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0n 27 October 2025, Elundini Local Municipality continued its Day 6 IDP Consultation Outreach in Mdeni, engaging residents of Wards 07 and 16. Officials reviewed community needs, showcased completed projects, and outlined planned developments for the next financial years. The session aimed to ensure local priorities directly shape the upcoming Integrated Development Plan (IDP).
What Happened?
Municipal teams presented progress on 2023/24 projects and gathered updated feedback from residents.
They also explained new service delivery plans for 2025/26. Representatives from Joe Gqabi District Municipality and multiple sector departments joined the outreach to present joint initiatives.
Community members raised issues around water supply, roads, and youth development. Officials recorded each concern for review.
Official Response
Municipal leadership committed to stronger coordination with district and sector departments.
“We want every ward to see real change. Your inputs guide what we must deliver,” an official told attendees.
The municipality promised more transparency as major projects move from planning to implementation.
Community Impact
Residents welcomed the outreach because it gives them a platform to influence priorities.
However, many insisted that timelines must shorten and communication must improve.
