5.1 The key problems which led the PEC to invoke the provisions of section 139(1)(b) of the Constitution and assuming the executive responsibilities at Mkhondo Local Municipality relates to systemic problems, whereby, the Municipality as a whole has failed to effectively deliver on its constitutional mandate. There was no alignment and integration of the IDP (Integrated Development Plan) and SDBIP (Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan) within the municipal system. The IDP and its related SDBIP appeared to exist outside of the normal functioning of the system and were not adhered for compliance, and not used as a management tool. The performance management measures were largely activity centred, and not linked to the actual delivery of services.