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Great Governance ZA hosted by Dr Harlan

Great Governance ZA hosted by Dr Harlan

By Dr Harlan C A Cloete

The Great Governance ZA Podcast is hosted by Dr Harlan Cloete. So why do we do what we do? We are on a mission to find and voice the hidden stories of excellence in local government so that others are motivated to ethically lead and transform communities. We share information and profile local government practitioners and active citizens who are ethically leading change and innovation in communities and showcase this on our various digital media platforms.
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Lessons from OUTA on civic activism and being both watchdog and attack dog with CEO, Wayne Duvenhage, S7E9.

Great Governance ZA hosted by Dr HarlanApr 29, 2024

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Lessons from OUTA on civic activism and being both watchdog and attack dog with CEO, Wayne Duvenhage, S7E9.

Lessons from OUTA on civic activism and being both watchdog and attack dog with CEO, Wayne Duvenhage, S7E9.

Lessons from OUTA on civic activism and being both watchdog and attack dog with CEO, Wayne Duvenhage, S7E9.

Apr 29, 202431:22
Let's talk social innovation with Prof Erwin Schwella in S7E8

Let's talk social innovation with Prof Erwin Schwella in S7E8

Let's talk social innovation with Prof Erwin Schwella in S7E8

Apr 22, 202426:02
Is ethics caught or taught? - Find out in S7E7 - The Ethics Institute launches the Code for Ethical Leadership in Local Government.

Is ethics caught or taught? - Find out in S7E7 - The Ethics Institute launches the Code for Ethical Leadership in Local Government.

Is ethics caught or taught? - Find out in S7E7 - The Ethics Institute launches the Code for Ethical Leadership in Local Government.

Apr 14, 202423:05
GOYA management with Dr Johan Leibbrandt, City Manager at the Drakenstein Municipality. S7E6

GOYA management with Dr Johan Leibbrandt, City Manager at the Drakenstein Municipality. S7E6

GOYA management with Dr. Johan Leibbrandt, City Manager at the Drakenstein Municipality. S7E6

Apr 07, 202437:24
A Human Rights Report Card with CEO of the FW de Klerk Foundation, Christo Van Der Rheede, S7E5

A Human Rights Report Card with CEO of the FW de Klerk Foundation, Christo Van Der Rheede, S7E5

A Human Rights Report Card with CEO of the FW de Klerk Foundation, Christo Van Der Rheede, S7E5

Mar 25, 202428:38
Consultants: Blessing or Curse for local government? S7E4

Consultants: Blessing or Curse for local government? S7E4

Consultants: Blessing or Curse for local government? S7E4

Mar 18, 202431:01
Most institutions go down because managers are not prepared to enforce consequence management, says Patrick Pilane - Assistant Director of Labour Relations at Midvaal Municipality. S7E3

Most institutions go down because managers are not prepared to enforce consequence management, says Patrick Pilane - Assistant Director of Labour Relations at Midvaal Municipality. S7E3

Most institutions go down because managers are not prepared to enforce consequence management, says Patrick Pilane - Assistant Director of Labour Relations at Midvaal Municipality. S7E3

Mar 10, 202419:55
We travel all the way to Gauteng and meet the man behind Heidelberg Hope.

We travel all the way to Gauteng and meet the man behind Heidelberg Hope.

We travel all the way to Gauteng and meet the man behind Heidelberg Hope.
Feb 27, 202418:13
Municipal Manager, Walter Hendricks explains how Oudtshoorn Municipality is on a road to restoring public confidence through results based management. Season 7 Episode 1

Municipal Manager, Walter Hendricks explains how Oudtshoorn Municipality is on a road to restoring public confidence through results based management. Season 7 Episode 1

Municipal Manager, Walter Hendricks explains how Oudtshoorn Municipality is on a road to restoring public confidence through results-based management. Season 7 Episode 1

Feb 04, 202427:53
In the 100th episode of Great Governance ZA, community activist Frank Julie shares the lessons he learnt from a lifetime in youth development

In the 100th episode of Great Governance ZA, community activist Frank Julie shares the lessons he learnt from a lifetime in youth development

In the 100th episode of Great Governance ZA, community activist Frank Julie shares the lessons he learnt from a lifetime in youth development

Dec 04, 202327:45
In S6E9 featuring Reggie Salmons, delve into how the Garden Route District Municipality is taking a leading role in advancing youth employability through collaborative partnerships

In S6E9 featuring Reggie Salmons, delve into how the Garden Route District Municipality is taking a leading role in advancing youth employability through collaborative partnerships

In S6E9 featuring Reggie Salmons, delve into how the Garden Route District Municipality is taking a leading role in advancing youth employability through collaborative partnerships

Nov 27, 202316:32
Mindsets must change says Sipho Sibuyi president of the Institute of Municipal People Practitioners South Africa (IMPSA) in S6E8

Mindsets must change says Sipho Sibuyi president of the Institute of Municipal People Practitioners South Africa (IMPSA) in S6E8

Mindsets must change says Sipho Sibuyi president of the Institute of Municipal People Practitioners South Africa (IMPSA) in S6E8

Nov 20, 202314:39
In S6E7, we learn how active citizenship and private sector partnerships is transforming the Bloemfontein Kingspark Rose Garden

In S6E7, we learn how active citizenship and private sector partnerships is transforming the Bloemfontein Kingspark Rose Garden

In S6E7, we learn how active citizenship and private sector partnerships is transforming the Bloemfontein Kingspark Rose Garden

Nov 13, 202324:09
S6E6, Learn more about local partnerships and how you can access FREE training at Community Colleges in ZA.

S6E6, Learn more about local partnerships and how you can access FREE training at Community Colleges in ZA.

S6E6, Learn more about local partnerships and how you can access FREE training at Community Colleges in ZA

Nov 06, 202322:59
Catch part 2 of the many opportunities offered by the LGSETA with CEO, Ineeleng Molete in S6E5

Catch part 2 of the many opportunities offered by the LGSETA with CEO, Ineeleng Molete in S6E5

Catch part 2 of the many opportunities offered by the LGSETA with CEO, Ineeleng Molete in S6E5

Oct 29, 202320:55
In the first part of S6E4, CEO, Ineeleng Molete of the Local Government SETA delves into the reasons why providing feedback to stakeholders significantly enhances the impact of local governance

In the first part of S6E4, CEO, Ineeleng Molete of the Local Government SETA delves into the reasons why providing feedback to stakeholders significantly enhances the impact of local governance

In the first part of S6E4, CEO, Ineeleng Molete of the Local Government SETA delves into the reasons why providing feedback to stakeholders significantly enhances the impact of local governance

Oct 22, 202322:12
In S6 E3 Advocate Alan Nelson SC shares why mediation is a far better alternative to litigation

In S6 E3 Advocate Alan Nelson SC shares why mediation is a far better alternative to litigation

In S6 E3 Advocate Alan Nelson SC shares why mediation is a far better alternative to litigation

Oct 15, 202326:25
I've experienced more sexism than racism in the workplace says Jacqui Samson in S6E2

I've experienced more sexism than racism in the workplace says Jacqui Samson in S6E2

I've experienced more sexism than racism in the workplace says Jacqui Samson in S6E2

Oct 01, 202333:19
Season 6 Episode 1, kicks off with disability activist and former city councillor Luvuyo Zondani

Season 6 Episode 1, kicks off with disability activist and former city councillor Luvuyo Zondani

Season 6 Episode 1, kicks off with disability activist and former city councillor Luvuyo Zondani

Sep 10, 202321:43
In Part 2 of the season finale Dr Rev Allan Boesak reflects on What Must be Done to get ZA back on track.

In Part 2 of the season finale Dr Rev Allan Boesak reflects on What Must be Done to get ZA back on track.

In Part 2 of the season finale Dr Rev Allan Boesak reflects on What Must be Done to get ZA back on track.


Aug 27, 202328:59
In this two part season finale, United Democratic Front founder member Dr Rev Allan Boesak unpacks the lessons learnt from the UDF, what went wrong with our transformation efforts

In this two part season finale, United Democratic Front founder member Dr Rev Allan Boesak unpacks the lessons learnt from the UDF, what went wrong with our transformation efforts

In this two part season finale, United Democratic Front founder member Dr Rev Allan Boesak unpacks the lessons learnt from the UDF, what went wrong with our transformation efforts and offers practical solutions on what must be done

Aug 20, 202333:23
In S5E15 we learn about the disease of addiction in local communities and the story of a woman in recovery.

In S5E15 we learn about the disease of addiction in local communities and the story of a woman in recovery.

In S5E15 we learn about the disease of addiction in local communities and the story of a woman in recovery.

Aug 13, 202323:18
In S5E14, we check in with the Wellington Action Group and local governance lessons learnt in crime fighting

In S5E14, we check in with the Wellington Action Group and local governance lessons learnt in crime fighting

In S5E14, we check in with the Wellington Action Group and local governance lessons learnt in crime fighting

Aug 06, 202322:52
In S5E13, Nomfundo Mogapi CEO of Mental Wellness and Leadership Centre talk governance and dealing with our collective trauma

In S5E13, Nomfundo Mogapi CEO of Mental Wellness and Leadership Centre talk governance and dealing with our collective trauma

In S5E13, Nomfundo Mogapi CEO of Mental Wellness and Leadership Centre talk governance and dealing with our collective trauma

Jul 30, 202325:20
We catch up with Young Mandela, Eon Hendrickse in S5E12

We catch up with Young Mandela, Eon Hendrickse in S5E12

We catch up with Young Mandela, Eon Hendrickse in S5E12

Jul 23, 202328:56
Faith Qebenya, Senior Manager: IDP and Budget Integration at the Buffalo City Municipality shares IDP insights in S5E11

Faith Qebenya, Senior Manager: IDP and Budget Integration at the Buffalo City Municipality shares IDP insights in S5E11

Faith Qebenya, Senior Manager: IDP and Budget Integration at the Buffalo City Municipality shares IDP insights in S5E11

Jul 16, 202324:11
Dr Vish Govender former Municipal Manager shares his conceptual model for ethical governance for municipalities in S5E10

Dr Vish Govender former Municipal Manager shares his conceptual model for ethical governance for municipalities in S5E10

Dr Vish Govender former Municipal Manager shares his conceptual model for ethical governance for municipalities in S5E10

Jul 09, 202328:54
We visit the Hantam Municipality in the NCape and learn how they managed to turn their financial woes around in S5E9

We visit the Hantam Municipality in the NCape and learn how they managed to turn their financial woes around in S5E9

We visit the Hantam Municipality in the NCape and learn how they managed to turn their financial woes around in S5E9

Jul 02, 202322:25
The youth share their lived experience and why local governance matters in S5E8

The youth share their lived experience and why local governance matters in S5E8

The youth share their lived experience and why local governance matters in S5E8

Jun 25, 202317:35
We do not have local social consciousness says futurist Prof Phillip Spies in S5E7

We do not have local social consciousness says futurist Prof Phillip Spies in S5E7

We do not have local social consciousness says futurist Prof Phillip Spies in S5E7

Jun 18, 202324:23
In S5E6, Mossel Bay Municipality in your Hands – we learn about the Municipal App and the Service Charter to improve Municipal Accountability

In S5E6, Mossel Bay Municipality in your Hands – we learn about the Municipal App and the Service Charter to improve Municipal Accountability

In S5E6, Mossel Bay Municipality in your Hands – we learn about the Municipal App and the Service Charter to improve Municipal Accountability

Jun 09, 202316:07
No normal sport in an abnormal society. In S5E5 author Jerry Seale unpacks the 50 year history of SACOS and what local government must do.

No normal sport in an abnormal society. In S5E5 author Jerry Seale unpacks the 50 year history of SACOS and what local government must do.

No normal sport in an abnormal society. In S5E5 author Jerry Seale unpacks the 50 year history of SACOS and what local government must do.

Jun 05, 202317:51
In S5E4 we travel to the Free State and learn how self Loadshedding works in the Mafube Municipality

In S5E4 we travel to the Free State and learn how self Loadshedding works in the Mafube Municipality

In S5E4 we travel to the Free State and learn how self Loadshedding works in the Mafube Municipality

May 28, 202324:32
In S5E3 we learn how governance and football can make dreams come true

In S5E3 we learn how governance and football can make dreams come true

In S5E3 we learn how governance and football can make dreams come true

May 21, 202317:29
In S5E2 Tawanda Kaseke Project Coordinator at Corruption Watch says whistleblowers are our heroes and must be positively profiled

In S5E2 Tawanda Kaseke Project Coordinator at Corruption Watch says whistleblowers are our heroes and must be positively profiled

In S5E2, Tawanda Kaseke Project Coordinator at Corruption Watch says whistleblowers are our heroes and must be positively profiled
May 14, 202319:04
S5E1 We celebrate world press freedom day and what this means for local governance with Dr Franz Kruger

S5E1 We celebrate world press freedom day and what this means for local governance with Dr Franz Kruger

S5E1 We celebrate world press freedom day and what this means for local governance with Dr Franz Kruger

May 07, 202324:47
In the season finale, has freedom delivered on the promise? Find out in S4E17

In the season finale, has freedom delivered on the promise? Find out in S4E17

In the season finale, has freedom delivered on the promise? Find out in S4E17
Apr 30, 202353:53
S4E16 Introducing Robbie, who shares his firsthand experience of being a street businessman for more than 30 years

S4E16 Introducing Robbie, who shares his firsthand experience of being a street businessman for more than 30 years

S4E16 Introducing Robbie, who shares his firsthand experience of being a street businessman for more than 30 years

Apr 23, 202319:46
S4E15, Coalition governments are a natural consequence of SA electoral system and here to stay says - UWC Prof Jaap de Visser

S4E15, Coalition governments are a natural consequence of SA electoral system and here to stay says - UWC Prof Jaap de Visser

S4E15, Coalition governments are a natural consequence of SA electoral system and here to stay says - UWC Prof Jaap de Visser

Apr 16, 202331:32
S4E14, in Part 2 we find out about the Annual Municipal Learning Exchange Conference hosted by MILE

S4E14, in Part 2 we find out about the Annual Municipal Learning Exchange Conference hosted by MILE

S4E14, in Part 2 we find out about the Annual Municipal Learning Exchange Conference hosted by MILE

Apr 08, 202317:34
In S4 E13 Part 1 of 2 We learn about the work of the Municipal Institute of Learning with Director Fezile Njokweni

In S4 E13 Part 1 of 2 We learn about the work of the Municipal Institute of Learning with Director Fezile Njokweni

In S4 E13 Part 1 of 2 We learn about the work of the Municipal Institute of Learning with Director Fezile Njokweni

Apr 02, 202322:58
In S4E12, Pearl Maponya and Isaiah Engelbrecht share how to harvest knowledge in municipalities

In S4E12, Pearl Maponya and Isaiah Engelbrecht share how to harvest knowledge in municipalities

In S4E12, Pearl Maponya and Isaiah Engelbrecht share how to harvest knowledge in municipalities
Mar 25, 202325:40
In S4E11 Meet the man behind Knowledge FM in Limpopo

In S4E11 Meet the man behind Knowledge FM in Limpopo

In S4E11 Meet the man behind Knowledge FM in Limpopo

Mar 17, 202316:27
Managers are HR functionaries says Sol Roets, Learning and Development Manager at Emfuleni Municipality in S4E10

Managers are HR functionaries says Sol Roets, Learning and Development Manager at Emfuleni Municipality in S4E10

Managers are HR functionaries says Sol Roets, Learning and Development Manager at Emfuleni Municipality in S4E10

Mar 09, 202321:45
I am the municipal manager, but I am not a manager, says Mandla Mnguni in S4E9

I am the municipal manager, but I am not a manager, says Mandla Mnguni in S4E9

I am the municipal manager, but I am not a manager, says Mandla Mnguni in S4E9
Mar 04, 202321:20
I want to change communities for the better says Adv Hanlie Linde municipal manager in the Bergrivier Municipality, in S4 E8

I want to change communities for the better says Adv Hanlie Linde municipal manager in the Bergrivier Municipality, in S4 E8

I want to change communities for the better says Adv Hanlie Linde municipal manager in the Bergrivier Municipality, in S4 E8

Feb 24, 202322:56
In E7 S4, Hop along and drive with former Public Protector, Thuli Madonsela and I to Stellies 2 of 2

In E7 S4, Hop along and drive with former Public Protector, Thuli Madonsela and I to Stellies 2 of 2

In E7 S4, Hop along and drive with former Public Protector, Thuli Madonsela and I to Stellies in Part 2 of 2.
Feb 17, 202320:07
In E6 S4,Hop along and drive with former Public Protector Thuli Madonsela and I to Stellies in Pt1/2

In E6 S4,Hop along and drive with former Public Protector Thuli Madonsela and I to Stellies in Pt1/2

In E6 S4 Hop along and drive with former Public Protector Thuli Madonsela and I to Stellies in Part 1 of 2
Feb 10, 202323:09
S4E5 - Dr Marlene le Roux talks governance, leadership, and the arts.

S4E5 - Dr Marlene le Roux talks governance, leadership, and the arts.

S4E5 - Dr Marlene le Roux talks governance, leadership, and the arts.
Feb 03, 202322:12
S4S4 Is there a link between clean audits & service delivery? Yes&No says Program Head Chrissy Dube

S4S4 Is there a link between clean audits & service delivery? Yes&No says Program Head Chrissy Dube

S4S4 Is there a link between clean audits & service delivery…Yes and No says Program Head Chrissy Dube from Good Governance Africa
Nov 25, 202218:11