Ramaphosa says ANC must take stronger action against corrupt councillors

JOHANNESBURG - African National Congress (ANC) president Cyril Ramaphosa has again admitted the party must take stronger action against corrupt councillors as public trust in the party remains at stake. 

Over the weekend, the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) convened in Boksburg to evaluate the state of local government.
 
Part of the ANC's assessment is that many of the challenges in municipalities stem from political leaders who lack the necessary skills and qualifications to perform their top jobs. 

Ramaphosa said local government will continue to face challenges unless parties deploy the most skilled leaders to municipal councils. 

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"Officials who are meant to assist citizens are often not capable of addressing people's concerns or are working against the people. Sometimes, even elected representatives are involved in criminal activities and working against the people. There are instances of a number of people in our local government structures who are involved in acts of criminality or stealing from the people. This is betraying the sacred duty entrusted to you."