# The City of Ekurhuleni has appointed finance expert and shooting survivor Kagiso Michael Lerutla as its new City Manager. A chartered accountant and former Group Chief Financial Officer, Lerutla helped the city achieve three consecutive clean audits. He survived an assassination attempt in 2023 and has been described as a symbol of resilience and integrity in public service. The city says his leadership will strengthen governance and drive performance following the retirement of Imogen Mashazi.
Ekurhuleni appoints shooting survivor Kagiso Lerutla as new City Manager