On August 20, the Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr. V.F. Hlabisa, accompanied by the MEC for KZN CoGTA, Rev. Thulasizwe Buthelezi, and the eThekwini Mayor, Cllr Cyril Xaba, convened in Durban to review the progress of the eThekwini Working Group. This group plays a pivotal role in addressing the municipality’s key challenges and ensuring effective service delivery.
The meeting was cordial and productive, providing the Minister with a comprehensive report on the efforts and achievements of the Presidential Working Group. The report also detailed the Section 154 support provided by CoGTA, which is designed to strengthen the capacity of municipalities like eThekwini.
A significant outcome of the meeting was the consensus that all available support mechanisms must be fully utilised to achieve the desired outcomes. Going forward, it was agreed that the Presidential eThekwini Working Group will serve as the overarching coordinating structure for all support efforts. This will ensure that the various initiatives are aligned and implemented efficiently, maximizing their impact on the ground.
The meeting underscored the commitment of both national and provincial CoGTA, in collaboration with local leadership, to drive sustainable development and improved service delivery in eThekwini.
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