Enhancing Road Fund
Revenue: Strategies for
Effective Collection and
Management

20 – 24 January 2025
Sandton Centre Johannesburg South Africa

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Course Overview

Road infrastructure is vital for economic growth and connectivity, and the efficient management of the Road Fund revenue ensures that these vital projects are adequately financed. However, challenges such as delayed collections, inefficient processes, noncompliance, and gaps in revenue management can undermine efforts to maintain and improve critical infrastructure.

This course provides a comprehensive approach to understanding the strategies, tools and techniques necessary for effective collection, monitoring, and management of Road Fund revenue.

Designed for professionals working in revenue collection, auditing, financial planning, and public sector management, this course will strengthen participants ability to improve tax collection mechanisms, track compliance, optimize revenue streams, and implement strategic managemnt frameworks.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

    1. Master the Fundamentals: Gain in-depth knowledge of Road Fund structures, sources, and challenges.
    2. Maximize Revenue Collection: Develop systems to improve efficiency and reduce leakage.
    3. Enhance Compliance and Governance: Strengthen legal and operational frameworks to build accountability.
    4. Leverage Technology: Understand how to utilize digital tools for automation, transparency, and fraud prevention.
    5. Foster Stakeholder Collaboration: Learn strategies for effective communication, engagement, and dispute resolution.
    6. Anticipate Trends: Prepare for shifts in transportation technology and their impact on revenue streams.

Who Should Attend

  • Government Officials: Transport and infrastructure policymakers, Road Fund administrators, and municipal leaders.
  • Revenue and Finance Professionals: Revenue officers, financial controllers, and auditors responsible for fund management.
  • Technology Experts: IT professionals designing and implementing revenue collection systems.
  • Compliance and Legal Experts: Lawyers, compliance officers, and regulators ensuring adherence to governance standards.
  • Private Sector Stakeholders: Toll operators, consultants, and financial institutions involved in PPPs.
  • NGOs and Civil Society Groups: Advocates for transparent and efficient fund management.

Course Outline

Module 1: The Strategic Importance of Road Fund Revenue

  • The role of Road Funds in national infrastructure development and economic growth.
  • Key sources of revenue: Fuel levies, toll charges, vehicle licensing, penalties, and international aid.
  • Economic implications of effective vs. ineffective fund management.
  • Case study: The impact of Road Fund management on sustainable infrastructure.

Module 2: Optimizing Revenue Collection

  • Designing and implementing robust collection systems tailored to local contexts.
  • Leveraging technology: Digital toll collection systems, mobile payment platforms, and blockchain for transparency.
  • Minimizing leakages through automated reconciliation systems and data integration.
  • Innovative approaches: Pay-as-you-go systems and congestion pricing models.

Module 3: Ensuring Compliance and Addressing Legal Challenges

  • Navigating legislative frameworks: National and international regulations for Road Funds.
  • Strengthening compliance through risk-based audits and targeted inspections.
  • Combatting fraud and corruption: Tools and methodologies for effective detection and prevention.
  • Handling legal disputes: Building a framework for efficient conflict resolution.

Module 4: Financial Management and Transparency

  • Designing budgets that align with strategic infrastructure goals.
  • Building transparent and auditable financial reporting systems.
  • Utilizing advanced analytics to identify trends, optimize resource allocation, and forecast revenue.
  • Exploring innovative financing models, including green bonds and public-private partnerships (PPPs).

Module 5: Stakeholder Engagement and Public Participation

  • Engaging diverse stakeholders, including government, private sector, and civil society, for collective impact.
  • Designing public awareness campaigns to foster voluntary compliance and support.
  • Building trust through community feedback mechanisms and performance dashboards.
  • Strategies for conflict management and mediation with stakeholders.

Module 6: Innovations and Future Trends in Road Fund Management

  • Exploring emerging technologies: AI-driven systems for predictive analytics and compliance monitoring.
  • Preparing for the future: E-mobility and its implications on revenue streams.
  • Integrating sustainability into revenue systems to support climate-resilient infrastructure.
  • The global perspective: Insights from international best practices in Road Fund management.

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IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING

While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.

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