CHAPTER 14 LOCAL GOVERNMENT 172. Local Government Institutions (1) There will be local government institutions consisting of urban councils in urban areas and rural district councils in rural areas. (2) An Act of Parliament will provide for the establishment and powers of local government institutions, including by-laws and regulations and to levy rates and taxes. (3) A local government institution will govern the affairs of its community subject to national and provincial legislation. 173. Principles of Local Government (1) The purpose of local government will be: (a) to provide democratic and accountable government for local communities. (b) to promote social and economic development (c) to provide participation by the people in decision-making. (2) Local government institutions must be given as much autonomy as is conducive for the attainment of the objects of local governance. (3) Traditional leaders will be incorporated in local government structures. 75