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The Local Government Anti-Corruption Forum (LGACF) convened its quarterly meeting on Thursday,<\/p>\n
26 June 2025, to assess progress in combating corruption and promoting ethical governance in<\/p>\n
Municipalities across South Africa. Established in September 2020 under the chair ship of the Special<\/p>\n
Investigating Unit (SIU) and supported by the Department of Cooperative Governance and<\/p>\n
Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) as the Secretariat, the forum brings together key stakeholders from<\/p>\n
government, law enforcement, business, and civil society to enhance collaboration in rooting out<\/p>\n
corruption at the local government level.<\/p>\n
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The meeting provided a platform for critical updates on ongoing investigations into fraud and<\/p>\n
corruption within municipalities, with progress reports presented by the South African Police Service<\/p>\n
(SAPS), the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI, also known as the Hawks).<\/p>\n
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These reports underscored the forum\u2019s commitment to accountability and the importance of a coordinated approach in addressing malfeasance. Additionally, the steering committee shared updates on anti-corruption awareness and education initiatives, including workshops and training programmes for local government officials.<\/p>\n
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These programmes focus on corruption prevention, ethics training, fraud risk assessments, and<\/p>\n
governance reforms, aligning with the broader objectives of the District Development Model (DDM).<\/p>\n
The LGACF has made significant strides since its inception, including improved collaboration<\/p>\n
between CoGTA, provincial governments, and law enforcement agencies in municipal investigations.<\/p>\n
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The forum has also facilitated targeted anti-corruption communication campaigns, strengthening<\/p>\n
partnerships between government and civil society to foster transparency and public trust.<\/p>\n
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As the LGACF continues its work, it remains a vital platform for driving systemic change, ensuring<\/p>\n
that local government institutions serve communities with integrity and accountability. The forum\u2019s<\/p>\n
efforts are crucial to restoring public confidence and advancing South Africa\u2019s developmental goals,<\/p>\n
as outlined in the National Development Plan 2030. The LGACF will continue to meet quarterly, with progress reports to be shared with relevant oversight bodies and the public when appropriate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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