John Matisonn – Glimmers of hope for GNU as Hlabisa and others get into action

New government ministers are moving quickly to address issues in dysfunctional municipalities, visa processes, renewable energy approvals, and crime. Notable figures include Cooperative Governance Minister Velinkosini Hlabisa, Home Affairs Minister Dr. Leon Schreiber, and Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu focuses on law enforcement reform. Improved parliamentary oversight and strong signals for change, especially from Hlabisa, who promises drastic measures against non-functioning councils, indicate a commitment to urgent reform.

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By John Matisonn

Early signs of where government is likely to improve include speedier dismantling of dysfunctional municipalities, streamlining the visa process, faster renewable electricity approval, and a renewed fight against "construction mafias".

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