EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
SALGA ’ s 2016 / 17 annual performance reflects performance and achievements in relation to its seven organisational goals and 35 associated performance targets identified in the approved SALGA annual performance plan for 2016 / 17 .
SALGA is an association of municipalities in South Africa recognised in terms of Section 163 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa as a Schedule 3A public entity . SALGA is also the representative voice of all 257 municipalities of South Africa . Since its establishment 20 years ago , SALGA has endeavoured to bring focus to its mandate of supporting local government transformation in a complex environment that is characterised by a highly diverse membership base of municipalities . The organisation ’ s mandate rests on six primary pillars :
SALGA MANDATE Transform local government to enable it to fulfill its development mandate .
Lobby , Advocate & Represent
Lobby , advocate , protect and represent the interest of local government at relevant structures and platforms .
Employer Body
Act as an employer body representing all municipal members and associate members as per agreement ..
Capacity Building
Build the capacity of the municipality as an institution as well as leadership and technical capacity of both Councillors and Officials .
Support & Advice
Support and advise our members on a range of issues to assist effective execution of their mandate .
The voice of local government
Strategic Profiling
Build the profile and image of local government within South Africa as well as outside the country .
Knowledge & Information Sharing
Serve as a hub for local government knowledge , intelligence and innovation
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SALGA ANNUAL REPORT 2016 / 17