John Matisson: At last, the cavalry has arrived to rescue eThekwini

Johannesburg is about to get its tenth mayor in eight years, but the focus may shift to eThekwini (Durban) as KwaZulu-Natal's new coalition government gears up for significant reforms. With high stakes for the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), African National Congress (ANC), and Democratic Alliance (DA), there is pressure to improve services before the 2026 municipal elections. President Cyril Ramaphosa has prioritized Durban's turnaround, aiming to prevent a potential MKP takeover that could destabilize the region.

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By John Matisonn

While Johannesburg is about to install its tenth mayor in eight years, there are signs that government may finally be ready to tackle another large and dysfunctional metro — eThekwini (Durban) – more seriously.

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