The recently reconfigured North West Department of Local Government and Human Settlements wishes to congratulate and welcome the new Member of Executive Committee (MEC), Collen Mokone Maine, on his appointment to the portfolio.
MEC Maine’s appointment follows the announcement of the new Members of Executive Committee by North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo yesterday. MEC Maine’s appointment comes hot on the heels of the new Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Pravin Gordhan and Deputy Minister responsible for Provincial and Local Government, Andries Nel, Minister of Human Settlements, Lindiwe Sisulu and Deputy Minister, Zoe Kota-Hendricks.
MEC Maine was a delegate at National Council of Provinces (NCOP) from 2009 till 2013. He served as a member in the Trade and International Relations, Defence and Economic Development Committees before being called to serve as MEC for Social Development in August 2013.
“With the advent of the 15th anniversary of Local Government and the fast approaching 2016 Local Government elections we are confident that MEC Maine will be able to give political direction and guidance for municipalities to discharge on their mandate of ensuring accelerated and quality services to our communities as well as facilitating the provision of quality differentiated housing delivery in the province” said Head of Department Mr. Monnapula Motlogelwa.
Spokesperson: Dineo Lolokwane @ 072 542 8444
