The eThekwini Municipality is set to embark on its final public consultation process regarding the delimitation of wards within its jurisdiction. The upcoming meetings, covering all 80 wards, are expected to cost ratepayers R1.4 million, and will create an avenue for residents to voice their opinions and concerns regarding the crucial adjustments in ward boundaries.

Following a previous consultation that took place in June, the eThekwini Governance and Human Resource Committee received a comprehensive report highlighting the importance of these consultations. The Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) aims to rearrange the public consultation meetings into a more efficient sub-region format. This will increase the number of public consultative meetings from four to six, a strategy designed to overcome logistical challenges and ensure meaningful engagement with local communities.