Accountability at Stake

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The Struggle for Transparency in KwaDukuza - Corruption in South African municipalities is no longer just a problem, it’s a crisis. Tender fraud and procurement abuse are crippling local governments, and communities are paying the price.

Today, we focus on KwaDukuza Municipality, where corruption runs deep and millions are unaccounted for. As ratepayer associations, civil society, and residents push back, the ANC-led council faces growing pressure to be held accountable.
Join community activist Stephne Ashworth and Action SA’s Sipho Zungu as we explore this unfolding crisis and ask: who’s really paying the price?
11 Jun English South Africa News · News Commentary

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