Cash-strapped Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality has exceeded its legal budget by more than R4.5 million, with total legal expenditure reaching R7 570 321.48 despite an allocation of only R3m. Municipal records further reveal that R4 754 429 of the amount was paid to K Matladi Inc, a Zeerust law firm, in less than six months, sparking allegations of irregular appointments and inflated fees.