29/05/2026
CITY OF MATLOSANA BUSINESS BREAKFAST NETWORKING SESSION
Today, Friday, 29 May 2026, the City of Matlosana hosted a Business Breakfast Networking Session aimed at strengthening collaboration between government and the private sector in an effort to revitalise local businesses, stimulate economic growth, and create employment opportunities across the city.
Present at the event were key stakeholders from government, business, and economic development sectors under one roof to explore sustainable partnerships and investment opportunities that can contribute towards the economic advancement of the City of Matlosana.
The Executive Mayor of the City of Matlosana, Cllr Fikile Mahlophe, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of unity, innovation, and strategic partnerships in rebuilding and growing the local economy.
This was followed by remarks from the MMC for District Economic Development, Alderman Raymond Tebane Mampe, who was accompanied by the District MPAC Chairperson, Cllr James Tsolela, and the District Chief Financial Officer, Ms Jeanmarie Brown and the MMC for Corporate Services Cllr Lebohang Itebogeng. Alderman Mampe also represented the District Executive Mayor, Cllr Nikiwe Num, by delivering a message of support on her behalf.
In his address, Alderman Mampe emphasised the immense potential of the City of Matlosana to continue positioning itself as a powerhouse of business and economic activity within the region. He further addressed the ongoing unrest taking place across parts of the country against foreign nationals, noting that South Africans could learn valuable lessons from foreign entrepreneurs, particularly in identifying business opportunities, maintaining unity, demonstrating discipline, and investing in and supporting one anotherβs businesses.
The programme also featured a presentation by the Acting Director for Local Economic Development (LED) in the City of Matlosana, Dr K.I.D Boikanyo, who outlined the Cityβs LED Strategic Priorities. Among the focus areas highlighted were Tourism, Heritage, and Events as key drivers for local economic growth.
Dr Boikanyo specifically referenced the N12 Marathon as one of the flagship annual events contributing positively to the tourism and events sector, while reiterating the importance of collaboration between all stakeholders in unlocking the cityβs full economic potential.After all the Speakers were done doing their presentations , everyone was given an opportunity to do networking.