By Charmaine Ndlela
Democratic Alliance (DA) Johannesburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille says the party will prioritise efforts to attract at least 200,000 new jobs to the city over the next five years if it wins control after the upcoming local government elections.
Speaking at the launch of the party’s pledges at Johannesburg City Hall on Saturday, Zille outlined five key priorities the DA says it will implement to turn around the city, including restoring basic services and improving infrastructure.
She said the party’s governance model, which it says has been successful in DA-run metros such as the City of Cape Town, could help revive Johannesburg’s economy and rebuild public confidence.
The DA has governed Johannesburg in brief stints through coalitions since the 2016 local government elections through mayors Herman Mashaba and Dr Mpho Phalatse.
Zille said the DA’s first priority would be restoring reliable water and electricity supply for residents
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