1. The NCOP approves the intervention in terms of section 139 (1)(b) of the Constitution in Msunduzi Local Municipality for a period of six months. 2. The Minister for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs should approach the Hawks to pursue criminal investigation in all cases of financial irregularities and fraud in Msunduzi Local Municipality, as a matter of urgency. A progress report in this regard should be forwarded to the NCOP within one month.