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Collected on 17 June 2026
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Rollover assessment outcome: return unspent MIG funds when rollover is not approved
Where rollover applications are not approved, unspent MIG amounts must be returned to the National Revenue Fund.
Such amounts must be returned to the National Revenue Fund when rollover applications are not approved.
Reference
https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/36398/
Opening Date
20 March 2026
Request municipality-specific historic MIG underspending/return figures from the National Treasury
The Department advises that municipality-specific historic figures for MIG underspending and reallocation data are held by the National Treasury, which is the custodian of consolidated MIG underspending and reallocation data.
The Department therefore advises the Honourable Member to obtain the municipality‑specific historic figures directly from the National Treasury, which is the custodian of consolidated MIG underspending and reallocation data.
Cost-reimbursement approach for MIG transfers (verification of completed works)
In 2025/26, 25 municipalities were placed on a cost-reimbursement approach, meaning MIG is transferred only upon verification of completed works.
Cost‑reimbursement approach : In 2025/26, 25 municipalities were placed on this approach, meaning MIG is transferred only upon verification of completed works.
Apply for rollover of unspent Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG) funds after the financial year closes
Municipalities may apply for rollover of unspent MIG funds after the close of each financial year. National Treasury evaluates the application against specified criteria; if the request does not meet the criteria, it is not approved and the municipality must return the unspent funds.
Under DoRA, municipalities may apply for rollover of unspent MIG funds after the close of each financial year.
