Ramaphosa calls for accountability and transparency in municipalities
The President was speaking at the launch of the revised white paper on local government in Boksburg.
President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency in municipalities during the launch of the revised white paper on local government. The policy aims to tackle issues such as governance failures, financial mismanagement, and subpar service delivery. Ramaphosa stressed that only qualified individuals should be appointed, cautioning against overlooking young, accountable applicants.
He stressed the need for consequences when public resources are squandered, procurement is manipulated, or public duties are neglected.
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