Direko slams SALGA over poor municipal service outcomes

By Nkhensani Chauke

Acting chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Dikeledi Direko, has raised concerns about the gap between local government’s strategic plans and the reality of service delivery on the ground.

This after her committee received a briefing on the South African Local Governance Association’s (SALGA) strategic plan (2022-2027) and the 2024/2025 second and third-quarter performance reports, covering both financial and non-financial aspects.

“One strategic outcome, for example, is for SALGA to focus on social cohesion through spatial integration, economic justice, and the development viable communities, providing citizens with reliable and sustainable services to enable inclusive socio-economic growth,” said Direko.

She highlighted that Salga was 71% on track with its strategic plan, noting a 10% improvement in identified municipalities, thus far.

“Members heard that SALGA is 71% on track with its strategic plan,” said Direko.

“The target is an average of 10% improvement