Parliament questions Mangaung’s 38 municipal appointments before elections

Ahead of South Africa’s municipal elections on November 4, Parliament’s local government oversight committee is questioning the appointment of 38 municipal officials in Mangaung. Committee chair Dr Zweli Mkhize questioned why outgoing councils are filling senior vacancies just before a change of administration, especially after posts remained vacant for years. He said no law appears to prevent such appointments near an election, but municipalities should demonstrate that the process is justified, efficient and transparent.