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26 June 2026 | Roundtable discussion on the findings of a recently conducted research study on small-scale rentals in Gauteng.
📍👏 Thanks to Kuhle Solutions who undertook the research to help us understand the dynamics, challenges, and opportunities in the construction sector.
[WATCH] #Asivikelane Let's protect each other.
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The South African Constitution is a true definition of 'nothing for us, without us'
Yesterday's dialogue brought community reps together to share insights and recommendations which will inform the National COGTA task team currently reviewing the White Paper on Local Government.
Happy Youth Day
#June16 #YouthDay25 #SouthAfrica
[VIDEO] In this powerful community story, we explore the real-life impact of social employment in Bertrams, Johannesburg.
youtu.be/0HW94kXnxPk
Planact team with community representatives and municipal officials inspecting a swampy road in Rustenburg.
[Project Update] This week, our team, together with community reps and Rustenburg Municipal officials, conducted site inspections on dilapidated roads in informal settlements ahead of the finalisation of the road maintenance schedule.
💭Swampy roads due to the rains affect service delivery.
Building Characteristic Survey in Choba, South Africa
Description of the building characteristic survey that was conducted by community members together with the test heat sensors that were installed
Description of the survey's objective to access household information such as household dimensions, building materials and GPS location.
Description of the significance of the survey collection information on the building features and the significance it plays in influencing the internal climate of homes.
#D4DataGOV We are excited to share the progress on our heat monitoring project in Choba.
A building characteristic survey was conducted to collect household dimensions, GPS locations, and building materials. Read More 👇
Supported by @ec.europa.eu @africanunion.bsky.social @enabel.be
Introducing the heat sensor testing in Choba, South Africa for our action research.
Description of the heat sensor testing after community welcoming the action research.
Description of the two heat sensors that was installed in a household to evaluate how the sensor will perform in the area.
Are you wondering how we are measuring heat stress for our #D4DATAGOV hub in Choba? Read below to find out 👇
Thanks to @ec.europa.eu @africanunion.bsky.social @enabel.be
Community Mass Meeting in Choba, South Africa.
Description of the community meeting's intention to introduce the action research focused on monitoring indoor heat.
Description of the community embracing the research to the extent of Choba residents volunteering their homes.
Our #DataGovernanceAfrica Hub research was welcomed by the Choba residents in the City of Tshwane, some have even volunteered their homes for the next 12 months!
Thanks to @ec.europa.eu @africanunion.bsky.social @enabel.be
Planact hosted workshops on the Municipal Budget and IDP with our cluster communities in Gauteng and Mpumalanga. We dived deep into the crucial role they play in shaping these processes. Discussed why community voice matters and how they can participate in budget #40YearsOfPlanact
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Our team of young urban planning researchers and our seasoned #urban #development specialist are currently actively participating in the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements 2-day policy and research symposium on spatial disparities and challenges of rapid #urbanisation
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Community Mass Meeting in Wattville, South Africa.
Description of the importance of community participation in action research projects.
Description of the importance of community embracing the heat monitoring research to the extent of volunteering their homes.
The sustainability of a community project lies in it being embraced by the residents.
Our #DataGovernanceAfrica Hub research was welcomed by Wattville residents, some even volunteering their homes for the next 12 months!
Thanks to @ec.europa.eu @africanunion.bsky.social @enabel.be
Zanele, a candidate attorney, is deeply committed to climate justice and protecting displaced persons. Her work is fueled by her belief in advancing social justice and advocating for the most vulnerable communities.
#LegacyOfJustice
#DataGovernanceAfrica new project alert 👏
Over 12 months, we will place 150 heat sensors in low-cost homes to measure indoor temperature extremes.
This project is an initiative of @africanunion.bsky.social, @ec.europa.eu, @belgiummfa.bsky.social implemented by @enabel.be
We are making towns and cities work for people.
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In all, Open Society invested $238 million in South Africa between 1997 and 2023. This commitment continues as our work in the country has become part of our global foundations structure. Learn more: osf.to/southafricah...
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I’m delighted to have spent a week in South Africa delivering a series of lectures on the state of the world. Our world is changing fast, and the fight for human rights, equity, and justice has become more difficult – but even more necessary.
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Webinar | Enhancing Youth Participation in Local Government in South Africa
10 April 2025, 11am – 1pm
Exploring different tools and programmes which seek to improve youth participation in municipalities.
Register: pari.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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We are excited to share the impactful work of community leaders like Kgwadi who are ensuring accessible sanitation for people living with disabilities.
21.03.2025 08:59 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0We are celebrating #HumanRightsDay in South Africa today. Join us.
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As we mark #HumanRightsDay2025 in South Africa, we stress that #ItStartsWithMe to deepen a culture of social justice and human rights.
Join us to advance strengthened grassroot voices and better service delivery in Gauteng.
