Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced a proposal to reduce the city's mayoral committee (cabinet) from 10 to 5 members and to privatize certain municipal services. The plan, reported by News24, aims to streamline decision-making and improve service delivery.
Hill-Lewis, a member of the Democratic Alliance (DA), said the move would cut political posts and allow professional managers to run key services. The proposal includes outsourcing functions such as waste collection and fleet management to private contractors, a model already used in some areas.
The announcement has drawn mixed reactions. Some analysts argue privatization could improve efficiency, while critics worry about job losses and reduced accountability. The city council is expected to debate the plan in the coming months.
As of August 2026, no formal vote has taken place, and the proposal remains under discussion. The city has not released specific cost savings figures.
