The Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Mr. Parks Tau, is set to participate in the forthcoming Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation Annual Drakensberg Inclusive Growth Forum. The Forum seeks to shed light on critical issues affecting the African continent, with the overarching theme for this year being “Economic Development and Inclusivity.”
Deputy Minister Tau’s participation in the forum signifies a commitment to addressing the challenges and opportunities related to inclusive economic growth. He will be participating as one of the presenters, contributing his insights and expertise to the discourse under the specific theme of “Challenging City Governance.”
The Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation Annual Drakensberg Inclusive Growth Forum serves as a platform for diplomatic corps, experts, business leaders, academics, government ministers, officials, labour, civil society and youth to deliberate on matters that affect the continent.
Deputy Minister Tau’s participation in this forum signifies a commitment to finding practical and sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by cities in the context of economic development and inclusivity. His insights and contributions will be invaluable in shaping the discussions and, ultimately, influencing policies and actions aimed at improving the economic landscape in Africa.
Details of the Deputy Minister’s participation are as follows:
Date: 28 October 2023
Time: 8h00
Venue: Drakensberg Convention Centre, Champagne Sports Resort in the Drakensberg Mountains, KwaZulu-Natal
Media enquiries:
Legadima Leso
Cell: 066 479 9904
Tsekiso Machike
Cell: 078 237 3900
