The Committees on Appropriations raised concern regarding the perceived lack of support provided by SALGA with respect to capacitating municipalities. SALGA responded that in support of municipalities they are partnering with universities who are service providers to strengthen the capacity of financial management. For example the University of Witwatersrand is offering a course in financial management. Furthermore, SALGA reported that it is reviewing the possibility of electing a permanent member to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) to provide support to the Committees concerning local government matters.