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Governance & Public Accountability
Overview
The Overberg District Municipality is committed to promoting ethical governance, transparency, accountability, and responsible administration. Good governance forms the foundation of effective service delivery and ensures that municipal resources are managed in the best interests of all communities within the district. This page provides access to governance-related information, policies, reporting mechanisms, and resources that support accountability and public participation. Members of the public, municipal employees, stakeholders, and councillors are encouraged to make use of these resources to help uphold the principles of good governance and ethical conduct.
The Municipality encourages a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability in all its operations. Through various governance frameworks, policies, and reporting mechanisms, residents and stakeholders are able to access information, raise concerns, report wrongdoing, and contribute to the strengthening of local government.
This section provides access to documents and resources relating to:
• Fraud and Corruption Reporting: https://odm.org.za/download_document/3166
• Municipal Policies and Governance Frameworks: https://odm.org.za/resource-category/policies-and-laws
• Access to Information Resources (PAIA): https://odm.org.za/resource-category/policies-and-laws?archive=03-2026
• Codes of Conduct and Ethical Standards: https://odm.org.za/download_document/2296
The Municipality remains committed to investigating all allegations of fraud, corruption, maladministration, and unethical conduct in a fair, confidential, and responsible manner. Members of the public and municipal officials are encouraged to report any suspected wrongdoing through the appropriate reporting channels provided on this page.
By working together, we can promote accountable governance, strengthen public trust, and contribute to a transparent and responsive municipality.
Last published 07 July 2026