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'Pioneering a Greener Future: Inside Atlantis Special Economic Zone's Vision for Sustainable Industry and Inclusive Growth' is a special two-part series where we explore the future of green manufacturing and sustainable investment in Africa. In this series, we dive into Atlantis SEZ's bold vision for the green economy and uncover how it's building a resilient ecosystem for investors and industries alike. Matthew Cullinan, Chief Executive Officer at Atlantis Special Economic Zone * Watch or read summary: https://lnkd.in/dAXQb8Mi Selwyn Willoughby, Executive: Integrated Ecosystem at Atlantis Special Economic Zone * Watch or read summary: https://lnkd.in/daatGWXt Examine how this unique zone empowers green industries, supports ESG goals, and drives skills development for an inclusive, sustainable future. Whether you're an investor, a manufacturer, or a change-maker, discover how Atlantis SEZ is redefining industrial growth in Africa. Kerryn Marsden Jarrod Lyons

We are excited to share the recording of our webinar ‘Navigating Challenges in Infrastructure Grant Management’, that took place on 22 November 2024. Presented by Future Cities Africa and Municipal Edge Watch: https://lnkd.in/dUAH6gMv Thank you to our panel of Thought Leaders James Matsie, Specialist - Municipal Infrastructure Finance, South African Local Government Association Joe Paradza, MD, Infrastructure Asset Management Africa Hanson Chishimba, PhD., Researcher and Lecturer of Development Economics at the University of Zambia Daniel Nolte, Head of Capacitation & Development, Centre for Municipal Asset Management CMAM - SA Moderator/ Organiser: Lungelwa Kaywood, Head of Editorial, Municipal Edge Moderator/ Organiser: Zolani Zonyane, Public Finance, Chief Editor, Municipal Edge Host/ Organiser: Daniel Claassen, MD, Future Cities Africa

[Upcoming Webinar] Join Future Cities Africa and The Municipal Edge for our final 'Local Government Conversations' webinar of 2024. Topic: Navigating Challenges in Infrastructure Grant Management Date: 22 November at 10am Register and more info: https://lnkd.in/dUAH6gMv The webinar is designed to explore the challenges and opportunities in local government infrastructure grant management and uncover how integrating asset management can drive more sustainable and resilient public infrastructure. Panelists: James Matsie, Specialist - Municipal Infrastructure Finance, South African Local Government Association Joe Paradza, Infrastructure Asset Management Africa and a Former President of SAAMA - Southern African Asset Management Association Dr Hanson Chishimba, PhD., Researcher and Lecturer of Development Economics at the The University Of Zambia (UNZA) Daniel Nolte, Head of Capacitation & Development, Centre for Municipal Asset Management CMAM - SA Moderator & Organiser: Zolani Zonyane, CGFO, Chief Editor, Municipal Edge Host & Organiser: Daniel Claassen, MD, Future Cities Africa

[Upcoming Webinar] Join Future Cities Africa and The Municipal Edge for our final 'Local Government Conversations' webinar of 2024. Topic: Navigating Challenges in Infrastructure Grant Management Date: 22 November at 10am Register and more info: https://lnkd.in/dUAH6gMv The webinar is designed to explore the challenges and opportunities in local government infrastructure grant management and uncover how integrating asset management can drive more sustainable and resilient public infrastructure. Panelists: James Matsie, Specialist - Municipal Infrastructure Finance, South African Local Government Association Joe Paradza, Infrastructure Asset Management Africa and a Former President of SAAMA - Southern African Asset Management Association Dr Hanson Chishimba, PhD., Researcher and Lecturer of Development Economics at the The University Of Zambia (UNZA) Daniel Nolte, Head of Capacitation & Development, Centre for Municipal Asset Management CMAM - SA Moderator & Organiser: Zolani Zonyane, CGFO, Chief Editor, Municipal Edge Host & Organiser: Daniel Claassen, MD, Future Cities Africa

We are excited to share the recording of our latest webinar ‘Strengthening Municipal Accountability: A Call to Action’, that took place on 10 October 2024. Watch the recording: https://lnkd.in/dcEqeVAE Thank you to our panel of Thought Leaders: - Leslie Holland, Consultant, EDS - Johandri Wright, Postdoctoral Researcher, Dullah Omar Institute - Selokela Molamodi, Radio Show Host, Hope Alive Radio Station - Lungelwa Kaywood, Head of Editorial, Municipal Edge - Moderator: Zolani Zonyane, CGFO, Chief Editor, Municipal Edge - Host/ Organiser: Daniel Claassen, MD, Future Cities Africa Partner with us on the ‘2025 Local Government Conversations Webinar Series’, get in touch. South African Local Government Association CIGFARO Emmanuel Ngcobo Auditor-General of South Africa

To request the presentation on how Theewaterskloof Municipality became the first municipality in the Western Cape to reach transformational status for their electronic records management - comment here or email [email protected] Or watch the full webinar here: https://lnkd.in/dPkZkr_8 #digitaltransformation Business Engineering (PTY) Limited Collaborator Software Future Cities Africa

[Webinar Invitation] Strengthening Municipal Accountability: A Call to Action Date: 10 October 2024 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm More information and Complimentary registration: https://lnkd.in/dhTn_qEW Join Future Cities Africa and The Municipal Edge for an insightful webinar exploring: - How the Governance and Accountability Ecosystem can drive positive change in municipalities - Practical strategies to improve audit outcomes - Innovative approaches to enhance service delivery - The roles various stakeholders can play in strengthening local government Zolani Zonyane, CGFO Auditor-General of South Africa CIGFARO Professional Body Daniel Claassen South African Local Government Association Lungelwa Kaywood Leslie Holland

"An average employee spends 25 percent of their week filing, copying, indexing, or retrieving records, whether paper or electronic records. By digitizing paper records, employees can securely access company data from anywhere, identify, understand, and extract insights. They can streamline complex workflows, respond quickly and make informed decisions and increase day to day productivity." Watch the full webinar on Modernising Local Government Records Management: Strategies for Digital Transformation: https://lnkd.in/dPkZkr_8 Business Engineering (PTY) Limited Collaborator Software Philip de Bruin Allen Yaxley Estelle de Bruin

[Upcoming Webinar] The Auditor-General of South Africa's recent 2022/23 audit outcomes report has sounded an urgent call for transformation in local government. At the heart of her message is the critical need for: "Courageous, ethical, accountable and citizen-centric leadership" to overhaul a local government characterised by insufficient accountability, failing service delivery, poor governance, weak institutional capacity, and instability. To address these challenges, the Auditor-General emphasises the vital role of the "Accountability Ecosystem" - the network of stakeholders with legislative or moral responsibilities to drive and deepen public sector accountability. Join Future Cities Africa and The Municipal Edge for an insightful webinar exploring: * How the Governance and Accountability Ecosystem can drive positive change in municipalities * Practical strategies to improve audit outcomes * Innovative approaches to enhance service delivery * The roles various stakeholders can play in strengthening local government Zolani Zonyane, CGFO Emmanuel Ngcobo CIGFARO South African Local Government Association