Intergovernmental Relations

Purpose

To facilitate intergovernmental relations functions through:

• The promotion of Cooperative Governance and Donor Funding for the Free State provincial government (FSPG)
• The advancement of foreign relations
• The implementation of protocol services

Components

The Chief Directorate is subdivided into the following components;

Cooperative Governance

Core functions of the component include;

• The coordination of the Premier’s Coordinating Council Meetings (PCC)
• The coordination of meetings between the Premier and the House of Traditional Leaders
• The advancement of participation of the Executive Mayors, Mayors and Councillors in Hlasela imbizo’s
• The advancement of national intergovernmental relations forums togel sidney (FOSAD; Technical PCC etc.)

Foreign Relations

Core functions of the component include;

• The advancement of the participation of the FSPG in the NEPAD Processes
• The coordination of international interaction between the FSPG and international  counterparts in line with the Free State Growth and Development Strategy (FSGDS)
• The liaison with the National Treasury International Development Cooperation Unit
• The implementation and monitoring of Twinning Agreements

Protocol Services

Core functions of the component include;

• The rendering of ceremonial services
• The provision of advice on protocol and etiquette matters
• The provision of organizational support for dignitaries
• The coordination of official and state visits

Contact Numbers

Director: Intergovernmental Relations
Ms SG Mazibuko
Telephone: (+27) 051 405 4748