DEPUTY MINISTER DR MASEMOLA REEMPHASISES THE STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF THE CITY JOBURG AS THE COUNTRY’S ECONOMIC ANCHOR The Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Namane Dickson Masemola, has underscored the critical role of municipalities—particularly the City of Johannesburg—in safeguarding South Africa’s constitutional mandate, national stability, and socio-economic development. Addressing municipal leadership, Dr

Official 2026 Wards Handover Ceremony Marks Key Milestone for Local Democracy The official handover of the 2026 ward boundaries marked a significant constitutional and governance milestone as the Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) formally transferred the final wards to the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), signalling the start of preparations for the next local government elections. Delivering

Reviewing the 1998 White Paper: A New Era for Local Government Service Delivery When South Africa unveiled the 1998 White Paper on Local Government, it was a seminal document that sought to redefine the role of municipalities in a nascent democracy. This policy framework aimed to anchor local governments as development engines, ensuring that they

In a pivotal moment for local governance collaboration, the Minister of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) today, 29 November 2024, convened a critical strategic visioning workshop. Bringing together provincial departments, public entities, and key institutions, the session marked a critical step toward reshaping the sector’s future. The gathering was impressive in scope. Key stakeholders