Question NW2332 to the Minister of Basic Education to ask the Minister of Basic Education
04 July 2023 - NW2332
Ngcobo, Mr S to ask the Minister of Basic Education to ask the Minister of Basic Education
What steps has her department taken to (a) ensure and (b) encourage the fast-tracking of the signing and submission of invoices which will guarantee the delivery of complete food items for June 2023?
Reply:
The Department tracks provincial expenditure through monthly reports that are required in terms of the Division of Revenue Act. Under-spending is often an indication of delayed payments.
The provinces are also required to provide reasons for under-spending. Where there are challenges, the DBE intervenes through forums such as Budget Standards, Inter-provincial meetings as well as direct engagements with provinces,