Public-Private Partnerships Driving KZN’s Growth
- Grant
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Grant Adlam and Russell Curtis discuss how public-private partnerships are vital for tackling KZN’s infrastructure and social challenges, highlighting flagship projects, proactive business engagement, and the formation of coalitions to improve service delivery and political cooperation.
-PPPs Acceptance:
Public-private partnerships are now widely accepted at ideological, political, and fiscal levels, aiding national energy crisis solutions via initiatives like Operation Vulindlela.
Flagship Project:
A £100M Durban wastewater treatment PPP is set to upgrade infrastructure, supported by global bidders and World Bank oversight, addressing issues such as beach closures.
Proactive Business Role:
Companies should actively engage with government through unsolicited bids, direct conversations, and platforms like presidential eThekwini working groups.
Social Partnerships:
Collaboration between business, faith-based, and community leaders is urged to address job creation and service delivery, underlining the urgency due to time constraints.
Political Cooperation:
Behind-the-scenes facilitation aims to foster coalition governments for improved service delivery, enhancing political maturity and efficiency.
Coalition of the Willing:
A key initiative involves uniting corporate and entrepreneurial leaders under respected guidance to drive impactful reforms.
Outcome-Driven Approach:
Deliberate programs with specific, measurable goals are essential for improving governance and ensuring sustainable PPP outcomes.
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