The purpose of this sub-programme is to initiate, plan and monitor development in rural areas across the three spheres of government, in order to address needs that have been identified.

A key functional output for this sub-programme is the Regional Coordination Committees (RCCs) that provides a platform for all government departments (national and provincial) as well as district and local municipalities, together with agricultural stakeholders and community representatives, to meet on a quarterly basis, exploring, planning, implementing and coordinating on opportunities, challenges and developmental initiatives within the rural areas. This approach links directly to the Joint District Approach (JDA) model for joint planning and implementation of governmental services.