NPC ECD Advisory: Effective Cross-Departmental and Inter-Governmental Coordination in Early Childhood Development- March 2024

This advisory has three main purposes: 1. To make a case for a set of urgent interventions to address challenges in the coordination mechanisms in achieving an integrated Early Childhood Development sectoral strategy which will inform the draft 2024-2029 Medium- Term National Development Plan (MTP). It is the view of the NPC that effective coordination is indispensable to building the necessary base for the design, implementation, and monitoring of a successful integrated ECD Sectoral Strategy. The goal of ensuring concerted action across national departments and spheres of government is paramount to benefitting all children and ensuring equitable access to quality ECD services. It is noted that current structures are not functioning robustly or serving their intended functions.