Service magazine addresses key issues related to government leadership and service delivery in South Africa.
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S snippets SERVE AND DELIVER SALGA CALLS FOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY SALGA Gauteng appeals to all municipalities in the province to prepare for the upcoming cycle of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) auditing proactively and diligently. According to SALGA, sound financial management practices are critical for effective service delivery and building trust with communities. Clean audit opinions are a testament to municipalities’ commitment to transparent governance. SALGA commends the City of Ekurhuleni and Midvaal Local Municipality for their exemplary audits as well as the progress made by Rand West Local Municipality in its pursuit of financial excellence. SALGA said their commitment to continuous improvement reflects their dedication to delivering quality services to the communities they serve. Salga Jongizizwe Dlabathi, the Chairperson of Salga Gauteng. SALGA APPOINTS NEW CEO The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has appointed Sithole Mbanga as its CEO. The appointment of Mbanga comes after a rigorous, transparent and merit-based selection process. Mbanga takes over from Xolile George who was appointed as Secretary to Parliament in June 2022. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in many areas, including operations and strategic planning, and has extensive executive-level experience in public sector governance. Mbanga most recently served as the CEO of South African Cities Network and has held various managerial positions in the public and private sectors, including the Local Government Support and Learning Network and the National Business Initiative. Sithole Mbanga.
