South Africa - Local Gov, Provinces, Municipalities

South Africa - Local Gov, Provinces, Municipalities: Local government was established in 1909 when the four former colonies became provinces. Each was governed by a white-elected provincial council with limited legislative powers. The administrator of each province was appointed by the central government and presided over an executive committee representing the majority party in the council. Provincial councils were abolished in 1986, and the executive committees, appointed by the president, became the administrative arms of the state in each province. By the late 1980s a small number of Blacks, Coloureds, and Indians had been appointed to them. In 1994 the four original provinces of South Africa (Cape
South Africa is the southernmost country on the African continent, renowned for its varied topography, great natural beauty, and cultural diversity, all of which have made the country a favored destination for travelers since the legal ending of apartheid (Afrikaans: ‘apartness,’ or racial segregation) in 1994.

South Africa - Local Gov, Provinces, Municipalities

The Provinces Of South Africa Oficial Online