💨 Abstract

The South African government has introduced a R100 billion plan to improve basic services in major cities. The Metro Trading Services Reform aims to enhance water supply, electricity, and waste collection by tying government funding to performance. Cities will receive financial incentives for better service management, with revenue from services reinvested into those services. The plan is voluntary, and cities must meet targets to receive extra funding, potentially leading to more reliable services for residents.

Courtesy: Sundeeka Mungroo