Hlabisa explained the IFP's position on coalition leadership in municipalities. The party argues that the mayoral seat should be occupied by the largest party within the coalition. According to him, this arrangement gives the mayor sufficient authority to govern effectively. He suggested that smaller coalition partners might lack the power needed for stable municipal management. The statement was made while discussing potential collaborations in hung municipalities. Hlabisa emphasized that the IFP is open to working with other parties under those conditions. He linked the mayoral principle to the goal of ensuring consistent local administration.