John Stuart, a consultant supporting UN DESA’s Economic Analysis and Policy Division (EAPD), reached out to South Africa’s National Treasury to invite participation in the upcoming UN OG Macroeconomy Model training workshop in Cape Town (1–2 August).

Manqoba Ntshakala (Acting Chief Director, Economic Policy, National Treasury) responded positively, indicating the training is highly relevant. However, he requested that the formal invitation be sent via official protocol—specifically addressed to Dr. Duncan Pieterse, Director General of National Treasury, and sent through the dgregistry@treasury.gov.za address with proper CCs. He also asked for a full outline of the training program to help align staff participation.

The formal letter should include details such as objectives, content, duration, requirements, nominee numbers, and cost coverage, with institutional letterhead and sender/recipient info.