The Siyathemba Local Municipality (STLM) reported that ESKOM supplies electricity in Prieska, Marydale and Niekershoop areas and that electricity accounts are paid on a monthly basis. The STLM reported that the DBSA gave them a R3.5 million loan and it was repay in full. The STLM reported that it has good relations with the Department of Public Works regarding the construction of access roads. The STLM reported that the Department of Water and Environmental Affairs assisted it with the maintenance of water systems.