Oudtshoorn, 01 April 2025 – The Greater Oudtshoorn Municipal Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mkhululi Yekani as Municipal Manager, effective 01 April 2025. Following a selection process, Mr. Yekani has been appointed on a performance-based fixed-term contract, not exceeding one year after the next local government elections.
The Council’s decision, formalized during the ordinary meeting on 31 March 2025, awaits concurrence from the Western Cape MEC for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.
“We are committed to transparency and will submit a detailed report to the MEC within 14 days, as resolved. Oudtshoorn Municipality looks forward to Mr. Yekani’s leadership in advancing our vision of prosperity for all,” said the Executive Mayor of the Greater Oudtshoorn, Alderman Johan Allers.