South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) Signs Pioneering Memorandum of Understanding with Indian Public Administration Association (IPAA) and Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) Gandhinagar, India, 25 May 2024 For Immediate Release The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) is excited to announce the signing of a landmark Memorandum of […]
PROFESSOR SIBUSISO VIL- NKOMO LECTURE BY THE DEPUTY MINISTER OF HIGHER EDUCATION, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION, MR BUTI MANAMELA AT THE 22ND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT AT BIRCHWOOD HOTEL, 25 SEPTEMBER 2023 Programme Director;Prof Shai, President of SAAPAM;Dr John Molepo, Executive Director;Professor Vil-Nkomo;Honoured guests;Ladies and Gentlemen: Thank […]
MINISTRYPUBLIC SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATIONREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA MINISTER N. KIVIET ADDRESS AT SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT 22ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON THE 25TH SEPTEMBER 2023 AT BIRCHWOOD HOTEL, EKURHULENI IN GAUTENG Programme Director, Professor Nokukhanya Jili, SAAPAM Vice President His Excellency, President Thabo Mbeki, Former President of the Republic of South Africa […]
COMMENTS OF THE TMF PATRON, THABO MBEKI, AT THE 22ND NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (SAAPAM): EKURHULENI, 25 SEPTEMBER 2023. Programme Director,President and leaders of the SA Association of Public Administration and Management;The Board of the Association;Distinguished participants: I apologize that it has proved impossible for me to […]
MEDIA STATEMENT 19 September 2023 SAAPAM TO HOST ITS 22ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) is pleased to announce that it will be hosting its annual Conference in collaboration with the University of South Africa and Tshwane University of Technology which will be held from 24 – 29 […]
REAPPOINTMENT OF DR JOHN MOLEPO AS AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (SAAPAM) 15 August 2023 The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) is pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. John Molepo as the Executive Director of the Association. This decision was made following […]
23 September 2022 The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) will on Monday, 26th September 2022 host a special gala dinner in honour of Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka. The luminary will be honoured with SAAPAM’s highest recognition, the Distinquished Public Service Award. The Public Service Award is one of the highest awards that […]
17 July 2022 The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) mourns the passing of the gigantic scholar. The Association learned in shock about the death of Professor Khalo, who passed yesterday. Professor Khalo served as a President and Executive Director of the Association. Under his leadership, the Association saw a growth in […]
By Oratile Matsapola Date: February 15, 2024 The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) Limpopo Chapter and the Limpopo Research Forum successfully hosted a thought-provoking conference at the Middleburg Loskop Dam Forever Resort from February 12-14, 2024. The conference brought together over 200 delegates from various academic and public institutions, including the […]
written by Noluthando Key. On the 29th of August, the South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM) North West Chapter, in collaboration with the North West House of Traditional and Kho-San Leaders, convened a seminal seminar to explore a critical aspect of governance in South Africa. The event brought together esteemed traditional leaders, […]
Written by Noluthando Key As South Africa prepares for its pivotal SAAPAM conference this month, one voice is set to resonate with profound impact. Mamonare Malapane, an esteemed doctoral candidate and researcher from the Tshwane University of Technology who’s research focus is on Transformation of Historically Disadvantaged Universities, is gearing up to present research that […]
Written by: Onthatile Morulane Professor Sibongiseni Bethuel Ngcamu, a leading figure in South African public administration and an advocate for good governance. Professor Ngcamu’s career began in Durban, where he embarked on his teaching career as a Geography teacher in a secondary school located in Clermont Township. Driven by a thirst for knowledge, he continued […]
Written By: Onthatile Morulane, 2024 Professor Lusanda Beauty Juta, a veritable titan in the domain of Public Administration and Management, has forged an illustrious trajectory characterized by her unwavering dedication to public service and societal upliftment. Possessing a Ph.D. in her field of specialization, she currently occupies the esteemed position of Acting deputy director at […]
Written by Noluthando Key. Ronald Reagan once said: “The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one who gets the people to do the greatest things”. Included among these distinguished leaders is Prof. Willie Chinyamurindi, a distinguished professor at the University of Fort Hare’s Department of Business […]
BY: ONTHATILE MORULANE The nation’s journey from a deeply divided society to a democracy has been marked by significant strides, yet challenges persist. The Government of National Unity, a pivotal moment in South Africa’s history, laid the groundwork for reconciliation and nation-building. However, the legacy of apartheid continues to shape the country’s socio-economic landscape. Public […]
Written by Noluthando Key In the dynamic world of public management and leadership, Dr. Sareesha Pillay stands out not only for her academic achievements but also for her profound commitment to social justice. As a senior lecturer in the Department of Public Management and Leadership at Nelson Mandela University, Dr. Pillay’s work transcends traditional boundaries, […]
Written by Noluthando Key Prof Sipho Mokoena, an esteemed academic in the field of public administration, currently serves as an associate professor at the University of Limpopo and the director of the Turfloop Graduate School of Leadership. His extensive career in academia spans various institutions of higher learning where he has taught numerous modules, published […]
By: Onthatile Morulane Dr. Yende is a renowned lecturer in development studies at the University of Mpumalanga and brings his expertise to the forefront of the 2024 SAAPAM Conference. With a PhD in community development and experience in supervising and teaching postgraduate students at various levels like doctoral, masters, and honours level The 2024 SAAPAM […]
