- IRR hosts a webinar discussing municipal issues in South Africa.
- A study published on September 7th critiques the structure and functioning of South Africa's local government system.
- Issues regarding the state of local government in South Africa are currently being observed in the Western Cape.
Western Cape Local Government Performance Linked to Cost of Living Pressures
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 21
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What happened
Discussions regarding local government in the Western Cape cited poor performance as a factor affecting the cost of living. A researcher noted that the cost of living is impacted by how property prices and city services are escalated through rates bills.
From ewn.co.za
Why it matters
The performance of local government is viewed as critical to the success of upcoming elections. Furthermore, economic pressures are cited as a factor that could affect voter turnout among Western Cape residents.
Issues regarding the state of local government in South Africa are currently being observed in the Western Cape.
From ewn.co.za
Who's involved
- Western CapeThe province where local government performance is being discussed.
- South AfricaThe country containing the Western Cape province.
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The entities involved
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Western Cape
province of South Africa
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South Africa
country in southern Africa