Section 79 committees are municipal committees that are established in terms of ss 79 of the Local Government: Municipal Structures Act 117 of 1998. These committees are established in municipalities to enable councils to delegate specific functions and to strengthen the work of council. Additionally, Section 79 committees monitor the delivery and outputs of the executive. Each one monitors a council portfolio and may call departments, municipal entities and members of the mayoral committee to account.

The Municipal Oversight and Accountability Project: JB Marks Local Municipality seeks to understand how the non-functionality of Section 79 committees affects the well-being of local residents, businesses, and community leaders. To better understand the impact of this issue, we are conducting a survey and requesting your participation. Your responses will help us identify the challenges faced by the community and inform potential solutions.