For the Northern Province’s seventh administration, two departments have merged into the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs; and Transport, Safety and Liaison. Bentley Vass was sworn in as its MEC, with these focus areas:
- cooperative governance: local government and the functioning of municipalities, as well as disaster management;
- human settlements: housing challenges and programmes to ensure security and comfort;
- traditional affairs: a bridge between government and traditional council;
- public safety: ensuring safety and security of residents;
- road safety and traffic law enforcement: road safety and compliance with traffic laws; and
- public transport regulation: ensuring safety, efficiency, and affordability of public transport.
Vass met with senior police officials and will be visiting all districts to get an understanding of its functioning, challenges and shortfalls.
