Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act No. 32 of 2000)SchedulesSchedule 2 : Code of Conduct for Municipal Staff Members7. Undue influence |
A staff member of a municipality may not—
| (a) | unduly influence or attempt to influence the council of the municipality, or a structure or functionary of the council, or a councilor [sic], with a view to obtaining any appointment, promotion, privilege, advantage or benefit, or for a family member, friend or associate; |
| (b) | mislead or attempt to mislead the council, or a structure or functionary of the council, in its consideration of any matter; or |
| (c) | be involved in a business venture with a councilor without the prior written consent of the council of the municipality. |