local government - Global Update

Poor Municipal Management: 7 Ways It Hurts South African Businesses

November 9, 2026 by Hyper Geoge

How Poor Municipal Management Affects Local Businesses Poor municipal management is becoming an increasingly serious concern for businesses across South Africa, with unreliable water supplies, electricity problems, damaged roads and weak service delivery making it difficult for companies to operate successfully. From small retail shops and restaurants to factories, workshops and agricultural businesses, many enterprises … Read more

110 Municipalities Owe Eskom R122.5 Billion: Should Residents Worry?

November 9, 2026 by Hyper Geoge

110 Municipalities Owe Eskom Money: What This Means for Electricity Supply South Africa’s municipal electricity debt crisis is raising fresh concerns about the country’s power supply, with 110 municipalities owing Eskom more than R1 million each in overdue payments. The growing debt has placed additional pressure on municipalities already struggling with poor revenue collection, ageing … Read more

Serious Effects of Municipalities Failing to Pay Their Suppliers

November 2, 2026 by Hyper Geoge

What Happens When Municipalities Fail to Pay Their Suppliers? Municipalities depend on suppliers to provide essential goods and services that keep communities running. From repairing water pipes and maintaining roads to supplying office equipment, cleaning materials and construction services, local businesses play an important role in supporting municipal operations. However, when municipalities fail to pay … Read more