Looking Back: Reflecting On Mzwandile Masina’s Term as Mayor Of Ekurhuleni

EKURHULENI mayor Mzwandile Masina delivered his swan-song State of the City Address on Wednesday following a difficult five-year term aimed at addressing multiple issues affecting the city region, simultaneously and continuously.

He leaves behind a solid legacy after ensuring the implementation of key infrastructure projects such as Bus Rapid Transit and mega Human Settlements that will ensure the city of Ekurhuleni remains a world class African city of the early 21st century.

The city is well on its way to becoming a digital city after Masina’s administration invested in digital infrastructure that will streamline the way it delivers services to the community, including smart grids, payment gateways, e-learning and e-health systems.

Rather than spending his mayoral time in the boardroom, Masina has spent more time knocking on township and informal settlements doors, meeting with ordinary people to address service delivery iissues and communicating the city’s plans to improve their lives.