As the collaboration between local government and higher education institutions plays a vital part in building strong communities, King Sabata Dalindyebo Municipality held a meeting between their respective leadership.
The meeting, which took place on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 at the University’s Nelson Mandela Drive campus , was attended by Mayoral Committee including Senior Management, led by Executive Mayor Cllr N. Nelani and the WSU Management led by Vice Chancellor Prof. R. Songca.
The primary focus of the meeting was to explore ways in which the municipality and university could work together to address shared challenges and opportunities.
Topics of discussion included:
- Improvement and formalization of student accommodation
- Capacitation of local SMMEs through short programs
- Improvement of the economy of KSD through research, development and innovation and
- Improvement and formalization of student transport systems by engaging relevant stakeholders
This significant session sets the stage for ongoing cooperation and development.