Reflecting on the 2030 Bana Pele Roadmap Leadership Summit – A Conversation with Siven Maslamoney

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Leaders from government, business, and civil society came together at the 2030 Bana Pele Roadmap Leadership Summit to address the urgent challenges facing Early Childhood Development (ECD) in South Africa. With over 1.1 million children still lacking access to early learning, the summit focused on funding, policy shifts, and collaborative solutions to drive meaningful change.

In this episode, Samm Marshall sits down with Siven Maslamoney from the Bana Pele Programme Management Unit to reflect on the key takeaways from the summit. What commitments were made? How can public-private partnerships accelerate progress? And what must happen next to ensure no child is left behind?

Join us as we unpack the outcomes of this crucial event and explore the future of ECD in South Africa.
19 Mar English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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