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Frontline Africa Advisory (FAA) is hosting a Symposium on NEDLAC’s Role in policy-making In South Africa and invites you to join the discussion on the 18th of September in Sandton, Johannesburg.

This event will serve as a pivotal forum for assessing the National Economic Development and Labour Council’s (NEDLAC) performance in the 6th administration and how it has fared – highlighting its successes and challenges to the 7th administration.


Symposium Agenda

TIME ITEM SPEAKER
14:00-14:30 Registration Frontline Africa Advisory
14:30-14:35 Opening MC: Sifiso Skenjana
14:35-14:45 Welcoming Remarks Thembinkosi Gcoyi
14:45-15:00 Remarks DPME
15:00-15:15 Remarks Zwelinzima Vavi
15:15-15:35 Presentation of the Review Paper Dr Ongama Mtimka
15:35-16:05 Panel Discussion: Enhancing Nedlac’s role in policy making Moderator: Sifiso Skenjana
Panel: Alan Mukoki, Lucas Qakaza, Matthew Parks, Kaemete Tsotetsi
16:05-16:35 Q&A Session Panellists & Attendees
16:35-16:40 Closing Remarks Calvin Matlou
17:00-19:00 Networking & Cocktail All

Since its establishment in 1995, NEDLAC has played a crucial role in South Africa’s political and economic development and in promoting social dialogue. It is mandated to review all proposed labour legislation and substantial modifications to social and economic policies before their implementation or introduction in Parliament.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Yes, free parking is available. Your parking ticket will be validated by the hotel.

  • We will be providing refreshments at the event.

  • Please arrive at 14h00 for event registration as the program starts at 14h30.

  • Please follow the signs that will be made available to point you to the meeting room, alternatively, speak to any hotel staff for directions- Rivonia Meeting Room.

  • Yes. Take note that the hotel will make available shuttle services from the Gautrain Station. Please see the schedule here.

Contact on the Day:

For any immediate assistance or inquiries on the day of the event, please reach out to our on-site coordinators:

Name: Duduzile Mabaso

Phone: 074 418 5740

Name: Robert Kgakoa

Phone: 072 881 4279