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KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THEMBI SIMELANE, MP, MINISTER OF HUMAN SETTLEMTS OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA ON THE OCCASION OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN PLANNING INSTITUTE PLANNING 2026 CONFERENCE 01 OCTOBER 2026 CENTURY CITY CONFERENCE CENTRE, CAPE TOWN

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This document is the keynote address delivered by Thembi Simelane, Minister of Human Settlements, at the South African Planning Institute Planning 2026 Conference in Cape Town. It discusses the conference theme of digital technologies and sustainable futures, the role of planning in addressing spatial inequality, and the importance of people living closer to economic opportunities. It does not announce a separate application, funding, tender or other public opportunity.

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City of Cape Town, Western Cape

Key Takeaways

Thembi Simelane delivered the keynote address
South African Planning Institute Planning 2026 Conference
01 October 2026
Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town
Conference theme: Digital Technologies and Sustainable Futures: Pathways for Urban and Regional Planning in Africa
Department of Human Settlements supports people living closer to centres of economic opportunities
THEMBI SIMELANE
MINISTRY HUMAN SETTLEMENTS REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
South African Planning Institute
Dr Johannes Mulaudzi
Mr Rayner Moodley
South African Council for Planners
Department of Human Settlements
National Development Plan

Dates

Closing Date

1 October 2026