Leadership
Discover the vision, dedication, and strategic direction of Oranjemund Town Council's leadership. This portal highlights our leaders' roles, responsibilities, and commitment to driving sustainable development and community growth. Stay informed about key initiatives and leadership updates.
This section provides insight into the governance structure and leadership of the Oranjemund Town Council, as guided by the Local Authority Act, Act 23 of 1992. Led by the Mayor and elected Councillors serving on a part-time basis, the Council functions through committees such as the Management Committee to implement policies and oversee development. In support of transparency and public engagement, it also features meeting schedules of Council and public meetings open to the community.
In accordance with the Local Authority Act, Act 23 of 1992, the Mayor of Oranjemund serves as the political head and Chairperson of the Council. In line with the regulations governing elected municipal leaders in Namibia, the Mayor and Councilors of the Oranjemund Town Council have no executive powers and perform their duties on a part-time basis. The Local Authority Act, Act 23 of 1992, grants the Mayor supervisory powers over the Council concerning policy direction and the execution of all development programs and projects.
The powers and functions of the Mayors are prescribed in the Local Authorities Act (Act 23 of 1992). In terms of the statutory functions of the Mayor of a Municipal Council, the Mayor is responsible for, amongst others to be the principal head and, in consultation with the Municipal Council to:
In terms of Section 11 and 21 of the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23 of 1992) as amended, Local Authority Councils are required to elect Office Bearers every year before the expiry of the term of the current Office Bearers. A full local authority Council serves for a five (5) year term, while its Office bearers being the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and members of the Management Committee are elected every year.
The Management Committee as per the legislation is a sub-committee of Council ensuring that the decisions of the Council are carried out. The committee is composed of five members, nominated amongst the Honourable Councillors, with the Mayor and Deputy Mayor as ex-officious, with no voting rights. The Management committee is responsible for the final compilation of the budget for approval by Council and has delegated powers to control expenditure of Council and report at meetings of Council on the exercise of the powers, the performance of duties and functions delegated.
The Oranjemund Town Council is committed to transparency, accountability, and participatory governance. This section provides residents and stakeholders with access to the full schedule of Council and Committee meetings, where important decisions that shape the future of our town are made. In line with the Local Authorities Act, as amended, public meetings are held to ensure that community members are informed and given the opportunity to engage with Council proceedings. The Meetings Calendar outlines upcoming sessions, while the Council Resolutions tab captures key decisions and actions taken.
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