In this post, we dive into the exciting conclusion of the Developmental Leadership Programme, where local leaders from Gamagara and Tsantsabane came together to transform their learning into action. Discover how these sessions are setting the stage for a brighter, more collaborative future in the region!
In this blog post, we dive into the world of collaborative leadership and its role in regional development. As municipalities gear up for their IDP and Spatial Development Framework discussions, this blog explores how the upcoming session of the Developmental Leadership Programme aims to foster teamwork and innovation.
The CSIR Smart Places team collaborated with Kagiso Trust, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) and Synergos to host an executive roundtable on Collaborative Governance at Local Level on 11 September 2025. The session, facilitated by Prof. Andrew Boraine, a leading practitioner in partnering and systems change, was designed to contribute to the ongoing review of the White Paper on Local Government.
In regions where economic pressures, service delivery demands and institutional limitations converge, collaboration becomes more than a strategy – it becomes a lifeline.
Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality, facing high unemployment and food insecurity, launched a food security initiative in 2022.
The Thabazimbi Local Municipality is working towards a stronger, more inclusive economy while addressing critical water management challenges.