Recent elections have cast an air of uncertainty over several important metro zones and town councils, where no political party has gained a majority of seats. These areas, at the time of writing, have two weeks in which to form a coalition or risk their local authority being taken over by the national government. There […]
Alongside the provision of day to day activities and services, the modern municipality also has to be prepared for the unexpected – and have the resources to deal with potential disasters. Such was the need at Drakenstein Municipality in January 2017, when a Paarl wildfire threatened local vineyards and olive groves. The Drakenstein Municipality fire […]
Johannesburg is not only the financial and commercial heart of South Africa, but also represents one of the most powerful economic centres on the African Continent. Covering an area of over 1,644 square kilometres, the Metropolitan area is the most densely populated and urbanised municipality in South Africa, home to over 3.8 million people. That […]
African nations continue to strive for a level playing field with other parts of the world, when it comes to socio-economic development. The role of institutions like the Development Bank of Southern Africa play an integral part in providing economic impetus for change. The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) was established in 1983 to […]
Cape Town is set in one of the most evocative settings on the planet. Overlooked by Table Mountain, the city has the most spectacular backdrop and according to the last census in 2011, is home to over 3.7 million people. Cape Town first received local self-government in 1839, with the promulgation of a municipal ordinance […]
The partnership between public and private sector continues to help drive through infrastructure and socio-economic improvement across Africa. However the involvement of local community engagement should not be underestimated, particularly in the context of local government activity. The Municipal Council of Mbabane is accomplishing necessary work through both channels, with the result an improved road […]
Located in the scenic Cape Winelands District of the Western Province, Langeberg Municipality enjoys the luxury of reaping reward from the fruits of the land, whilst maintaining a balance as a modern establishment that has to deal with the social and economic challenges of the 21st century. The Constitution of 1996 required that a municipality […]
Blending the past with the fast-pace and technology of a thriving modern city is no easy matter. Adding in the demands for infrastructure development, eThekwini Municipality has accomplished much from its ‘2010 and Beyond’ programme. With beautiful countryside, battlefields and rich history, along with the stunning coastline, Durban has become a popular tourist spot. Tourism […]
Johannesburg is not only the financial and commercial heart of South Africa, but also represents one of the most powerful economic centres on the African Continent. Covering an area of over 1,644 square kilometres, the Metropolitan area is the most densely populated and urbanised municipality in South Africa, home to over 3.8 million people. That […]
Municipalities across South Africa face a stream of socio-economic challenges, with sustainability high on the list of priorities. In Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, a series of shrewd projects is helping to improve the way of life for over 800,000 people. Buffalo City is a metropolitan municipality situated on the east coast of Eastern Cape Province and encompasses the towns […]