Siphelele Nketo 

THE mayor of the Matatiele Local Municipality Patrick Stuurman has welcomed the newly appointed municipal manager Mothusi Lepheana who started his duties from July 1.

Lepheana was introduced to municipal staff by Stuurman who called on employees to offer full support and cooperation to the new municipal manager.

Stuurman said that Lepheana’s appointment reflects the municipality’s commitment to strong leadership, good governance, accountability and improved service delivery.

“As municipal manager and accounting officer, Lepheana will oversee the day-to-day administration of the municipality and provide strategic leadership to the administration. He is anticipated to strengthen governance, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and council policies and improve organisational performance and financial sustainability,” said Stuurman.

His appointment came after the resignation of former municipal manager Lizo Matiwane in January. Nokhanyo Zembe has been acting in the position. The Matatiele Business Chamber has welcomed Lepheana’s appointment and further said that the new appointment will bring stability and progress to the institution.

The business chamber president Zolile Mosweu said the chamber anticipates tangible changes to the lives of the Matatiele community.