Moving Limpopo Forward

In the continued pursuit of driving a growing economy, developing infrastructure, and provisioning quality services for a better Limpopo, experts gathered at Zebula Golf Estate for a two-day Provincial Strategic Planning Session held from the 2nd – 3rd of February 2026, with the overall goal of improving provincial governance and supporting economic transformation.

Led by Director-General of the province, Mr Nape Nchabeleng, day one of the meeting confronted fundamental discussions including the budget framework of the upcoming financial year (2026/27) and the rolling-out of Special Economic Zone (SEZ) programmes to foster regional industrialization while creating jobs.

The session also shined a light on boosting the province’s agricultural sector through Revitalisation of the Agriculture and Agro-processing Value Chain (RAAVC) initiatives that will not only increase investment, but to efficiently plan for harvest season, enhance production and improve market access for produce and livestock.

It got deeper in day two as presentations focused on more pivotal deliberations took centre stage. This includes the allocation of the provincial budget for the 2026/27 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), the upcoming State of the Province Address (SOPA) delivery and its commitments, as well as a thorough evaluation of the matric results along with an improvement plan for the 2026 academic year.

Local government was also a topical discussion, as basic services such as reliable water provision, sanitation, accessible and inclusive healthcare, and quality education remain challenges that require in-depth resolutions. Thus, Office of the Premier will ensure that provincial public entities operate efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with government’s objectives to enhance service delivery and public trust.

In a nutshell, Premier Ramathuba alongside her executives are committed to implement their 5-year strategic plan (2025-2030) with these objectives on their mind; transform the economy of the province, advance social transformation, step up the fight against corruption, build a capable and developmental state, and strengthen nation building and social cohesion.