Local Economic Development Roundtable
A New Path for Collaboration On 31 July 2025, Kagiso Trust hosted a Local Economic Development (LED) Roundtable with leaders from government, business, civil society, and academia to address persistent challenges in building inclusive, sustainable local economies. The roundtable featured presentations from Prof. Daniel Meyer (University of Johannesburg) on a cutting-edge LED measurement tool, and […]
Why Local Governance Matters?
Effective local governance is the cornerstone of thriving communities. This research aimed to uncover the key attributes driving success in top-performing municipalities, providing a blueprint for excellence. The insights gained are integral to shaping interventions within Kagiso Trust’s Local Governance Support Programme, ensuring tailored support that addresses specific challenges.
Collaborative Governance Model
At the core of the Local Government Support Programme lies the Collaborative Governance Model,
designed to catalyse transformative change within municipalities across South Africa. The Collaboration Model aims to facilitate radical collaboration between the municipality and its community towards local socio-economic development.
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