South African National Research Foundation Chair in Cities, Law and Environmental Sustainability based at the North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus.
Joined February 2019
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Graduation season is here π©βπ
On 2 June 2026, Ms Inocentia Mahlangu, CLES alumnus, received her LLM with distinction. Congratulations!
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If you missed the SARChI CLES Annual Prestige Lecture, you can now watch the recording on YouTube. Follow this link: youtu.be/Zb9pcCCVgCs to enjoy an insightful discussion on promoting environmental justice beyond the courtroom.@DanjelleMidgley was our esteemed guest.
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Today, Krisdan Bezuidenhout upgraded his title to Dr Bezuidenhout. Congratulations on obtaining your doctorate, Dr Krisdan Bezuidenhout. All the best with your future academic endeavours.
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SARChI CLES hosted an Author's Workshop for the Research Companion on Local Government and Climate Change in Africa. Several experts from across the African continent came together to present their upcoming chapters on climate change in the context of urban governance. Stay tuned
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Upcoming Critical Convo Webinar π’ | 24 June 2026
SARChI CLES will host its second critical conversation of the year.
Participants are encouraged to register using the following link: tinyurl.com/CC2026two, or by scanning the QR code.
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ποΈ New CLESTalk Episode Alert!
Tune in for episode 15 of CLESTalk for a topical conversation between Ms Ledile Sekwakwa and Mr Burgert Gildenhuys.
Click the link to gain insights on how local government in South Africa is evolving: youtu.be/oWmkXE74hLI
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Call for Abstracts π’
7th Annual CLES Postgraduate Student Conference
Theme: Reimagining solutions for municipal challenges 26 yrs into SA democracy
π NWU Potchefstroom | Hybrid
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10-11 Sept 2026
π Submit by 20 July 2026 to 38818647@mynwu.ac.za
See attached
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We continue our #GetToKnowTheCLESTeam journey by introducing Sandile Mbizeni (LLB, NWU), LLM researcher at the Chair in Cities, Law and Environmental Sustainability (CLES).
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π’ CALL FOR NRF BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR 2027 We invite applications for full-time LLM & PhD/LLD studies for 2027. π· Law | π· Urban Development π· Closing: 18 May 2026 π·
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The 6th Annual Prestige Lecture
Speaker: Danielle Midgley
Topic: Promoting Environmental Justice: Legal Advocacy and the Role of Lawyers Beyond the Courtroom
13 May | Senate Hall, Building F1, NWU Potchefstroom Campus
Register: tinyurl.com/49fuupvu
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Reminder: Register for the 6th Annual Prestige Lecture | Promoting Environmental Justice
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13 May 2026 | π 14:00 π Senate Hall, Building F1, NWU Potchefstroom Campus
π Register: lnkd.in/d-C7ZSgP π§ Enquiries: Viandrie Robertson β 30020506@mynwu.ac.za
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We continue our #GetToKnowTheCLESTeam series by introducing Slindile Ntshangase (LLB), a CLES LLM researcher
Her work explores legal and policy frameworks for city-level green transport in South Africa, focusing on municipal autonomy and climate-responsive transport solutions
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Meet Nyamboga George, a CLES LLM Researcher. β¨
His research explores bridging the sustainability gap in smart city spatial planning in Kenya & South Africa, focusing on Konza and Lanseria.
Guided by: βRelentless self-improvement, discipline, and mental toughness.β
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π₯ Critical Conversation now available!
Catch our session on integrating disaster management into urban planning, featuring Dr Fidelis Udo & Prof Dewald van Niekerk.
Watch here: youtu.be/qwm9SJb1d84
#CriticalConversation #CLES #DisasterManagement #UrbanDevelopment
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Reminder: Join us for our upcoming Critical Convo Webinar
Topic: Integrating Disaster Management into Urban Planning: Addressing Vulnerability and Risk Reduction in Cities
Date: 15 April 2026
Time: 14:00 β 16:00
Register here: tinyurl.com/CC2026one
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Postdoc Fellow wanted!
Join NWU's SARChI Chair in Cities, Law & Env Sustainability. 1-yr fellowship (renewable up to 3yrs), R320k p/a. Apply by 20 Apr '26: Β nwu.ci.hr/applicant/index.phβ¦
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CLES is hosting a Critical Convo Webinar on Integrating Disaster Management into Urban Planning: Addressing Vulnerability & Risk in Cities, featuring Dr Fidelis Udo & Prof Dewald van Niekerk.
π 15 April 2026 | β° 14:00β16:00
π Register: tinyurl.com/CC2026one
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Local Government Training Workshop | 10β11 March 2026
We hosted a two-day workshop that equipped municipal councillors and staff with insights into local government law, climate change, and administrative justice.
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π Local Government Training Workshop | Day 1 of 2
Today marked the start of our Local Government Training Workshop.
Participants engaged in insightful discussions and collaborative activities. We look forward to continuing the conversations tomorrow on Day 2.
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