Dear readers, In the days ahead, our cities will see a change in municipal leadership

Date: issued 15 January 2026. Dear readers, In the days ahead, our cities will see a change in municipal leadership. While elections are part of this process, the everyday experience of urban life is shaped by how municipal institutions function on the ground. The office of the Municipal Commissioner carries a unique responsibility. It sits at the intersection of policy, service delivery, and citizen engagement, requiring not (Extractive summary — verify with official source.)