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History is include unemployment, economic of the National School of Government leaders at the Municipal Demarcation taking into account those committed development, poverty, re-imagining (NSG) to the establishment of a after Covid19, the KZN floods, waste capable, professional Board who are committed toand responsive to service excellence, SA ethical management, housing, our energy public sector, and speaks to Principal, delivering spatial justice, and they leadership, transformation crises, social cohesion and bridging Prof Busani Ngcaweni, about the NSG’s share with us their career highlights,sphere and empowerment. the digital divide, to name just a few work in the local government of the challenges we now face. include to programme partnerships empoweringthat advices other women andfighting capacity building and views on GBV. interventions, One such woman is our AuditorLocal, provincial and national so that public servants can best General Tsakani Maluleke, whoseleaders are looking at government understand and implement We spoke with career is grounded in innovative a passionsolutions, and and synergies theirJoy work.Hlongwane, society and the private a successful young female duty for her work, andwith hercivil active sector, to identify and seize June 2022 coincides with Youth entrepreneur, and the owner of contribution to serving the nation. opportunities for collective impact.

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“A clean audit should not be undermined or underestimated; it is an important foundation to achieve for a municipality to deliver much-needed services to their communities and spend scarce public resources prudently to improve their lived experiences,” says Maluleke

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AUDITOR-GENERAL TSAKANI MALULEKE CALLS ON MUNICIPAL LEADERS

to transform local government to improve people’s lives

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hile launching the 2020-21 consolidated general report on the local government audit outcomes, Auditor-General (AG,) Tsakani Maluleke, called on all role players in the local government accountability ecosystem to diligently play their part to ensure accountability for government spending, and for improving service delivery and quality of life for South Africa’s citizens.

challenges in municipalities,” she says.

She said the report “presents a not-tobe-missed opportunity for the new administration to address the already reported audit findings,” and called on all role players involved in local government to “heed our call to action to transform local government and improve people’s lives”.

The AG emphasized that, “A clean audit should not be undermined or underestimated; it is an important foundation to achieve for a municipality to deliver much-needed services to their communities and spend scarce public resources prudently to improve their lived experiences.”

The AG reports that, over the term of the previous administration, the national audit office was consistent in its messages about the progressive and sustainable improvements required to prevent accountability failures and how such failures should be dealt with. Among other matters, the AGSA had emphasised the need to strengthen basic financial and performance management disciplines, and to safeguard and maintain municipal infrastructure to prevent mismanagement, transgressions, nonperformance, fraud and financial loss.

Her office’s latest report reflects on the audit outcomes over the five-year term of the previous local government administration, and she says the trends in the report demonstrate that the fourth administration (2016-17) left municipalities in a worse financial position than when they took office.

“The lack of improvement in municipal outcomes is an indictment on the entire local government accountability ecosystem, which failed to act and arrest the decline that continued to be characterised by service delivery

Unheeded calls result in undesirable audit outcomes

The AG noted that, “Unfortunately, these issues persist.” She said, “Our message was always directed at the leadership, imploring them to turn the tide in local government – the theme of our 2019-20 general report was, Ethical and accountable leadership

should drive the required change.”

A renewed call for a culture shift Following the 2021 municipal elections new councils were formed, with a new electoral mandate. And she stated that, “It is now time to activate the accountability ecosystem to shift the culture in local government towards performance, integrity, transparency and accountability, saying that it can only be achieved through a shared vision, and leadership that is: • • • • •

Courageous, Ethical, Accountable, Capable, and Citizen-centric.

She called on all role players involved in local government including; mayors, municipal councils, municipal public accounts committees, audit committees, provincial leadership, premiers, members of the executive council (MECs) of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) and Finance, coordinating national ministries of CoGTA and Finance, provincial legislatures, Parliament, citizens and community organisations, to play their part to the betterment of people’s lives. >

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MFMA 2020-21 AUDIT OUTCOMES ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT STATE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT Overall audit outcomes The AGSA’s audit outcomes, based on the audits performed on the quality of financial statements and performance reports, and on compliance with key legislation, showed that some municipalities improved their audit outcomes, just to regress again in later years. Overall, only 61 municipalities had a better audit outcome in 2020-21 than in 2016-17, with 56 now having a worse audit outcome.

She stated that clean audit outcomes continued to represent less than a fifth of the local government budgets, although it was encouraging to see the slight increase in the number of clean audits - 27 municipalities were able to maintain their clean audit status throughout the administration, 14 achieved a clean audit for the first time, while six lost their clean audit status.

“A clean audit outcome is not always an indicator of good service delivery and does not always directly correlate to the lived experience of all the communities in a municipal area,” explains Maluleke.

“However, we have seen that municipalities that have the controls and systems in place to plan, measure, monitor and account for their finances and performance, and to stay within the rules, often also have a solid foundation for service delivery that will benefit their communities. This provides these municipalities with opportunities to shift their focus to ensuring the delivery of services for the benefit of all their residents.”

The AG gave the example of Senqu, a small, rural Eastern Cape municipality, and Western Cape municipalities such as the Cape Winelands and West Coast that have received a clean audit for five consecutive financial years, and reports show that these municipalities have used firm controls and systems to benefit their communities through effective service delivery.

The graphic on the right shows the overall audit outcomes and movement since the 2016-17 financial year.

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Despite the improvement in the number of clean audits, it was evidenced that, for the most part, internal controls and financial management disciplines are still lacking, and that local government still has a long way to go before we can celebrate improvements. The vast majority of unqualified audit opinions are only achieved after the auditee was given an opportunity to correct the annual financial statements that were submitted for auditing, which is not sustainable. There are also still municipalities with disclaimed audit opinions, while municipal financial health continues to deteriorate and service delivery is declining.

Material irregularities The AGSA has recorded successes and has made an impact in implementing its enhanced powers. Through its expanded mandate, and especially the issuing of material irregularities (MIs), the Office has enriched its insights and strengthened its ability to influence and enforce performance, accountability, transparency and integrity in local government. In this regard, a number of notable successes were recorded on matters relating to actual or potential financial loss, as well as those causing substantial harm to institutions and their entities, and those causing substantial harm to communities. For 81% of these matters, municipalities had not taken any action until the Office of the Auditor-General issued the MI notifications to them. On MIs with financial loss, notifications led to the successful correction of municipal

billing systems, which led to an increase in revenue; prevention of further financial losses; improved municipal systems; improved controls; and safeguarding of assets.

In some cases, accounting officers responded to the MIs issued by stopping supplier contracts where money was being lost or where there was the potential for fraud, instituting criminal investigations by the relevant state agencies and disciplining municipal officials where that was required.

In the 2020-21 financial year, the AGSA issued MI’s against repeatedly disclaimed municipalities, these material irregularities were causing substantial harm to the institutions.

Since then, the impact has been felt, with firm actions having been taken, notably, investigations have been performed or were underway to determine the root causes for the lack of records, registers and reconciliations.

Accounting officers have now developed action plans – or are in the process of doing so – to address the root causes, and financial recovery plans are receiving attention from municipalities, the national government and provincial government.

In the past year, and for the first time, the AGSA raised MIs where significant weaknesses in infrastructure and environment management resulted in pollution that caused harm to the general public.

“We are convinced that by implementing our enhanced powers

and being deliberate in raising these MIs, we can encourage corrective action and enforce accountability.

In this regard, the successful resolution of the MI is when further financial loss is prevented, the loss is recovered, the harm is effectively addressed, and consequences are effected against implicated officials,” says Maluleke.

municipalities, it is clear that financial reporting carried a substantial price tag in 2020-21, coming to just over R11,67 billion. Internal audit units and audit committees also reviewed the prepared financial statements, while national and provincial coordinating departments deployed specialist advisors to support finance units and provided tools to help ensure that financial reporting was credible.

Financial Reporting Financial reporting consultants have become a permanent feature in municipalities’ processes, and the annual cost of consultants doubled over the term of the previous administration, with the financial reporting cost of consultants totalling R1,26 billion in 2020-21.

Financial reporting consultants cost local government R5,31 billion over the term of the previous administration, and 70% of municipalities used consultants for every year of the term.

Maluleke states that the expected benefits of using consultants to enable quality financial statements were not always realised. The financial statements submitted for auditing by 121 (59%) of the municipalities that used consultants had material errors. Even after corrections, 41% received modified audit opinions.

When combining the money spent on finance units and consultants at

However, Maluleke notes that “despite the resources and support municipalities have available for financial management and reporting, the key financial management controls were not adequate to prevent material misstatements or major mistakes in the financial statements submitted for auditing”.

Financial Health The AGSA’s assessment of the financial health of 230 municipalities and 18 municipal entities based on their financial statements revealed increasing indicators of a collapse in local government finances and continued deterioration over the term of the administration. Maluleke paints a picture of municipalities often depending on the money they receive from the national government (in the form of an equitable share) to stay afloat. In 2020-21, this amounted to R80,26 billion, up from R67,83 billion in the previous year.

Metros The financial health of metros is particularly concerning, as they serve the largest segment of the population and account for more than half of the local government expenditure budget.

The City of Tshwane (Gauteng), City of Johannesburg (Gauteng), City of Ekurhuleni (Gauteng), City of Cape Town (Western Cape) and Nelson Mandela Bay (Eastern Cape) were all downgraded to below investment grade by 30 June 2021. Most of the metros were put review for further downgrades by the credit-rating agencies meaning that they could plunge deeper into sub-investment territory if economic conditions worsen.

Service Delivery Most municipalities had inadequate systems to collate and report on their performance information, and officials did not understand or could not apply the performance management and reporting requirements. There is a correlation between a good performance management system and service delivery, which weakens if performance measures and targets are not met. Many municipalities had no material findings on performance information because they corrected material errors identified during the audit process. This indicates weak and inconsistent monitoring controls over performance management processes and systems. >

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MFMA 2020-21 AUDIT OUTCOMES ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT Impact – municipalities with disclaimed audit opinions In 2020-21, there were 25 municipalities that received disclaimed audit opinions – the worst audit opinion possible.

This is almost 10% of all municipalities in the country. The AGSA could not express an opinion on the credibility of their financial statements or determine what was done with the funds the municipalities received for the year towards service delivery.

Maluleke said that in most of these municipalities, the auditors observed leadership instability (both at political and administrative level), poor oversight by councils, significant financial health problems, protests and strikes, a lack of consequences, and interventions that were not effective. She also stated that one of the key matters that plague the disclaimed municipalities is the lack of proper asset registers and records and that half of these municipalities struggled with project management, resulting in delays in project completion, overspending on contract amounts and contractors being paid for substandard work.

Municipalities had a lack of technical skills, and vacancies in the technical departments and in positions responsible for signing off on work

done in the project management units.

It was noted that six municipalities did not use unique identifiers such as payment descriptions and descriptive references for bank payments to enable meaningful matching and analysis between the bank statements and the financial system.

case when untreated sewage is discharged into water sources or refuse is illegally dumped or not properly compacted and treated at suitable sites,” the AG warns. See page 41-432 in the report for the impact of infrastructure neglect on service delivery.

Infrastructure:

CONCLUSION

We reported on weaknesses in infrastructure projects and inadequate maintenance and management of infrastructure throughout the term of the previous administration.

Culture of performance, accountability, transparency and integrity

Maluleke also notes that communities could be negatively affected by municipalities not properly maintaining the infrastructure and managing the environment for which they are responsible. “After inspecting some of the wastewater treatment works and landfill sites controlled by municipalities, our experts identified poor or ineffective environmental management, limited environmental monitoring and enforcement, as well as defective management and delivery of wastewater and solid waste services at municipalities. “When these sites are not properly operated, there is a significant likelihood that both service delivery and the environment could be negatively affected. This is the

“Our role and mandate as the country’s supreme audit institution is to audit every municipality and municipal entity, report on what we found and share the insights to strengthen transparency and enable accountability. It is not mere compliance for us, but a genuine effort to ensure improvement and enforce accountability where it is lacking.”

"We have a vision, shared by many, for this new administration to make significant strides towards instilling in local government a culture of performance, accountability, transparency and integrity. We will monitor the implementation, effectiveness and impact of the commitments made by various leaders over the term of the new administration,” concludes Maluleke.

Contact Details: Auditor-General of South Africa Contact: Africa Boso (012) 422 9880 Africab@agsa.co.za Follow the AGSA on Twitter: AuditorGen_SA Media note: The Consolidated general report on the audit outcomes of local government is available on www.agsa.co.za.

About the AGSA: The AGSA is the country’s supreme audit institution. It is the only institution that, by law, has to audit and report on how government is spending taxpayers’ money. This has been the focus of the AGSA since its inception in 1911.

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MUNICIPAL DEMARCATION BOARD

MDB GAME-CHANGERS

Committed to deliver spatial justice The Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) has transformed drastically over the years in terms of gender parity to currently being led by 50% of Board Members who are women. This has contributed to the good and consistent performance of the entity which is on an upward trajectory to deliver spatial justice.

MBALI PEARL MYENI DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON

Municipal Demarcation Board – Non-executive Director & Deputy Chairperson of the Board; Moses Kotane Institute – Non-executive Director; KZN Liquor Authority – Non-executive Director and Chairperson of the Board; KZN Gambling and Betting Board – Non-executive Director and Deputy Chairperson of the Board; Business Owner of two (2) POSTNET franchises, in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal.

WHAT MOTIVATES HER AND ADVICE TO OTHER WOMEN TO SUCCEED

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orn in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, Mbali Myeni is a middle child from a family of five siblings.

She holds a Masters of Commerce (MCom), Master’s in BusinessAdministration (MBA), Honours Bachelor of ArtsDegree (Communication Science Major), Diploma in Project Management, Bachelor of Arts (BA).

Her experience extends throughout her leadership roles in both the public and private sectors and a combination of more than 20 years of local and provincial government experience.

She has held various positions in the administrative establishment of uMngeni Local Municipality from 2011 until 2016 before she became a Councillor and Mayor of the same municipality serving a five-year term.

She has been appointed to various Boards gaining vast experience in Corporate Governance, and was appointed by SALGA to provide training to councillors.

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Myeni believes that women should believe in themselves, their hopes and their aspirations.

They should not be told by anyone that it cannot be done.

Rather try and fail at it – you will learn from your mistakes. Her advice to all women is to “work hard so that you won’t have to depend on anyone for anything.” As a mother to three beautiful kids she advises women to set an example for their children and to inspire them, “give them an opportunity to learn and be the people that they want to be and knowledge that will allow them to be able to conquer the world.”

VIEWS ON FIGHTING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN OUR SOCIETY Myeni believes that if you allow people to take advantage of you it will escalate to the level where you will not be in a position of control. She says that if you are experiencing domestic violence, speak out and reach out for help whilst you can. Don’t give in.

NAMSO BALISO BOARD MEMBER

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orn in Komani (formerly Queenstown), a small town in the Border region in the Eastern Cape, Namso Baliso has lived there most of her life attending boarding schools in the former Transkei area. She hails from a very close-knit family, and to this day spends as much time as possible with her siblings and elderly parents who she counts as her blessings and anchors.

Baliso holds qualifications in Town and Regional Planning and Project Management and has worked mostly in the public sector mainly, in the National Departments and in local government. As her studies were sponsored by government she intentionally stayed in the public sector after she qualified, wanting to not only show her gratitude, but wanting to be the change she wanted to see. Her vast skills cover areas of strategy, legislation and policy development; urban planning; international relations; environmental planning; administration; financial management; and project management.

WHAT MOTIVATES HER AND ADVICE TO OTHER WOMEN TO SUCCEED Baliso is highly motivated by her parents, who like many in the history of our country, are from humble beginnings entrenched in poverty in the rural areas but were able to overcome, work and provide for their family. Her passion for public service is inspired

by father who worked in various capacities in the fields of local government and housing. She inherited her love of helping people from her mother who worked as a qualified nurse. An avid traveller, her journeys to all provinces, the African continent, and overseas, and her experiences of different cultures, have moulded the person that she has become.

Her empowering advice to other women is that they must take the leap of faith and conquer the fears that hold them back, and to dare to reach beyond their dreams. She quotes Marianne Williamson, “Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? Your playing small does not serve the world. We were born to manifest the glory of God that is within us. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.”

HER VIEWS ON HOW WE CAN FIGHT GBV GBV is institutionalised in the context of the patriarchal South African society. It is mostly seen as a female problem.

For instance, when one speaks of the high levels of GBV some responses from men have tended to shift the narrative and say that men are also victims of violence.

While this is true, the magnitude and scale are tipped greatly against women. In my view, men should also actively participate in gender work and make it harder for their friends, colleagues and family members to be perpetrators; to be “their brother’s keeper” so to speak. >

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TINTSWALO BAADJIE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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intswalo Baadjie is a mother of two who was born and educated in Limpopo Province. She is a certified Professional Accountant with the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) and holds a Bcom Degree and an MBA. She has over 23 years’ experience in financial management and has worked for state owned entities such as the South African Post Office, in the banking sector for Standard Bank and ABSA and in the public sector at Gauteng Provincial Treasury. She is currently the Chief Financial Officer at the Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) and has been employed there for the past 5 years.

She is appreciative of the opportunities and the vast experience she has acquired despite the challenges that most black women face in the workplace. She has been fortunate to have come across managers who provided training, assistance and mentorship that led to her career as an executive at the MDB where she has proven to be instrumental in the entity achieving a clean audit for four (4) years in a row.

WHAT MOTIVATES HER AND ADVICE TO OTHER WOMEN TO SUCCEED She is motivated by young people in the workplace and finds fulfilment in mentoring and coaching them to be future accountants and assisting them to reach their full potential.

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She believes that women need to stop waiting for men to empower them and instead take matters into their own hands and empower themselves. She believes women need to lead by example and need to support each other and create an enabling environment so that the younger generation find a better place to reach their full potential.” Baadjie says “It is only women who can break the chains of patriarchy by believing in their own capabilities, men who believe in a patriarchal system which favours them are less inclined to want the status quo to change.”

HER VIEWS ON HOW WE CAN FIGHT GBV Speaking on GBV she says that due to the patriarchal nature of our society, gender-based violence thrives because most women rely on their abusers for financial well-being thereby limiting their choices. Furthermore, most awareness programmes focus on the victims and not on the perpetrators. As long as these matters are not addressed, GBV will persist.

“Creating an enabling environment for women will give them choices, and Programmes that focus on abusers by assisting them find better ways to deal with their anger will also come a long way in minimising GBV.”

BARILENG BATHAKGILE DICHABE SENIOR MANAGER: STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION

most women in higher positions. On her way up the ladder she has made sure to respect everyone regardless of their levels and to uplift and motivate female colleagues whenever she engages them.

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arileng Bathakgile Dichabe is a seasoned communicator with extensive experience in Communication, Stakeholder Relations, Public Relations and Marketing across various sectors. Within her portfolio at the MDB Dichabe specialises in events management, project management, strategy, content development, managing corporate social investment initiatives, amongst others.

She has worked in various government departments at national and provincial level and has worked for state-owned entities.

Dichabe comes from a close-knit family in Mabopane, and is married with three children. She obtained her Master’s in Management Degree from Wits Business School in 2015.

WHAT MOTIVATES HER AND ADVICE TO OTHER WOMEN TO SUCCEED Dichabe conveys her gratitude to her late mother Tiny Dibakoane for being her pillar of strength, for advising her to be independent at an early age, and to work hard. Her elderly father, Page Dibakoane, remains her hero for his unwavering support, his never-say-die attitude and resilience. She is grateful, that her parents provided a warm and loving home for the family, and instilled wonderful values of respect, hard-work and humility that have helped her and her siblings to thrive.

She firmly believes in the mantra ‘each one, teach one’ and is totally against the ‘pull her down syndrome’ perpetuated by

She says, “Women go through hard times whether personally or professionally. Why can’t we support and lift each other up where possible. Why not unite for a greater cause and break the barriers that prevents us from living our best lives.”

Dichabe believes that women can adapt to change effortlessly, and lead with distinction, and that this is the kind of leadership required given the current situation in the country.

She says “Empowered women are shattering the proverbial glass ceiling at a rapid pace as they occupy spaces previously reserved for men like never before. Women are claiming their spaces unapologetically. We are blessed with an extra dose of resilience that drives us to move mountains. Soon we will have the first ever female President in the country, watch this space.”

HER VIEWS ON HOW WE CAN FIGHT GBV Dichabe has a firm belief that teachings that will identify, reduce and prevent gender-based violence needs to start with boys and girls at elementary level at schools. She says that men need to step up and take a firmer and more visible stance at being stronger role models. It should be ingrained from a young age that women have equal rights to men and must be respected.

She strongly believes that tougher action taken against those who continue to abuse women and children will serve as a deterrent to this criminal behaviour. "Men need to change their mindsets, move with the changing times and work with women not against them. We need each other to move the country forward," said Dichabe.

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EAST CAPE MIDLANDS TVET COLLEGE

EASTCAPE MIDLANDS TVET COLLEGE: CREATING NEW FUTURES

E

astcape

Midlands

TVET

College

(EMC)

is

•

Be a centre of excellence, characterised by

continuing to play a critical and meaningful role

competitive competencies, capabilities and

in skills development and the lives of its students

service orientation

in the Eastern Cape Province. EMC serves a highly industrialised urban area; part of the Nelson Mandela Metropole, the rural western parts of the province, as well as Grahamstown and Graaff-Reinet. This means

Values

that the College faces unique challenges in being

We will uphold all the values as enshrined in the spirit

a provider for both the needs of a developed and

of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa

advanced industrial economy, as well as a widespread rural area with high rates of unemployment and poverty. Another challenge that EMC faces is the Eastern Cape’s primary and secondary education

and the various legislations that regulate the College directly or indirectly. We will particularly uphold strict financial discipline as contemplated by the PFMA.

systems in rural and less fortunate communities. Yet,

Our vision and mission will direct us at all times, and

amid the challenges, EMC has not only increased its

we will endeavour to be effective, efficient and

number of students who pass their exams yearly, but

economical at all times by being responsive and

has also produced the top 10 students in the country

relevant to our client’s needs and by working as a

over the past couple of years.

coherent team.

Vision To excel in creating employability and life-long learning opportunities for all our students and communities.

Mission Educating learners for career success and personal development by utilizing committed and competent staff, and a conducive learning environment and adequate resources. In support of our mission, we are committed to: • •

• Accountability • Transformation • Responsiveness • Innovation • Striving for high standards of service • Value addition EMC’s Head Office is situated at the corner of Cuyler

programmes

and Durban Street, Uitenhage. Contact details for our

Provide student support and services and

campuses are as follows:

students Be a modern but relevant college that is informed by development challenges facing its communities

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• Integrity • Human dignity • Transparency

Develop institutional capacity to support our

endeavor to assist in job placements for our •

Our core values are as follows:

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College Head Office/ Uitenhage Campuses: 041 995 2000 Graaff-Reinet Campus: 049 891 0201 Grahamstown Campus: 046 636 1823

Online Applications are NOW OPEN! Opening date: Monday, 1 August 2022 & Closing date: Friday, 30 September 2022

NCV

R191

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES:

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS STUDIES

LEVEL 2 - 4

N4 - N6

• MARKETING

• MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

• OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• FINANCE, ECONOMICS & ACCOUNTING

• MARKETING MANAGEMENT

• TOURISM

• BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

• HOSPITALITY

• HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

• SAFETY IN SOCIETY

• LEGAL SECRETARY

HIGH STREET CAMPUS, GRAAFF-REINET CAMPUS, GRAHAMSTOWN CAMPUS & HEATH PARK CAMPUS

THANDUXOLO CAMPUS, GRAAFF-REINET CAMPUS, GRAHAMSTOWN CAMPUS & HEATH PARK CAMPUS

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2 - 4 • INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTER SCIENCE • ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION • ENGINEERING RELATED DESIGN : AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR & MAINTENANCE • ENGINEERING RELATED DESIGN : FITTING & TURNING • ENGINEERING RELATED DESIGN : WELDING

CHARLES GOODYEAR CAMPUS & PARK AVENUE CAMPUS

N1 - N3 • CIVIL ENGINEERING • MOTOR ELECTRICAL • MOTOR MECHANIC & DIESEL MECHANIC • FITTING & MACHINING • ELECTRONIC TRADE • WELDING N4 - N6 • CIVIL ENGINEERING • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING • ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING CHARLES GOODYEAR CAMPUS & PARK AVENUE CAMPUS

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POSWA POSWAINCORPORATED INCORPORATED

As a wholly black-owned corporate commercial law firm, Poswa Incorporated promotes its ethos of brilliance, action and heart when rendering legal services to clients.

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RENDERING A A WIDE WIDE RANGE OF QUALITY AND RELIABLE LEGAL TO SOLUTIONS TO MUNICIPALITIES MUNICIPALITIES

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ounded in 2010, Poswa Incorporated is a progressive ounded in 2010, Poswa corporate and Incorporated iscommercial a progressive law firm providing services corporate and commercial across alllaw aspects of commercial firm providing services law, including the structuring of across all aspects of commercial transactions, negotiation and drafting law, including the structuring of agreements, legal opinionsand anddrafting due transactions, negotiation diligence. Poswa alsodue agreements, legalIncorporated opinions and offers conveyancing and notarial also diligence.

Poswa Incorporated expertise, litigation and dispute offers conveyancing and notarial resolution litigation through commercial and expertise, and dispute resolution through civil spheres, forensiccommercial investigativeand and civil spheres, forensic investigative advisory services, as well as labour and advisory services, law as well as labour and employment services. and employment law services.

As a wholly black-owned corporate As a wholly black-owned commercial law firm, Poswacorporate commercial firm, Poswa Incorporatedlaw promotes its ethos of Incorporated promotes itswhen ethos of brilliance, action and heart brilliance, action and heart when rendering legal services to clients. rendering legal services to clients.

Through its high value transactions Through high value transactions and deal its closures the firm has proven and deal closures the firm hasprovider, proven to be a credible legal services to be a credible legal services provider, within the South African landscape. within the South African landscape.

Poswa Incorporated has a wealth Poswa Incorporated has a wealth of experience in advising private of experience in advising private and public entities on practices and public entities on practices and procedures related to the rules, and procedures related to the rules, procedures and processes related procedures and processes related to their operations. The firm’s to their operations. The firm’s competitive advantage is provided by competitive advantage is provided by our comprehensive offering of broad our comprehensive offering of broad legal based services which includes legal based services which includes but are are not not limited but limitedto: to:advice adviceonon risk, procurement law; management; risk, procurement law; management;

ethical behaviour; and ensuring that accountability, transparency ethical behaviour; and ensuring and responsibility standards are met that accountability, transparency in respect of the relevant codes and responsibility standards are met legislation. inand respect of the relevant codes and legislation.

Our state clientele includes: Our state clientele includes: • The City of Johannesburg • The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; • Metropolitan Midvaal LocalMunicipality; Municipality; • • Midvaal Local Municipality; Mangaung Metropolitan • Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality; Municipality; • eThekwini Municipality; • eThekwini Municipality; • Ekurhuleni Metropolitan • Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality; Municipality; • Umgungundlovu District • Umgungundlovu District Municipality; Municipality; • RayNkonyeni NkonyeniMunicipality; Municipality; • Ray CityofofuMhlathuze uMhlathuze Local Local • • City Municipality; Municipality; DepartmentofofAgriculture, Agriculture, • • Department Rural Development, Land and Rural Development, Land and EnvironmentalAffairs; Affairs; Environmental SouthAfrican AfricanRevenue Revenue Services; Services; • • South • • Land of Landand andAgricultural Agricultural Bank of South SouthAfrica Africa(Land (Land Bank) Bank) Gauteng • Gauteng Partnership Trust(Gauteng trading Partnership Trust trading asDepartment Gauteng Partnership Fund of Human Settlements); (Gauteng Department of Human and and Propeller • Settlements); Gauteng Enterprise • Gauteng Enterprise (Gauteng Province).Propeller (Gauteng Province).

Poswa Inc is adequately equipped Poswa Inc is adequately equipped and well positioned to provide and well positioned to provide state entities with the following state entities with the following mentioned legal mentioned legal services: services: >

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POSWA POSWAINCORPORATED INCORPORATED

Contracts and Procurement Law Contracts and Procurement Law

•

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the Municipal Structures Act No. 117 the Municipal Structures Act No. of of 1998; 117 1998; the MunicipalSupply Supply Chain Chain the Municipal Management Regulations of 2005; Management Regulations of 2005; National Treasury Practice Notes; National Treasury Practice Notes; thePublic PublicFinance Finance Management Management Act the No. 1 of 1999; Act No. 1 of 1999; PreferentialProcurement Procurement Policy Preferential Policy Framework Act No. 5 of 2000; Framework Act No. 5 of 2000; PreferentialProcurement Procurement Regulations Preferential of 2017; Regulations of 2017; thePromotion Promotionof of Administrative Administrative the Justice Act No. 3 of 2000; Justice Act No. 3 of 2000; thePromotion Promotionof of Access Access to the to InformationAct ActNo. No. 22 of of 2000; Information 2000;and and theNational NationalTreasury Treasury Regulations Regulations the

Our corporate corporate commercial Our commercialteam teamdeals deals with a wide range of contract with a wide range of contractlaw law and corporate corporate commercial and commercialmatters matters which includes which includes general generalcommercial commercial drafting; document drafting; documentreview; review;regulatory regulatory advice in in relation advice relationto tocommercial commercial transactions; finance transactions; financetransactions; transactions; legal due diligence investigations legal due diligence investigations and reports; reports; transaction and transactionadvisory advisory services and opinions; services and opinions;memoranda memoranda of undertsanding; undertsanding; infrastructure of infrastructure development; and development; andassisting assistingwith with the facilitation facilitation of the ofpublic publicprivate private partnerships. partnerships.

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Poswa Inc has Poswa has vast vastexperience experienceinin dealing with contract dealing contractlaw lawmatters matters which includes includes negotiating, which negotiating,drafting, drafting, reviewing and reviewing and advising advisingon ona abroad broad range of complex range complexcontracts. contracts.

ForensicInvestigations Investigationsand andAdvisory Advisory Forensic Services Services

We providelegal legaladvice adviceand and We further further provide legal opinions relating but not limited legal opinions relating but not limited to legislation: to the the following following legislation: •• •• •

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the Republicofof theConstitution Constitution of of the the Republic South Africa Act No. 108 of 1996; 1996; South Africa Act No. 108 of the Municipal Finance the Municipal Finance Management Management Act of 2003; Act 56 of 2003; the56Municipal the Municipal Systems Act No. 32 Systems Act No. 32 ofof2000; 2000;

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Our forensic forensic services Our servicesare aredesigned designed to assist assist public, to public, private privateand andstateowned stateowned organisations in achieving their organisations in achieving their goals mitigating,and and goals by identifying, identifying, mitigating, remedying fraudulentactivities activitieswhich which remedying fraudulent threaten mandatesby: by: threaten core mandates •• conducting conductingholistic holistic and comprehensive and comprehensiveforensic forensic audits audits and investigations; investigations; •• drafting fraudrisk draftingand andimplementing implementing fraud risk management strategies; management strategies; •• preventing preventingand/or and/ormanaging managing

reputational risks; reputational risks; compilinganti-fraud anti-fraud and and corruption • • compiling policies and strategies; corruption policies and strategies; draftingpolicies policies and and processes processes • • drafting that prevent economic crime and that prevent economic crime and misconduct; and misconduct; and facilitatingthe theinstitution institution of • • facilitating of disciplinaryproceedings proceedings disciplinary great law law firm AAgreat firm isis one onethat thatputs putsitsits clients first.

This means not only clients first. This means not only providing high-quality high-quality legal providing legalservices, services, but also taking the time but also taking the timetotoget gettoto know each each client client and know andunderstand understand their unique unique needs. their needs.InInaddition, addition,a a great law law firm firm will great will be beresponsive responsivetoto client inquiries inquiries and client andattentive attentivetototheir their concerns.

Above all, a great law firm concerns. all, a great law firm will be be dedicated dedicated to will toachieving achievingthe the best possible possible outcome best outcomefor foreach eachand and every client. client. By a a every By putting puttingclients clientsfirst, first, great law law firm can great can build buildlong-lasting long-lasting relationships trustand andmutual mutual relationships of trust respect. respect.

This professionalconsistency consistency This isis the professional that Poswa Incorporated Incorporated that places places Poswa ahead legalgame, game,taking taking ahead of of the legal on daily,building buildingtheir their onchallenges challenges daily, credentials aimingfor foraastrong strong credentials and aiming outcome. be successful successfulininthe thefield field outcome. To To be of law one must care not only about of law one must care not only about the butthe theclient. client. the legal legal intricacies intricacies but

LUYOLO CHAIRMAN LUYOLO POSWA POSWA --CHAIRMAN Luyolo Poswa is the founder Luyolo Poswa is the founder of of Poswa Poswa Incorporated Attorneys.

In March Incorporated Attorneys. In March 2010 2010 Luyolo Luyolocommenced commencedbusiness businessunder underthe the name namePoswa PoswaIncorporated IncorporatedAttorneys, Attorneys, Notaries Notariesand andConveyancers.

Conveyancers.From From 2010 2010until until2017 2017heheserved servedasasthe theChief Chief Executive ExecutiveOfficer Officerof of the the company company as as well well asasthe theDirector Directorof ofaa successful successful banking banking and andfinance financedepartment. department.InInApril April 2017 2017 Luyolo appointed Nima Gagjee Luyolo appointed Nima Gagjeeas asthe the Chief ChiefExecutive ExecutiveOfficer Officer and and serves serves as as the the Chairman Chairmanasaswell wellasasthe thelead leaddirector director of of the theBanking Banking&&Finance FinanceTeam.

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Representing each Representing each individual individualclient client as an extension of their as an extension of theirown ownteam team something that isissomething that resonates resonatesstrongly strongly withPoswa Poswa Incorporated.

Incorporated. with PoswaIncorporated Incorporated has received Poswa received variousawards awards which speak to various to their their brilliant which include: include: brilliantservice, service, some of which - - Global Black-Owned Global100 100-- Best Best Black-Owned Commercial 2022- -South CommercialLaw Law Firm Firm --2022 South AfricaAfrica - - 2022 Top Empowered Empowered 2022Impumelelo Impumelelo Top Company – Qualifying company Company – Qualifying company - - Recognised by Best Lawyers 2022 Recognised by Best Lawyers 2022 - 2020 MEA Market African 2020 MEA Market African Excellence Excellence Award in recognition Award in recognition of being the of being the Best Black-Owned Best Black-Owned Commercial Law Commercial Law Firm – South Firm – South Africa Africa 2019 Certificate of Achievement - 2019 Certificate of Achievement awardininrecognition recognition of Top award of1st 1stPlace Place Performer ABSA Home Loans Top Performer ABSA Home Loans PanelAttorney, Attorney, Free Panel FreeState StateRegion Region 2019 Acquisition International - 2019 Acquisition International Achievement award Achievement award in in recognition of being recognition of being the the BestBest Black-Owned Commercial Black-Owned Commercial LawLaw – South Firm –Firm South AfricaAfrica Poswa head office Poswa Incorporated’s Incorporated’s head office isissituated in Johannesburg with situated in Johannesburg with its its provincial footprint in both Durban provincial footprint in both Durban and andBloemfontein.

Bloemfontein.

Luyolo’s leadership has taken the Luyolo’s leadership has taken the company from strength to strength company from strength to strength and will continue to drive Poswa and will continue to drive Poswa Incorporated’s mission and vision.

Incorporated’s mission and vision.

Luyolo is a Director for a number of Luyolo is a Director for a number of companies within the Debt Capital companies within the Debt Capital Market space. Notably he is a Director for Market space. Notably he is a Director for ED INL Investments (Pty) Ltd (Investec ED INL Investments (Pty) Ltd (Investec Limited BEE Company), Commissioner Limited BEE Company), Commissioner Street No 5 (RF) (Pty) Ltd (Absa Capital Street No 5 (RF) (Pty) Ltd (Absa Capital Securitisation Vehicle).

Poswa Chairman: Luyolo Poswa

Securitisation Vehicle).

NIMA GAGJEE - CEO NIMA GAGJEE - CEO Nima joined Poswa Inc. as a Director in Nima joined Poswa Inc. as a Director in April 2010 to establish the company’s April 2010 to establish the company’s conveyancing and notarial practice conveyancing and notarial practice department. From inception Nima was department. From inception Nima was actively involved in managing and actively involved in managing and controlling the operational efficiencies controlling the operational efficiencies of the company. In 2011 Nima was of the company. In 2011 Nima was instrumental in obtaining the Bronze top instrumental in obtaining the Bronze top supporting source of business award, supporting source of business award, from ABSA home loans, in the Gauteng from ABSA home loans, in the Gauteng region for Poswa Inc. region for Poswa Inc. In 2016 under Nima’s leadership the In 2016 Nima’s leadership firm was under instrumental in receivingthe a firm was instrumental in receiving certificate of achievement award ina certificate ofofachievement in recognition 1st place topaward performer recognition of 1st place top performer ABSA home loans panel attorney in the ABSA home loans panel attorney in the Gauteng region.

Gauteng region.

Poswa CEO: Nima Gagjee

In 2017, Nima was appointed as Chief In 2017, Nima was as Chief Executive Officer ofappointed Poswa Incorporated Executive Officer of Poswa Incorporated and continued to dual role as both and continued to dual and role Director as both of Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer and Director of Conveyancing and Notarial Practice.

Conveyancing and Notarial Presently Nima continues to Practice. provide Presentlyand Nima continues to provide direction guidance in respect of the direction and guidance in respect of the firm’s strategic, operational and financial firm’s strategic, operational and financial growth and success of the firm and also growth theConveyancing firm and also serves asand the success Head ofof the serves as thePractice Head ofDepartment. the Conveyancing and Notarial

and Notarial Practice Department.

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EHLANZENI TVET COLLEGE

EHLANZENI TVET COLLEGE E

hlanzeni TVET College falls under Ehlanzeni District Municipality constituted of Mbombela, Bushbuckridge, Thaba Chweu and Nkomazi Local Municipalities.

The College is made of eight sites, seven Campuses and a central office. The Campuseses are Mapulaneng Campus located in Bushbuckridge Local Municipality, Mthimba Campus, Nelspruit Campus, Barberton Campus and Kanyamazane Campus all located in the Mbombela Local Municipality, Mashishing Campus is located in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality and Mlumati Campus that is located in Nkomazi Local Municipality.

The Central Office also refered to as the Corporate Centre is situated at 29 Bell Street, Nelspruit. This is at the centre of Nelspruit/Mbombela, the capital City of the Mpumalanga Province. Nelspruit is located on the Crocodile River and lies

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about 110 kilometres by road west of the Mozambique Lebombo border, 330 kilometres east of Johannesburg, and about 82km and 106 km North of the Mananga and Matsamo border gates to the Kingdom of Eswatini.

Ehlanzeni offers a range of technical and vocational training programmes within its qualification mix. The programmes offered could best be classified into two main categories within the Post School Education and Training namely the Ministerial Programmes and the Occupational Programmes with the Mnisterial Programmes covering the Report 191 Programmes popularly known as Nated Programmes and the National Certificate Vocational Programmes (NCV).

All the College programmes are designed to enhance employment of any nature be it formal employment or self-employment

as they all integrate theory and practice.

OUR VISION A World-class college providing relevant quality education and training.

OUR MISSION Committed to create quality teaching and learning environment that meets the expectations of our clients and the world of work.

This will be achieved through: Continuously develop staff to meet the requirements of the evolving curriculum and demands by Business and Industry by fostering collaboration and partnerships with Business and Industry.

Implementing efficient and effective system and ensuring that infrastructure meets the demands of the curriculum and is well-equipped for the changing

environment and technology evelopments such as the 4IR. Continuously improving student support services system support services system to assist students to reach their full potential.

Offering quality and relevant vocational and occupational programmes through diversified modes of delivery which accommodates lifelong learning initiative benchmarked with research, development and innovation based on local, national and global best practices.

Increasing access and success of students.

OUR VALUES Our values are in our DNA underpinning who we are and serve to direct our thinking, our decision-making and the way we conduct our business.

PARTNER(S)

1. Responsible stewardship Prudent protection and management of the resources entrusted to us in a manner that ensures accountability.

2. Innovation and excellent service Encourage the highest quality instruction within the classroom and services throughout the campus community.

3. Integrity We embrace moral values of truthfulness, trust and the treatment of others with respect.

4. Ubuntu We value informed decisions closest to the issues by encouraging open communication and teamwork.

PARTNERS The business nature of the college requires the fostering of partnerships with the purpose of ensuring that the products are holistically development to confront the world of work. To this effect the College established a Business Development and Innovation Unit linked to the Academic Unit with a purpose of dealing with the Occupationally directed programmes. Amongst he responsibilities of the Unit is the establishment of partnerships with various stakeholders which in the main are industries, government departments and otherbig businesses within the catchment area of the College.

5. Collaborating and democratic decision making

In this area the College had been able to secure and maintain partnerships with the stakeholders as enumerated in the table below. >

We care for each other and advance the Batho-Pele principles.

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

1. Department of Rural Development and Land Reform

1. Human Resources Management

2. Mpumalanga Department of Education

2. Office Administration

3. Mpumalanga Premier Hotels and Resorts 3. Hospitality and Tourism 4. TFG Group

4. Business and Financial Management

5. Boxer Superstores

5. Whole Sale and Retail (Business Studies)

6. BUSCOR (PTY)

6. Motor Mechanic (Diesel)

7. Motor Mechanic (Petrol)

7. Motor Mechanic (Petrol)

8. Mpumalanga Public Works, Roads and Transport

8. Electrical and Civil Engineering

9. Hoedspruit HI-Q

9. Motor Mechanic (Wheel alignment and balancing)

10. Fast Grow Enterprises

10. Agriculture (Animal Production)

11. Elzo Poultry Farm

11. Agriculture (Poultry Production)

12. Landman and Vars Produkte

12. Agriculture (Crop Production)

13. Lydenburg Glencor Smelter

13. Range of Technical Trades

SUN Warmth & Hope Growth E Exellence Education Ehlanzeni ARROW Various Programmes CONTACT Corporate Centre 29 Bell Street Nelspruit 1200 Tel : +27 (0)13 752 7105 Email: info@ehlanzenicollege.co.za

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EHLANZENI TVET COLLEGE

MASHISHING CAMPUS EXPANDS WITH EIGHT LECTURE ROOMS SPONSORED

BY GLENCORE SMELTERS

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t is said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. This can be seen in the manner in which Mashishing Campus, the newest and youngest in the College, has grown fast within an unexpectedly short time. It is not only by fortune, but through the college and campus leadership capabilities, and abilities to forge working partnerships. The Public-Private Partnership concept and initiative is a great enabler for the efforts of government to mitigate the triple challenges (Inequality, poverty, and unemployment), through collaboration in improving government structural issues.

F Nkadimeng officially opened the gathering and welcomed all dignitaries to the Campus that resides under her jurisdiction. Hon. Nkadimeng could not hold back her gratitude towards Glencore Smelter Lydenburg for the continual support to the College. She also requested that the Department of Higher Education and Training assist the College with the introduction of new programmes that will empower the youth and address the needs of industries and the community of Thaba Chweu. “The people of Thaba Chweu are grateful to Glencore for the continued investment towards the future generations,” said Hon. Nkadimeng.

On 11th March 2022, Glencore Smelters Lydenburg officially handed over eight lecture rooms. The classrooms are a result of a R5 Million phase two project which started in September 2021 and was concluded by February 2022. This project succeeded an initial phase one project with an investment of R7 Million that Glencore made, which saw the campus being declared a fully accredited examination centre and campus in the 2019/2020 academic year.

The College Principal, Mr EM Mbuyane, delivered an address and outlined the purpose of the event, while highlighting the background of how the campus was established, and stated that the campus has become one of the best performing campuses in the country with 96% pass in 2021 NC(V) and 94% pass in the second semester in 2021. This performance has contributed to the college being in the top 10 performing public colleges in the country. Mr Mbuyane shared words of gratitude towards Glencore for partnering with government institutions in trying to improve the quality of infrastructure meant for teaching and learning in different communities. In his closing, Mr Mbuyane stated that this is not the end of the Glencore-Ehlanzeni relationship, and that a third phase is envisaged which includes a possible set of classrooms as well as a cafeteria.

During the event where the eight classrooms were launched, distinguished guests were present to support. These included the Thaba Chweu’s Executive Mayor, Hon. F Nkadimeng; the Speaker of the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature, Ms M Masilela; the Director-General from the Department of Higher Education and Training, Dr N Sishi; the Regional Manager (North West – Mpumalanga), Dr P Balkrishen; Deputy Chairperson of College Council, Prof. JP Shongwe; College Principal, Mr EM Mbuyane, and the college Management.

The Executive Mayor for Thaba Chweu, Hon.

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Glencore Ferroalloys’ Chief Community and Social Responsibility Officer, Mr. Conroy van der Westhuizen, addressed dignitaries on the day and emphasised the importance of prioritising quality education to help position the youth for better opportunities.

In his address, Mr Van Der Westhuizen vividly explained the importance of TVET Colleges in industries such as mining. He also mentioned a few successful TVET college alumnus engaged with the mine, which inspires Glencore to make quality education a priority that will help position the youth for better opportunities and a brighter future.

Dr P Balkrishen also appreciated the generous gesture from Glencore and he highlighted parts of the historical facts of the two wonderful projects sponsored by the mining company. “Your own opportunities for growth increase when you help others win,” said Dr Balkrishen.

The keynote address was delivered by Dr N Sishi. During his address, Dr Sishi acknowledged the positive partnership between Government and Glencore as this was not the first project that they have generously sponsored. Dr Sishi mentioned that the Minister, Dr Nzimande, would have attended the event but could not due to other pressing official commitments and expressed the appreciation on behalf of the Minister and the entire ministry.

The unveiling of the plaque and the opening of the classrooms was honoured by the Hon. Mayor Nkadimeng and Dr Sishi. In the presence of Mr van Der Westhuizen, Prof.

Shongwe, Mr Mbuyane, Hon. M Masilela and Dr Balkrishen.

Over 75 Years of dedication to Quality Assurance!

A thriving manufacturing industry creates jobs and business opportunities, enables skills development and improves South Africa’s competitiveness in global markets. A first step is procuring Quality locally manufactured goods, manufactured in a certified environment, with obvious benefits for national competitiveness and economic growth.

How does a product get a Mark?

1 Apply

2 Receive and accept quote, finalisation of certification agreement

4 Benefit of the SABS Approved Mark: Gives consumers the confidence and assurance in the quality and safety of the manufactured product(s) they purchase, as well as ensuring the product is fit for purpose.

Stage 2 assessment

Stage 1 assessment

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6 Approvals board decision

Clearance of findings

7 Issuing of certificate

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8 Surveillance audit and Sampling

9 Re certification every 3 years

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SABS the Standardised Quality Assurance Solution.

• Manage and develop SANS (South African National Standards) • Laboratory Testing Services that support Municipal delivery through: Testing of water quality, Testing/Certifying Water Meters, Smart Meters, and other products/systems • Certification of Companies to Management System Standards • Certification of Products and the application of the SABS Mark Scheme • Training of Management and Employees on Implementations of SANS • Local Content Verification for South African manufacturing industry

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PRESIDENTIAL CLIMATE COMMISSION MULTI-STAKEHOLDER CONFERENCE JUST TRANSITION FRAMEWORK

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he Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) held its first Multi-stakeholder Conference on 5th and 6th May 2022 in Johannesburg aimed at contributing to the development process of the Just Transition Framework: a multipronged practical strategy to guide the implementation of necessary interventions across the short-medium, and long-term to achieve a just transition in South Africa. The framework is meant to be an inclusive and representative guiding document for the country’s just transition.

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Panel discussion on co-developing the Just Urban Transition Framework moderated

by Commissioner Bongani Mwale, with representatives from Youth (Ayakha Melithafa); Labour (Ashley Benjamin, FEDUSA); Business Fleetwood Grobler, SASOL); Civil Society (Thando Lukoko, SACAN); and Government (Minister DFFE Barbara Creecy); Philanthropies (Bulelwa Makalima-Ngewana)

Nosipho Hlatshwayo from SACN providing a high-level overview of cooperative governance and an all-of-society approach for building climate resilient communities to physical impacts of climate change

Prior to the Multi-stakeholder Conference, the PCC held a series of engagements across the country, mainly with social partners and communities, to build consensus on the Just Transition Framework.

The engagements were held in various provinces across the country and centred on ensuring the intersectionality of participatory workshops, where community and individual voices brought to the fore their knowledge and experiences of their local communities, sectors, livelihoods, opportunities, and needs.

The South African Cities Network was invited to contribute in the first thematic group: Building Community Resilience to Physical Impacts of Climate Change. This thematic area explored the challenges in achieving a whole-of-society approach in building resilience, particularly at community level.

Nosipho Hlatshwayo, Executive Manager: Programmes at the South African Cities Network, shared highlevel reflections on the importance of cooperative governance required to build climate resilient communities.

Referencing the 2021 State of Cities Report, she highlighted the critical need for an all-of-society

approach which promotes effective collaboration and partnerships between government, communities and all urban actors, adding that communities should be seen and engaged as partners that can equally and meaningfully contribute to building climate resilience in their communities using local resources.

In closing, Nosipho shared an example of an initiative that is using an all- of society approach to build community resilience: the Urban Water Resilience Initiative currently being carried out in partnership with SACN, World Resources Institute (WRI), City of Johannesburg, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Resilient Cities Network, Arup, and Zutari. As part of this initiative, Water Resilience Plans for Johannesburg and Nelson Mandela Bay are being developed through multi-stakeholder dialogues, systems mapping, and research. Stakeholders include government, state owned entities, industry, civil society, academia, and development agencies.

This all-of-society approach enables various actors to gain clarity on shocks and stresses affecting water resilience, their role in building resilience, and how they can partner towards building resilience to water related shocks and stresses. The journey and lessons will be shared with cities across the continent.

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A SUSTAINABLE GRID FOR ALL

EXPLORING THE POWERS AND FUNCTIONS OF MUNICIPALITIES IN ACHIEVING A LOW-CARBON GRID

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s the cumulative ripple effects of the past 14 years of Eskom’s rolling blackouts, or loadshedding, are increasingly being felt across the country, the imperatives of the National Development Plan (NDP 2030) of a just transition to a low-carbon, inclusive and climate resilient economy have never been more urgent to achieve. Not only does the continual use of fossil fuel-based energy, that the country so heavily relies on, greatly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, it also creates a carbon lock in for the economy – perpetuating and delaying the transition to low carbon alternatives– thus prolonging economic recovery and keeping steady the ever-stubborn high unemployment rate, poverty and increasing inequality.

The decarbonisation of the power grid, as reflected in the draft Just Transition Framework of the country, is a core step in building a sustainable, low-carbon, inclusive and climate resilient economy, thus the idea of a sustainable grid-for-all has never been more relevant. Municipalities must justify increasing electricity prices, ensure stable and sustainable energy supply, and manage the impact of the technical transitions on their

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distribution grids. Simultaneously, the climate crisis is increasingly evident in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. Mitigating climate change therefore requires ambitious progress in decarbonising electricity grids, and many South African Cities are ready to embark on this journey.

The Urban Energy Network has been running these peer-to-peer knowledge exchange events for over a decade with participants ranging from the managers responsible for electricity and energy policy and planning from cities, selected intermediary and local municipalities, as well as other relevant national and provincial government departments, Eskom, civil society organisations, researchers and private sector \representatives.

The aim, over the years, has been to strengthen municipal staff capacity around current sustainable energy issues and enable lesson sharing and mutual solution development and coordination amongst municipalities grappling with similar issues.

This June 2022 event centred around the theme A Sustainable Grid for All and started off with an overview of municipal climate commitments and energy security as well as the role of local government in driving grid decarbonisation.

Day 1 focused on renewable energy implementation for local government: unpacking renewable energy commitments, pathways, regulatory frameworks,

and implementation mechanisms at the local level. Participants heard from the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on the Plentify case study which explores what a dynamic, smart and efficient future grid would look like; George Municipality shared their journey of buckling down and getting the job done in developing a Municipal Energy Policy and provided a deep dive into their wheeling framework: contract amendments, tariff design, billing and metering, and policy overview.

Participants were provided with a Renewable Energy Policy template/ worksheet provided by and based on the GreenCape Renewable Energy Policy template, which enabled them to draw the learnings from the inputs directly into a draft policy.

This was followed by a lesson sharing session on the City of Ekurhuleni’s Independent Power Producer (IPP) procurement journey – working with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and the Electricity Regulation Act (ERA).

Day 2 of the event centred on effective and impactful energy communication for consumers with inputs on developing an Electricity Communication Plan and the aunch of a Grid for All communications toolbox. In addition, the City of Tshwane’s TshwaneYaTima electricity payments campaign demonstrated the impact of political will to effect changes, the importance of building

trust with consumers, raising awareness and educating them on the services they receive and in turn influencing behaviour change.

A walk-through video of a case study on municipal implementation of SmallScale Embedded Generation (SSEG) was flighted and provided lessons on the policies, tariffs and by-laws used for integrating off-grid systems into the municipal system and incentivising customers to register their SSEG systems. The SACN’s City Communicators Toolkit was presented as an additional resource for municipalities to use for developing citizen-centred city brands and raising awareness and educating consumers on municipal policies and programmes.

In closing off the two-day peer-to peer knowledge exchange session, the key take-aways were that technology improvements, falling costs of

renewable energy, innovation, network effects and digitalisation are all opening new opportunities and making an undeniable business case for a sustainable grid.

Although there are differences of opinion in how South Africa should transition to a low carbon, inclusive and climate resilient economy, at what pace and how the costs and benefits are apportioned, there is consensus that the transition must and should indeed take place. What is required on the technical side is an acknowledgement of the current (but surmountable) constraints to a fully renewable and sustainable “grid for all” and the political will to enact the sometimes-painful changes necessary to decarbonise the grid by adjusting the generation mix. As the locus of where all these challenges and opportunities intersect, and as evident globally, cities are and will continue to be at the forefront of this transition to a new global reality.

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TRILLION CART INVESTMENTS

The success of Trillion Cart Investments is not through my academic achievements alone, but my life experiences and my experience in a leadership position has assisted greatly in how I conduct business.

Dr. uZwi-Lezwe Radebe: Chairman Trillion Cart Investments

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MUNICIPAL FOCUS SPEAKS TO DR RADEBE THE MAN AT THE HELM OF TRILLION CART INVESTMENTS

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rillion Cart Investments has not only seen exponential growth since inception in 2009, but has also weathered the Covid-19 Pandemic storm.

The Company has grown from a single entity to over 18 subsidiaries in less than 15 years, piloted by the visionary Dr. Radebe. We talk to him about his philosophy, vision and plans for the future; Can you tell us a little about your background and what got you into business?

Dr. Radebe: Business is the foundation of any economy, thus my involvement in business emanates from my innate need to contribute to the economy. Furthermore, I have inherited the spirit of entrepreneurship from my forefathers who too were formidable business people.

You have studied extensively, what are your credentials, and how does your academic track record, experience, and values play a role in the success of Trillion Cart Investments?

Dr. R: I am armed with a doctorate in Philosophy and Community Development, and a qualification in Property Development.

The success of Trillion Cart Investments is not through my academic achievements alone, but my life experiences and my experience in a leadership position has assisted greatly in how I conduct business.

I have over the years studied human behaviour, our economic activities here in South Africa, and by extension

Africa, and how our economy seems to marginalise those who do not have the requisite business background but want to become entrepreneurs.

Further, through my knowledge and experience I have championed the distributor’s model that makes an allowance for people who have the passion for business to start their own businesses by becoming distributors for our products.

A majority of our distributors know little or nothing about entrepreneurship, thus we have a duty to take them step-by-step on the running of a successful business.

Additionally, we provide workshops and training for our distributors.

Most importantly my values in life revolve around sharing through empowering others, hence our

distributor’s model includes building and sharing wealth together.

By this we mean, we always ensure that we split our profits with our distributors in a fair manner.

Our prices remain competitive and our distributors are still able to make a sizeable profit.

To summarize, Trillion Cart Investments is built on the foundation of sharing and creating wealth. As an organisation we employ, empower and validate youth, men and women as worthy people and this warrants Trillion Cart Investments as a top of mind black empowering organisation in South Africa and by extension Africa.

This is strengthened by my philosophy of life, that the pursuit of excellence at all cost is integrated in all I do, hence my ability to identify a gap and a need. >

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TRILLION CART INVESTMENTS

Our Umhlonyane is grown from scientifically certified soil and scientists have commended our soil as having good minerals and nutrients; thereby producing a high quality product.

Trillion Cart Investments has grown from a single company in 2009 to over 18 subsidiary companies in less than 15 years, what has been your formula for success?

Dr. R: Focus, drive and passion. I am focused on empowering our nation of entrepreneurs. Geared towards being the driving force behind Africa’s economy, and passionate to put Africa on the world economic map. All this while maintaining the trust of the people I have employed.

You have stated an intent to grow the economy and empower South Africans, particularly entrepreneurs, how do you plan to achieve this?

Dr. R: Our distributor's model is very unique it is structured in such a way that our distributors make a sizeable profit from the products they sell. The profit margins vary from product to product. With some of our products, the margins are very competitive, and the split is almost at 50/50 percent.

As an entrepreneur yourself, you know that being one is challenging, what added challenges are faced by South African entrepreneurs?

Dr. R: The current pandemic has shown us that the country is heavily reliant on imports. South Africa imports almost everything, from raw material to packaging. When the

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western world shuts down, we are forced to stand still.

Over the years, the growth of small and medium enterprises has been stunted and halted in the manufacturing sector.

The South African business landscape has for the longest time missed the trick of developing and nurturing small and medium enterprises and consequently missed the trick of harnessing the manufacturing industry conducive to SME’s.

How does Trillion Cart Investments assist or plan to assist entrepreneurs in this regard?

Dr. R: Our African Centre of Excellence was established to also train entrepreneurs and arm them with skills that will bring a positive impact in our economy.

Which one of your subsidiaries is best poised to have a positive impact on the lives, the economy and future of South Africans?

Dr. R: Almost all of our subsidiaries, however, our Imvelo Pharmaceutical subsidiary which houses our novel herbal tonic Agrico Umhlonyane has positioned itself as one of the best respiratory tonics which has proven to be a go-to herbal tonic for our client base both locally and internationally. It is also hailed to be good for anxiety amongst other health benefits. Agrico Umhlonyane is indeed

the pride and joy of our Trillion Cart Investments Company. The ability to merge a traditional medicinal herb with science makes our product rare.

Our Umhlonyane is grown from scientifically certified soil and scientists have commended our soil as having good minerals and nutrients; thereby producing a high quality product.

At the African Centre of Excellence you talk of changing the mindset of South Africans, what mindset exists that you feel requires fundamental change?

Dr. R: I have noticed over the years that we are still struggling as black people with our mindset. We seem to possess the spirit of entitlement.

Our view of life is very limited, hence we possess a negative perception around anything black-owned. Black people tend to have more respect and work better when another race is in the forefront of the organisation and/or project.

What are the major challenges and obstacles to this change of mindset?

Dr. R: An ingrained resistance to change, upholding the status quo of poverty, and resignation of mindset.

Are there any plans to expand this Centre to reach the broader South African population?

Dr. R: Yes! Certainly. At all our branches both locally and abroad plans are afoot to do so.

Through the Centre for African Excellence, we offer a specialised mindset program with the aim to be the number one leading African indigenous educational hub in Africa.

Growing Trillion Cart Investments to the successful conglomerate it is today was also a long journey with ups and downs, can you give us a brief run-down of the course you have traversed as Group Chairman.

Dr. R: Starting anything from scratch is never easy. To have to convince people to buy into your vision and mission is draining and if you are not a person who is resilient and thrives under pressure, the roller coaster ride of building a successful business will demotivate you.

In addition, the onset of Covid-19 and the period thereafter, was one of the most challenging for the company, we had to devise innovative ways to make money in order to sustain the company and pay all salaries. When other companies were retrenching, we never did. My foresightedness has been and always is the cornerstone for Trillion Cart Holdings.

Most businesses were negatively affected by Covid-19, how did Trillion Cart Investments survive this storm, and is there any particular sector or industry that played a key role in surviving the pandemic?

Dr. R: An innovative mind, closely studying the markets and most importantly, catering to the needs of the people who are the driving force behind any organisation is a winning strategy at all times.

What do you think can be done differently to better prepare the South African economy and business for a challenge such as the pandemic?

Dr. R: It is very important to study the market trends, however as a business that caters to the African Market we need to understand the needs of our consumers. What works for foreign countries may not necessarily work for the market here.

Who would be the key stakeholders that are required for this role?

Dr. R: Our vision is to continuously expand and diversify our business operations to become one of the leading multi-national conglomerates, providing world-class and competitive products and services that enhance stakeholder value, whilst empowering our communities, creating employment and creating wealth. We see ourselves having offices in major cities around the world.

Dr. R: The various arms of government and leaders in the private sector.

How will Trillion Cart Investments support such an initiative?

Dr. R: By being hands-on and sharing knowledge that will benefit our economy.

Dr Radebe you are the vision behind Trillion Cart Investments.

Who are the other people who have played a role in getting the company to where it is today - both inside and outside the company?

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Employees and Customers drive the Trillion Cart Strategy Entrepreneurs implement the Trillion Cart Strategy Distributors and Shareholders benefit from Trillion Cart Strategy We believe that the right people are the most important asset.

Where do you see the company in the next 10 years?

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SANEDI’S ENERGY PERFORMANCE REGISTER FOR BUILDINGS BOOMS

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overnment’s efforts to boost South Africa’s energy efficiency and reduce carbon dioxide emissions from buildings is producing multiple co-benefits- proving that sustainable development serves everyone.

Owners of buildings, in four categories, are required in terms of government regulations published in December 2020 to obtain and prominently display an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) by 7 December this year.

SANEDI General Manager for Energy Efficiency, Barry Bredenkamp says compliance with the EPC regulations will enable building owners to identify where they could introduce energy efficiency measures that would, in turn, save them money on electricity costs and possibly increase the value of their buildings.

“The more energy efficient buildings become, the more they will contribute to taking electricity demand off the national grid. This could help to ease loadshedding, and by reducing carbon emissions, building owners will be helping our country to meet its international obligations to combat climate change.”

The regulations make provision for a fine of R5 million or five years imprisonment or both for failure to comply. As building owners scramble to comply with the Department of Minerals and Energy (DMRE) EPC regulations by the deadline, thousands of new jobs and skills are also expected to enter the market. The data collection and assessment exercise at thousands of buildings across the country is a mammoth task which will require new labour and skills capacity.

This is why SANEDI led an initiative in which 50 qualified, and mostly

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unemployed, young electricians were trained to enable them to obtain the energy usage data required to issue the certification which gives buildings a rating based on the amount of energy consumed per square metre.

SANEDI undertook what is known as the EPC Practitioner Skills Programme in partnership with the Institute of Energy Professionals Africa (IEPA).

With buildings estimated to be responsible for between 30% and 40% of carbon emissions worldwide, the government has introduced the regulations primarily to encourage building owners to work towards making their buildings as energy efficient as possible. However, as SANEDI manager for renewable energy Dr Karen Surridge explains, the regulations would deliver multiple benefits if correctly implemented.

“We have done a lot of energy usage assessments and have always been struck by how many building owners or operators there are who have very little idea of how much energy they use,” she explains. “The EPC process will help them to understand what they consume and will draw their attention to areas in which they could make improvements.

By being more energy efficient, they will save money on electricity. Improving energy efficiency will also boost the value of a building.”

For more information on the EPC regulations, go to https://www.sanedi.org.za/Energy_ Performance_Certificates.html and Notice 700 of Gov Gazette 43972 of 8 December 2020 (1).pdf About SANEDI: The South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI), established by the Government, directs, monitors, and conducts applied energy research to develop innovative,integrated solutions to catalyse growth and prosperity in the green economy. It drives scientific evidence-driven ventures that contribute to youth empowerment, gender equity, environmental sustainability, and the 4th Industrial Revolution, within the National Development Plan (NDP), through consultative, sustainable energy projects. For more information, go to www.sanedi.org.za.

CHANGE IS INEVITABLE. GROWTH IS UP TO US. Never underestimate the power of stable connectivity and digital inclusivity. Cell C is now providing the best quality network to SA through partnerships with key industry players and the Government. By choosing to make data affordable and put the value back in consumers’ hands, Cell C is rapidly bridging the digital divide. Digital access is not a privilege or a luxury; it’s a need and a right. This ‘change mindset’ has allowed Cell C to place the empowerment of communities through digital skills building at the forefront of the organisation.

CHANGE YOUR WORLD. PARTNER WITH CELL C.

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UNIVERSITY OF MPUMALANGA

In pursuit of our vision of being an African University leading in creating opportunities for sustainable development through innovation. The UMP positions itself as an African University rooted in its home province.

UNIVERSITY OF MPUMALANGA CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT THROUGH INNOVATION

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he University of Mpumalanga (UMP) was established in 2013, and it enrolled the first cohort of 169 students in 2014.

Thereafter, the University has been experiencing rapid and gratifying growth. The University now offers 48 qualifications and have a total number of 7,100 students enrolled in 2022. UMP has and continues to invest in stateof-the-art infrastructure to support the academic project as the University grows in stature and offerings.

UMP is a comprehensive University which offers variety of undergraduate and postgraduate studies in the field of Agriculture, Nature Conservation, Hospitality and Tourism Management,

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Information Communication Technology, Development Studies, Early Childhood Education, Arts, Administration and Economics.

In pursuit of our vision of being an African University leading in creating opportunities for sustainable development through innovation.

The UMP positions itself as an African University rooted in its home province, Mpumalanga, and is responsive to its political, socioeconomic, geographical, and historical contexts, as well as its place in the world.

Among some of the key highlights that UMP has been able to succeed in implementing in line with our strategic

key focus areas include broadening access to higher education and promoting equity of access and with a fair chance of success. The student population at UMP is predominately from previously disadvantaged communities and female. Of all the students enrolled this year 62,8% are female and only 37,8% are male.

Teaching and Learning – takes centre stage to advance the academic project Teaching and Learning at UMP focusses on the development of our students as independent and critical thinkers with a passion for knowledge and its application.

Our approach to teaching is theoretically informed, pedagogically appropriate, and sensitive to diversity in all its forms in the educational environment. Therefore, we continuously develop qualifications and curricula that are context responsive.

UMP has been able to attract and retain established academics in various disciplines. Currently 47,1% of UMP academic staff have Doctoral Degrees. As part of student support, First Time Entering students (FTEN) are supported in the transition from school to university by a welldeveloped Orientation Week and a First Year Experience (FYE). Ongoing support is provided by peer mentors

and tutors. As a result of these interventions, student success is generally high with more 85% success rate annually.

The University seeks to produce quality graduates who are (a) resourceful, responsive, and responsible, (b) innovative and entrepreneurial, (c) confident and effective communicators, (d) ethically and socially aware change agents, (e) adaptable, and (f) have sound discipline knowledge.

Annually (UMP) holds a graduation ceremony to celebrate the achievements of students who have completed their qualifications during

past academic year. This year, a total of 1,112 students were awarded/ conferred qualifications during the seventh graduation ceremony of the University. Amongst some of the notable achievements for this year’s graduation included: •

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Tree planting ceremony of the umkhanyakude indigenous tree by the Chancellor of the University of Mpumalanga, Justice Mandisa Maya.

25 different qualifications will be awarded/conferred during the graduation ceremonies and amongst the 25 qualifications, six of them are new.

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Prof Thoko Mayekiso, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mpumalanga with the recipients Academic Excellence Awards

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40 students will be awarded/ conferred their qualifications with a Cum Laude (distinction).

A total number of 33 recipients of Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship will be graduating.

13 students who are recipients of the UMP Excellence Awards will be graduating.

Graduating students are from 5 different countries including South Africa.

Member of Parliament, Mr Timothy Mashele (MP) will be graduating with a Bachelor of Development Studies Honours.

of Postdoctoral Fellows to promote these. The Research Focus areas include: • • • • • • •

Ethics and Governance Information Communication and Technology for Development Youth Development and Empowerment Environmental and Socioeconomic Sustainability Post-harvest Management and Food Security Biodiversity Conservation and Development Early Childhood Development, Education and Training

Research and Innovation generating new knowledge in support of social and economic development As a new University, UMP has built its research project from a zero base and has made good progress. Active researchers are supported through the Research Office and staff without a PhD are supported to complete their doctorate. The University provides research facilities and equipment, library resources, training workshops in for example qualitative and quantitative techniques, proposal writing, and writing retreats.

The University has identified seven Research Focus Areas and has set aside funds and supported the appointment UMP Conference and Wellness Centre

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The research focus areas are linked to one or more Millennium Development Goals and is of relevance to the province, the nation, and the continent. The University has eight NRF rated researchers with two C1, three C2, two C3, and one Y2 categories.

The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof Thoko Mayekiso is leading by example as she is C3 rated researcher.

As a result of the various research interventions and the research work of established staff, the audited output of research products in 2019 per permanently employed academic staff member was the 18th highest out of 25 institutions that submitted data

and higher than seven established institutions.

Engagement and Partnerships - drivers and enablers of achieving our Vision As an engaged institution, UMP places great value on partnerships and networks as both drivers and enablers in achieving our vision.

UMP’s partnerships and networks are probably one of our distinctive features as we pride ourselves in fostering strong, vibrant, mutually beneficial partnerships with strategic stakeholders. The University of Mpumalanga has successfully established partnerships, collaborations and networks with national and international tertiary institutions and Research institutions through signed Memoranda of Understanding/ Agreements (MoU/ MoA). Amongst some of the notable partnerships are as follows: •

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Partnerships with South African National Parks (SANParks), Eastern Cape Parks, several private conservation areas, and several hotel chains support student placement for Work Integrated Learning in the Diploma in Hospitality Management and the Diploma in Nature Conservation.

The University has hosted and co-hosted several national conferences for learned societies

Front: Prof Thoko Mayekiso, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mpumalanga, Dr Nontobeko Mahlalela, Municipal Manager of Ehlanzeni District Municipality Back: Cllr. Jesta Sidell, Executive Mayor of Ehlanzeni District Municipality and Prof Shirley Prof Shirley Sommers, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning of the University of Mpumalanga during the signing of an MoU between the University and the Municipality.

including the Zoological Society of Southern Africa, the South African Higher Education Community Engagement Forum, and South African Association of Public Administration and Management.

• The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ehlanzeni District Municipality (EDM) to enable work-integrated learning opportunities while promoting research and strengthening service delivery within the municipality.

State-of-the-art (iconic) infrastructure - conducive environment for the academic project to thrive The University has been able to build state-of-the-art (iconic) infrastructure which includes lecture venues, laboratories and computer labs to create a conducive environment for the academic project to thrive. The iconic infrastructure and landscaping provide a multifaceted environment

inspiring both social and intellectual exchange in an atmosphere that is unconventional, original, and creative.

Earlier this year, UMP launched a fourstar Tfokomala Hotel and Conference Centre. Located in the Mbombela Campus of UMP, the hotel is wholly owned by the University, envisioned as a “hotel with a purpose” - for teaching and learning. The hotel focuses on “Learning by Doing” for students to gain hands-on experience in operational roles in the restaurant, kitchen, and all other hotel divisions.

Students from the University’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management are placed to work at the hotel as part of the workintegrated learning (WIL) programme and practical orientation.

Connect with us Website: www.ump.ac.za Twitter: @Unimpumalanga Facebook: @UniMpumalanga

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NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

RURAL HEALTH BOOSTED AS NALEDI SUBDISTRICT RECEIVES HIGH TECH ICU BUS

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he North West Health MEC Madoda Sambatha has welcomed the acquisition of a state of the art Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Bus by the Naledi Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The vehicle has been installed with high technology medical equipment which will allow for lives to be saved en-route to medical facilities in the district.

One of the key features of the bus

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is its spaciousness and capacity to accommodate a sufficient number of EMS personnel to attend to critical patients as well as extra on-board equipment which could previously not be transported due to vehicle space constraints.

“Whenever an emergency strikes and the hospital is too far, ambulances save lives on the go. This ICU Bus gives us an assurance that we will be able to

timeously preserve lives of our people by having critical medical equipment at hand,” MEC Sambatha said.

MEC Sambatha went on to indicate that, previously, the Department’s response vehicles could not fit most medical equipment and had to keep some of the apparatus in the office because of insufficient space. Now this challenge has been addressed by the newly acquired ICU Bus.

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North West Health MEC: Madoda Sambatha

FOR ENQUIRIES

Tebogo Lekgethwane Departmental Spokesperson Department of Health 067 422 7763 tlekgethwane@nwpg.gov.za

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NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

MEC MADODA SAMBATHA LAUDS THE REFURBISHMENTS AT THE TSHEPONG HOSPITAL CARDIAC/NEUROSURGERY THEATRE

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orth West MEC for Health, Madoda Sambatha, conveyed words of appreciation to the medical team at Tshepong Hospital following the first neurosurgery which was conducted on a patient this week at the newly revitalised cardiac theatre at Klerksdorp in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District.

“It is quite encouraging to see the commitment to the mandate of delivering quality health care services to the people of the North West Province bearing fruit in this manner.

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cardiac/neurosurgery theatre here in Tshepong Hospital” said MEC Madoda Sambatha.

and is envisaged to be concluded later this year by the Department.

The re-opening of the theatre will serve to relieve the Department of the pressure of sending patients to neighbouring provinces for cardiac and neurosurgery operations and other related medical procedures.

"The project included amongst others, the refurbishment of all theatres, the creation of two (2) Lamina flows, an X-ray unit for Orthopaedic OPD and the Intensive Care Unit at ward 8, as well as the conversion and refurbishment of ward 1 and 2 into orthopaedic wards," added MEC Sambatha.

This theatre revitalization at Tshepong Hospital is part of a one hundred and fifteen million, six hundred and thirty one thousand, five hundred and fifty four rands and seventy cents (R115 631 554.70) project undertaken since 2020,

The Department has committed six hundred and fifty four million, four hundred and ninety one thousand rands (R654 491 000.00) this financial year to the maintenance of health facilities with the aim to improve access to quality services.

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ANOTHER MILESTONE AS NORTH WEST HEALTH CONDUCTS A SUCCESSFUL CLEFT LIP AND PALATE PROCEDURE ON TWO CHILDREN

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he North West Health MEC Madoda Sambatha has congratulated Tshepong Hospital in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality for successfully conducting two surgical procedures of cleft lip repairs which resulted in the restoration of smiles on the faces of two young girls born with cleft lips and palates.

The children who are residents of the North West Province had been awaiting

surgery at referral centres based in the Gauteng Province. However, delays were experienced due to the outbreak of COVID-19 which resulted in cancellation of the elective surgical procedures.

and appointment of a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Shashikant Agarwal, the surgical procedures which were the first of their kind at the facility were conducted successfully,” MEC Sambatha said.

"We will be able to offer timely surgery to all children with cleft lip and palate within the North West Province at Tshepong hospital,” MEC Sambatha highlighted.

MEC Sambatha thanked the supporting surgical team at Tshepong Hospital which comprised of Dr Olga Rademan, Dr Erin Du Plooy and Dr Nicole Broich, the anaesthesia team managed by Dr Burcan, and the nursing team led

by Sister Mosia and Sister Makhuta who ensured excellent pre-operative and intraoperative care for both patients.

Highlighting the departmental intervention in addressing similar cases in the province, MEC Sambatha said a plastic and reconstructive surgeon was recently appointed at Tshepong Hospital to conduct cleft lip and palate reconstructive procedures and alleviate dependency on referrals to health centres in neighbouring provinces.

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“The success of these first two cases has led to a few more referrals to the hospital’s unit of plastic surgery and in due course, we will be able to offer timely surgery to all children with cleft lip and palate within the North West Province at Tshepong Hospital,” MEC Sambatha highlighted.

Cleft lip and cleft palate are openings or splits in the upper lip, the roof of the mouth (palate) or both. They result when facial structures that are developing in an unborn baby do not close completely.

They most commonly occur as isolated birth defects but are also associated with many inherited genetic conditions or syndromes.

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BA-PHALABORWA MUNICIPALITY

BA-PHALABORWA MAYOR, CLLR MERRIAM MALATJI CONCLUDES HER 100 DAYS IN OFFICE MONITORING KEY SERVICE DELIVERY PROJECTS

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a-Phalaborwa Local Municipality Mayor, Cllr Merriam Malatji, has hit the ground running having concluded her monitoring of key service delivery projects identified a few days after she came into office November last year, and earmarked for completion in a period of 100 days.

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Mayor says the Mashishimale Sports Complex is now officially complete and is ready to be used by the public. "The facility which has basketball, netball and tennis courts, and a Community Hall, will host the upcoming 2022 Mayor's Cup", she said.

Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality received a donation of a brand new TLB and rubbish collection truck from the National Department of Environmental Affairs at a ceremonial handover held at Mulenzhe Village outside Thohoyandou on 31 May 2022.

The renovations of the Namakgale Memorial Precint is completed. The precinct consists of a museum with a collection of names, pictures and autobiographies of people who played a major role in shaping the Ba-Phalaborwa community's political, social and economic history, as well as a heroes' grounds featuring a water fountain – an apt commemoration of past and present Limpopo heroes who shaped the South African landscape.

Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality and Collins Chabane Local Municipality in the Mopani District Municipality and Vhembe District Municipality respectively, were the sole Municipalities selected by the National Department to receive these prestigious fleet resources, with this forming an integral part of the District Development Model (DDM) and Waste Management Intervention Programme which was officially launched during the event by the Minister, Barbara Creecy.

Cllr Malatji also mentioned that the muchanticipated Honeyville Bridge which links Nyakelang and Sebera Cemetery is also now complete, as well as:

Speaking during the handover, the acting Mayor of the day, Cllr Joe Mampuru, says this timely donation is a significant contribution towards improving the lives of Ba-Phalaborwa communities. "This handover is another good example of how the spheres of government are working together in finding solutions for

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The renovations of Lulekani Stadium is complete and is ready to be used by the community.

Potholes in some parts of Namakgale have been patched and it’s an ongoing process to patch potholes in various other communities.

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challenges that confront our citizens on a daily basis", he said.

The acting Mayor expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the Department of Environmental Affairs for helping Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality to continue with its commitment to provide quality services the people.

He said, "Our sincere appreciation goes out to our Honourable Minister Creecy for remembering our communities. Minister, be rest assured that these vehicles will go a long way to improve the quality of life delivered by our departments. Indeed, this new fleet will invaluably add to our departmental efficiency, safety and reliability, and further deepen our work in the municipality".

CONTACT DETAILS Civic Centre, Nelson Mandela Drive, Phalaborwa, 1390 Postal Address Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality Private Bag X01020 Phalaborwa, 1390 Head Office Tel: +27 (15) 780-6300 +27 (15) 781 0726 Website www.ba-phalaborwa.gov.za

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THE NATIONAL SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT years, to create a timely Executive Education portfolio for the public sector. The NSG Executive Education offerings broadly fall into the following categories, Executive Short Learning Programmes and Courses as well as Master Classes and Seminars.

1. Executive Short Learning Programmes and Courses: These are arranged as immersive learning opportunities co-created with senior practitioners and academics, and focusing on application in real contexts of service. Available and forthcoming programmes include the following, among others: •

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he National School of Government Launched a suite of Executive Education Portfolio in the Month of June. The NSG has been delivering a range of Executive Programmes for several years. The momentum has increased over the past year and there is a growing demand within public institutions for relevant, high-quality Executive Education and related learning opportunities. The school has responded to the wider demand by introducing a range of initiatives

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of executive education training programmes suitable for political and administrative levels of government across the country and region.

Focused learning programmes have also been established for Boards of Public Entities and for senior officials with strategy design, policy formulation, and programme implementation responsibilities in government. Coupled with these, the NSG is in the process of developing additional offerings for the coming

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Executive Induction Programme for newly appointed senior managers at levels of DirectorsGeneral, Heads of Departments and Deputy Directors-General; Etella, an eight-module programme for Accounting Officers in the three spheres of government, state-owned entities, and organs of state accounting officers; Executive Education Programme for Senior Government Officials, offered in partnership with the University College London; Economic Governance School for Members of the Executive for local and continental Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Premiers, MECs, Mayors, and Members of Mayoral Committees; Ethical Leadership and Executive Oversight Programme for Members of the Executive and Accounting Officers; Induction Programme for Boards of Public Entities for serving and aspirant members of Boards of state-owned entities; Applying the Socio-Economic Impact Assessments System (SEIAS) as a Policy Making and Implementation Tool, for public office bearers and officials and with policy making, research, and monitoring and evaluation roles Public Sector Design and Systems Thinking; Scenario Planning for Public Sector Governance; and Coaching services for individuals, groups or organisational teams.

2. Masterclasses and Seminars: These are generally short engagements over a few hours and sometimes over a few hours or a day.

In general, these just-in-time sessions are directed at bringing to participants some of the latest thinking on the role of public institutions and the dynamics of the economic, social, and political environment.

Prof Ngcaweni adds, “The Economic THE NATIONAL Governance Winter School is part ofSCHOOL the Executive Education OFPortfolio launched by the NSG early in June GOVERNMENT 2020. The Executive Education Programme is targeted at high level GOES executives in the public sector, both political office bearers and CONTINENTAL senior public sector managers and executives.”

WITH ITS The inaugural programme was ECONOMIC held as a Spring/Summer School in November 2020, the second iteration GOVERNANCE as a Winter School in July 2021. These WINTER SCHOOL learning engagements were hailed as a resounding success with over forty members the executive having After launching theofExecutive sessions Educationattended Portfolio,the thevirtual school hostedin compliance with lockdown the Economic Governance winter regulations of the school from 27thtime. of June to the 1st of July 2022 at Olwazini Nedbank training Prof NgcaweniGovernance further said, Centre. The Economic “Theof NSG been delivering a range school is part thehas Executive executive programmes for several EducationofSuite of programmes years.

The NSG launched by the school. has Theresponded weeklongto the growing demand within public programme was attended by South institutions by introducing a range of African Government Ministers, Mayors, initiatives to attract participants from Members of Mayoral Committees the political and administrative levels and Members of Executive Councils, of government across the country together with Government Ministers and region. For example, high-level from Côte d’Ivoire and South Sudan, masterclasses have been attended Director-Generals from Lesotho, by the President, Ministers, DirectorZambia, Democratic Republic of Generals and many senior officials.

Congo, Tanzania and Ghana.

We have formally launched this portfolio of programmes and are The Acting Minister of Public Service quite excited by this development.”

and Administration Mr Thulas Nxesi paid a courtesy visit to the participants The combination of attendees of the Economic Governance Winter from different countries at the 2022 School where he briefly met with the Economic Governance Winter School two Ministers from the continent who provided an opportunity for extending attended the winter school. learning opportunities, exchange of ideas and lessons from difference Principal of the NSG, Prof Busani scenarios that Political Executives

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challenges and solutions of building the continental economy as well as promoting inclusive growth. In addition to local concerns, the 2022 programme brought into focus the Agenda 2063 aspirations that we hold dear for the continent, foremost of which is a prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and sustainable development.”

Attendees had intensive engagement on topics around Digital Transformation, Climate Change, Trade and Industrialisation, African and GeoEconomics, and leading responsive Economic Governance.

This year’s winter school was hosted by the National School of Government and Wits School of Governance with the support of Nedbank, Anglo American, Metrofile and Imperial Logistics. “As Nedbank, we appreciate the value that can be derived from friendships and partnerships between the public and private sectors. We support and advocate for cooperation and collaboration between these two sectors for the benefit of our economy, and for the progression of our country and its people. It is for this reason that we were delighted and honoured have hosted the National School of Government for its Winter School chapter,” Mpho Makwana, Chairman: Nedbank.

In the 2020 State of the Nation Address President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasised the need to confront South

Africa’s challenges. These included rebuilding institutions and removing impediments to investment, ensuring excellence in planning and execution in government, and placing the South African economy on a path to recovery and inclusive growth.

Within this context, the National School of Government (NSG) designed the annual Economic Governance School Programme for Members of the Executive as part of its support to the government’s commitment to building

THE NATIONAL SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT The National School of Government (NSG) has a constitutional and legislative mandate to provide Education, Training and Development (ETD) in the three spheres of government, state-owned entities (SOEs) and organs of state. To achieve this objective the NSG offers quality education, training and development interventions that are relevant to the needs of the public sector. The school’s interventions are targeted at Cadet and Foundational Development; Middle Management Development; Senior Management and Professional Development; Executive Management & Leadership Development offering programmes in Leadership, Administration, Management and Induction.

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a capable state.

The innovative programme was approved by Cabinet in August 2020.

It intends to enhance leadership and oversight capabilities and broaden perspectives through analysis and critical reflection, and enable members of the executive within the three spheres of government to re-examine governance challenges that constrain inclusivity and sustainable economic growth.

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General enquiries The NSG Contact Centre: contactcentre@thesng.gov.za 086 100 832 Visit: www.thensg.gov.za

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ETHICAL LEADERSHIP AND EXECUTIVE OVERSIGHT PROGRAMME Designed as an intensive learning intervention, the Ethical Leadership and Executive Oversight Programme is intended for Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Premiers, MECs, Mayors and MMCs. It is curated to assist Members of the Executive to deal with and manage the varied ethical and leadership challenges. It aims to promote a culture of effective oversight and ethical leadership as envisaged in the Constitution, the Executtive Ethics Code, the PFMA, MFMA, and other relevant prescripts.

We recognise that the oversight responsibility of Members of the Executive is complex, highly regulated and often requires profound ‘in the moment’ decisions with significant public value implications. Our goal is to go beyond compliance with norms and standards for oversight, accountability and ethical behaviour. We seek to nurture deeper reflection, active learning and peer engagements.

The programme will enhance awareness of conditions that affect Members of the Executive and their decisions, which are increasingly under public scrutiny. The NSG’s core-creation model of delivery will offer space for Members to reflect on parameters of their oversight roles, and the prescripts governing their portfolios as Executive Authorities. They will gain practical insights for managing the performance of Accounting Officers, whilst also simulating scenarios that present moral temptations and ethical dilemmas.

The Ethical Leadership and Executive Oversight Programme is facilitated by seasoned professionals, current and former Ministers and Heads of Oversight Institutions.

For More Information and Enrolment: Vuyo Mathapo Vuyo.Mathapo@thensg.gov.za

www.thensg.gov.za

Nompumelelo Lukhele Nompumelelo.Lukhele@thensg.gov.za

General enquiries may also be directed to the NSG Contact Centre: 0861 008 326

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KPS & KC

KWANGWANE PLANT SOLUTIONS & KWANGWANE CONSULTING

SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST BLACK FEMALE YOUTH OWNED AND MANAGED CAPITAL/HEAVY EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTOR Municipal Focus speaks with MD; Joy Hlongwane You’re a successful woman working in what is still predominantly an industry dominated by men, what lead you to this industry, and what are the challenges you’re faced with if any?

Joy Hlongwane: I wanted to, and have become, a trailblazer for women in this sector. After spending several years in construction, I saw a gap for black empowerment in the supply of heavy-duty and earth-moving equipment in the mining and

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construction sectors. I had become tired of being charged exorbitant rates for unreliable machines. The challenge I’m now faced with is not so much about being a woman, but being a new player. This sector requires high capital outlay, and funders require strong balance sheets, which I don’t have as yet. We also have a challenge when it comes to tendering against overseas companies for projects when in fact there are only two local and home-grown OEM’s in SA that can provide the equipment and create

employment opportunities for South Africans.

What are the benefits of having both your companies KwaNgwane Plant Solutions (KPS) & KwaNgwane Consulting (KC) operating in this industry, and how does the synergy exist?

JH: We have become in essence a one-stop-shop. KPS is the dealer that sources machines primarily from DEZZI Equipment for whom we are a national

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We are particularly focussed on the emerging contractors ie. SANRAL appointed contractors.

We have also noted the entrance of new junior miners who are in desperate need for machines.

dealer. KC is the company that sources business and provides rental capital equipment required by contractors for short, medium and long term civil, mining and materials handling projects. KC deals strictly with renting out earth moving equipment, and will contract with clients wanting to lease, and those wanting to buy but that don’t have money to purchase as yet.

To lease machinery KC only requires a 10% deposit. If the client does have an off-taking agreement but does not have the 10% deposit KC requires, KC will give the client the machinery to rent, and when the client has sufficient deposit to own the machine they pay a deposit to KPS and can then own it.

manufacturer), what has been the journey so far?

KPS have partnered with Dezzi Equipment, a well-established SA OEM (original-equipment

JH: We are the DEZZI dealer appointed to nationally service primarily the three spheres of government. We also have

JH: It’s an exciting journey. DEZZI was chosen specifically for being a local manufacturer rather than an importer. This partnership does present challenges on pricing in the marketplace that is dominated by importers. We have decided to join hands with DEZZI to approach government to explore options of how to overcome the various challenges.

You have operations in all 9 provinces, servicing both the public and private sectors, what industries do you service? (please list)

Billy Guy Bembe, BCIP; Mzwakhe Mbatha, DTIC; Lehlohonolo Moloyi, MEMSA; Joy Hlongwane, MD KPS; Phillip Lagerwall, Financial Director DEZZI; Todani Moyo, KPS non-executive Chairman

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the added responsibility of servicing new industry clients in the following sectors: • • • • • • •

Mining Construction Agriculture Forestry Materials handling Quarrying Allied industry

We are particularly focussed on the emerging contractors ie. SANRAL appointed contractors. We have also noted the entrance of new junior miners who are in desperate need for machines.

In which sectors do you see growth for your companies, and what do your companies uniquely bring to the table?

JH: As mentioned before, we see huge opportunities in the Road building and maintenance sector if SANRAL and the DBSA are able to roll out the R17b project pipeline. The municipality infrastructure backlog is in the trillions of rands and we hope to see the President’s promise of a programme to address this being implemented. DEZZI is strong in agriculture and forestry, and we see opportunities and hope to collaborate with SAFCOL and other agencies of state. The current commodity boom is predicted to continue and we are actively positioning the 2 companies

to ride this wave as long as it lasts in the mining sector. KPS and KC bring industry experience that is allied to local content that other OEM’s cannot match. As we are 100% women youth owned, we are unmatched from the preferential procurement perspective.

We are able to source new and used machines through our OEM and dealer network and provide the support through the nationwide dealer presence to minimise downtime.

What are the benefits of local companies working with a SA OEM? JH: As an example, SANRAL contracts stipulate a local content requirement for certain machines for awarded tenders. There are only 2 local OEM’s that meet these requirements. As each company has to maintain a BEE scorecard, procuring from a 100% youth, women owned company enables the end user to claim more than 120% of their spend as preferential procurement which is unmatched in this industry. It also enables one to claim valuable bonus points over and above.

You’re passionate about creating employment, how do you envision going about this, what are your short and long-term goals to achieve this?

JH: The manufacturing sector, according to a study done by Dr Justin Barnes and commissioned by the DTIC, represents the greatest opportunity

for creating jobs. The DEZZI factory employs nearly 100 people but has the potential to create a few hundred more jobs. In the short term, we will employ salespeople, technical support and mechanics to service machines.

The medium to long-term goal is to manufacture componentry for the machine range to increase local content and integrate this into the main manufacturing facility in Port Shepstone. We will further deepen the value chain and create further jobs downstream Do you have clients outside of SA? Please give examples.

JH: KPS and KC currently do not have clients outside of SA but are actively exploring these opportunities primarily in forestry and agriculture.

DEZZI has established an impressive track record over 30 years in Zambia, Malawi, DRC, Zimbabwe.

What support from government, if any, is required for businesses like your own to thrive in this very challenging environment we’re faced with?

JH: Government support is critical to ensure that KPS/DEZZI become competitive. The imposition of duties/ tariffs as a protective measure is a first step. Products should then become designated to foster localisation from importers. Government should then actively assist local OEM’s to offer finance packages through the OEM’s or in partnership with banks, to benefit the end users.

info@kwangwane.co.za Tel: +27 (78) 385-0418 Web: www.kwangwane.co.za Tel: 010 030 4610

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SA Road Signs This client-centred business is focussed on the manufacture, supply and export of high-quality road signs and tra c safety services.

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A Road Signs is the leading end-to-end tra c safety solution provider that creates value for customers, people and society through its unique 360° approach.

The company is BBBEE Level 4.

The SA Road Signs team has eight years of experience in the mining and civil sector. We focus on manufacturing and compliance with respected authorities.

We work in partnership with our clients to develop optimal solutions by employing our vast experience of road projects. Our sta is committed to working with our customers, combining experience and vision to achieve maximum satisfaction and value with a true commitment to quality and safety.

Our business with a wide footprint across the world.

Corporate philosophy SA Road Signs believes in alliances and partnerships and nurtures them to reach our customers with the right solution. SA Road Signs is your partner with excellent knowledge of: • products that meet approved standards • fast delivery • turnkey service provision Product portfolio • • • •

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mining signs (safety and informative) auxiliary safety products

WE OFFER COMPETITIVE RATES and civil industry – a one-call solution.

Manufacturing SA Road Signs o ers a wide range of in-house manufactured items. Raw materials are locally sourced. This includes items such as: temporary signs with unique frames to limit injury when signs are handled); permanent tra c signs; panel stack signs; overhead signs; route markers; danger plates; galvanised supports and mining signs.

SA Road Signs supplies • road studs • epoxy kits • delineators and bases • cones: 450mm up to 1.8m (monster cone) in various colours • New Jersey barricades • barricade netting es) • Clients Some recent projects completed include permanent road signs for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, road block signs for the military of

panel stack signs

Address: 167 Leeukuil, Percy Fyfe, Polokwane 0699 Tel: +27 15 004 0316 Email: admin@saroadsigns.co.za Website: www.saroadsigns.co.za

signs in Limpopo Province.

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DISCOVER AND EXPLORE THE FREE STATE

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he wide golden plains, with its’ open farmlands, and uninterrupted skylines, unique, eccentric towns and villages, interesting road routes, and the vast rocky mountain areas make the Free State a natural beauty. This tranquil inland jewel is known for its warm South African hospitality and a mix of culture which is clear in street names, public buildings, monuments, and museums.

CULTURE AND HERITAGE Rich with a cultural mix of African and European, and a history of struggle wars, the Free State has a range of museums which houses valuable collections from various disciplines such as history, nature, art and culture.

Visit the Oliewenhuis Art Museum to view art collections that represent the heritage of South Africa. The museum also promotes artwork by young artists in the region. The National Museum has life size sculptures,

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displays and paintings that illustrate the history of South African tribes and of Bloemfontein. The Women’s Memorial and the Anglo Boer War Museum provides a background on what transpired during the war and the harsh realities of the concentration camp. Take a journey through four centuries of Basotho culture, history and tradition at the Basotho Cultural Village situated in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. On top of the mountain in Leratong Village, Monontsha, near the border of Lesotho you will find the Bothobapelo Country Lodge which gives tourist a real-life Basotho cultural experience.

The village educational tours which forms part of the activities at the lodge are aimed at educating tourists about the Basotho culture and lifestyle.

Dinkoeng Tented Camp in the area has redefined camping by being the first adventure and tented camp in the region. Boosting of modern tented and glamping accommodation,

the establishment is a blend of both the current and past times with architecture designs depicting the heritage and culture of the Basotho.

The location is a natural habitat for many indigenous herbs used by the locals to treat various chronic diseases.

WILDLIFE AND SAFARI Known for its impressive sandstone, the Golden Gate Highlands National Park with its stunning sandstone formations is a beckon for honeymooners, an Eldorado for hikers, climbers and nature as well as history lovers. Experience a unique environment true to its highland habitat which offers a picture-perfect view for explorers who climb all the way up. The Gariep Dam Nature Reserve and Sterkfontein Dam Reserve are home to a variety of mammals, birds and fish. Willem Pretorius Game Reserve ensures excellent game viewing, here you can visit the environmental education

centre, controlled by the Directorate of Environmental and Nature Conservation.

One can find a well-preserved ruin of a prehistoric settlement, apparently of the long-vanished Leghoya people. One of the settlements has been refurbished and declared a national monument.

Seekoeivlei Nature Reserve is one of those rare gems, hidden from the crowds.

The Nature Reserve protects one of South Africa’s wetlands. It has 7 two-roomed houses to rent at a fair price.

It is a great bird viewing destination with numerous bird species in and around the Nature Reserve including buffaloes, reed buck and other species.

Imvelo Safari Lodge contributes to the conservation of not only nature but also to that of wildlife in the Free State, as many of the animals in the reserve had to be re-introduced.

De Oude Kraal Country Estate & Spa situated in Reddersburg promotes environmental awareness through sustainable conservation initiatives including the reduction of landscape water use, labour force motivated to be more conscientious, reduce scrap material during production.

SCENIC BEAUTY Get on the top of the highest point in the Golden Gate Park, Ribbokkop, to witness the picturesque view from the impressive sandstones. Cool highveld summers with the possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoon and cold winters with occasional snow transform the Golden Gate National Park into a winter wonderland. Naval Hill in the City of Roses, Bloemfontein gives you the panoramic view of the whole city, this where you will find the 8m tall statue of the late former president Nelson Mandela.

The Free State offers a beautiful scenery

and alternative experiences for the off-the beaten-track traveler on the National Road (N1) between Johannesburg and Cape Town.

Experience the serenity of nature, and the excitement and thrill of the adrenaline pumping rapids with the white-water rafting at the Gariep in Clarens, a charming town rich in scenic beauty, majestic arts and craft, museums and tranquility. In between valleys and fertile agricultural land of the Free State, visitors will find quaint little towns /dorpies with its own unique wine, beer, gin and rum offerings. >

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The Free State has an abundance of experiences for tourists, whether they’re looking for an action-packed adventure, medical, educational or a well-deserved leisure break.

ACTION AND ADVENTURE

and hosts several large annual events.

Take a hike in the Rocky Mountains surrounding the Vredefort Dome, view untouched San paintings, and abseil or rock climb in the area. Parys is an ideal place for white-water rafting, hiking, mountain-biking, abseiling, horse-riding, fly-fishing, deep-water angling and game drives, perfect destination for adventurers to flock. Visit the fourth best racetrack in the world, the Phakisa Freeway Track, like the highly acclaimed Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Nevada is rated as one of the safest circuits, but also one of the most demanding.

Explore Kasi tourism, to get a taste of the local cuisine and to experience how the people from the townships live, and their form of entertainment.

Phakisa hosts several national and international; races – including the six World Motorcycle Grand Prix events to date. Cliffdale Quads, based in Memel and located in the foothills of the Free State Drakensberg, boasts lovely weather and breathtaking views. They offer 4x4 trails exploring dirt roads, riverbeds, farms and magical mountain passes. Summit the Sentinel Peak, 34 metres chain ladder, which is 3000 metres above sea level.

CITY LIFE For a modern, thriving, and cosmopolitan city, the Free State boer history of Bloemfontein is prominently displayed in its architecture, museums and in memorials. The Loch Logan Waterfront boasts world-class shopping facilities, sports stadiums, and entertainment venues. The City of Roses has thriving arts, culture, entertainment industries,

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The Free State has an abundance of experiences for tourists, whether they’re looking for an action-packed adventure, medical, educational or a well-deserved leisure break.

Navigate and explore the Free State Province and enjoy its people, great experiences, wildlife, adventure and local culture!

ORBIT TVET COLLEGE ABOUT US

ORBIT TVET College is one of the 50 public Technical Vocational Education and Training Colleges (TVET) countrywide that specialise in priority skills development. All TVET Colleges are part of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).

The specific focus of public TVET Colleges is to address the skills shortages in South Africa by offering relevant and responsive Vocational and Occupational programmes. Vocational Programmes are quality assured by Umalusi and Occupational Programmes are quality assured by the QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations).

We are located in the Bojanala Region of the North West Province and consist of three campuses: Brits, Mankwe and Rustenburg.

A VARIETY OF PROGRAMMES TO CHOOSE FROM! NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NQF LEVEL 2 - 4 (Accredited by Umalusi) • Engineering- related & ICT fields • Business & Utility-related programmes REPORT 191 (NATED) PROGRAMMES • Engineering studies N1- N3 (Artisan development programmes) • Engineering studies N4-N6 • Business & General studies N4-N6 OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAMMES (Services SETA-accredited) • Hairdressing NQF Level 2 - 4 • Beauty & Nail Technology NQF Level 4 ARTISAN DEVELOPMENT (QCTO) • The Centres of Specialisation (CoS) are departments within the public TVET College Campuses dedicated to artisan development training in partnership with employers.

These centres strive to produce successful quality artisans in one or more of the priority trades. Centre of Specialisation programmes ensure a closer working relationship with industry, training centres and the Post School and Training (PSET) Sector. ORBIT College offer CoS Programmes in: - Electrician Trade - Diesel Mechanic Trade

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PMC

PMC INVESTS IN SELWANA VILLAGE

by constructing a 3km road

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MC is aware and understands its moral responsibility as a corporate citizen of BaPhalaborwa and the influential role that we are expected to play in the development of local communities and supporting economies, and strive as far as possible to nurture harmonious relationships with host communities.

As PMC, we firmly believe in establishing relationships with our stakeholders on the basis of trust.

The socio-economic issues most prevalent in our host communities include unemployment, low economic growth, inadequate infrastructure, and lack of access to services including healthcare and education. Communities also have concerns about food and water security.

In framing our approach to social contribution, we are guided by a set of guidelines that outline the philosophy,

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scope and application of our community development initiatives.

Ba-Phalaborwa Community Forum and sector departments.

Focus areas include:

For many years Selwana always had a dusty and uncomfortable gravel road that was not maintained on a frequent basis. Palabora Mining Company as part of their Social and Labour Plan identified and committed to construct a 3km tar road into the village. The road was officially handed over to the Department of Roads and Transport on the 07th of July 2022 after an event that was hosted at Selwana Traditional Authority with a number of community members in attendance.

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Enterprise and supplier development Localization of employment Localization of procurement opportunities Infrastructure development Support for public health initiatives Education and skills development Preservation of the environment

In helping to build livelihoods in host communities, we work with a range of stakeholders at local and provincial level, on projects and initiatives to ensure that we secure our own social license to operate in the local communities. The main local stakeholders are Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality, Traditional Authorities,

The event took place at the Selwana community hall which was constructed in 2019 from the dividends received from PMC through the Leolo Community Trust.

For years, Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) and Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality

were in discussions seeking a resolution to meet the fair expectations of the Selwana Traditional Authorities and its community, resilient in their protest, demanding for change in their quality of life through construction of a proper access road into the village. The mining giant, through the Integrated Development Plan of Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality, was convinced by the consolidated due diligence outcomes that measured the potential socio-economic impact and return on investment achievable through construction of a 3km road in Selwana village. The new 3km road was constructed following the specification of a regional road and finished with asphalt.

The project partnership was beyond just ticking a compliance checklist to secure the mining license for PMC. It was equally motivated by the desire to unleash the projected potential that could transform the lives of the people in Selwana for the better. Once the partnership commenced, some benefits were activated immediately such as: •

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Community appreciation of the immediate positive impact of the road construction project.

Municipality was on par with service delivery expectations from the community.

Tribal authority was prioritizing the interest of the people.

Improved market access for the local crop farmers.

Address at the event and stated that she appreciated PMC for always lending a helping hand to the municipality in ensuring that the lives of the Ba-Phalaborwa residents are improved and sustained.

She commended the mining giant on caring for the people within their host communities, just as Tata Nelson Mandela encouraged people to do.

Many speakers at the event echoed the same message directed to the community of Selwana, the road that was constructed was neither done for PMC, the municipality, nor the traditional authorities. The 3km road belongs to the people of Selwana village. It remains their responsibility to protect and look after their infrastructure. Roads tend to be damaged during community protests all over the country and this was strongly discouraged as it needs to serve everyone who resides in those communities.

The road will create easy access for community members to travel into town, ensure that medical services can be accessed easily, and enabling emerging crop farmers in Selwana to reduce travel time to the markets as well as wear and tear on their vehicles. The relationship between the traditional authorities, government partners and PMC played a vital role in

ensuring that the construction of the road was successful.

In witnessing how the road added value for the community of Selwana, PMC has decided to fund a further 3km. "We have a strong conviction that after the additional 3km road construction, the Department of Roads and Transport will be in a position to come on board to construct the road to connect to the Eiland road. We are proud to kick-off Mandela Month by handing over this road to the Department of Roads and Transport as well as the community of Selwana", said PMC Business Leader, Zakes Malepe.

As part of PMC’s Stakeholder Engagement Strategy, it is important for us to partner with government to ensure that we are able to collectively make a difference for the people in Ba-Phalaborwa and ensure that we leave a long-lasting legacy in our host communities.

This project has presented a number of spin-offs for the community of Selwana which includes but not limited to: •

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The road construction project enabled an overnight boom of fixed term job opportunities.

The project workforce and employees were conveniently sourced from the local community ranging from elementary to skilled.

Subcontracting opportunities for local businesses.

Farmers have improved access to markets to preserve their produce.

The locals were temporarily employed, financially empowered, and able to boost local economic activity through circulation of money within Selwana.

MEC for Roads and Transport, Honourable Nkakareng, was delivering the Keynote

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PMC IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MURRAY & ROBERTS GIVE BACK TO LOCAL VILLAGE SCHOOLS

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he provision of services such as water in the local schools of Makhushane village came in as a major boost when Murray & Roberts Cementation in partnership with Palabora Mining Company (PMC) officially handed over the three (3) fully equipped boreholes that came with purification systems, three (3) water tanks and concrete basin basins at St Patrick Mathibela primary school, Makhushane lower primary school and Bollanoto primary school. The official handover took place at Makhushane Lower Primary School on the 13th of June 2022.

Murray & Roberts, in partnership with PMC have ensured that teaching and learning continues within Makhushane village by providing proper sanitation and purified drinking water. This partnership

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has ensured that three (3) schools’ benefits from the sinking of boreholes for the provision of water. Education is a societal issue and considering all the challenges that the Department of Education is facing.

By partnering with our stakeholders, we can indeed improve the lives of every child across the education landscape and Ba-Phalaborwa communities at large.

“As PMC, we always believe in giving back to the community and that is what we have been doing. I would also like to applaud our contractors for always coming through when we plead with them to help us in developing our local communities.

This in turn provides temporary employment to the locals in the respective areas, who usually are from

previously disadvantaged background,’’ said PMC’s Manager for Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement and Communication, Abby Ledwaba.

As a responsible corporate citizen of Ba-Phalaborwa PMC’s focus is usually guided by the influence and engagement with local traditional authorities, municipality SLP and community leaders.

Our strategic focus areas include but are not limited to: • • • • •

Infrastructure development Education based initiatives Skills development and creating local employment Enterprise and Supplier development Providing support to Safety and Health initiatives

For many years, schools in the villages did not have classrooms, sufficient water, or sanitation. The three (3) schools were identified as the neediest for boreholes as they have been struggling with running water in their schools which posed a significant health challenge. The three (3) schools in Makhushane were identified as the neediest and deserving of the intervention.

Fred Durand, Senior Project Manager from Murray & Roberts Cementation gave a heartfelt speech regarding the borehole water project that they were able to fund as a company. “I am grateful I was part of this good initiative and to the leaders of the three schools, please feel free if you need help with anything, we will openly assist, these children are the future”, Durand said.

The contractor representative from Team Legodi Pty (Ltd), Dennis Legodi was also afforded an opportunity to share a message of appreciation. Legodi thanked

the two companies for giving him an opportunity to render the service. The three schools were giving a warranty of 12 months and he further mentioned that the boreholes will sustain them for at least 15 years to come.

Director at the Limpopo Education MEC office, ‘’We are grateful to PMC for always assisting and supporting the Department of Education, with these projects, you have restored the dignity of the black child.

These initiatives have played a huge part in developing these rural schools at Makhushane village as well as restoring the human dignity for learners and educators alike. The three (3) schools now have drinkable water, flushing toilets and water to irrigate their garden, which supplies vegetables for the school’s feeding scheme which supplies the community with fresh fruit and vegetables.

It remains PMC’s objective to support the community in ensuring that there is proper sanitation, shelter, and basic resources.

PMC has also built ablution buildings for all three schools and kitchen to bridge the gap that existed within the schools.

Most of these projects have ensured that some of the disadvantaged communities have created temporary employment as the companies who were tasked are local Enterprise companies to execute the projects. This in turn provides income for the locals and boost the local economy.

Speaking at the handovers for the ablution facilities and newly built kitchens at Bollanoto primary school, Dr N Ndebele, Director at the Limpopo Education MEC office, ‘’We are grateful to PMC for always assisting and supporting the Department of Education, with these projects, you have restored the dignity of the black child.

As educators and principals, we commit ourselves to looking after the investment that you have made in ensuring that teaching and learning is uninterrupted, “She said Even though it is required by the Social Labour Plan for corporate companies to provide financial support to local disadvantaged communities, PMC continues to be a leader in the mining industry that cares for the community where it operates, by providing relevant projects to sustain the community in ensuring that the future of the youth is secured.

CONTACT Palabora Copper (Pty) Limited 1 Copper Road Phalaborwa Limpopo 1389 Tel: +2715 780 2911 Fax: +2715 780 2093 www.palabora.com

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The 46th WorldSkills International Competition hosted in France, will feature over 1600 competitors from more than 60 countries and regions, competing in over 63 skills. The WorldSkills competitions create a global platform to develop and help young people who want to change their lives and affords them the opportunity of improving the fortunes of their communities and societies.

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nder the supervision and mentorship of one of the most dedicated and passionate lecturers at Taletso TVET College, Mr. Collins Ngomane, Rebecca “Becca” Tshuma has become the CAD Gold Medal Winner in the National WorldSkills Competition.

Born and bred in the Khuma (Stilfontein) location, “Becca”, as known to her friends, started the competition from provincial preliminary levels in Brits, Rustenburg, in 2021. She went through to the nationals in Durban, held her first position, and won gold - this after vigorous skills tests and competitions in CAD-Computer Aided Design. Becca will be going on to represent South Africa internationally in October 2022 in France.

Tshuma is a go-getter and graduate who received numerous distinctions in her academic record and is an SRC academic officer at Mafikeng Campus. Her ambition is to be a great example to the young black child, and show them that an African child can achieve and live up to his/her dreams. She maintains that her journey will not stop after the WorldSkills competition, she wants to start something for herself, saying that there is no limit to any career be it mechanical, or any other field of study one may choose to follow.

The 2022 WSZA National Competition, hosted under the theme “It’s Cool to be a 21st Century Artisan”, was incorporated into a two-day WSZA Conference at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre hosted parallel to the National Competition.

The conference was strategically used as a launching pad for the National Apprenticeship and Artisan Development Strategy 2030 which is in its final stages of being promulgated by the DHET. The WSZA National Competition also incorporated the National Artisan Development Career Festival which was hosted in different selected districts of the KwaZulu-Natal province. The career festival aimed to reduce, among others, the stigma related to artisan careers, and to provide information on artisan careers and possible career projections.

The winners at the National Competition will get an opportunity to represent the country at the WorldSkills International Competition in France, to compete in different skills areas covering different disciplines. i.e. Construction and Building Technology; Manufacturing and Engineering Technology; Information and Communications; Social and Personal Services; Creative Arts and Fashion; and Transportation and Logistics, among others.

WHICH SCHOOL DID YOU GO TO? I started my journey in Hata-Butle Primary School, then later went to Borakanelo Secondary School, a school well known for its excellent academic record in a small township of Khuma (Stilfontein).

WHO OR WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO FOLLOW MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND EVENTUALLY CAD? Growing up I always wanted to be an engineer, but the question was which type of an engineer, and what did I exactly want to specialise in? Even when I was about to apply to a college I was still unsure, then it happened that there was this unique course in NCV called Engineering and Related Design. Even the name itself tells you it’s very versatile and vast, by then I knew exactly what I wanted and made up my mind and then enrolled for it.

Growing up we were never educated about different professions other than being a teacher, doctor, lawyer, etc. so, as a child I was very curious to know and learn more, that's where I was inspired to do something different, different from what we were taught, and do something unique from the rest.

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TALETSO TVET COLLEGE Mechanical Engineering is known as the mother of engineering, it was present from the dawn of human civilization, from the cell phone you are holding now, to a building you are in, everything is purely Mechanical Engineering.

It's always challenging getting to learn new things, you stumble a bit at first and it's so frustrating when you fail to get it right at first, but with the love I had for learning the programme, I became patient with myself. It was not smooth sailing at all and I encountered many bumps along the way, I however remain proud of myself for persevering through CAD. In the future I hope to improve my CAD skills by learning more of the functions, there is a whole library of tools that I have yet to learn and I want to push myself to be the best that I can be. I can't wait to use CAD in my future designs as a Mechanical Engineer, whether for simple

projects or real applications in the world.

HOW WAS THE EXPERIENCE OF COMPETING NATIONALLY IN DURBAN? Being my first time participating in a competition, it was a very wonderful experience. I acquired many new and useful CAD skills also not forgetting to have a good time along the way.

The competition provided an opportunity to showcase our Artisan Trades Skills (ATS). I became part of the WorldSkills ZA competition by the encouragement of my mentor Mr. Collins Ngomane, who has always been there for me, to enlighten me with all the knowledge I needed to showcase my skills and how much I could learn and benefit from the exposure of participating in such a competition.

It was a blessing and an opportunity of a lifetime to compete in the nationals.

The pressure was intense as only one competitor per skill would be chosen to represent South Africa in the International WorldSkills Competition. As professional as the competition was, we had experts and our mentors to bring out the best in us and guide us.

We had the opportunity to get to know other competitors from other skill areas, who were very friendly, and I got the opportunity to get exposure to their skill categories. I was able to establish new relationships which I hope will help me as time goes by.

Technically, the projects that were chosen allowed me to showcase all the skills I have been working hard on. I gained more experience, in how to approach certain challenges and manage my time, it has also encouraged me to adopt innovative techniques and develop ideas and skills and most importantly it played a big role in building my self-confidence.

THE COLLEGE LAUNCHES AN AUTOMATED BROILER FACILITY On the 20th September 2021 the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) in partnership with the Department of Higher Education, Science and Innovation (DHESIT), through Taletso College, saw the college’s Lichtenburg Campus Farm and local community being awarded a state-of-the-art Automated Broiler facility.

The initiative culminated into months of preparation leading towards the much anticipated and successful hand-over ceremony.

In attendance were, the Deputy Minister of DHET Mr. Buti Manamela, MEC for Basic Education Ms. Wendy Matsemela (NWPG), Head of Corporate Affairs from the IDC Mr. Tsepo Ramodibe, Chairperson of the AgriSeta Board Ms. Sharon Sepeng, DHET Regional Manager Dr Nick Balkrishen, Chairperson of Taletso TVET College Ms. Nomvuko Nomnga, Acting Principal of Taletso TVET College Mr. Moeti Nkomo, and VIPs of the day who were agriculture

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Deputy Minister of DHET: Mr. Buti Manamela

students from Lichtenburg Campus lead

by Mr. Moeng, a lecturer at the campus, as well as members of the community represented by the municipality officials.

In his delivery, the Deputy Minister went on to highlight the importance of partnerships and community-based projects in the form of Incubation Programmes, he believes that both students and lecturers will benefit greatly.

Acting Principal of Taletso TVET College: Mr. Moeti Nkomo

He went on to express how he wished that the beneficiaries would not only be ready for the job-market but equally use the skills and training acquired to start their own businesses and be selfsufficient and contribute meaningfully towards the localised economy sectors without limitations. The message of excitement and renewed hope towards the development and empowerment of our youth was in the air across speakers of the day.

Kgosi Jeffery Montshioa pledged land towards rural development for more similar initiatives to be realized in various communities across the region and province.

Development Innovation Manager: Mr. Sello Musi

The Project Leader and Business Development Innovation Manager Mr. Sello Musi was ecstatic about the automated broiler house and office facilities that was launched and believes there will be great spin-offs which will expose Taletso TVET students who are doing Primary Agriculture to the modern technology used in the poultry industry currently. He continued to state that students would hit the ground running when they either got employed in the commercial industry, or, start their own businesses in poultry farming.

Mr Musi said that the College would also look into training unemployed youth on accredited poultry qualifications with AgriSeta and that the staff and the students at AgriSeta have all shown an interest in the facility.

A further benefit to the College is that the chickens will become a source of income for the college on a continuous six (6) week cycle.

The proceeds will be used for the maintenance of the facility and the farm in general. Mr Musi stated that he envisaged roping in big hatchery industry through their social responsibility activity and mandate them to donate chickens to the college so that they are trained and readied for the industry.

He further continued to say that Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) would be the order of the day and that the College would be working together with the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for the slaughtering of chickens at the Kgora Training Centre abattoir in Mahikeng (Ramatlabana).

Central Office Tel: +27 (0) 18 384 2346/ 50 Fax: +27 (0) 18 384 7511 Email: info@taletsofetcollege.co.za Website: www.taletso.edu.za Adress: 761-762 Setlogelo Dr, Montshiwa Unit 2, Mahikeng, 2790

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NEWS K E E P I N G YO U U P -T O - D AT E W I T H T H E L AT E S T A N D M O S T R E L E VA N T N E W S I N S O U T H A F R I C A

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NEWS WELCOME TO THE CITY NELSON MANDELA BAY OF MUNICIPALITY EMPOWERED LEADERSHIP MATLOSANA CITY OF PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

Hon Mayor Eugene Johnson comes from humble beginnings born in 1963 as of of five children to Elizabeth-Ann, Theone City Matlosana Municipality is asituated unionistapproximately and lay preacher, 164and km David Johnson, a factory worker at the Ford South West of Johannesburg, Motor Company. Mayor Johnson spent strategically located on the N12 most of her formative life in Arcadia, a Treasure Route, which is the North West northern township of Gqeberha, leaving Province’s primary tourism corridor.

Arcadia High School in 1980 to join the resistance movement against Apartheid.

The entry scenicinto N12politics starts would from come Her Mpumalanga and isfloor the gateway to through the factory as a NAAWU the Western The shop stewardCape at theProvince. tender age of route 17 takes you eMalahleni, years.

Afterfrom just three years astoa the shop steward, Johnson Province would beand elected vibrant Gauteng the as a national executive of NAAWU Sterkfontein Cradlemember of Humankind and become theSite, first and female deputy to World Heritage continues president responsible for gender at Potchefstroom, Klerksdorp, Kimberley, NUMSA. Her tenure in South African Beaufort West, up until George. national unionism would span over a decade.

It is the Transformation of the N12 Treasure Route that has unlocked In 1994, after leaving the factory regional resulted floor and opportunities union politics, and Johnson was in massive activity and mobility along the employed as a creditors and accounts Matlosana the corridor. clerk at Autoportion Plastics.ofOver the next It has a multi-dimensional character that fifteen years she would build extensive has createdinemployment, enhanced experience finance and corporate commuter movement, enhanced governance in the private sector. investment opportunities, increased Johnson served as founding member economic activity, etc. of the Institute of Retirement Funds of South Africa, the Board of WHY VISIT THEchaired CITY OF Trustees of Auto Plastics and Faurecia MATLOSANA? Employees Provident Funds, and headed Auto Plastics and Faurecia’s Employment Create unforgettable memories Equity and Skills Development Boards.

at our quality business and leisure accommodation which With the dawn of venues democracy, Johnson include conferencing, wedding and joined the ANC and became involved spa facilities.

The City has a wealth of in the regional structures of the attractions for visitors: organisation. She served as branch

chairperson of Ward 7 and cluster • Adventure tourism in the co-ordinator of ANC branches northern areas of Gqeberha.

• Wildlife tourism Between 2001 and Medical 2009, Johnson served on the • tourism ANC Nelson Mandela Regional Executive • Wellness tourism

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Executive Mayor: Cllr Eugene Johnson

Committee. In 2010 she was elected to the National Executive Committee of the South African National Civic Organisation Create and served inunforgettable the ANC Eastern Cape memories at League our from 2015 to Provincial Women’s quality business and 2018.

leisure accommodation Johnson hadwhich an impressive stint in local venues include and national government between conferencing, wedding 2005 andspa 2016.facilities.

She was elected to the and Nelson Mandela Bay Municipal Council

in 2005. After leaving the councilHUB in 2010, MATLOSANA AS A MEDICAL Johnson would go on to join Statistics

South Africa in its census program, To us health care is of paramount and serve on the National Economic importance as a healthy city is Development and Labour Council of productive and constitutes prosperity.

South Africa. In 2016 she was an aid in We boast well-developed medical the Office of the ANC Parliamentary facilities, which enhances and Chief Whip. promotes the competitive advantage of Matlosana a major Medical would Hub Between 2017 as and 2020, Johnson in West Province.

Services putthe herNorth experience in governance and include: general private medical administration to and use as an entrepreneur, fascilities, and dental consultant,casualty/trauma and corporate governance expert. She would workfocus as a consultant services.

Most clinics on primary for the Swedish backed NGO, The health care services.

Ubutyebi Trust, setting up a new human settlements program in Nelson Mandela Bay, and served as chairperson The city prides itself on having of the Donkin Hospital Board and the five private hospitals, two government Gelvandale Frail Care Board. hospitals, including the largest

state hospital in the North West Mayor Eugene Johnson has an Province and 15 clinics including impressive track record in public service mobile clinics. It also boasts the only and private sector leadership. However, fully contained oncology unit her in the she is often found highlighting most North West Province, which offers important achievements as raising her athree comprehensive four children, andservice being aatgrandmother pathological laboratories to five grandchildren.

She isand alsohas a the latest MRI scanner the in her devout Christian, deeplyatrooted religious teaching radiology unit. of justice for the poor, compassion for the vulnerable and service to the needy.

PRIME LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT Hon.Development Mayor EugeneRoute Johnson N12 washas taken the reigns at a time when the identified by the municipality municipality faces a plethora of as a flagship project for golden crises, but her energy and passion opportunities in the following sectors: for getting the work done and her housing, business, heritage, compassion for the industrial, communities she mining, sport asto well as serves is tourism, her driving force complete recreation. the tasks at hand.

DR NKOSAZANA DLAMINI ZUMA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY DRIVEN TOWARDS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND LOCAL ECONOMIC AGRICULTURE

Agriculture is one of the mainstays of Matlosana, which proudly boasts a The Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma region rich with agricultural potential.

Municipality is named after Dr The emphasis is focused field Nkosazana Clarice DlaminionZuma, crops, such as maize, wheat, sorghum, the present Minister of Cooperative sunflowers, etc... (climatically suitable Governance and Traditional Affairs, with a 70% probability of previous production elected 30 May 2019, and success).in The Presidency: Planning, Minister Monitoring and Evaluation from 27 February 2018 to 25 May 2019.

INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT The municipality, situated on the Aside from attracting investment, southern parts ofRoute KwaZulu-Natal the N12 Treasure connects is one of the local municipalities communities to the economic hub of that fall under the Harry Gwalaroad Matlosana City. The improved District Municipality, which borders infrastructure changes the lives of on the Eastern Cape and Lesotho. the City’s citizens making it easier to The Municipality is the result of theand access employment opportunities amalgamation of the previous Ingwe other services.

Local Municipality and the Kwa Sani Local Municipality.

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Hon Mayor Sindisiwe “MaJobe” P Shoppers also be for Msomi wascan elected onspoiled 22 November choice between Matlosana Mall, City 2021 and became the second Mall, Flamwood Walk Shopping Mall, democratically elected Mayor of Harry Tower District’s Mall and second-biggest other leading shopping Gwala local centres in Matlosana. municipality since its formation of the municipality in August 2016.

achieve a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration obtained from the Management College of South Africa in 2018.

Mayor Msomi holds an academic qualification in Local Government, and served her community as a former ward councillor.

Under the sterling leadership of Mayor Msomi, the municipality is making a deliberate effort to advance township/rural revitalization, and listing entrepreneurship an Agriculture is one ofasthe important contributor to the economy mainstays of Matlosana, in terms of creation of employment, which proudly boasts economic growth, innovation and a region rich with competitiveness.

agricultural potential. emphasis is municipality focused ToThe achieve this end, the hason invested the development field incrops, such as of maize, wheat, sorghum, sunflowers, etc...

From an early age, and during both her primary education in Donnybrook, and her secondary education at Nokweja High School, her budding character was moulded around the ideals of liberation and the struggle for freedom and equality for all South Africans.

She became a teacher after qualifying with a Secondary Teachers Diploma from Eshowe College of Education and then attained a Higher Diploma in Education from the University of Natal in 1999. The Mayor then went on to

commercial infrastructure which will enable the formalisation of informal business. These facilities categorized as township/rural industrial parks, township business hubs, and automotive hubs, contribute as a driver of township/rural revitalization and the promotion of local business within the Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Municipality.

“The more equitable provision of economic infrastructure to underdeveloped areas is a key tenet of our inclusiveFRESH growthPRODUCE strategy and NATIONAL the municipality’s efforts aimed at MARKET achieving the government’s industrial objectives that areofoutlined The Market is the property in Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) thethe City of Matlosana and was also took the growth of industrial established in 1980 and it is ranked activity and ruralin the 8th out in oftownships 17 Fresh Markets regions into consideration,” said Mayor country according to turnover.

Cllr P.S Msomi.

With five Market agents, the market supplies customers as far as Botswana, Kimberly and Vryburg.

CONTACT DETAILS Address: Cnr Braamfisher & OR Tambo Streets, Klerksdorp Tel: 018 487 8000/ 018 487 8800 Email: communications@ klerksdorp.org CityofMatlosanaUpdates @MatlosanaCom Cityofmatlosanamunicipal Hon Mayor: Sindisiwe “MaJobe” P Msomi

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NEWS WELCOME TO THE CITYMUNICIPALITY OF THABA CHWEU LOCAL MATLOSANA OBTAINS AN UNQUALIFIED AUDITOF OUTCOME CITY PEOPLE ON THE MOVE The City of Matlosana Municipality is Thaba Chweu Local Municipality situated approximately km received an Unqualified164 Audit South West of the Johannesburg, Opinion from Auditor-General strategically located on thetoN12 of South Africa in relation the Treasure Route, which is the 2020-2021 financial year.

TheNorth signs West of Province’s primary tourism corridor. improvement have been evident in recent years. In 2019-2020, 2018-2019 The scenic N12 starts from and 2017-2018 financial years, the Mpumalanga and is the gateway to municipality received qualified audit the Western Cape Province. The route opinions. In the preceding financial takes you from eMalahleni, to the years, the TCLM used to receive vibrant Gauteng Province and the disclaimers.

Sterkfontein Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, and continues to Executive Mayor, Cllr. Mogotle Friddah Potchefstroom, Klerksdorp, Kimberley, Nkadimeng, has attributed this great Beaufort West, up until George. milestone to improved financial reporting, performance of management It is the Transformation the N12 reporting, and adherence to applicable Treasure Route that has unlocked legislation. regional opportunities and resulted in massive activity and mobility along the “This is a historic andIt Matlosana portionachievement of the corridor. an indication that the Municipality has a multi-dimensional character that is steering the right direction, has createdinemployment, enhanced and mattersmovement, previously enhanced raised by the commuter Auditor-General are receiving full investment opportunities, increased attention.

We are however still faced economic activity, etc. with several challenges to accelerate and improve service to the WHY VISIT THE CITYdelivery OF public. Some of these challenges MATLOSANA? emanate from past backlogs which Create unforgettable memories we have since prioritised and are at our quality leisure addressing as business a matter and of urgency.” accommodation said the Executivevenues Mayor.which include conferencing, wedding and spa facilities.

The a wealth of Credit must go toCity the has political attractions for visitors: leadership, the Accounting Officer and the entire administration for •their tireless Adventure efforts tourism and hard work •that led to Wildlife tourism the improvement of the •Municipality’s Medical tourism audit outcome.

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Create unforgettable memories at our quality business and leisure accommodation venues which include conferencing, wedding and spa facilities.

MATLOSANA AS A MEDICAL HUB To us health care is of paramount importance as a healthy city is productive and constitutes prosperity.

We boast well-developed medical facilities, which enhances and promotes the competitive advantage of Matlosana as a major Medical Hub in the North West Province. Services include: general and private medical fascilities, casualty/trauma and dental services. Most clinics focus on primary Executive Mayor: Cllr. Mogotle Friddah Nkadimeng health care services.

The city prides itself on having five private hospitals, two government hospitals, including the largest state hospital in the North West Province and 15 clinics including mobile clinics. It also boasts the only fully contained oncology unit in the North West Province, which offers a comprehensive service at four pathological laboratories and has the latest MRI scanner at the radiology unit.

PRIME LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT N12 Development Route was identified by the municipality as a flagship project for golden opportunities in the following sectors: housing, business, industrial, heritage, mining, tourism, sport as well as recreation.

AGRICULTURE Shongwe, together with Cllr. Mogotle Friddah Nkadimeng, Councillors from TCLM and Ehlanzeni District Municipality, and officials, embarked on a cleaning campaign of a wetland located alongside the Sterkspruit River.

Agriculture is one of the mainstays of Matlosana, which proudly boasts a region rich with agricultural potential.

The emphasis is focused on field crops, such as maize, wheat, sorghum, sunflowers, etc... (climatically suitable with a 70% probability of production success).

INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT Aside from attracting investment, the N12 Treasure Route connects communities to the economic hub of Matlosana City. The improved road infrastructure changes the lives of the City’s citizens making it easier to access employment opportunities and other services.

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Shoppers can also be spoiled for choice between Matlosana Mall, City Mall, Flamwood Walk Shopping Mall, Tower Mall and other leading shopping centres in Matlosana.

Agriculture is one of the mainstays of Matlosana, which proudly boasts a region rich with agricultural potential.

The emphasis is focused on field crops, such as maize, wheat, sorghum, sunflowers, etc...

2022 marks 51 years of celebrating The Wetlands Market is globally the property the sinceofthe the City of Matlosana and was in Convention of Wetlands Ramsar established in 1980 andanit appeal is ranked 1971, a day that makes to 8th world out of to 17 invest Fresh Markets the the financial,inhuman country according and political capitaltototurnover. save the world’s wetlands from disappearing Withtofive Market agents, market and restore those thatthe have been supplies customers as farwas as Botswana, degraded.

Mpumalanga the first Kimberly in and Province theVryburg. country, in 2013, to declare a Grassland Week and the event was the first of its kind as a combined celebration CONTACT DETAILS of Grasslands and Wetlands.

Address: Cnr Braamfisher &

Municipal Manager: MS SS MATSI

TCLM CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WETLANDS ECOSYSTEM DAY

The day also saw the official launch of the Air Quality Monitoring Station at Thusong Service Centre in Mashishing, which is the first to be introduced in the Ehlanzeni District. The station will assist with measuring and monitoring levels of gases and dust emitted in the air due to mining and other industrial activities which are detrimental to the NATIONAL PRODUCE health of theFRESH community.

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In Mpumalanga Province the day is also used to raise awareness of the importance of Wetlands and Grasslands - referred to as the Provincial Twin Treasures of Nature.

To mark the day, the MEC for Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs, Ms. Busi

Every year theStreets, Province purposefully OR Tambo Klerksdorp creates awareness about the linkages Tel: 018 487 8000/ between Wetlands and Grasslands 018 487 8800 and sets communications@ out to demonstrate the Email: importance of managing ecosystems klerksdorp.org inCityofMatlosanaUpdates their totality, acknowledging that protecting the ecological character, as @MatlosanaCom well as the freshwater resources and Cityofmatlosanamunicipal related ecological services are vital to human activity on Earth.

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NEWS CITY OF EKURHULENI WELCOME TO THE CITY OF MAYOR’S 100 DAYS MATLOSANA

IN OFFICE CITY OF PEOPLE ON THE MOVE During made to mark heris The Citythe of address Matlosana Municipality 100 days approximately in office, Mayor164 Campbell situated km said that “While there is no legislative South West of Johannesburg, obligation forlocated any administration strategically on the N12 to report back on their first 100 days, we Treasure Route, which is the North West recognise this symbolic milestone as an Province’s primary tourism corridor. important opportunity to account to the residents of Ekurhuleni on progress The scenic N12 starts from made since our accession to office.”

Mpumalanga and is the gateway to the Western Cape Province.

The route The City has an inclusive multi-party takes you from eMalahleni, to coalition government consistingthe of the vibrant Gauteng and the DA, Action SA, FF Province Plus, IFP, ACDP, Cope Sterkfontein and the PA. Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, and continues to Potchefstroom, She stated that asKlerksdorp, a minority Kimberley, government sheup was happy to have Beaufort West, until George.

secured an adjustment budget for the financial plan thatN12 will It is 2021/2022 the Transformation of the be used to improve delivery Treasure Route thatservice has unlocked and will be focused on: water and regional opportunities and resulted in electricity supply, environment massive activity and mobility along the and waste management, Matlosana portion of theroads corridor. It and stormwater infrastructure, has a multi-dimensional character that sanitation, human settlements and has created employment, enhanced job creation with a focus on long commuter movement, enhanced neglected areas. The City will also investment opportunities, increased focus the much needed budget economic activity, etc. allocation on financial management, good governance, and general WHY VISITrolls.

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Regarding roads and stormwater, maintenance was done on 2 100 stormwater drains, 48km of roads were rehabilitated, 550 road signs were installed and maintained, with 29 000m² of potholes were patched.

A new city audit committee was appointed with the full support of the multi-party coalition governance to ensure proper financial compliance and good governance by the city administration.

By her 100th day the City had concluded contracts with 1 100 Public Employment Programme beneficiaries, with a further EPWP 220 work opportunities created in roads and stormwater maintenance.

The progress made in the 100 days has had a positive impact on the residents of Ekurhuleni but Campbell admitted that they still have a long way to go in ensuring service is delivered efficiently. The Mayor had taken the reigns at a time when much needed to be done, but she firmly believes that good governance will ensure the stable recovery of the region.

The City had cleared 112 illegal dumping sites and progress had been made to clear hyacinth from the Benoni Lake and rehabilitate the Benoni lakes and dams for environmental and waste purposes.

Create unforgettable memories at our quality business and leisure accommodation venues which include conferencing, wedding and spa facilities.

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Using a ‘back-to-basics’ approach to Create unforgettable service delivery withinmemories her 100 days , the at our qualitythe business andsignificant leisure City included following results amongst itsvenues successes: accommodation which

include conferencing, wedding and Of R117 million allocated the of spathe facilities.

The City has a to wealth Energy Department in the city, R40 attractions for visitors: million was allocated for maintenance, and R77 million was allocated • Adventure tourism for new infrastructure to minimise power • Wildlife tourism outages cause by aged and poorly • Medical tourism maintained infrastructure.

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Wellness tourism

To us health care is of paramount importance as a healthy city is productive and constitutes prosperity.

We boast well-developed medical facilities, which enhances and promotes the competitive advantage of Matlosana as a major Medical Hub in the North West Province. Services include: general and private medical fascilities, casualty/trauma and dental services. Most clinics focus on primary health care services.

Executive Mayor: Cllr. Tania Campbell

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The city prides itself on having five private hospitals, two government hospitals, including the largest state hospital in the North West Province and 15 clinics including mobile clinics. It also boasts the only fully contained oncology unit in the North West Province, which offers a comprehensive service at four pathological laboratories and has the latest MRI scanner at the radiology unit.

PRIME LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT N12 Development Route was identified by the municipality as a flagship project for golden opportunities in the following sectors: housing, business, industrial, heritage, mining, tourism, sport as well as recreation.

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