Gauteng allocates R296m to shore up struggling municipalities (opens original article in a new tab)

Gauteng has allocated R680.5m for the 2026/27 financial year to support local government, with a significant portion directed at addressing financial and operational challenges, including energy issues and infrastructure development.

• Gauteng allocates R295.9m to address local government challenges
• R197.4m is allocated for development and planning including disaster management and infrastructure
• R80m is dedicated to the Gauteng Energy Response Programme to tackle municipal energy issues
• R165.6m is allocated for department administration to support municipalities