(Solved): Question 1 (25 Marks) Evaluate how decentralization and fiscal federalism have impacted the performa ...

Question 1 (25 Marks) Evaluate how decentralization and fiscal federalism have impacted the performance of local governments like Makana Municipality and critically discuss the challenges of balancing local autonomy with national oversight. Question 2 (25 Marks) Examine the role of public budgeting in addressing service delivery failures in Makana Municipality and explain how budget reforms can improve fiscal discipline and resource allocation. Question 3 (25 Marks) Analyse the effectiveness of the Municipal Financial Management Act (MFMA) in preventing financial mismanagement in local governments and elaborate on how its implementation could have prevented the crisis in Makana Municipality.