City of Ekurhuleni to begin process of finding new city manager
Mashazi, the metro's first woman city manager is scheduled to retire in August, however, the 65-year-old has declined to comply with a council resolution placing her on special leave ahead of her retirement.
Imogen Mashazi. Picture: Facebook/CityOfEkurhuleni
JOHANNESBURG - The City of Ekurhuleni is preparing to begin the process of appointing a new city manager to succeed the outgoing Imogen Mashazi.
Mashazi, the metro's first woman city manager, is scheduled to retire in August.
However, the 65-year-old has declined to comply with a council resolution placing her on special leave ahead of her retirement.
The council made the decision last week, citing the Municipal Systems Act, which prohibits individuals over the age of 65 from holding senior positions.
Mashazi is unhappy about being placed on special leave just three months before her retirement.
The city said it had to act in line with the Municipal Systems Act and would be in contravention of the law if it allowed her to continue working.
While Mashazi said she won’t accept the special leave, Ekurhuleni Mayor Doctor Xhakaza announced that the search for her replacement would begin soon.
“We have been granted the right to advertise the position, but you can’t deal with advertising if you haven’t clarified this one.”
Mashazi had been hoping the city would at least allow her to finish her term, which is set to end in the next two years.