Qina Mhlali Qina manifesto summary

Housing and title deeds

• Engage relevant authorities regarding housing needs and suitable residential infrastructure, prioritising projects transparently according to community needs and approved development plans. p.5

Water and sanitation

• Promote reliable access to clean and safe water. p.3
• Advocate for improved sanitation and wastewater management. p.3
• Improve access to water, sanitation and other essential infrastructure. p.5

Electricity and energy

Not addressed in this manifesto.

Roads and public transport

• Strengthen the maintenance and upgrading of local roads, including rural access roads. p.3
• Advocate for improved rural access roads that assist farmers in transporting products. p.4
• Improve roads connecting villages, schools, clinics, businesses and economic centres. p.5

Waste and refuse collection

• Promote improved refuse collection, waste management and cleaner public spaces. p.3

Safety and policing

Not addressed in this manifesto.

Jobs and the local economy

• Promote access to learnerships, internships, apprenticeships and workplace training. p.3
• Support youth entrepreneurship through business development information, mentorship and links to funding opportunities. p.3
• Encourage the use of local labour where appropriate and lawful in public infrastructure projects. p.4
• Cooperate with relevant government departments and agricultural organisations to unlock development opportunities for agriculture. p.4
• Build partnerships that expand skills training and employment opportunities for women. p.4

Rates, tariffs and municipal finance

• Advocate for transparent municipal budgeting and expenditure reporting. p.6
• Raise concerns about wasteful expenditure, corruption and maladministration through lawful reporting mechanisms. p.6
• Ensure municipal funds are used for their intended purposes. p.7
• Advocate for fair and responsible use of public resources, depending on various factors. p.7
• Review available municipal plans, budgets and outstanding projects. p.7

Corruption, governance and accountability

• Advocate for fair procurement and the prevention of corruption and favouritism. p.4
• Raise concerns about wasteful expenditure, corruption and maladministration through lawful reporting mechanisms. p.6
• Advocate for transparent municipal budgeting and expenditure reporting. p.6
• Promote regular engagement between elected representatives and residents. p.6
• Participate in lawful oversight and accountability processes. p.7

Informal settlements and land

Not addressed in this manifesto.

Support for indigent households

• Support community programmes for vulnerable households and family wellbeing. p.4
• Build partnerships supporting vulnerable residents and households facing hardship. p.6

By-law and municipal law enforcement

Not addressed in this manifesto.

Youth, sport, arts and libraries

Not addressed in this manifesto.