This week, the multi-party coalition government appointed Elias Koloi to be Municipal Manager in the West Rand District. See the photo here.
This appointment is the first step in our effort to stabilise the district and start delivering quality service delivery to the people of the West Rand.
Mr Koloi, a resident of West Rand District Municipality, hails from Merafong City. He has over 30 years of local government experience and has led several departments within the municipality.
He previously served as the Executive Manager for Public Safety, Corporate Services, Regional Planning, and Economic Development.
He also served as the Acting Municipal Manager for the West Rand District from November 2019 to 30 April 2022.
The DA together with its coalition partners is committed to getting the district functional and able to deliver on its core mandates. The appointment of a Municipal Manager is an integral part in restoring services in the municipality and achieving financial stability.