# ANC Gauteng chairperson Panyaza Lesufi has urged stronger protection for councillors, officials, and whistleblowers during the rollout of the national action plan for local government at the FNB Stadium. Lesufi warned that officials face targeted attacks, sometimes even threats to their lives. Lesufi highlighted pressing municipal challenges, including aging infrastructure, cable theft, informal settlements, and high unemployment. He stressed the need for collective action to safeguard both personnel and communities:
Lesufi calls for protection of whistleblowers and officials [SOUND]
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