Matjhabeng's financial woes continue as service delivery collapses

The financial health report of the Matjhabeng Local Municipality in Free State presents a bleak picture, despite a mandatory financial recovery plan (FRP).

- By Bongani Mdakane

Makalo Mohale was tasked with helping restore Matjhabeng's fiscal stability.

In June of last year, Matjhabeng was placed under provincial administration following a Bloemfontein High Court ruling amid the total collapse of service delivery and a R16-billion debt crisis.

Matjhabeng, which covers areas such as Welkom, Virginia, Odendaalsrus and Allanridge, has been the epicentre of rampant corruption, financial mismanagement, and questionable appointments, including service delivery failures when it comes to sewerage, water, electricity, and infrastructure collapses.