Abstract
Modern times see an increased emphasis on the importance of sound governance in and by the local sphere of government. This holds particularly true for South Africa where, since the coming into effect of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, a number of objectives, critical functions and developmental duties have been laid before the door of local authorities. A comprehensive resource book on local government law in South Africa has, therefore, been long-awaited. In his reference and source book entitled Principles of South African Local Government Law, Bernard Bekink makes a significant contribution to local government law and governance in South Africa.
Highlights
Modern times see an increased emphasis on the importance of sound governance in and by the local sphere of government
The book succeeds in its aim to carefully explain in layman’s terms the current legal dispensation for local governments and the subsequent changes in local government administration
Apart from elaborating on the history of local government, the origin of urban development, the process of local government transformation and restructuring, as well as the post-constitutional composition of local authorities, the book addresses a number of issues that are currently key in local government administration
Summary
Modern times see an increased emphasis on the importance of sound governance in and by the local sphere of government.
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