- Commitment to Visible Progress: The O.R. Tambo District-Wide Infrastructure Forum emphasizes transforming plans into tangible improvements through accountability, coordination, and quicker service delivery for communities.
- Collaborative Review of Infrastructure Progress: The forum, led by COGTA Eastern Cape’s MISD unit, brought together various municipal and sector representatives to assess the progress of infrastructure and service delivery initiatives.
- Focus on Effective Project Monitoring and Coordination: Key actions include tracking sector infrastructure projects, resolving challenges swiftly, and coordinating district-wide projects to prevent underspending and maximize value for money.
The O.R. Tambo District-Wide Infrastructure Forum (DWIF) has reaffirmed its commitment to turning plans into visible progress, with a focus on accountability, coordination, and faster service delivery for communities.
Led by the Provincial Municipal Infrastructure & Service Delivery (MISD) unit from COGTA Eastern Cape, the meeting brought together Executive Mayors, Mayors, MMCs, municipal technical teams, and representatives from key sector departments including DEDEAT and DFFE.
The forum reviewed progress on resolutions from previous meetings, tracking Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) targets in line with the Back-to-Basics Programme (B2B-PMISD). Municipal performance was assessed to ensure that infrastructure spending translates into real improvements for residents.
Key actions from the session included:
Monitoring the implementation of sector infrastructure programmes and resolving challenges quickly.Coordinating district-wide projects with COGTA to strengthen the RAS process, end underspending, and ensure every project delivers value for money.
Providing training on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and the Section 30 application process, positioning these tools as enablers rather than obstacles.Integrating environmental sustainability into service delivery, including air quality control and waste management.
Ensuring effective Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG) expenditure so communities see results sooner.Speaking at the forum, leaders stressed that the DWIF is about action, not just discussion. “We are here to account, to coordinate, and to deliver,” said COGTA representatives.
By fostering cooperation between municipalities, sector departments, and government agencies, the DWIF aims to ensure that infrastructure projects are completed on time, funds are well spent, and services reach households without delay.
