How Ekurhuleni passed its budget at the fourth attempt (opens original article in a new tab)

Ekurhuleni city council passed its budget on the fourth attempt after political parties, except the EFF, agreed to support it following concessions by the ANC.

• Ekurhuleni city council passed the budget on the fourth attempt after political parties changed their stance.
• Concessions made by ANC included reducing property valuation tariff and freezing luxury spending.
• EFF was the only party to reject the budget, citing unaddressed concerns about service delivery and financial sustainability.