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Marcus Moloko
Dr. Floyd Brink’s reappointment as Johannesburg City Manager offers a compelling case study for students of public administration and governance.
Removed previously for irregular appointments, Brink returned after reportedly topping a competitive interview process.
The new City Manager topped 10 other candidates for the position, including former Johannesburg Property Company chief executive Helen Botes.
He was the leading candidate while Botes and Bryne Maduka followed closely behind on scores.
Brink’s appointment has been described as a strategic move for robust leadership and effective governance. He boasts over 22 years of work experience, which includes 16 years in senior management roles.
His background includes financial management, engineering, and business administration.
On Thursday, the Johannesburg City Council approved Brink’s return.
His return, a third time in the role, has been met by challenges as he was previously removed due to a court order that deemed his appointment irregular.
Brink is believed to have close ties to the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), a concern for some ANC councillors who fear the appointment could shift power dynamics within the coalition.
The ANC-led coalition, which includes the DA, IFP, Patriotic Alliance, and other smaller parties, faces a new test of unity as Brink’s tenure officially begins on November 1, as the city prepares to host the G20 summit.
Brinks’ mandate will include stabilising service delivery in a city facing water shortages, power outages, and concerning infrastructure challenges.
While the DA has distanced itself from endorsing Brink, citing concerns over Brink’s previous tenure and the legal controversies surrounding his earlier appointments, a determined Brink allegedly proposed a city plan that outshone other potential candidates for the city manager role.
Brink left the city in December 2024 after a judgment found his appointment invalid following an application by the DA.
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