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Local government: Introduction

There are 283 municipalities in South Africa. They are focused on growing local economies and providing infrastructure and services.

In accordance with the Constitution and the Organised Local Government Act, 1997 (Act 52 of 1997) [PDF], (which formally recognises organised local government associations, organised local government may designate up to 10 part-time representatives to represent municipalities and participate in proceedings of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP).

Source: South Africa Yearbook 2008/09
Editor: D Burger. Government Communication and Information System

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