João Cristóvão Munguambe serves as the Councillor for Infrastructure and Health in the Maputo Municipal Council, Mozambique. He was officially appointed to the position in February 2024 as part of Mayor Rasaque Manhique’s new administration, which emphasized transparency, anti-corruption measures, and the improvement of urban services. In his role, Munguambe oversees key sectors such as urban infrastructure, sanitation, and public health. He has been particularly active in addressing waste management challenges, noting that Maputo produces around 1,800 tons of solid waste daily, and has led efforts to stabilize collection and disposal systems following service disruptions. Munguambe has also announced a municipal budget allocation of approximately 1.5 billion meticais (about 23.7 million USD) for the maintenance and rehabilitation of city roads in 2025, prioritizing pothole repairs, unpaved road upgrades, and new road construction. A registered member of the Mozambican Order of Engineers, he brings technical expertise to his role and is recognized for advocating integrity and efficiency in public procurement processes. While limited personal information is publicly available, João Cristóvão Munguambe is regarded as a key figure in Maputo’s efforts to modernize its infrastructure and strengthen public health and sanitation systems.