The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Western Cape welcomes the findings of the recent investigation into the conduct of Knysna’s municipal leadership, according to Dave Bryant, DA Western Cape Spokesperson on Local Government, Environmental Affairs, and Development Planning.
The report, commissioned by Western Cape Local Government Minister Anton Bredell, has revealed significant breaches of the code of conduct by key officials, including Mayor Aubrey Tsengwa, Deputy Mayor Alberto Marbi, and Speaker Mncedisi Skosana.
“The investigation, prompted by mounting concerns over allegations of misconduct and maladministration within the Knysna Municipality,” Bryant said in a media statement, “has confirmed reports of irregular decision-making, poor governance, and a collapse in service delivery.”
He added: “Independent investigators Advocate Trisha Sarkas and Deirdré Viljoen found that municipal leadership provided false evidence under oath, constituting fraud and a failure in their ethical and legal responsibilities.”
“In light of these damning findings, the DA Western Cape
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