By Johnathan Paoli
Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) MEC Jacob Mamabolo has announced an ambitious roadmap for local governance renewal, smart infrastructure development, and traditional leadership integration, supported by a 2025/26 budget allocation of R551.389 million.
During the budget vote presentation, Mamabolo outlined how these resources, slated to increase to R576 million in 2026/27 and R599 million in 2027/28, will be pivotal in improving municipal operations, enhancing administrative professionalism, and driving comprehensive service delivery reforms.
“The budget supports safer, more responsive communities, builds infrastructure, and empowers traditional and elected leadership alike,” said the department, affirming its goal of a “capable, ethical, and developmental state,” said Mamabolo.
The budget is allocated across four key programmes including R153 million in 2025/26 for administration; R257 million for local governance (municipal support and oversight); R120 million for development and planning (spatial frameworks and smart governance); and R20 million for traditional
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