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Rural Development Support Program

Name: Rural Development Support Program
Address: Cape Town, 8001, ZA
Telephone: +27660313830

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Established in 1992, Rural Development Support Program strengthens rural communities. RDSP offers its service through the following Programmes:

1.

Rural Organisation Development (Capacity Building) Programme
Rural CBOs receiving individually designed training and mentoring from RDSP have increased organisational effectiveness enabling them to improve their impact in communities.

2. Rural Youth Workers and Leaders Development Programme
Youth workers and leaders in rural communities participating in RDSP’s programme develop the emotional maturity they require to realise their potential, work effectively with youth, and be change agents in their communities.

3. Rural Substance Abuse Programme
Rural community groups receiving comprehensive training and mentoring in the field of substance abuse from RDSP implement services to assist those affected by substance abuse in their communities.

4. Rural Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Programme
Rural community group members participating in RDSP’s programme develop their personal understanding of GBV, strengthen their inter-personal skills and assist those affected by GBV in their communities.

08/10/2026

Days 3–4: Basic Financial Management Training

Focus: Strengthening Financial Management Skills

Over the last two days, participants focused on practical tools to improve financial accountability and decision‑making.

They learnt how to reconcile monthly bank statements with income and expenditure records to ensure accuracy. Participants also practised monitoring expenses against budgets and actuals, supporting effective financial decisions and timely action.

On the final day, the group explored identifying and managing financial risks, while also building confidence in understanding audit report terminology. Importantly, participants were able to identify risks within their own organisations and propose ways to mitigate them — a valuable step toward stronger governance.

The training closed with strong commitment from participants to apply these practices in their organisations, reinforcing transparency and sound financial management.

Lesedi Solar Park Trust

07/10/2026

Day 2: Basic Financial Management Training

Focus: Financial Record Keeping

Participants learnt how to record expenditure and how to use all the relevant documents to track spending. They also practised using income and expenditure statements to draw up monthly financial statements. Progress during the day was slow as participants worked carefully through the new concepts, but by the end of the session they were excited about their learning and motivated to apply these skills in their organisations.

01/10/2026

Basic Financial Management Training

Day 1: Building Stronger Fundraising Budgets & Managing Income and Expenditure

Day 1 focused on how to use an operational budget as a foundation for developing an effective fundraising budget. Participants also explored the importance of accurately recording income and expenditure to strengthen financial management and accountability.

Through practical case studies and interactive exercises, participants had the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills gained and build confidence in putting these principles into practice.

A productive day of learning, sharing, and strengthening financial management skills.

Lesedi Solar Park Trust

30/09/2026

This week marks the final training module of the Lesedi Organisational Development Program!

Since November 2024, community organisations have journeyed with us through modules on Good Governance, Strategic Planning, Fundraising in a Digital Age, and Monitoring & Evaluation. In November, we’ll conclude with end‑line capacity assessments to showcase the growth and improvements achieved by the CSOs who committed to this programme.

We are incredibly proud of these organisations for their dedication and resilience. Their commitment shows they are truly invested in strengthening their structures and building a sustainable future for their communities.

Lesedi Solar Park Trust

25/09/2026

Monitoring and evaluation Training.

Celebrating more of the participating organisations.

Kgatelopele Youth Development Forum
Tsantsabane Centre of Hope
Therapist on Wheels
Pioneers of Change

Wishing you all the best with applying the M& E knowledge gained to your organisations.

24/09/2026

“Our Heritage, Our Strength, Our Future” reminds us that community development does not start with what communities lack. It starts with what communities already have — their knowledge, skills, culture, relationships, resilience and collective experience. Continue to build on these strengths to preserve our heritage while shaping a more sustainable future.

21/09/2026

Monitoring and evaluation Training

Hollie your expertise in Monitoring & Evaluation made a challenging topic so much easier to grasp. You helped the group make sense of concepts like Theory of Change and Logic Models, turning complex ideas into clear, practical tools we can use.

We’re grateful for the way you shared your knowledge and guided the group through the learning journey.

Lesedi Solar Park Trust

18/09/2026

Monitoring & Evaluation Training

More pictures of participants who successfully completed the Monitoring and Evaluation Training. We celebrate their commitment to strengthening their knowledge and skills in Monitoring and Evaluation.

Congratulations to the participants from:
- Postmasburg Hulpsorg Aksie Vroue
- Savings Lives Danielskuil
- Agapé Daniëlskuil

We look forward to seeing the positive impact of your newly gained skills.

17/09/2026

Monitoring & Evaluation Training

Congratulations to all the participants who successfully completed the Monitoring and Evaluation Training. We are proud to celebrate your commitment to strengthening your knowledge and skills in Monitoring and Evaluation.

A special congratulations to the participants from:
- Tsantsabane Centre of Hope
- Network Against Women and Child Abuse
- Groenwater Soup Kitchen

We look forward to seeing the positive impact of your newly gained skills.

14/09/2026

Day 4 Monitoring and Evaluation Training

On the final day, organisations began transferring their Theory of Change (ToC) into Logic Models. This step helped them design a roadmap for implementation that makes strategies measurable, transparent, and easier to communicate with donors and partners.
A Logic Model translates the ToC into a clear, structured plan with:
• Inputs – the resources invested
• Activities – the actions taken
• Outputs – the immediate results delivered
• Outcomes & Impact – the longer term change aimed for
Logic Models empower organisations to move confidently from why change matters to how change happens.

Lesedi Solar Park Trust

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Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 15:00
Thursday	08:00 - 15:00
Friday	08:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+27660313830

Website

http://www.rdsp.org.za/

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