Pretoria: The Executive Council members of the two provinces led by Premier Lazarus Kagiso
Mokgosi and acting Premier Lebogang Maile held a successful meeting in Pretoria to consider
progress reports on the cross-boundary issues that affect the two provinces. Various
workstreams led by Heads of Departments from the two provinces were set up to investigate
the cross-boundary issues with a view to providing lasting solutions on the identified
challenges.
Some of the challenges that were discussed between the two provinces include the transfer of
properties that are currently funded by Gauteng province but are in the North West province,
other assets that are in Gauteng province and belong to the North West province, the
Industrial Parks, municipal services and the North West Transport Investments (NTI).
The meeting resolved that the workstreams led by HODs should be empowered to urgently
finalise matters that are jointly agreed upon, such as transfers of assets and properties, and
provide final proposed solutions The two provinces recognize the challenges that bedevil the
NTI as a North West entity, which is expected to provide services to the residents of Gauteng
but has not been able to do so.
Further that workable and existing investment models should be explored to resuscitate and
make it viable. The leadership of the two provinces expressed their commitment to ensuring
effective intergovernmental coordination and cooperative governance. Continuous
engagements will be maintained to address any residual administrative issues, improve
service delivery, and promote equitable development across the affected communities.
Speaking on behalf of the North West Provincial Government, Premier Mokgosi expressed
appreciation at the collaboration demonstrated by the leadership of the two provinces while
acting Premier Maile reaffirmed the dedication of Gauteng province to strengthening
collaboration between provinces in the spirit of unity and efficient governance for the benefit of
all citizens. The two provinces have further agreed to convene another meeting in January
2026 to address outstanding matters.
ENDS
Issued by North West Office of the Premier.
For enquiries, contact
Brian Setswambung
Office of the Premier
North West Provincial Government
Cell: 076 012 4501
E-mail: BSetswambung@nwpg.gov.za
Or
Elijah Mhlanga
Office of the Premier
Gauteng Provincial Government
Cell: 083 580 8275
E-mail: Elijah.Mhlanga@gauteng.gov.za
