Institute of Human Settlement Practitioners - South Africa

28/09/2026

📢 IHSP-SA QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER | ISSUE 01 – 2026

We are excited to share the first IHSP-SA Newsletter for 2026! 🏘️🇿🇦

This issue highlights the official launch of IHSP-SA, the professionalisation of the Human Settlements sector, key partnerships, Masterclasses, professional development opportunities, and upcoming programmes.

📖 Read. Connect. Engage. Be part of the journey towards a stronger and recognised Human Settlements profession.

🌐 www.ihsp-sa.org



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24/09/2026

Happy Heritage Day from IHSP-SA!

Today, we celebrate our rich heritage, diverse communities and the places we call home. As human settlements practitioners, let us honour our past, celebrate who we are, and continue working together to build inclusive, sustainable and resilient settlements for future generations.

Our People. Our Places. Our Future. 🇿🇦

16/09/2026

Internship Opportunities | 2026–2028

The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements invites suitably qualified young South Africans to apply for 34 internship opportunities across a range of disciplines.

Opportunities are available in fields including Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Communications, Property Management, Construction and Engineering, Internal Audit, Town Planning & GIS, and more.

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month
Duration: 24 months
Closing date: 25 September 2026

Prospective applicants are encouraged to carefully review the full advertisement for eligibility requirements, available positions, qualifications and the relevant application email address.

📌 Please note: Applications must be submitted to the email address applicable to the relevant region/discipline as indicated in the advertisement.

09/09/2026

Register now!!! There is still space!!!

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Register Now: IHSP-SA 9th Masterclass Programme – MUT

We are pleased to invite you to register for the IHSP-SA 9th Masterclass Programme, taking place on 08–09 October 2026 at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) in KwaZulu-Natal.

The Masterclass brings together human settlements practitioners, policymakers, academics, municipal officials, private-sector professionals, NGOs, and postgraduate students for professional development, knowledge sharing, and strategic networking.

The program offers an opportunity to engage with expert insights, policy and governance developments, innovative approaches, and key issues shaping human settlements delivery in South Africa.

Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged. IHSP-SA members qualify for discounted registration fees.
CPD Points: Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a CPD Certificate.

Please see the attached provisional program and event flyer for more information.

🔗 Register here: https://www.ihsp-sa.org/ihsp-sa-9th-masterclass-workshop-registration/

For registration assistance or inquiries: Mr. T. Mteto 📧 [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to Mangosuthu University of Technology for two days of learning, professional development, and meaningful engagement.



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01/09/2026

Register Now: IHSP-SA 9th Masterclass Programme – MUT

We are pleased to invite you to register for the IHSP-SA 9th Masterclass Programme, taking place on 08–09 October 2026 at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) in KwaZulu-Natal.

The Masterclass brings together human settlements practitioners, policymakers, academics, municipal officials, private-sector professionals, NGOs, and postgraduate students for professional development, knowledge sharing, and strategic networking.

The program offers an opportunity to engage with expert insights, policy and governance developments, innovative approaches, and key issues shaping human settlements delivery in South Africa.

Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged. IHSP-SA members qualify for discounted registration fees.
CPD Points: Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a CPD Certificate.

Please see the attached provisional program and event flyer for more information.

🔗 Register here: https://www.ihsp-sa.org/ihsp-sa-9th-masterclass-workshop-registration/

For registration assistance or inquiries: Mr. T. Mteto 📧 [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to Mangosuthu University of Technology for two days of learning, professional development, and meaningful engagement.



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18/08/2026

📢 SAVE THE DATE | 9TH IHSP-SA MASTERCLASS

The Institute of Human Settlement Practitioners South Africa (IHSP-SA) is excited to announce the 9th IHSP-SA Masterclass, taking place on 08–09 October 2026, hosted in partnership with Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), KwaZulu-Natal.

Join human settlements practitioners, professionals, academics, students, policymakers and sector stakeholders for an engaging platform focused on knowledge sharing, professional development and advancing sustainable human settlements in South Africa.

📅 Date: 08–09 October 2026
📍 Venue: Mangosuthu University of Technology, KwaZulu-Natal

🎓 Earn CPD opportunities | Expand your network | Share knowledge | Shape the future of human settlements

Registration is now open. Secure your place and join this important conversation.

👉 Register now and join us at the 9th IHSP-SA Masterclass: https://www.ihsp-sa.org/ihsp-sa-9th-masterclass-workshop-registration/.



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03/07/2026

Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026/2027
Contract Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Application process: https://Inkd.in/dytW_2ib

01/07/2026

Career Opportunity Alert! 📢

Nelson Mandela University has an exciting opportunity available in the Chair for Human Settlements Development and Management.

If you meet the requirements and are passionate about contributing to the human settlements sector, don’t miss this opportunity. Please see the attached advert for full details and application instructions.

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25/06/2026

Through our Internship / Learnership Program, we're empowering young South Africans through workplace learning, skills development, and career opportunities that build brighter futures.

25/06/2026

A proud moment for the country's human settlements sector as Minister Thembi Simelane officially launches the Institute of Human Settlements Practitioners - South Africa (IHSP-SA) at Nelson Mandela University today.

This is a significant step towards professionalising the sector, fostering innovation and advancing sustainable human settlements.

The IHSP-SA launch also marked the start of the Pan-African City Symposium and Exposition (PASCE), which is jointly hosted by the University, IHSP-SA and the US-Africa Collaborative. The Symposium is a landmark gathering held under the theme "Smart Futures: From Smart Villages to Smart Economies - Exploring Models that Create Resilient, Equitable, Regenerative and Thriving Communities".

It brings together leaders, practitioners, researchers and policymakers from across Africa and beyond to explore innovative approaches to sustainable human settlements and development.