Local government | State of municipalities in SA

JOHANNESBURG Several municipalities across the country are under administration, while others have been labelled "dysfunctional". 

WATCH: Discussion | Some municipalities offer glimmer of hope

Municipalities are responsible for essential basic public services, including water, electricity, and sewerage services. 

So what's the role of the Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department in assisting the struggling municipalities?

COGTA Minister, Thembi Nkadimeng discussed this with eNCA.