Financial stability and service delivery main priorities for the city, says Ekurhuleni Mayor

Johnathan Paoli

Ekurhuleni Executive mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has expressed his confidence that the African National Congress (ANC)-led metro was on track in ensuring financial stability and effective service delivery through its annual budget.

Xhakaza and newly-appointed Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Finance, Jongizizwe Dlabathi briefed the media on Wednesday at the OR Tambo precinct in Germiston, on developments within the metro and outlined some of the elements of the approved annual budget.

Xhakaza said the executive’s attempt at turning things around for the city has been a story of resilience, dedication and progress.

“This journey, though filled with challenges, has been marked by significant strides towards restoring delivery and rebuilding public trust in our local government,” he said.

The Mayor said one of the key initiatives was the establishment of the “Service Delivery War Room” – a multi-departmental platform designed to enhance coordination and tackle service delivery issues