New councillors urged to serve communities with integrity and care

Government is calling on newly elected councillors to serve their communities with integrity, accountability and transparency.

It says the conclusion of the 2026 Local Government Elections should usher in a new focus on improving service delivery and building safer and more inclusive communities.

Government is also urging communities to work closely with their elected representatives to strengthen local government.

This follows the Electoral Commission (IEC)’s declaration that the elections were free and fair, with more than 540 political parties and nearly 137000 candidates contesting.

Government Spokesperson William Baloyi says, “The incoming cohort is urged to be transparent, accountable and responsive to the needs of the communities they serve. The elections are expected to be a catalyst towards improving service delivery and creating safer, more inclusive and prosperous communities, ensuring that no community is left behind.”

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The call follows last week’s Local Government Elections, in which registered voters across the country exercised their democratic right to elect councillors and help shape service delivery in their communities. https://t.co/mocrUf3KDh

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Reporting by Culvin Mabasa