The outbreak of corona has forced members of the public to practise social distancing at all times. The Municipality of Ezulwini is no exception to such practise as the authorities have introduced electronic means of paying rates and making other payments associated with the council.

This was introduced to make sure ratepayers (residents) limit movement and commuting to the premises of the municipality. In a statement, the Public Health and Environment Manager mentioned that this practise will also reduces instances of people handling hard cash which may result in a speeded spread of the corona virus.

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Some residents expressed that they are happy about this resolution as they had long been awaiting such an innovation. Some residents however, brought to light that some matters needed to be attended in person. In response, the PHEM mentioned that telephone lines and email communication was greatly encouraged to ensure limited movement and maintain social distancing among people.