City of Ekurhuleni decides to insource essential services to strengthen internal capacity

JOHANNESBURG - The City of Ekurhuleni has finally decided to insource essential services, with 700 cleaners set to be given permanent contracts.

The insourcing of workers has been a key debate in Ekurhuleni for years, with some parties believing the city needs to reduce its reliance on contractors.

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Finance MMC Jongizizwe Dlabathi announced during his budget speech on Thursday that the metro wanted to do away with outsourcing some essential services.

Dlabathi said the city must strengthen its internal capacity.

"This budget will give effect to the recruitment of 700 permanent cleaners and 290 permanent EMPD officers, who will look after our strategic offices and buildings. R303 million will be allocated over the MTREF towards equipping the staff with essential tools of trade, necessary to optimise performance."