Short Learning Programmes

Course in Good Governance in Africa (77701)

Duration: 6 months

Language medium: English

Target group:

(a) Professionals in different fields; (b) members of different political parties and formations; (c) civil servants, civil society activists and community leaders; (d) women and gender activists; (e) students and youth; and (f) spiritual/religious leaders and activists.
No previous study of governance is assumed, although exposure to the concept of good governance especially in African context would be expected.

Admission requirements:

An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification

Registration periods:

Unisa semester dates
For more information please visit: www.unisa.ac.za

Course leader details:

Prof D Mello, DAdmin, University of Pretoria
Discipline and expertise: Public Administration and Management
Tel: 012 352 4030
E-mail: emellodm@unisa.ac.za

Programme administrator:

Ms Ndiambani Nesengani
TM-School, Unisa
Tel: +27 12 352 4021
nesennp@unisa.ac.za

Mr Mohau Manthata
TM-School, Unisa
Tel: +27 12 337 6171
E-mail: manthh@unisa.ac.za

Purpose statement:

To conscientise current and future leaders/managers about the essence of good governance as a critical building block in Africa's development and prosperity

Modules:

GOCAFRS - Anti-corruption agenda and integrity management

Content: Unpacking corruption National, regional and international intervention to eradicate corruption Integrity management

GOCAFRT - Good Governance Concepts and Principles

Content: Introduction to good governance Good governance and leadership in Africa Development and good governance The good governance challenges in Africa

GOCAFRU - The Role of Good Governance and Civil Society in Human Security in Africa

Content: Understanding the role of civil society in advancing good governance in Africa The role of social media platforms in promoting good governance