | NE | 404 km | 251 mi | ~5h 3m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Matabeleland South Province, along with each city's aerial distance from Gwanda, Matabeleland South Province's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beitbridge | -22.2167° S | 30° E | 461 m | 176 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gwanda | -20.9362° S | 29.007° E | 986 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Plumtree | -20.4833° S | 27.8167° E | 1,384 m | 134 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Insiza | -19.7833° S | 29.2° E | 1,422 m | 130 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Esigodini | -20.2898° S | 28.9226° E | 1,181 m | 72 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Filabusi | -20.5333° S | 29.285° E | 1,072 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| 🗺️ Map of other states |
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| 🗺 Map of Mashonaland West |
| 🗺 Map of Harare |
| 🗺 Map of Mashonaland Central |
The precise GPS location of Matabeleland South Province is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Zimbabwe. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Matabeleland South Province on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Zimbabwe.
The satellite view of Matabeleland South Province helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Zimbabwe national map
Matabeleland South Province occupies a distinct geographic zone within Zimbabwe in the Africa region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Matabeleland South Province for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Zimbabwe. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Matabeleland South Province in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Zimbabwe. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Matabeleland South Province are latitude -21.0523° and longitude 29.046°. In directional format: 21.0523° S, 29.046° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Matabeleland South Province in Zimbabwe and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Matabeleland South Province is a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. Its capital city is Gwanda. View the exact position of Matabeleland South Province on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Matabeleland South Province is at: Latitude 21° 3' 8" S and Longitude 29° 2' 46" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Matabeleland South Province covers a total area of approximately 54,172.00 km² (20,915.92 mi²). This is roughly 13.87% of Zimbabwe's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Matabeleland South Province is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -21.0523, 29.046 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Matabeleland South Province in Zimbabwe. For broader context, explore the Zimbabwe national map or nearby states.
Today in Matabeleland South Province, sunrise is at 06:16 AM and sunset is at 05:54 PM, giving a day length of 11h 37m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Matabeleland South Province's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Matabeleland South Province is approximately 2,344 km (1,456 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,018 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Matabeleland South Province — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hawaiian Beaches, United States, roughly 446 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
Gwanda, the capital of Matabeleland South Province, is approximately 407 km (253 mi) NE of Harare, the national capital of Zimbabwe, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
