JOHANNESBURG – Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane, the newly elected Chairman of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), emphasized the importance of strengthening ties with the provinces during her inaugural address at the Cape Town International Convention Center. Elected during the NCOP’s first meeting, Mtsweni-Tsipane highlighted the critical need for fostering dynamic relationships with provincial legislatures and the communities they serve. She urged permanent delegates to be proactive in facilitating ongoing interaction between provincial and national governance. Mtsweni-Tsipane, Mpumalanga’s outgoing premier, stressed that such engagements are vital for effective governance, reinforcing the connection between provincial and national authorities.
Original Source: EWN
Date: 2024-06-01 12:00:00
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