The DDM concept document was approved in 2019 and the implementation of the model followed a phased approach. Tambo District Municipality (Eastern Cape)) and the necessary technical capacity was established for the implementation of the DDM. A DDM Implementation Framework outlining key aspects for the institutionalization of DDM had been developed.
DDM AS A PLATFORM FOR INNOVATION IN THE CONTEXT OF THE DECADAL PLAN
Thato Sekdoete (Seto State Systems) wondered when the innovative implementation side of the infrastructure that would carry the country and represent transformational solutions would be realized with the involvement of youth. He noted that a concerted effort was needed to build and maintain sustainable, innovative infrastructure and demonstrate cohesion within universities, government, the private sector and civil society. Dr. Mmboneni Muofhe (DSI) indicated that with regard to youth engagement in innovation, a number of innovative projects would be a catalytic aspect of the DDM and would focus on creating spaces for young people to provide innovative solutions to challenges they experience and who support these projects. those young people at local level.
Mario Marais (CSIR) responded and indicated that Thato's question has to do with inclusivity, adaptation and coordination via the Network Weaving approach developed by Community Development Champion June Holley. Dr. Mmboneni Muofhe's comments are really appreciated on how we achieve a "resilient society". Sharon Pollard (AWARD) commented that there have been a number of incubator projects with municipalities, which are now moving into a pilot phase for some metropolises.
INNOVATIVE DISTRICTS: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE
One of its key objectives was to support the national European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) program and help ensure that local projects and programs were aligned with the Smart Specialization Strategy for the UK. IUK KTN provided a detailed report to the UK government which made recommendations based on the lessons learned. IUK KTN Global Expert Missions (GEMs) are funded by Innovate UK and delivered by IUK KTN.
IUK KTN has been invited to share lessons learned with Canada for UK Innovation Districts/Hubs. One of IUK KTN's key projects is the Global Alliance Africa (GAA), a six-year initiative. IUK KTN strives to be a trusted international partner and has maintained a neutral position on all its projects, both in the UK and internationally.
Ms. Sophie West (IUK KTN) indicated that IUK KTN produced a number of GEM reports that provided this information. Ms. Joyce Khunou (SAASTA) asked if pupils and students played a role in IUK KTN projects.
SURVEY BRIEF
DSI’S APPROACH TO THE DDM
The ability to determine the overall impact of all interventions, particularly in terms of reducing poverty, inequality and unemployment, was an important principle in DSI's approach to DDM. In terms of transformation areas addressed in the One Plan, DSI focused primarily on economic positioning and integrated service delivery. Better analysis tools were needed to effectively assess innovation in DMs and Metros and in the DDM itself.
The DSI saw the need to position innovation in the DDM to support inclusion as a means to ensure that all people could meaningfully participate in the NSI and share in its benefits, directly or indirectly. Positioning the DDM as a platform for innovation for inclusivity would result in the use of knowledge and innovation to address poverty, unemployment and inequality through innovation at the district level. Dr. Melusi Thwala (ASSAf) asked about the contribution of the selected DSI projects to alleviating unemployment in the country.
Mr. Ephraim Phalafala (DSI) said they can share projects in NC but they may be few. Mr. Ephraim Phalafala (DSI) replied that the implementation started in 2019 in the district and in 2020 in all municipalities and districts.
EVALUATING THE DDM: VIEWS FROM THREE PILOT MUNICIPALITIES IN LIMPOPO, EASTERN
The study findings supported the need for a Long Term Strategic Framework that was spatially targeted and identified a lack of synergy in terms of the implementation of the DDM by different departments at the three pilot sites. Tambo DM: The District had an unemployment rate of 35% with 80% of the unemployed under the age of 34 and uneducated. The DDM created space for the three spheres of government to use spatial profiling as a baseline to inform the One Plan.
Waterberg DM: The return of tourism to the District following the lifting of the 2019 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) pandemic lockdown restrictions was slower than expected. The DDM had to bring about change and show that the planning process was inclusive and innovative in its response to the marginalized section of society. The DDM Spatial Integration Plan was to provide spatial integration for the urban dividend, enhanced investment in basic infrastructure and deeper access to private financing to expand the resources available for investment.
The DDM had the potential to guide departments towards a spatially mapped budget model, which would create a target-oriented plan for all three levels of government. Dr Sharon Pollard (AWARD) said South Africa has some of the highest densities of so-called 'rural areas' in the world - higher than NL (at 2000 p/km2) asked Phatu Letsoalo (Prime Minister's Office: Limpopo) . (1) what was the relationship between municipal IDPs and Plan One; (2) if Plan One is not supposed to be a county-wide Integrated Development Plan, as provided for in the 1998 White Paper on Local Government; (3) how DDM aims to bring National Planners, Provincial Planners and Municipal Planners under one roof for integrated planning.
INNOVATION IN THE TSHWANE METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY: THE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT
- Igniting the Tshwane innovation ecosystem: The City is the proud host of many different innovation actors, organisations, institutions and works proactively to co
- Establishing responsive governance structures for sustainable innovation: At institutional level, the City established an Innovation Steering Committee (ISC) to
- Providing platforms for piloting of innovative solutions to emerging entrepre- neurs/innovators: Although the City should not be regarded as a source of funding,
- Building a balanced innovation project portfolio that will impact service delivery
Establishing responsive governance structures for sustainable innovation: At the institutional level, the city established an Innovation Steering Committee (ISC) At the institutional level, the city established an Innovation Steering Committee (ISC) to oversee the innovation agenda. In addition, to increase the reach of innovation, people from all over the city were invited to participate as innovation champions or patrons as we call them in the city. In order to discover innovative solutions and build a pool of ideas, the Innovation Group regularly hosts 'Pitch Pot sessions' where members of the public can present innovative ideas to the city for possible partnerships (pilot solutions).
In support of said partnerships, an IP (intellectual property) policy was recently approved to help define the rules of engagement and protect IP between the city and its partners. In addition, the innovation team also hosts ongoing internal innovation challenges, where the municipality's employees are invited to co-create and share ideas for concrete challenges (problems). Providing platforms for piloting innovative solutions to new entrepreneurs/innovators: Although the city should not be considered a source of funding, innovators: Although the city should not be considered a source of funding, it is able to help entrepreneurs and innovators by providing platforms to pilot innovative solutions as added value for both citizens and entrepreneurs.
The City strives to have a balanced innovation project portfolio, which means that innovation is supported across all municipal areas. The City of Tshwane's recent performance in relation to its Innovation Strategy and alignment with the ISO 56000 Innovation Standards, and the work done to build innovation capacity, has earned it the South African Innovation League Award in 2022.
DDM IMPACT SIMULATOR – PROJECT CONCEPT
The simulation will offer the potential to develop scenarios to not only capture interventions that were already in the pipeline, but also to test interventions to identify the most likely impact for the future. DMs and Local Municipalities can potentially use the model in their planning and implementation processes, especially in terms of capturing interventions in a database (spatially), evaluating the impact of current interventions and testing them against alternative interventions, to provide more insight into trade-offs. and feed into long-term plans and priorities. Limitation of the model included the output resolution which would be at the Local Municipal level and the focus on a selection of variables mainly economic development within the municipalities.
The project-specific process and deliverables included selecting key stakeholders, setting up the model and associated system specifications, establishing a database of baseline indicators and a database of current and planned live DDM projects and/or initiatives, and then developing a simulation model. Mr. Gerbrand Mans (CSIR) stated that it would be a challenge to cover everything that happened in the local municipal area. The primary aspect would be to look at interventions that affect economic development, basic services and infrastructure.
The model would attempt to incorporate the entire governance process while focusing on the areas where DDM could add value. Mdu Mkhonza (Teka Tako Ngwane Institute) agreed that the basis must be the localization of the goals of sustainable development.
CLOSING REMARKS
ANNEXURE A: LIST OF ACRONYMS
ANNEXURE B: LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
William Mabogoane Kutaa Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Tebogo (Dr) Mabotha Kutaa Saayinsii fi Qulqullina (ASSAf) Bonelwa Mabovu Kutaa Bishaanii fi Qulqullina (DWS) Xavier Mac Master Baankii Misooma Gaanfa Afrikaa (DBSA) Pamella Madula Kutaa Saayinsii fi Kalaqa Qulqullina (DSI) ) Ariel Mafejane Bishaan Johaannesbarg. Nangula Mavhungu Ministeera Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Ministeera Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Ministeera Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Ministeera Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Selby Modiba Ministeera Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Abiel Mohlahlo Ministeera Daldalaa, Industirii fi Dorgommii
Ministeerri Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii Ministeera Qonnaa, Riifoormii Lafaa fi Misooma Baadiyyaa (NDRF) Makgomo Mosoma Ministeera Qonnaa, Riifoormii Lafaa fi Misooma Baadiyyaa (NDRF) Imran Patel Kutaa Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Il-ham ( Dr) Petersen Mana Maree Qorannoo Saayinsii Namaa (HSRC) Kgomoamogodi Petje Kutaa Qonnaa, Riifoormii Lafaa fi Dhimma Baadiyyaa. Haggai Setumo Ministeera Saayinsii fi Innooveeshinii (DSI) Joorji Shoolee Ministeera Qonnaa, Riifoormii Lafaa fi Dhimma Baadiyyaa.
Sikhonzile Sikhosana Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) Kanti Simelane Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Sikhulumile Sinyolo Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) Sipho Giija (Cllr) Siwela Ehlanzeni District Municipality. Alu Tshavhungwe Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) Sechaba Tsubella Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) Shunnon Tulsiram uMasipala weTheku.
