The City of Johannesburg's Finance Committee, chaired by Councillor Mpumi Edward, has made significant strides toward enhancing public participation and improving service delivery following a sitting on 7 March 2025. The committee has adopted a new policy aimed at directly welcoming submissions from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders. This marks a pivotal shift toward transparent, citizen-driven governance.
During the session, the committee decided to focus on converting financial stability into tangible improvements in service delivery for all residents.
Key Focus Areas:
- ICT & Digital Transformation: Ensuring the City’s technological systems effectively serve the people. This includes improving billing systems, digital platforms for service requests, and smart infrastructure to provide residents with efficient and accessible digital services.
- Fair and Efficient Revenue Collection: Implementing transparent and effective revenue collection mechanisms to support essential services like waste management, water provision, electricity supply, and road maintenance.
- Accountable Financial Governance: Upholding the highest standards of accountability to ensure that resources are allocated to address the community's most pressing needs.
“As the Finance Committee, we are committed to ensuring that the voices of Johannesburg’s residents are not only heard but directly influence the City’s financial policies and service delivery strategies,” said Councillor Edward.
She further assured that the committee is dedicated to fostering a financially stable, service-driven City of Johannesburg where every resident benefits from effective and responsive governance. By actively engaging with residents and stakeholders, the committee ensures that financial decisions reflect the real needs of the community.
The committee encourages residents, business owners, and community leaders to submit their concerns and recommendations, as their input is crucial to shaping the future of Johannesburg.
In conclusion, Councillor Edward reaffirmed the committee’s commitment to holding the Executive accountable and ensuring that financial decisions result in improved services, better infrastructure, and a higher quality of life for all Johannesburg residents.
Together, the committee aims to build a City that truly serves its people.
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