Dirk Kotzé is Executive Mayor of Mossel Bay Local Municipality
Dirk Kotzé emphasises the crucial role of supply chain regulations during crises and the initiative taken by the local government to mitigate potential risks.
Amidst the hurdles, the authority's expertise and institutional knowledge have proven advantageous in implementing preventive measures and swifter reaction to emergencies.
As a case in point, they have diligently managed their fuel reserves and procured additional supplies in advance to cope with prospects of electricity blackouts and inadequate security arrangements.
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Giles Pendleton is the Chief Development Officer at Attacq Limited and currently a Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Green Building Council of South Africa.
Calayde Davey is a Co-Founder & Director of Urban Strategy at Regen 50 and Co-Chair of the Lean Built Environment Afrika.
With Alderman Leon Van Wyk, Executive Mayor at George Municipality and Bongani Mandla
Geci Karuri-Sebina is a multi-disciplinary scholar-practitioner.
James Beatty is Chief Executive Officer at Enpower Trading
Ald James Vos is Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth in the City of Cape Town.
Paul Swart is Executive Mayor of Cape Agulhas Municipality
Dr Thina Nzo is Programme Manager for the Local Government Programme at Public Affairs Research Institute.
Richard Gevers is the Founder of Open Cities Lab.
Dr Vuyiwe Tsako is a Local Government Expert with over 20 years' experience.