Pathways to Effective Change: Addressing Leadership Challenges in Municipalities and Organisations
Dirk Kotzé is Executive Mayor of Mossel Bay Local Municipality
Summary
Dirk Kotzé emphasises the need for politicians to use their mandates effectively after elections instead of becoming complacent.
Winning elections grants a platform for urgent implementation of campaign promises to maintain trust and confidence with constituents.
Unfortunately, failure to utilise political platforms to their full potential can lead to voter dissatisfaction and disillusionment with the political process.
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