Ex-mayor Brink criticises ActionSA’s coalition, warns of ANC-EFF influence in Tshwane

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Speaking to BizNews editor Alec Hogg on this morning's BizNews Briefing podcast, former Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink discussed his views on the destabilising effects of the ActionSA-ANC-EFF coalition on Tshwane's governance, citing setbacks in financial recovery and infrastructure management. Brink highlighted his concerns over ANC control and the potential impact on Tshwane’s future, emphasizing the DA's commitment to growth and stability in Gauteng.
1 Nov 2024 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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