Vol 6 (2025)

Innovating Governance, guest edited by Dr. Tando Rulashe (0000-0001-5967-2766), Dr. Kutu Ramolobe (0000-0002-7176-2112), Prof. Pandelani Harry Munzhedzi (0000-0001-7969-1585) and Dr. Sareesha Pillay (0000-0002-8353-159X). This collection, Innovating Governance: Revolutionizing Local Government contributes to the journal by showcasing innovative practices and research that reimagine local governance in South Africa and globally. The articles assess best practices and emerging frameworks, offering actionable insights for policy and practice. This aligns with the journal’s mission to promote knowledge co-creation and practical innovation in local government.

Editorial
Adaptive governance for resilient local service delivery Ogochukwu I. Nzewi	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a322 \| 31 October 2025

Original Research
Stakeholder engagement framework to improve public housing delivery: A Stellenbosch case study Monwabisi S. Xegwana, Michael Twum-Darko, Robertson K. Tengeh	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a224 \| 06 February 2025

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Towards an approach for enhancing water security: The case of South Africa Neo W. Mokone, Vusi Gumede	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a228 \| 11 February 2025

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Water service delivery challenges in Modimolle-Mookgophong Local Municipality, Limpopo, South Africa Tumelo C. Seema, John N. Molepo, Caiphus M. Maleka	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a217 \| 28 February 2025

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Legal and policy perspectives on public participation and disaster risk management in South African cities Fredua Agyemang	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a259 \| 15 April 2025

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Technology’s dual role in smart cities and social equality: A systematic literature Ayanda Ntanda, Randall Carolissen	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a238 \| 18 April 2025

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The gap between public finance legislation and local economic development in South Africa Sandile M. Khomo, Tshililo R. Farisani, Pfano Mashau	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a243 \| 25 April 2025

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Supply chain management administrative burdens: A case study of five South African municipalities Tania Ajam	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a206 \| 14 May 2025

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Complexity and effectiveness in disaster risk management within local municipalities Avela Nobambela, Babalo Yekani	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a269 \| 14 July 2025

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Use of evaluation evidence in municipal decisions: The case of Tshwane’s indigent programme Lesedi S. Matlala, Diniko P. Setwaba	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a278 \| 08 August 2025

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Barriers to digital transformation in Gauteng’s municipal health clinics Musawakhe H. Khumalo, Tankiso S. Moloi	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a282 \| 22 August 2025

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Challenges of municipal revenue management on service delivery at Mtubatuba Local Municipality Mendy T. Mthethwa, Ndwakhulu S. Tshishonga	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a250 \| 07 November 2025

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Municipal election systems and their implications for ethical and accountable democratic governance at eThekwini Municipality Ndwakhulu S. Tshishonga	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a251 \| 07 November 2025

Editorial - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Rethinking local government, coalitions, and innovation for a capable developmental state Tando Rulashe	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a276 \| 26 August 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Assessing the impact of digital technologies on service delivery in local government Sifiso Mofokeng, Kutu S. Ramolobe, David L. Bogopa	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a234 \| 24 March 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Exploring infrastructure project delays in a selected Eastern Cape Municipality, South Africa Siyabonga M. Faku, Yusuf Lukman	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a235 \| 11 April 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Exploring the nexus between political careerism and political killings in South Africa’s local government level Thandolwethu Nomarwayi, Mbasa Mvenene	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a261 \| 13 May 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Embedding public participation in service delivery planning in South Africa France K.L. Kgobe, Mohamed S. Bayat, Abdulrazak Karriem	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a232 \| 28 May 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Investigating strategies to improve municipal infrastructure grant in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Zolani Tafeni, Bhekithemba R. Mngomezulu	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a236 \| 18 June 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Service delivery conundrum and the use of monitoring and evaluation in the province of the Eastern Cape, South Africa Xolisile G. Ngumbela, Lusanda B. Juta	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a222 \| 31 July 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Ethical nexus: Navigating organisational dynamics for enhanced compliance in municipal procurement processes Ayanda Jam, Mohamed Bayat, Tando Rulashe	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a225 \| 12 August 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Innovating Governance
Promoting financial management in local municipalities through accountability Sazi W. Gcabashe, Sareesha Pillay	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a241 \| 27 August 2025

Correction
Corrigendum: Rethinking local government, coalitions, and innovation for a capable developmental state Tando Rulashe, Kutu Ramolobe, Pandelani H. Munzhedzi, Sareesha Pillay	\| HTML \| EPUB \| XML \| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a325 \| 20 October 2025

Reviewer Acknowledgement
Acknowledgement to reviewers Editorial Office	\| PDF
Journal of Local Government Research and Innovation \| Vol 6 \| a324 \| 10 November 2025

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