The national government wants a new framework in place to make coalition governance work for the people.
Attempts at municipal coalitions in South Africa have fallen short in major metros, and the national government is now planning to introduce a new framework to manage how future coalitions could operate.
The department plans to have a new system of governing coalitions within the context of local governments by the next term of local government elections in 2026. “They often also have a disastrous effect on administrations as staff members are unsure if the political leadership will change, and through that, change the service delivery priorities.”
One of the most notable failings of a coalition can be seen in the recent development surrounding the City of Johannesburg. In late 2022, extending into 2023, there has been contentious fighting over who has the final say over the district, especially the mayoral seat. As a result, ANC member Dada Morero took over leadership without any opposition. This was then challenged by Phalatse on multiple occasions in court, and she was only officially let go in January this year.
South African municipalities are notorious for being dysfunctional on multiple levels, with the most basic services, such as water security or road infrastructure, falling short.
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