Reforming Local Government

Mr. Lulamile Mapholoba discusses the crisis in local government, marked by public distrust, unprofessionalism, and weak ethics enforcement.

He highlights excessive politicisation, with unqualified appointments undermining service delivery, despite laws like the Municipal Structures Act.

Underfunding, exacerbated by a non-payment culture, even from government, cripples municipalities.

Mapholoba advocates depoliticising the sector, resisting political interference, and consolidating the 257 municipalities to ensure qualified staff and better resources, aiming to restore public confidence and improve service delivery.