Author Archives: Justin Zimri

This is an uplifting and very human story about how Angeline ‘Lindie’ Frans, who worked at Weskus Distrik for 28 years, inspired her son Karel to join Weskus and rise to Manager: Internal Audit, a pillar of Weskus Distrik’s clean …

Dr Brand began his tenure with the Council as a student in October 1993 and transitioned to a permanent role on 1 July 1994, marking the start of his career in the Department: Corporate Services. Throughout his career, he has …

Weskus Distrik’s Director of Community Services Wilhelm Markus manages an extensive portfolio, with water safety forming a very important function. One of Weskus Distrik’s functions as a district municipality involves the bulk supply of water to local municipalities, and they …

What do you say about a man who switched from being a nippy rugby centre to a powerful prop forward? You could say ‘crazy’. Or you might say that Carlo is adaptable and, as required in his Expenditure and Payroll …

Service delivery is greatly enhanced when the concept of serving your internal customer is embraced. The Budget and Treasury role is essentially a well-orchestrated and tight control mechanism which is essential to safeguard the precious funds of a municipality and …

Alderman Monde Orzymondius Stemele, Weskus Distrik councillor for Strategic Support and Economic Development, including the key Tourism portfolio, is enthusiastic about the region’s attraction for visitors but also believes that tourism needs to yield greater benefits for the underserved populations. …

Karel Frans and his team are proud of the role that they play in contributing to the district municipality achieving 13 consecutive clean audits. And, in the recent ‘audit of Audit’ by independent quality assurance assessors, the team achieved a …

Prior to his appointment as Weskus Distrik’s Senior Manager: Supply Chain Management (SCM), Maurice Markus led portfolios such as expenditure, and between that portfolio and his current position he has a rounded view of the first and last lines of …

Starting at Weskus as a junior network administrator 22 years ago, Hendrik is now the ICT manager of this progressive district municipality. “Things have certainly changed over the years. Back in the day, one server was more than enough for …

It’s going to be spectacular! It’s going to be cool! It’s Spring! It’s the Ganzekraal Jazz Festival!! Where? Ganzekraal Leisure Resort. When. 20th – 23rd September. Who’s performing? Vernon Castle & After Sunset. Don Vino Prins. Leslie Kleinsmith. Theo Watt. …

Employee branding is embraced in the private sector but given the need for local government to attract and retain top talent, especially for those in a rural environment, creating a brand which resonates becomes increasingly important in the public sector. …

The basic needs of communities are typically access to food, personal security, energy, housing, sanitation, employment, water security and employment. Weskus Distrik’s Municipal Manager David Joubert believes that providing these basic needs are expected, but local government needs to take …

As local municipalities compete for investment it would be tempting to keep the skills and experience gained from 13 consecutive clean audits to oneself, partly because of capacity. But this is not the way of Weskus Distrik which counts ‘inclusiveness’ …

When one has a clear vision and purpose it’s vital to immerse all those who have a role in achieving your objectives, and this extends beyond employees. This is true in the public sector where the supply chain is crucial …

If ever there was a time to head to the Weskus, it’s September. It’s our renowned flower season. But it’s also the debut of the Ganzekraal Jazz Festival, mere steps away from the azure Atlantic Ocean. Don’t miss it! It’s …

Infiltration of local government by criminal organisations is not restricted to South Africa. Although Canada ranks low for public sector corruption, The Criminal Intelligence Service Canada (CISC) found that in 2022, 29 organized crime groups have “influence and access” within …

In an environment of dismal public service delivery (only 38 out of 257 municipalities received clean audits in 23/24), Weskus Municipal Manager David Joubert shares some insights on what constitutes success in a municipality. Based on the role envisaged for …

The opportunities to grow in any municipality are limited to the ambition, qualifications, work ethic and size of the municipality. There is little that prohibits ambitious people – be they interns or general workers – from growing through the ranks …

The need to attract investment, gain a share of the semi-gration market and attract young talent is driving the need for municipalities to position as brands. For many, the difference between corporate values and brand values is hard to grasp. …

Agriculture and fishing are key drivers of the Weskus economy. You can’t move your farm but if you’d like to farm here, the Western Cape Department of Agriculture can provide you with key insights and support. Agriculture consists mostly of …

If ever there was a time to head to the Weskus, it’s September. It’s our renowned flower season. But it’s also the debut of the Ganzekraal Jazz Festival, mere steps away from the azure Atlantic Ocean. Don’t miss it! It’s …

Weskus Distrik looks beyond its regional responsibilities and recognises the role that it can play in providing hope for South Africans by collaborating with the public and private sectors to promote ethical leadership, robust governance, and new answers to old …

Chief Financial Officers, financial practitioners, and administrators with vested interest in municipal financial services gathered at Ganzekraal on the Weskus earlier this week. This platform creates a robust environment for local government’s financial leaders to discuss public sector financial management …

Weskus Distrik’s ‘fountain of youth’ keeps on bubbling, developing a flow of talent for the future. Weskus is particularly pleased with the progress of intern Eswillethe Fransman. After matriculating at Vredendal High School, Eswillethe completed a Batchelor’s degree in Commerce …

Weskus Distrik’s Deputy Mayor Sandra Crafford discusses her switch from the private sector to the public sector and her Financial Oversight role. Sandra also encourages finance graduates to join the public sector and urges residents to get involved in their …