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PREMIER MANDLA NDLOVU ENTRENCHES A UNITED GOVERNMENT


14 November 2024

The Premier of Mpumalanga, Mr. Mandla Ndlovu, has taken note of the media statement wherein MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Ms. Makhosazana Masilela, expressed concerns regarding Minister for Environment, Forestry and Fisheries, Dr. Dion George's stakeholder engagement approach during his visit to the Barberton Makhonjwa Mountain World Heritage site.

Mr. Ndlovu has pledged to facilitate a consensus between Dr. George and Ms. Masilela, stating: "We have a unitary state in South Africa with decentralized powers and mandate, yet serving the same citizens who look up to the government to serve them. Any divergent views must be dealt with in terms of intergovernmental relations and established protocols.

The Premier emphasized his commitment to bringing both parties together soon to resolve any misunderstandings.

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Issued by the Mpumalanga Provincial Government

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Office of the Premier
Provincial Government’s Spokesperson: George Mthethwa
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Mobile: 083 302 2774
E-mail: gpmthethwa@mpg.gov.za




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