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Save Knysna R40million – Deputy Mayor Peter Myers’ Hope

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I met with Peter Myers, the Deputy Mayor of Knysna and Chairman of the Democratic Alliance (DA), last Thursday, the day before i met Mayor Eleonor Bouw-Spies. It’s well known that i’ve been at loggerheads with the DA over many issues, so much so that the last five years have become to feel like war. Consequently, i haven’t had a meeting with Myers in a long time. Indeed, i believe i have reason to be angry with him. But no matter whether he or i is right, surely the overall … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!

Laws Holding Municipalities Accountable in South Africa

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Most will run the other way when faced with legalese but i’m hoping that this will be handy to those South African citizen activists who’ve undertake a similar journey to mine which has been to try hold incompetent and corrupt politicians and municipal staff accountable. These laws and guidelines are extracted from the: Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) – Part 1: Disciplinary Proceedings (financial misconduct by municipal officials) Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) – Part 2: Criminal Proceedings (Offences) Section 4(2)(a) of the Municipal Systems Act (MSA) National Treasury’s MFMA … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!