Cllr Sibusiso Nigel Gumede – eThekwini EXCO Member
Cllr Sibusiso Nigel Gumede, who chairs the Human Settlements and Infrastructure committee and is a member of Exco, said it was good to be back in his former position to continue where he left off, but admitted it would not be an easy journey.
In his previous term as a councillor, Gumede chaired the Housing Committee, now called the Human Settlements Committee. “I have an in-depth knowledge of the issues involved and experience of the committee. But a lot needs to be done to satisfy our residents, because houses are in huge demand,” Gumede said.
One of Gumede’s goals is to strengthen the relationship between councillors and municipal officials, and between local government and provincial government to ensure a good service delivery. “We want to promise what we are capable of achieving. Good relationships between councillors and communities is vital.”