Projects Business Excellence & Innovation Hub
Applications are hereby invited from people/institutions to submit projects (business opportunities) Council in terms of Resolution 24/08/21/10.9 dated 21 August 2024 established a Business Excellence & Innovation Hub facilitating the following outcomes:…
Read MoreAI is not nice-to-have. It’s have-to-have.
Facing tight budgets and skilled staffing challenges, local government will increasingly use AI to make do with less, make more informed decisions, and improve services to their communities. Weskus Distrik’s MM David…
Read MoreAI in recruitment & development
In the local government environment where the attraction and development of solid, skilled and innovative talent is essential, Dr Hugo Brand, Executive in the Municipal Manager David Joubert’s office, discusses how AI…
Read MoreAI and Local Government
What is a smart city and how can it improve the effectiveness of a municipality? Executive Mayor RW ‘Boffie’ Strydom describes why Weskus Distrik Municipality has committed to becoming smarter. As far…
Read MoreAI, Innovation & Creativity.
Singapore is an early mover in local government Smart City technology and while Weskus Distrik Municipality is not directly comparable in many respects, Singapore’s blueprint provides some valuable lessons which CFO Dr…
Read MoreA brand created by lived performance
Weskus Distrik’s strategic brand campaign to reach its target audience of potential investors and business owners is well-orchestrated and meticulously executed. Weskus Distrik uploads a minimum of 30 posts each month, and…
Read MoreOrganisational values
HR plays an important role in shaping and reinforcing company values by influencing engagement, performance management, and overall workplace culture. However, Thelma Steinman – Weskus Distrik’s Senior Manager: HR – believes that…
Read MoreGovernance and compliance.
Governance and compliance are both key disciplines, and are the drivers behind service delivery. Common to both are laws and policies that enable robust internal controls which shape efficiency, effectiveness, and ethical…
Read MoreWeskus Distrik’s second woman to achieve an Honours Degree.
Melvina Oppelt, Weskus Distrik’s Chief Clerk: Payroll, completed her Bachelor of Administration Honors Degree in Public Administration (University of the Western Cape), only the second woman to get an honours degree at…
Read MoreWeskus District ticks the boxes for investors.
South Africa enacted changes to its public finance laws that will reduce red tape for projects valued at R 2 billion or less, creating an opportunity for the private sector to partner…
Read MoreRural and Agri Safety is a priority.
Held in Moorreesburg, government officials, agricultural stakeholders and community members addressed rural safety challenges and explore collaborative solutions for the region. Weskus Distrik’s Executive Mayor Alderman Boffie Strydom emphasised the municipality’s commitment…
Read MoreSeize every opportunity
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Tev-Ron Greeff You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? It feels really great to be…
Read MoreMeet expectations and grow further
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Carolyn-Lee Andrews You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? I am very grateful for the…
Read MoreBuild a foundation
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Maudrey Isaacs You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? It’s an incredible feeling to have…
Read MoreImportance of teamwork
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Waronique Morris You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? It feels incredibly exciting to stay…
Read MoreValue of clear communications
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Ahang Lentsa You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? I feel incredibly grateful and excited…
Read MoreMaking effective decisions under pressure
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Jadee Arendse You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? Staying on at Weskus after 2024…
Read MoreNever give up no matter the challenge
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Gavin Williams You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? I feel very excited and proud…
Read MoreHonoured and happy to be here
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Siyabonga Mdiza You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? I feel honored and extremely happy…
Read MoreThe experience has shaped me
“Reflections on Staying On: My Journey with Weskus” – Dareline De Wee You’re staying on at Weskus after your 2024 internship? How does that make you feel? Staying on after my internship…
Read MoreThe true value of the Weskus Internship Programme.
Weskus Distrik’s Intern Class of 24 gained so much more than their first practical experience in a working environment. Head of the Disaster and Emergency Centre Franquin Petersen explains. The bulk of…
Read MoreThe green tick of excellence: Supply Chain Management
Weskus Distrik’s Senior Manager: Supply Chain Management Maurice Markus is delighted with the green ticks from the Auditor General on procurement and contract management. Maurice explains why this rare result isn’t easy…
Read MoreAddressing the challenges facing HR in local government: A pathway to talent and values
Local government institutions in South Africa face unique challenges that impact service delivery and community development. Among these challenges, I believe the most pressing issues for HR in local government are talent…
Read MoreIf you don’t stand out, you’ll never be found.
The Weskus Distrik strategic marketing drive is gaining momentum. CFO Dr Johan Tesselaar provides feedback. The intent of the drive was not only to serve Weskus Distrik’s needs to position itself as…
Read MoreHere to serve.
Leoné serves as a Councillor at both the Cederberg Municipality and the West Coast District Municipality. In addition, she forms part of the Mayoral executive committee of Cederberg Municipality, and holds the…
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