ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION: MISA CEO Leads High-Level Eastern Seaboard Engagement at Enlit Africa Conference
BY : CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR KASiBC_AFRiCA
CAPE TOWN — In a major push for regional economic transformation and infrastructural development, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA), Ms Mapatane Kgomo, led a high-level delegation at the prestigious Enlit Africa 2026 Conference. The summit took place from 19 to 21 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Addressing continental delegates, Ms Kgomo reaffirmed the South African government’s commitment to coordinated infrastructure planning, improved service delivery, and sustainable regional development.
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Unlocking the Underdeveloped Coastal Corridor
At the heart of MISA’s presentation was the strategic importance of the Eastern Seaboard Development (ESD) Programme. This massive government-led initiative is designed to transform the historically underdeveloped coastal corridor spanning parts of the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal into a modern, economically vibrant region.
The extensive programme strategically covers four vital district municipalities:
KwaZulu-Natal: Ugu and Harry Gwala District Municipalities.
Eastern Cape: Alfred Nzo and OR Tambo District Municipalities.
Ms Kgomo highlighted that targeted infrastructure investment within the ESD is critical for driving broad-based economic growth, creating sustainable employment opportunities, and strengthening energy security across these regions.
A Hotbed for Renewable Energy and Industry
The region holds immense untapped potential. According to the MISA CEO, strategic focus areas like ports development, specialized industrial zones, and renewable energy present massive growth opportunities for key sectors, including construction, manufacturing, logistics, and energy.
Enlit Africa serves as a premier collaborative platform, bringing together water, power, and energy sector stakeholders from across the continent to address infrastructure challenges, energy access, and long-term sustainability.
Empowering Municipalities to Deliver
As the central coordinating body for the Eastern Seaboard Development Programme, MISA's core mandate is rooted in the infrastructure support value chain. The agency provides vital technical advice and hands-on support to municipalities to reinforce infrastructure planning, execution, day-to-day operations, maintenance, and institutional capacity building.
By accelerating investments in basic services like water, electricity, and transport infrastructure, MISA aims to help local governments anchor inclusive growth.
“When municipalities are equipped with the technical support and infrastructure required to deliver reliable services, we create an enabling environment for businesses to grow, employment opportunities to expand, and communities to access consistent and sustainable energy services,” Ms Kgomo stated.
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