MARBLE HALL – The Ephraim Mogale Local Municipality (EPMLM) has on Friday 8 August 2025, convened the 2024/2025 Fourth Quarter EXCO Performance Lekgotla, held at Dimakatšo Entertainment Centre in Mmakgatle Village, EPMLM Ward 12.
According to the municipality, the purpose of the Lekgotla was to review the municipality’s performance, track progress made, and identify challenges and areas for improvement.
The Lekgotla was chaired by EPMLM Mayor, Cllr Given Moimana and attended by senior officials, including the EPMLM Speaker Cllr Rebecca Lentsoane, EPMLM Chief Whip Cllr Itumeleng Magane, other EXCO members, and directors from various departments.
According to the municipality’s assessment, the overall Fourth Quarter Institutional Performance achieved for the 2024/2025 financial year reflected an impressive 87%, with 111 out of 128 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) attaining set targets.
Some of the notable achievements highlighted during the Lekgotla included the completion of the Uitvlugt internal road in Ward 2, the commencement of construction of the Matlelerekeng Sports Complex, and the progress made on the Mamphogo Sports Complex, which stands at 42.78% completion. Additionally, high mast lights were completed in Ward 12.
The Lekgotla also adopted several resolutions aimed at improving service delivery, including the decentralization of municipal services, termination of underperforming contractors and service providers, and finalization of the DMR sand mining licensing process.
During the Lekgotla, Mayor Moimana emphasized the importance of decentralizing municipal services to satellite offices.
“We still have a lot to improve on the decentralization of municipal services and expand them to satellite offices, with an objective to take these services to the doorstep of our people,” he said.
The Mayor also highlighted the municipality’s commitment to providing budget for community development initiatives, including a community bursary programme.