Christo Peyper has decades of experience in local government, politics and community service. He began as an independent councillor in Krugersdorp in 1982 and later served as mayor, before becoming a DA councillor and caucus leader in Mogale City. Since joining the VF Plus, he has served as a councillor in Mbombela, a Federal Council delegate and a member of several key committees. He currently serves as a councillor in Mbombela and Ehlanzeni District and remains involved in various civic organisations.