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Welcome to the first edition of ‘IMPACT’, the LGSETA’s new quarterly external newsletter designed especially for you, our most valued stakeholders. The journey towards the inception of this newsletter has been an insightful and rewarding one. This issue is one of our greatest achievements, as it will highlight the valuable work the LGSETA has put in, in the last quarter.

In this issue, we envisaged to communicate our projects, processes, challenges and success stories. Furthermore, the newsletter will profile the LGSETA’s project achievements and it will ensure that our stakeholders are informed about our future developments.

We want this communiqué to be informative, entertaining and most importantly inspiring, by featuring a variety of content, which has been carefully selected for the benefit of you, our stakeholders.

The LGSETA is are aware that some municipalities are still not 100% clear on the Discretionary Grant (DG) application process; in this issue we will outline the DG process to our key stakeholders – municipalities. We will also focus on stakeholder capacitation, specifically the objectives of the Skills Development Provider Workshops, the Skills Planning Workshops and the Research Seminars.

The issue will further highlight our ongoing stakeholder engagement interventions, which are an integral element of our operations. These engagement sessions, in the form of provincial stakeholder conferences and Skills Development Facilitator Forums, are important to LGSETA, as they provide a platform for stakeholders around the country to raise issues about skills requirements within the respective regions and communities.

Also in this edition, we will profile a few graduation ceremonies, such as the Eastern Cape Traditional Leaders graduation ceremony, the South African Disability Development Trust graduation as well as the Eastern Cape Skills Development Facilitator graduation.

We close off this exciting issue by providing the muchanticipated feedback on the #FeesMustFall campaign. The campaign was a student-led protest movement in response to increased fees at South African universities. The LGSETA responded to the cause by awarding 700 bursaries to previously disadvantaged learners.

I would like to thank all our internal and external stakeholders for their contribution in ensuring that this edition is a success. I hope you all find this issue insightful and inspiring and most importantly we hope it creates a greater impact in each area of your lives! Here’s to continuing our journey to success for the second half of the year! II

CALL FOR INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY AND SUPPORT AT THE INDIGENOUS AND TRADITIONAL LEADERS INDABA

The Indaba took place from Monday 29 May 2017 to Friday 02 June 2017. The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), the Honourable Des van Rooyen, hosted the event.

The objective of the Indaba was to establish institutional mechanisms and create a platform for dialogue between the institution of traditional leadership, government and other key stakeholders. His Excellency, President Jacob Zuma, the Chairperson of Traditional Leaders, Ministers and MECs from various provinces, Kings, Queens, Traditional Leaders and academics from across the country graced the occasion.

“The Indaba will present an excellent opportunity to discuss critical issues that will contribute to moving our country forward,” expressed President Jacob Zuma during his address to delegates. The Indaba was convened under the following objectives:

a) Create a platform to raise issues and understand the institution, dynamics and mandate;

b) Institutionalisation of engagements to promote dialogue;

c) Harmonisation of relationships;

d) Nation building and social cohesion in the context of Ubuntu;

e) Seek to resolve cultural practices violating constitutional and legislative rights of individuals and communities;

f) The role of traditional leaders in radical economic development and land matters

Four panel discussions took place in the form of commissions under the following topics -Land Ownership, Tenure Rights and Economic Development, Institutional Capacity and Support, Nation Building and Social Cohesion and lastly Constitutional and Legislative Mandate. LGSETA’s CEO, Ms Gugu Dlamini, was one of the panellist

members at the Institutional Capacity and Support Commission. The focal area of the Commission was the call for capacity and support to be provided to the institution of traditional leaders in the different provinces.

The commission aimed to address issues that the traditional leaders are faced with, and subsequently propose solutions regarding the ongoing skills development challenges.

Furthermore, the LGSETA will play a role in the assistance and support in the reconstitution of the traditional leaders election process; as well as capacity building subsequent to the election process, in terms of leadership in the 21st century.

In response to the rapidly increasing reported cases of violence against women in South Africa, Mr van Rooyen closed his address by issuing a clarion call for no violence against women and children “Women are pillars of society and should be protected at institutions of learning, homes and in the workplace,” he said. II

“Unity in Diversity” - Together moving South Africa forward for an inclusive prosperous future, was the theme for the inaugural Indigenous and Traditional Leaders Indaba, held at the Birchwood Conference Centre, in Boksburg.

His Excellency, President Jacob Zuma amongst the delegates who attended the Indaba

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TRADITIONAL LEADERS TO BENEFIT FROM FUNDED SKILLS PROGRAMME

In delivering skills development, education and training to stakeholders within the local government sector, the LGSETA funded a skills programme on ‘Visionary Leadership and Emotionally Intelligence’ for 193 traditional leaders, identified in the Eastern Cape Province.

This was a unique project, which included two traditional houses, the Khoisan and Imbumba Yama Nyama. All 193 registered participants were successful and awarded a certificate during an auspicious certification ceremony that took place at St Saviour’s Anglican Church in East London.

The event saw numerous traditional leaders filling up the hall and cheering on the graduates. It was through the efforts and dedication of Mthengenya and Associates, the

service provider and the support of the Authority’s Eastern Cape Provincial Office, that this programme was a success.

One of the priority projects is to collaborate with institutions such as COGTA in order to support, capacitate and facilitate innovative learning programmes for traditional leaders. As an organisation, we are focused on the future success of our country, and strive to instil positive, maximum impact on our journey. II

Traditional leaders who have successfully completed the skills programme

PAVING THE WAY FOR SOUTH AFRICAN DISABILITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST GRADUATES

In partnership with the City of Tshwane, City of Johannesburg and Emfuleni Local Municipality, the South African Disability Development Trust (SADDT) graduation ceremony took place on Wednesday, 26 April 2017 at the Turffontein Racecourse. The CEO of the SADDT, Mr. Thulani Tshabalala, who was involved with the programme from inception, congratulated the learners on their tremendous achievement.

SADDT focuses on and provides opportunities to ensure economic empowerment of disabled people through its three programmes:

• Poverty alleviation

• Provision of assistive devices (for employed disabled people)

• Skills development and employment

The LGSETA forms partnerships with sponsors in implementing Local Government Learnerships. The Learnership programme was for 100 disabled learners in Gauteng, who upon the successful completion of the programme, will acquire a National Certificate in Local Government Support Services - NQF Level 3.

The short-term objective of the programme is to place 100 learners with disabilities in local government municipalities

and ensure that a minimum of 60% of these learners acquire the registered qualification (National Certificate in Local Government Support Services – Level 3.) In addition, secure employment for at least 50% of qualified learners in local government or other sectors.

Furthermore, the long-term objectives of the programme are to replicate a programme or model that will:

• Incorporate disabled people in the local government sector for employment through learnerships;

• Facilitate progression of learners to NQF Level 4 and beyond; and

• Facilitate a career path as progression for at least 30% of the qualified learners to NQF Level 4 once they have completed the programme.

From the 60 learners that started the course, a proud 56 graduated on the day, one of those being Mr. Toni Morapedi who gave us his first-hand experience of what it was like to put in the effort and finally be rewarded.

“I cannot thank the LGSETA and SADDT enough for giving me a life changing opportunity to firstly have first-hand work experience and to attain the National Certificate in Local Government Services. This was indeed a life changing opportunity, thank you,” expressed Mr. Morapedi.

We understand the crucial role these kinds of programmes play in our journey towards success and wishes all the graduates well in their future endeavours! II

SADDT graduates

Mr Thando Nogwaza, LGSETA Gauteng Provincial Manager, Dr Thabo Mashogoane of the NSA and LGSETA Board member Ms Nonceba Mbilini congratulating a graduate for having competed the programme

ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICE LEARNERSHIP STRENGTHENS SKILLS PIPELINE WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL ENVIRONMENTAL SECTOR

“Students this is your day and it fills me with pride and joy to stand on the podium and witness this momentous occasion, today is a culminating and rewarding experience.”

The Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA), in partnership with the Local Government Sector and Education Training Authority and eight hosting municipalities in the North West province, held an eventful graduation ceremony on Friday 23 June 2017.

Cllr B Ngobeni: Acting Executive Mayor: Mahikeng Local Municipality, the LGSETA’s Chief Operating Officer: Mr Khulekani Mkhize and Dr John Mudau, Chief Executive Officer: University of Venda, parents and other dignitaries graced this memorable occasion.

The purpose of the graduation ceremony was to celebrate 90 learners who have successfully completed the Environmental Practice Learnership programme. The programme enabled the learners to acquire skills needed to address requirements of the new local government competency framework for environmental occupations. “Students this is your day and it fills me with pride and joy to stand on the podium and witness this momentous occasion, today is a culminating and rewarding experience,” said Cllr Steve van Rooyen in his opening and welcome address.

During the address, the spirit of jubilation and exultation echoed through the graduation hall at the Mahikeng Hotel School. Mr Mkhize highlighted that the learnership aimed to bridge the skills gap and that its funding should be seen assisting learners in their quest for

success. He further stated that the organisation’s mandate is to ensure that such interventions result in creating a greater impact on people’s lives, and municipalities alike.

In his message to the students, he encouraged them to see this opportunity as the beginning of their journey. He emphasised that students should continue to further their education.

“Coming times will be exalting and will depend on your determination. You have worked hard, learnt new skills that were not needed in the past. You are now armed with critical tools to forge your paths ahead. The knowledge and skills you have acquired along the way is of significant importance,” expressed Cllr Ngobeni in his keynote address.

Dr Mudau thanked Mr Mkhize for the continuous support of the process and expressed that he was elated to be offering a learning programme accredited by the SETA. He further said that this qualification would enable the learners to utilise the skills acquired on a national scale. “With your certificate, you can be an Environmental Practitioner not in the North West province but in any of the provinces in South Africa.”

The handover of certificates by the officials concluded the astounding milestone event. II

Proud learner who has completed the Environmental Practice Learnership Programme

Ms Kgomotso Mokgobo, Director: Communications at the Department of Environmental Affairs addressing learners and parents at the graduation ceremony

INLAND SDF FORUM AND GRADUATION

On1-2 December 2016, the LGSETA hosted an Inter-Provincial Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) Forum at Emperor’s Palace. It was the first of its kind and was meant for all the SDFs and provincial stakeholders in the inland provinces, namely Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West.

The two-day session was one of the campaigns undertaken to garner feedback from SDFs and provincial stakeholders on how the organisation can formulate and implement strategies to align its operations and more importantly to achieve greater heights. The session was to create common understanding amongst all the concerned provinces in terms of its mandate, how municipalities can share in this vision and, more importantly, for municipalities to have platform to share best practices. The other focus of the session was to celebrate the role the SDFs play in further advancing the organisation’s mandate and skills development as a whole with the work they do.

Day one of the session, with Mr Jerry Thothela, LGSETA’s Free State Provincial Manager, directing the proceedings was centred on the achievements to date and how our municipalities can contribute in ensuring successful delivery of the SETA mandate in their respective municipalities. The CEO, Ms Gugu Dlamini had the opportunity to address all delegates presenting the strategic focus areas and targets for 2017. This followed Ms Thandi Mtsweni opening the proceedings in prayer and the welcome address rendered by the hosting municipality, Ms Omphile Sebitloane from Ekurhuleni Metro Municipality. The COO, Mr Khulekani Mkhize and CFO, Mr Lwazi Kuse also gave presentations, with the former presenting about Discretionary Funded Projects and De-Established municipalities and their impact on Skills Development and the latter presenting about Regulatory requirements for mandatory grants and giving the floor to the Research Manager to unpack the entire process. Also on the programme for the morning session was South African Local Government Association’s (SALGA) Director of Municipal Learning and Development, Ms Thobile Mhlongo, South African Institution of Civil Engineering’s (SAICE) by Skills Development Coordinator, Mr Thuba Sithole and Project Manager, Ms Brenda Lacey Smith.

The afternoon session comprised of two breakaway sessions in which delegates were presented with a topic to

discuss about the challenges faced by municipalities and levy paying entities in implementing Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Discretionary Grant (DG) funded projects.

Day two of session started with reports on the previous day’s breakaway sessions. The reports were very informative as they provided very important inputs that will later assist the LGSETA in serving municipalities better. National School of Government’s Chief Director: Marketing and Client Relation, Ms Gayle Kaylor made the last presentation of the session.

After the day’s presentations, the provincial managers had the chance to show their appreciation of the hard work their SDFs do by presenting them with certificates and branded laptop bags.

GRADUATION CEREMONY

In the evening, after the first day’s session, was a graduation ceremony. About 600 beneficiaries from the five provinces completed LGSETA funded programmes. Kgolo Institute trained the beneficiaries. The beneficiaries received certificates for completing the following programmes: Local Economic Development (LED), Integrated Development Plan (IDP), Public Finance Management (PFM) and Municipal Finance Management (MFM). II

Mr Khulekani Mkhize, LGSETA Chief Operations Officer (COO) addressing the graduates

SECTOR SKILLS PLAN CONSULTATIONS 2017/2018

The Sector Skills Planning Unit is currently embarking on its annual Sector Skills Plan (SSP) consultations with municipal stakeholders across all nine provinces from mid-June to mid-July 2017.

The main purpose of the SSP consultations is to share the findings of the draft Local Government Sector SSP (2018/2019), and to engage with the Skills Development Facilitators (SDFs) of municipalities and other key municipal stakeholders, to validate the data on key occupations that inform the Professional, Vocational, Technical and Academic Learning Interventions (PIVOTAL) list. The Enterprises University of Pretoria (EUP) is currently

working with the LGSETA to assist it with the development of the SSP and this includes the consultation process. The consultation process includes feedback on the key findings of the draft SSP such as:

• Submission rate of Work Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports (WSPs & ATRs)

• Research methodology used

• Profile of the local government sector

• Demand dynamics

• Supply dynamics

• PIVOTAL list based on the top occupations that are either scarce/critical for the sector

• Strategic priority areas

The consultations form part of the research process and methods used to develop the SSP. The process of consulting with stakeholders provides the opportunity to validate the data and acquire further input. In addition, it further provides the opportunity for the SSP Unit to meet and engage with the provincial SDFs of municipalities and provide feedback on the WSP submission and evaluation process to date, particularly highlighting the need to submit accurate and relevant data as this affects the SSP analysis.

Overall, these engagements afford the Authority an opportunity to highlight the importance of skills planning at a municipal level to ensure that the submission of the WSP & ATR is not seen as an event but rather as a process. II

LGSETA CEO Mrs Gugu Dlamini during her presentation

DISCRETIONARY GRANTS PROCESS FOR MUNICIPALITIES

The SETA Grant Regulations Notice No 39592, regarding monies received by a SETA and related matters, are intended to strengthen the skills development system, reduce wastage, and ensure that SETAs spend their entire allocated budget within the relevant financial year, and not accumulate surpluses.

The regulations also require that SETAs spend at least 80% of the Discretionary Grant funding in PIVOTAL (Professional, Vocational, Technical and Academic Learning) programmes, informed by the needs of the sector.

The SETA Discretionary Grant application process for LGSETA is as follows:

• It utilises the Workplace Skills Plan submitted annually at the end of April, to guide Discretionary Grant funding allocation to levy-paying entities. The list of interventions and qualifications to be prioritised and funded for, in line with the Sector Skills Plan, will be verified against the Workplace Skills Plan and where discretionary grant funding has been indicated as the potential source of funding for the training.

• It considers individual applications as well as joint applications by entities, where entities are at a district level, and identifies skills needs in line with the SETA’s priority focus areas and available funding.

• It appoints a panel of accredited training service providers, taking into account provincial spread, to implement training on behalf of levy payers. This approach will enable the SETA to follow equitable allocations but without entities having to implement a lengthy procurement process that might result in implementation delays. Contracting will therefore be between the LGSETA and the appointed training provider.

• It considers specific requests to utilise accredited training service providers in certain instances that include, but are not limited to, instances where entities have accredited training centres and where accredited training providers had already been appointed.

• It notifies entities of their specific allocations after which, entities will be given a certain period in which to accept or decline the allocation. It will conclude the due diligence/workplace vetting process, where applicable.

As a vital institution in the local government, the LGSETA adheres to the strictest codes of conduct in all its processes, to ensure successful outcomes of programmes. All enquiries with respect to this process may be directed in writing to the provincial managers. II

RESEARCH SEMINAR SERIES AND BEYOND:

The primary objective of the Seminar Series is to solicit views from discipline experts from the institutions of higher learning, ie traditional universities and universities of technologies.

In addition to this, the Seminar Series is pivotal in sharing the research information in the local government sector with the LGSETA’s primary stakeholders, ie South African Local Government Association (SALGA), South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU), Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union (IMATU) and Ministry of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs.

The Seminar Series is useful in adding value to the commissioned research that is undertaken by the institutions of higher learning, as they will be interrogated through meaningful engagement and robust discussions, fostering a greater journey to success.

It is our understanding that the Seminar Series will be a reservoir of knowledge that will also strengthen the partnership we have forged through the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with respective institutions of higher learning with expertise in the local government and public management disciplines.

The emergence of the Seminar Series is informed by a White Paper on Post-School Education and Training, a policy framework aimed at adding value to skills development in all the sectors through a sound and credible sectoral research.

The Seminar Series are attended by the Skills Development Facilitators, Directors: Corporate Services as well as the pertinent stakeholders in the local government sector. II

LGSETA Mpumalanga Provincial Manager Mrs Idani Kudzingana and Limpopo Provincial Manager Mrs Margaret Marakalala

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SEMINAR SERIES CALENDAR:

LOCAL GOVERNMENT SETA 2017 RESEARCH SEMINARS’ CALENDAR

SPEAKER

Prof Ochieng Aoyi –Vaal University of Technology

Prof Susan Oelofse – Council For Scientific & Industrial Research (Discussant)

Prof Susan Oelofse – Council For Scientific & Industrial Research

Prof Ochieng Aoyi – Vaal University of Technology (Discussant)

Prof Dovhani Thakhathi –University of Fort Hare

Prof Harry Nengwekhulu –University of South Africa (Discussant)

Dr Dirk Brand – Stellenbosch University Prof John Mafunisa –University of Venda (Discussant)

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Green Economy occupations in the local government sector

VENUE

City of Cape Town: City Hall

Skills Planning Projection Modelling for the Sector

Middle Management Professionals

Challenges facing the Skills Development Facilitators in the implementation of skills development interventions

East London: SALGA House

Prof John Mafunisa – University of Venda

Dr Dirk Brand – Stellenbosch University (Discussant)

Mr Cuen Sharrock – University of Pretoria

Prof Barwa Kanyane – Human Sciences Research Council (Discussant)

Ms Michelle Buchler – CEPD

Prof Barwa Kanyane – Human Sciences Research Council (Discussant)

Prof Pundy Pillay – University of Witwatersrand Mr Martin Lewis – South African Council For Planners (Discussant)

Skills transfer in the Workplace

Impact Assessment on the Discretionary Funded Programmes

University of Venda

RPL as a significant tool in the implementation of skills development in the local government sector: A case of the forgotten municipal employees

Transport Planning in the Local Government Sector

University of Free State

RESPONDING TO #FEESMUSTFALL MOVEMENT

#FEESMUSTFALL

In response to the national “#FeesMustFall” campaign experienced at higher education institutions across the country during 2015, the organisation embarked on a bursary scheme, in line with the Annual Bursary targets agreed upon with the Department of Higher Education and Training, and its policy to assist students by funding their studies.

Although the focus was on a rise in fees, a number of factors contributed to the protests, including a lack of funding for poorer students to attend higher education and training institutions, a decline in government funding for higher education, a lack of social transformation, and broader socio-economic and racial inequality issues.

As part of LGSETA’s Head Office commitment to develop future leaders, the board approved an allocation of 700 bursaries, which were to be awarded to previously disadvantaged learners. To date, 245 bursaries have been successfully awarded to learners from higher education institutions that include:

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

• University of Cape Town (UCT)

• University of Limpopo

• Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU)

• Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)

• University of Venda

• Boston College (Germiston, Polokwane, Bloemfontein, Ghandi Square, Randburg)

• University of South Africa (UNISA)

• CTI (Bedfordview)

• CTU Training Solutions

• Damelin (Pretoria, Pietermaritzburg)

We are proud to have created a greater impact by ensuring that students are given an opportunity to further their education in light of the national cry for the reduction of higher education fees.

LEARNING

PROGRAMMES’

SUCCESS STORY

The editorial team interviewed Gloria Rampedi –a Learning Programmes intern at its Head Office in Bedfordview, and a former #FeesMustFall bursary recipient.

We wanted to find out more about her journey as a bursary recipient and joining the family as an Intern - this is what she had to say:

I would like to thank the LGSETA for the exposure within the work environment, I am grateful for the opportunity.

1. You were a bursary recipient, kindly tell us the institution and qualification you obtained as well as the year you graduated.

I graduated from Tshwane University of Technology, and acquired a national diploma in Local Government Management in 2016 and I further studied and obtained a BTech in Public Management in 2017.

2. Please share with us the process you followed to apply for the bursary.

I came across the bursary advertisement on the website, I then applied online and I was successfully approved for the bursary in 2016.

3. Which year(s) of your study did we pay for your bursary?

It paid for my fees in 2016.

4. How has this opportunity impacted your life?

It was really hard for me to apply for job opportunities. It has enabled me to complete my Btech thus opening further opportunities for me.

5. You are now a Learning Programmes intern - please share with us the process you followed to get into the Internship Programme.

I saw the opportunity to enter the Learning Programme as an intern and I applied online. Within two weeks, I received an email telling me that I was shortlisted and that I should

come in for an interview. It was my first interview, so I was very nervous, but I must have been suitable because I received a call and an email confirming that I had been accepted onto the programme.

6. Which year did you become an intern, what is the duration of the Programme.

I became an intern in 2017, the duration of the programme is 12 months.

7. What do you enjoy most about your role in the Learning Programmes department?

My favourite part of my job include the ability to work independently (trust from employers). It’s great to work with people that care about their organisation and who are doing a good job in their respective roles. It’s hard to find that environment today because so many people don’t care about honesty, hard work and integrity which is what you find here.

8. How has this opportunity impacted your life?

I will be able to apply the experience that I have gained here and transfer the skills and knowledge to my future organisation.

9. With this opportunity you have been granted, what would you say about us?

I would like to thank everyone for the exposure within the work environment, I am grateful for the opportunity. II

Gloria Rampedi, Learning Programmes Intern at her work station

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LGSETA EXPANDS ITS NATIONAL FOOTPRINT

As part of an effort to improve the LGSETA footprint and accessibility to the remote areas of our country, the Board approved the opening of three additional offices to the existing 5 provincial offices.

The LGSETA Board officially launch the Northern Cape (Kimberley), North West (Klerksdorp) and Limpopo (Polokwane) provincial offices early in 2017. The office launches where in conjunction with Provincial Stakeholder engagement conferences which were a platform for provincial skills development matters and agendas to be discussed and plans to be crafted on the way forward.

The LGSETA Executive Management visited all nine provinces to give feedback to provincial stakeholders and start a strategic conversation on how the LGSETA can support the province through the various interventions. II

LGSETA CEO Ms Gugu Dlamini (centre), LGSETA North West Provincial Manager Mr Luxolo Mbina (left) and the Chief of Bakwena Ba Mogopa, Chief Mamogale (right)

Northern Cape Provincial Manager Mr Thanduxolo Moleli and LGSETA Chairperson Dr Michael Sutcliffe cutting the ribbon to officially open the office

LGSETA HIGHLIGHTS: UGU MUNICIPALITY WINS BIG AT THE NATIONAL SKILLS AUTHORITY (NSA) AWARDS

These are the words echoed by the NSA Chairperson, Ms Lulama Nare at the NSA Awards held on Thursday, 23 March 2017 at the Saint George Hotel, Irene in Pretoria.

The National Skills Authority together with the Department of Higher Education and Training, hosted the auspicious event which was attended by Deputy President, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa and the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Blade Nzimande, the following delegates were in attendance:

• Organised business

• Organised labour

• Community members

• Training providers

• Human Resource Development Council South Africa

• Quality Councils

• Sector Education and Training Authorities

• Universities, Provincial Skills Development Forums

• Technical and Vocational Education and Training

The awards ceremony celebrated and acknowledged best skills development

practices across all skills development implementers and National Skills Funded Projects in various categories.

Ugu District Municipality stole the show and won an award for “Best Municipality” in the “Best Community Project” category and also bagged the “Best Municipality” in the “Best Artisan Development Programme”. The “Best TVET College” was awarded to Umfolozi TVET College for the categories “Best Skills Programme” (gold award) and Best TVET placement programme (silver award) respectively. II

MEET OUR EDITORIAL TEAM!

We are pleased to announce our newly formed Newsletter editorial team who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring you the first edition of the quarterly newsletter. II

CLARA VILANKULU:

EDITOR IN CHIEF

Ms. Clara Vilankulu, the Marketing and Communications Manager at the LGSETA brings a wealth of knowledge and is the vision behind the newsletter. She oversees the entire publishing operations of the newsletter.

THATO MABITSELA:

DEPUTY EDITOR

Ms. Thato Mabitsela, the Marketing and Communications Officer is responsible for acquiring content for the Newsletter. Her role is to collect, review, and edit information for the publication. She serves as a copywriter for the newsletter.

Mr. Theko Khalipa, the Marketing and Communications Administrator, is responsible for content collation and the commissioning of the imagery and photography. He ensures the quality of all photographic material throughout the publication.

Mr. Keitumetse Segoati, the Marketing and Communications Intern, is also responsible for acquiring content and image editing for the publication. He is responsible for the communication with the printing house.

THEKO KHALIPA: COPY EDITOR

KEITUMETSE SEGOATI: CO-EDITOR

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