# The public has until end of day today to submit comments on the review of the 1998 White Paper on Local Government. Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister, Velenkosi Hlabisa, says many municipalities are distressed due to weak revenue bases. Meanwhile, Auditor-General, Tsakani Maluleke, had previously highlighted that the 1998 White Paper was a good legislation however it was not implemented adequately. The review aims to modernise local governance and tackle challenges affecting service delivery and municipal performance.
Today marks deadline for public comment for Review of 1998 White Paper on Local Government