Introduction

The City of Tshwane is committed to ensuring the provision of adequate burial spaces to meet the growing needs of its communities. To secure long-term cemetery capacity, the City seeks to acquire land parcels suitable for immediate use as cemeteries. The City hereby invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from landowners who own land parcels that are suitable and ready for immediate use as burial grounds.

Purpose of the EOI

The purpose of this EOI is to identify and engage landowners within Tshwane who have land parcels that –

• are ready to accommodate burial activities;
• are at least 20 hectares in size;
• comply with environmental, health and land use regulations; and
• are available for purchase by the City.

Eligibility criteria

Interested landowners should meet the following criteria:

• The land must be located entirely within the City of Tshwane boundary
• The land parcel must be at least 20 hectares in size
• The landowner(s) must be the lawful owner(s) of the land parcel and provide evidence of ownership, as well as the ability to legally transact

• The land must be free from legal disputes, encumbrances, or environmental constraints

• Relevant environmental, health, or zoning certificates or approvals must be provided

• Evidence of access to essential services (water, roads, electricity) must be provided or the feasibility of connecting such services must be demonstrated

Submission requirements

Landowners submitting an EOI must provide the following:

• A completed EOI submission form (attached as Annexure A)
• Proof of land ownership (title deed or equivalent)
• A site plan showing the boundaries and size of the land parcel
• Details of existing infrastructure and accessibility
• Any relevant environmental, health, or zoning certificates or approvals
• Contact details of the owner or authorised representative

Submission process

• EOIs must be submitted physically at the following address:

Tshwane House, 320 Madiba Street, Pretoria

• Submission deadline: 30 April 2026 (Late submissions will not be considered)
• The City may conduct site inspections to verify suitability

Evaluation and next steps (public-friendly)

All EOIs received will be reviewed to determine suitability. Shortlisted landowners will be contacted for further discussions regarding the purchase of the land. Submission of an EOI does not guarantee acceptance by the City.

Enquiries

For any enquiries related to this EOI, please contact:

• EOI for landowners with ready-to-bury land parcels form

Disclaimer

The City reserves the right to reject any or all EOIs, request additional information and amend or withdraw this EOI at its discretion.