GCIS KwaZulu-Natal

The KwaZulu-Natal Legislature today hosted the Workers’ Parliament under the theme, “Tackling Unemployment and the Rising Cost of Living through Skills Development and Advancement of Workers' Rights”.
Amongst some of the topics discussed amongst various representatives from the workforce included, Strengthening Public Service Through
Decent Work and Collective Bargaining, Protecting Vulnerable Workers, Promoting Conducive Labour Practices, and Confronting Youth Unemployment
Through Skills Development and
Industrial Expansion.

MEDIA INVITE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATED: 28 MAY 2026

PUBLIC SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATION MINISTER AND KZN AGRICULTURE MEC TO UNVEIL AGRICULTURAL BLUEPRINT AT EXTENSION SUMMIT

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, led by MEC Mrs. Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, invites media members to attend the Provincial Extension Summit where, the Minister for the Department of Public Service and Administration, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, will officially unveil the department's agricultural blueprint.

The plan outlines a re-imagined approach for KZN agriculture as the sector responds to global shocks and food insecurity. It focuses on practical, field-tested solutions that farmers can use immediately to protect jobs and boost food production.

The summit will bring together extension practitioners, researchers, agricultural experts, and stakeholders to share successful practical solutions that are already improving productivity and sustainability among smallholder farmers. Discussions will focus on climate-smart livestock and crop management practices, strengthening agricultural extension services, and linking farmers to markets.

Media members are cordially invited to attend and cover the programme planned as follows:

Date: 1-2 June 2026
Venue: Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, Durban
Time: 09:00

Media Enquiries: Vusi Khumalo, DARD MLO, 082 350 4674

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