# Johannesburg council speaker, Nobuhle Mthembu, has raised concerns over the safety of councillors, saying the finalisation of the Councillor Safety Policy is important. This follows the murder of ANC councillor Zakhele Mathe last month. Currently, councillors have no bodyguards but can get protection from the Johannesburg Metro Police when needed. Mthembu says her office remains committed to working with law enforcement to ensure councillors can serve communities without fear.
Joburg speaker calls for more protection for councillors