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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 86968, member: 27"]
A major restructuring plan at Local Government just got aired out with unions, aiming to tighten operations without dragging fights into court.

Restructuring talks at ministry headquarters
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[*]Ketlhalefile F.C. Motshegwa met labour unions on February 16, 2026.
[*]The session tackled the newly approved functional structure.
[*]Union representatives aired concerns during the dialogue.
[*]Leaders said the overhaul fits current socioeconomic demands.
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Dialogue over courtroom battles
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[*]Motshegwa pushed for settling disputes through internal talks.
[*]Minister warned against hauling workplace issues to court.
[*]Commitment to fair collective bargaining was reaffirmed.
[*]Mutual respect between staff and management was stressed.
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Devolution and governance focus
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[*]Ministry operations rest on human rights and decentralization principles.
[*]Devolution to Local Authorities was framed as a core pillar.
[*]Structure is meant to sharpen coordination across departments.
[*]Goal centers on faster, community-driven service delivery.
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Structure finalized after internal review
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[*]Mothusi James confirmed approval on January 26, 2026.
[*]The Deputy Permanent Secretary said unions were briefed afterward.
[*]Feedback session aimed to clarify headquarters and local changes.
[*]Engagement signaled transparency during institutional reforms.
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