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Unpacking the challenge of consultocracy in South African local government

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  • Arthur Shopola

    (North West University)

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This study aimed to analyze the challenge of consultocracy in the administration of local government in South Africa, and to further identify its triggering factors and related consequences. Data collection was guided by qualitative research approach whereby 20 officials responsible for the management of different municipal internal units were interviewed. The data were thematically analysed. Among other things, the study identified skills deficit, corruption and absolute or geographical impossibility as key triggering factors behind consultocracy in municipal governments. Firstly, the study raises alarm to the emerging practices of consultocratic managerialism in the administration of local government. Secondly, it adds to the body of literature ways in which consultocracy manifests and the municipal vulnerabilities, as well as practical ways to overcome this problem. Key Words:Consultocracy, Local government, Consultancy, Collins Chabane Local Municipality, Polokwane Municipality

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  • Arthur Shopola, 2025. "Unpacking the challenge of consultocracy in South African local government," International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy (2687-2293), Bussecon International Academy, vol. 7(2), pages 336-345, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:adi:ijbess:v:7:y:2025:i:2:p:336-345
    DOI: 10.36096/ijbes.v7i2.800
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