7.9 It was reported that a Mr Martin Sebakwane's fixed-term contract of employment expired since it was linked with that of the former Executive Mayor. Since the former Executive Mayor had been re-called in January 2010, Mr Sebakwane was given a letter that automatically terminated his contract in March 2010. However, evidence suggested that this official was still on the municipal pay-roll system and was still receiving a monthly salary of R38, 241.44.