What are the remedies for collapsing local governments across South Africa?
POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE
The decision by Clover to close its cheese factory in Lichtenburg in the Ditsobotla Local Municipality elicited much reaction. Now is a good time, perhaps, to take a closer look at the role of local government in South Africa, especially as it pertains to agriculture.
Many businesses in rural towns experience water problems, intermittent electrical supply, and poor-quality infrastructure, and a large number have questioned whether remaining in
