- Transformation of Infrastructure Planning into Action: The DWIF in O.R. Tambo actively converts infrastructure plans into tangible projects, ensuring access to roads, water, and electricity for communities in need.
- Focus on Effective Planning and Accountability: The forum emphasizes meticulous planning to avoid resource wastage and enforces accountability to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
- Promotion of Local Employment and Suppliers: DWIF prioritizes the use of local labor and suppliers to generate jobs and stimulate the local economy through infrastructure development.
The District Wide Infrastructure Forum (DWIF) is making a real difference in O.R. Tambo by turning infrastructure plans into action. Instead of projects remaining on paper, DWIF brings together local municipalities, sector departments, and key partners to ensure roads, water systems, and electricity reach the communities that need them most.
The forum focuses on clear planning to prevent resource waste, enforcing accountability so every project stays on track, and prioritizing local labour and suppliers to create jobs. It also tackles service backlogs by setting timelines and following up on progress, making sure no delay goes unnoticed.
“DWIF is the nerve centre of delivery,” says one official, emphasizing its role in monitoring performance, unblocking delays, and making sure essential services reach residents. Communities across O.R. Tambo are beginning to see tangible results—from flowing water to functioning roads and electricity.
The forum’s work includes close cooperation with Nyandeni, King Sabata Dalindyebo, Mhlontlo, and Port St. Johns municipalities, as well as SALGA, Cogta Eastern Cape, and the Premier’s Office.
