South Africa: Municipal Managers and Chief Financial Officers Paid Bonuses Despite Negative Audit Outcomes

According to figures released by the National Treasury, 56 Municipal Managers were paid performance bonuses in the last financial year despite presiding over poor municipal performance. In total, R249 million (including performance bonuses) was paid to Municipal Managers last year.

The Democratic Alliance (DA) believes in rewarding excellence in the public service. But it cannot be right that high-flying Municipal Managers are rewarded with huge bonuses for failing to do their jobs properly.

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