Professional conference organiser Pinpoint Stewards will host the upcoming Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Reforms Conference from November 25 to 26 at the Indaba Hotel in Fourways, Johannesburg.
The two-day event convenes senior public sector officials, infrastructure experts, and private sector investors to transition from policy dialogue to actionable execution. Navigating under the theme “Fast Tracking Critical Projects in SA Through Shared Service Delivery,” the platform serves as a collaborative vehicle to accelerate national infrastructure deployment.
As South Africa aggressively positions itself as an attractive investment destination, the state has formalised clear mechanisms to catalyse capital projects. Central to this strategy is the targeted modernization of Treasury Regulation 16 under the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). This legislative review aims to fortify the existing partnership framework, systematically dismantling bureaucratic red tape, optimising risk allocation, and enhancing project bankability for private financiers.
Beyond streamlining procurement timelines, the structural reforms prioritise capacity building within state organs. By equipping public sector personnel with institutionalised technical and transactional skills, the state aims to build a robust pipeline capable of securing South Africa’s targeted R3.2-trillion infrastructure investment goal by 2030.
The conference features a high-level speaker line-up comprising of key decision-makers:
- Hon. MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela – Roads and Transport, Gauteng Provincial Government
- Hon. MEC Deidré Baartman – Finance Minister, Western Cape Provincial Government
- Dr Andrew Shaw – Group Chief Strategy Officer, Transnet
- Shaheed Alli – Head: Project Preparation, Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)
- Dr Mphahlela James Thaba – Impact Area Manager: Technology for Special Operations (TSO), CSIR
- Labeeqah Schuurman – DDG: Strategy, Policy & Coordination, Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government
- Dr Samukelisiwe Mdlalose – Manager: Environmental Management, Mogale City Local Municipality
- Vishaal Lutchman – Group Chief Executive, GIBB Holdings
- Irina Unkovski – Private Sector Consultant, African Development Bank (AfDB)
Key themes and agenda highlights
The program is built around practical execution, lowering financial risks, and making projects ready for bank funding.
Key sessions will cover:
- Proven Blueprints: Studying successful local partnerships, including a deep look at the Gautrain project.
- National Freight & Logistics: Exploring Transnet’s new plans and frameworks for private sector participation.
- Project Packaging: Learning how to prepare and bring investment-ready public projects to the market to attract private money.
- Technology & Innovation: Using AI and advanced tech to boost industrial development, led by the CSIR.
- Municipal Interventions: Growing infrastructure deals at the local government level while working within strict budget limits.
- De-Risking Delivery: Using shared services and standard PPP models to cut financial risks and boost efficiency.
- Practical Workshop: A hands-on session giving tips to draft strong, legally sound PPP agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
This event serves as a vital networking and collaboration platform for stakeholders wanting a share in South Africa’s multi-billion-rand infrastructure pipeline.
Official Media Partners Engineering News and Global Africa Network will highlight key aspects of the upcoming conference, reporting on this critical issue affecting every citizen of SA and highlight sponsors and supporting partners in the lead-up to the conference.
Registration is officially open. To add your voice as a delegate, sponsor or exhibitor email info@pinpointstewards.co.za
