SALGA together with civil society hosted a two-day conference focusing on Deepening Local Democracy and Inclusive Governance at Sunnyside Park Hotel in Johannesburg on 14-15 November.
The two-day conference was a success as delegates shared their insights on how to deepen local democracy and how to ensure an inclusive local government.
SALGA Executive Manager in the office of the CEO Seana Nkhahle outlined SALGA's role in developing and transforming local government to meet the needs of the general society.
Celebrated political analyst Somadoda Fikeni said South Africa needs nurture organic leadership not professional politicians who do not know their societies.
On the other hand, Cities Network CEO Sithole Mbanga said local government takes 9% of the national fiscus and more must be allocated so it can fullfill its mandate.