Premier Alan Winde chaired a regular meeting of the Western Cape Government (WCG) Cabinet on Wednesday, 6 March.
7 March 2024
Ongoing support to municipalities
Premier Winde reiterated his ongoing concerns over service delivery challenges impacting residents in numerous municipalities, including Knysna. “Urgency is needed in bringing stability to all struggling municipalities,” he said. He added that it is crucial that the Knysna Municipality urgently implements the Diagnostic Assessment and Support Plan, drafted by the provincial government, which its council has now adopted.
It was noted by Cabinet that the effect of the current difficulties is more pronounced in some municipalities than in others. The Premier stated, “We as the provincial government will closely monitor steps local governments are taking to restore service delivery and financial management.”
Currently, the Provincial Treasury is monitoring municipal performance alongside the Department of Local Government which assists municipalities by establishing mechanisms, processes, and procedures to effectively monitor and support them.