PUB1511 ASSIGNMENT 1 SEM 1 2025

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Table of Contents
QUESTION: Discuss the necessity for local government in the present era of modern government for
effective and efficient control of urbanisation and its demands on government. In your view what are
the key challenges facing local government in the implementation of their constitutional mandate and
how can these be overcome? Use relevant examples to enhance your discussion (100) ..................... 3

The Indispensable Role of Local Government in Managing Urbanisation and Fulfilling Constitutional
Mandates................................................................................................................................................. 3

The Necessity of Local Government in the Era of Urbanisation ......................................................... 3

The Constitutional Mandate of Local Government in South Africa ..................................................... 4

Key Challenges Facing Local Government in Implementing Their Constitutional Mandate .............. 5

Financial Constraints ...................................................................................................................... 5

Capacity Deficiencies ..................................................................................................................... 6

Political Interference and Instability ................................................................................................ 6

Lack of Community Participation and Engagement ....................................................................... 6

Inadequate Planning and Coordination .......................................................................................... 7

External Environmental Pressures ................................................................................................. 7

Overcoming the Key Challenges ........................................................................................................ 7

Strengthening Financial Management and Revenue Generation: ..................................................... 8

Diversifying revenue sources ......................................................................................................... 8

Improving revenue collection efficiency .......................................................................................... 8

Investing in Capacity Building and Skills Development:................................................................. 8

Fostering Political Stability and Good Governance: ....................................................................... 9

Enhancing Community Participation and Engagement: ................................................................. 9

Promoting Integrated and Coordinated Planning: .......................................................................... 9

Addressing External Environmental Pressures Proactively: ........................................................ 10

Conclusion............................................................................................................................................. 10

Bibliography .......................................................................................................................................... 12