New‚ returning councillors to undergo five-day induction programme: Salga
The South African Local Government Association in Gauteng province will roll out its integrated councillor induction programme for councillors of the fourth democratic term of local government from Monday until Friday next week. The programme‚ which has been tailored to both new and returning councillors seeks to ensure that councillors are competent in the areas of leadership‚ legislation that is applicable to local government‚ key municipal processes and developmental local government and service delivery.Mashaba gets nod despite EFF doubtsThe DA's Herman Mashaba is set to be Johannesburg's new mayor after the party insisted he remain its candidate - despite objections by its partner the EFF and from within its own ranks. Salga said sessions for newly elected councillors will be over five consecutive days to orientate them on their roles and responsibilities‚ while returning councillors will be given a refresher induction offered through contact sessions or e-learning...
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