Following a recent high-level engagement between the North West Provincial Treasury and the
National Treasury, reflecting government’s continued commitment to restoring financial viability,
improving service delivery, and strengthening governance at local government level, the
Department convened a two-day workshop for Provincial Executive Representatives (PERs). The
workshop forms part of the implementation of the Revised Mandatory Provincial Intervention and
Financial Recovery Plan (FRP) Support Strategy.
The workshop is aligned with the Provincial Treasury’s oversight and coordination responsibilities
in terms of Section 139(5) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, read together with
the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). It is intended to enhance alignment,
cooperation, and shared accountability among all key stakeholders involved in supporting
municipalities under financial intervention.
The engagement was attended by a wide range of stakeholders, including the Departments of
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA); National and Provincial Departments
of Water and Sanitation; the South African Local Government Association (SALGA); the Municipal
Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA); District Municipalities; Eskom; the National Treasury; and
other relevant sector departments involved in municipal support and oversight.
MEC for Finance, Kenetswe Mosenogi, emphasized that the engagement is grounded in the
principles of cooperative governance as outlined in Section 41 of the Constitution, which requires
all spheres of government to work together in mutual trust and good faith for the benefit of
communities. She noted that the engagement seeks to foster a shared and common
understanding of the respective roles, responsibilities, and accountability obligations of all parties
involved in the implementation of the FRP Support Strategy.
“This session is critical to ensure that all stakeholders pull in the same direction, with a shared
understanding that successful financial recovery depends on clear roles, firm oversight, and
collective responsibility,” said MEC Mosenogi.
She further stated that, through accountability, coordinated support, and decisive action, the
Provincial Government can rebuild strong, sustainable, and responsive local government. The
workshop aims to introduce and contextualise the revised PER deployment framework and the
strengthened oversight model; clarify the roles and responsibilities of municipalities, PERs, sector
departments, and stakeholders in FRP implementation; strengthen intergovernmental
coordination and stakeholder collaboration; and align support interventions with FRP priorities,
milestones, and reporting requirements.
MEC Mosenogi explained that lessons from the first phase of FRP implementation revealed that
unclear role delineation, overlapping mandates, and weak accountability mechanisms contributed
to limited progress in municipalities under intervention. “The revised model therefore places
strong emphasis on role clarity, enforcement of statutory obligations, and coordinated
intergovernmental action, in line with the Constitution and the MFMA,” she said.
She acknowledged that most municipalities in the province are experiencing significant financial
distress, which necessitates targeted and structured interventions by the Provincial Government.
“The Provincial Executive Representatives, appointed by the Executive Council, play a pivotal
role in supporting municipalities to implement Financial Recovery Plans as developed by the
National Treasury,” she added.
During the engagement, MEC Mosenogi underscored the importance of prioritising the needs of
marginalised and impoverished communities, urging PERs to ensure the effective and timely
implementation of FRPs. She reiterated that municipalities must adopt sustainable and fully
funded budgets to safeguard the delivery of essential services and the maintenance of
infrastructure, which are fundamental to community well-being and economic growth.
“The current financial state of our provincial municipalities demands urgent and decisive action.
We cannot afford a laissez-faire approach when the livelihoods of our communities depend on
the services provided by municipalities,” concluded MEC Mosenogi.
Ends
For enquiries:
Ms Kesalopa Gill
Tel: 018 388 3584
Email: kgill@nwpg.gov.za
Or Ms Lesedi Makhubela
062 103 2798
connielesedi@gmail.com
Issued by: North West Provincial Treasury