A professional public service is key for SA
Public service is seen as one of the primary features of a modern democracy. Sadly, the requirement is seldom honoured in South Africa.
Public service is seen as one of the primary features of a modern democracy. Sadly, the requirement is seldom honoured in South Africa.
This open letter to Ramaphosa captures the mood of the average long-suffering South African who has finally lost patience with the ANC.
South Africa needs to move away from simply constructing water supply systems to ensuring that basic levels of service are provided to all.
Eight years ago former President Jacob Zuma said the ANC will rule âforever and everâ. That is looking increasingly unlikely.
For South Africa to break out of this calamitous configuration and modernise its society, a number of things are now essential.
This is small town South Africa. Residents who love their towns are doing whatever they can to save them from the ravages of ANC rule.
Whilst some big flashy changes will no doubt be needed, the simple act of fixing the basics, firing the non-performing staff, investing in maintenance.
Adherence to policies of the ANCâs tripartite alliance is slowly destroying rural healthcare delivery in South Africa, writes Chris Bateman.
South Africaâs municipal crisis is worsening, but there is hope that with greater citizen involvement, matters could be partially reversed.Â
Poor service delivery could see municipalities lose revenue from electricity tariffs as more private power producers come online.