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Indaba on Realising Socio-Economic Rights through Pro-Poor Human Rights Budgeting and the Equitable Share

Public budgets are one of the most powerful instruments governments use to shape economic outcomes and social development.

March 24, 2026

What will set you apart

By completing this course you will gain the following competencies

  • The constitutional foundations of South Africa’s budgeting framework
  • The purpose and effectiveness of the Equitable Share system
  • The relationship between fiscal policy, economic participation, and social justice
  • Institutional accountability in public finance management
  • Governance challenges affecting provincial and municipal resource allocation
  • Practical reforms that could strengthen fiscal transparency and accountability
  • The role of professional finance leadership in strengthening public finance governance

Event breakdown

  • poverty and inequality
  • municipal fiscal distress
  • governance and accountability challenges
  • the equitable distribution of national resources.
  • Opening remarks from national leadership • Keynote address by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs • Panel discussions examining the constitutional purpose and implementation of the Equitable Share system • Dialogue between government, fiscal authorities, and governance institutions
  • Keynote address by the Minister of Finance
  • Provincial response panel with MECs of Finance
  • Panel discussion defining what a practical Pro-Poor Human Rights Budget should look like
  • Discussions on how public finance systems can support vulnerable communities, including persons with disabilities and older persons
  • Closing remarks and networking engagement
Category: Practice ManagementType: CPD Course

Description

In South Africa, the national budget determines how resources are allocated across provinces, municipalities, and public programmes. These decisions directly affect service delivery, economic participation, and the ability of communities to realise their socio-economic rights. The Indaba on Realising Socio-Economic Rights through Pro-Poor Human Rights Budgeting and the Equitable Share brings together policymakers, economists, regulators, and finance professionals to examine how South Africa’s fiscal framework can better support inclusive economic growth and accountable governance. Hosted by the Chartered Institute for Business Accountants (CIBA) in partnership with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), the event creates a national platform for dialogue on the constitutional, fiscal, and governance dimensions of South Africa’s budgeting system. Date: 24–25 March 2026

Please note this event will not be streamed live, a copy of the recording will be made available after the event.

You will earn a certificate

A certificate of completion is awarded on successful completion of this course.

Requirements

  • Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
  • Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser