The new district-based service delivery model will aim to break down the silos between the different spheres of government, in a bid to improve service delivery in the 257 municipalities across the country.

The new district-based model was first announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his third state of the nation address in June this year.  Addressing the need for a capable and developmental state, Ramaphosa said a district-based approach, which will focus on the 44 districts and eight metros nationwide, will ensure that municipalities are properly supported and adequately resourced. ..

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