When the ANC sees something that works, they will move 😇heaven and 🌍earth to break it.💔 Midlands municipality of uMngeni, led by DA mayor ChrisPappas, may be amalgamated with two other councils.😢 Full story here➡️
When the ANC sees something that works, the ruling party may move heaven and earth to break it. That’s how the Democratic Alliance feels now that it stands to lose control over one of the most successful municipalities in South Africa. That is, if the Municipal Demarcation Board, under oversight from its political masters, has its way.
Pappas, a handson mayor, has invested significant effort in managing and improving the area. Under his leadership, several projects have cleaned up towns like Howick and significantly improved service delivery. His personal social media and acclaim from all corners of the country evidences his successes.DA federal chair Helen Zille said the party will not entertain the proposal, accusing the ANC of gerrymandering and a blatant abuse of power.
“The uMngeni municipal council has taken a decision to oppose all class 2 changes, which include the amalgamation of the Impendle, Mpofana and uMngeni municipalities. as well as the creation of a metropolitan municipality. There is no rational argument for collapsing the municipalities into one,” he said.
He said: “This move would further compromise service delivery, economic growth and stability in the region.”