Questions and Replies
15 December 2015 - NW3954
Van Damme, Ms PT to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether, with reference to the submission made by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the SA Broadcasting Corporation in the Portfolio Committee on Communications’ meeting on 21 October 2015, she will provide a copy of the independent study referred to by the CFO which was conducted to benchmark the Chief Operating Officer’s (COO’s) salary increase; if not, why not; if so, by when will she provide the (a) specified independent study and (b) record of decisions related to the implementation of the recommendations of the specified study in respect of the COO’s salary increase?
Reply:
(a) The report is a confidential benchmark performed by an external service provider so that the SABC maintains its competitiveness.
(b) Records of decisions are confidential internal documents that should be kept as such.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
15 December 2015 - NW3867
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
Does the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) negotiate with actors to determine the payment of royalties due to them when selling licensed content to other TV stations; if not, (a) why not and (b) are the specified actors paid a percentage of the profit emanating from the specified transaction; if so, (i) how is the percentage profit determined, (ii) how much (aa) does and/or (bb) can the SABC deduct from the selling price before allocating an amount of the profit towards royalties and (iii) how is this determined?
Reply:
(a) The SABC does not sell content, but licences it to other networks and operators. The current standard commissioning agreement makes provision for the amount to be negotiated or for a payment based on two per cent of the net licencing agreement profit made. At this stage the SABC makes provision for payment based on the latter number.
(b) (i) Net profit is calculated at gross licencing revenue less 35% of capped overheads.
(ii) As per the above
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
15 December 2015 - NW3832
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What percentage of the Media Development and Diversity Agency funding is allocated to (i) print media and (ii) electronic media per annum and (b) what is the reason for giving any of the specified categories more funding as compared to others?
Reply:
(a) Subject to sub-regulation (2), of Section 22 of the MDDA Act 14 of 2002, funds contemplated in section 15(2)(a) of the Act must be allocated by the Board in accordance with the following percentages:
- Community media projects: at least 60%
- Small Commercial media projects: at least 25%
- Research projects: 5%
(b) The reason for giving community media projects more funding is informed by Regulations in terms of Section 22 of the Media Development and Diversity Agency Act of 2002, as enacted in the Government Gazette No. 22570 of 10 October 2003.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
08 December 2015 - NW3832
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What percentage of the Media Development and Diversity Agency funding is allocated to (i) print media and (ii) electronic media per annum and (b) what is the reason for giving any of the specified categories more funding as compared to others?
Reply:
(a) Subject to sub-regulation (2), of Section 22 of the MDDA Act 14 of 2002, funds contemplated in section 15(2)(a) of the Act must be allocated by the Board in accordance with the following percentages:
- Community media projects: at least 60%
- Small Commercial media projects: at least 25%
- Research projects: 5%
(b) The reason for giving community media projects more funding is informed by Regulations in terms of Section 22 of the Media Development and Diversity Agency Act of 2002, as enacted in the Government Gazette No. 22570 of 10 October 2003.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
08 December 2015 - NW3953
Van Damme, Ms PT to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) With reference to the Auditor-General’s note in the SA Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) 2014-15 Annual Report that a specific vendor was overpaid by R 2 million, what is the (a) name of this vendor, (b) nature of the service that the vendor rendered and (c) reason for overpayment; (2) Whether the overpaid moneys have been recovered since the findings were made by the Auditor-General in the SABC’s 2014-15 Annual Report; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
(1) (a) King James Advertising
(b) Advertising
(c) Quoted amounts for retainer fees and invoiced amounts did not correspond, invoiced amounts were much higher than quoted amounts
(2) The matter is being investigated
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
07 December 2015 - NW4127
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
(1)(a) How many applications for government-sponsored Set Top Boxes have been lodged at post offices around the country; (b) how many of the specified applications: (i) have been approved as at the latest date for which information is available (ii) have been rejected (iii) are still being processed; (2)what is the reason for the rejection of the specified applications?
Reply:
(1) (a) The total number of applications lodged at the 18 SKA area branches up to 30 November 2015 amounts to 2, 336 in total.
(b) (i) A total of 2, 074 qualifying applications has been processed up to 30 November 2015.
(ii) A total of 262 non-qualifying applications has been processed up to 30 November 2015
(iii) A total of 274 applications for the period ending 30 November 2015 stills needs to be processed.
(2) The reasons for the 262 non-qualifying applications to date are the following:
(a) Foreign ID’s (Total: 1)
(b) Unknown address (Total: 207)
(c) Total household income above income threshold of R3200 pm (Total: 54)
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
07 December 2015 - NW4153
Van Damme, Ms PT to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) Whether she will provide the exact details of the formalised communications relations agreement with Vietnam entered into by her in October 2015; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) whether the specified formalised agreement includes a programme for the training of journalists; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
(1) & (2) The Department is unable to provide exact details of a formalised communications relations agreement with Vietnam because it has not entered into any agreement with Vietnam.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
07 December 2015 - NW4128
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What steps are being taken to review legislation requiring valid SA Broadcasting Corporation licenses to be a qualifying criterion for recipients of government-sponsored Set Top Boxes, (b) with whom are the discussions on this issue held and (c) when will the specified discussions be completed and the matter resolved?
Reply:
(a) A proposal has been presented to SABC for consideration
(b) Discussions on this issue are being held with SABC
(c) A decision is pending consideration and ratification by the SABC
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
07 December 2015 - NW4126
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
(1)(a) What are the terms of reference of the enquiry that she asked National Treasury to conduct into the manufacturing and procurement process of the Set Top Box tender and (b) what is the deadline for the (i) completion and (ii) delivery of the report; (2) Whether the report of the specified enquiry will be made public; if not, why not; if so, what are further relevant details?
Reply:
(1) (a) The scope of investigation covers the supply chain processes followed by the Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa in the appointment of Ernest and Young to oversee the procurement process and companies to supply digital terrestrial (DTT), direct to home (DTH), satellite dishes and antennas.
(b)(i) & (ii) The investigation is expected to be finalised by end December 2015.
(2) The sensitivities regarding the information contained in the final report will determine whether the report will be made public or not.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
03 November 2015 - NW3656
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to the Digital Terrestrial Television tenders relating to the set-top boxes and antennae administered by her department, (a) what amount has been paid to each specified supplier to date, (b) when was the specified amount paid and (c) what are the terms of payment of the balance due in terms of the contract arising from the specified tenders?
Reply:
(a) Contracts were entered into between USAASA and the Manufacturers of which terms of references
(b) Payments are part of the terms of the reference between USAASA and manufacturers
(c) Terms of payment are part of the contract terms of reference between USAASA and manufacturers
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
03 November 2015 - NW2953
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her reply to question 1570 on 21 October 2014, what amount of the total expense allowance afforded to the (a) Chief Executive Officer, (b) Chief Financial Officer and (c) Chief Operating Officer, as executive board members, is attributed to (i) housing allowance, (ii) car allowance, (iii) cell phone allowance, (iv) other cash allowance, (v) entertainment allowance, (vi) subsistence allowance, (vii) benefit replacement allowance, (viii) insurance allowance, (ix) acting allowance and (x) special allowance, in each specified case?
Reply:
The information on the total expense allowance afforded to the CEO, COO, and CFO is contained in the 2015 Annual Report of the SABC.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
03 November 2015 - NW3450
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
When does she intend to introduce the Media Development and Diversity Agency’s amending Bill in Parliament?
Reply:
The Department anticipates that the MDDA Amendment Bill will be introduced in Parliament during the fourth (4) quarter of 2015/16 Financial year
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
03 November 2015 - NW3655
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) Whether three companies (names furnished) have been instructed to produce set-top boxes (STBs) arising from the four Digital Terrestrial Television programme tenders; if not, what are the relevant details; if so, (a) how many (i) STBs and (ii) antennae from each tender were ordered from each of the specified suppliers and (b) what are the costs of the specified items of each supplier, (2) whether any orders have been placed with other suppliers beside the specified suppliers; if so, (a) with which companies have these orders been placed, (b) when were the specified orders placed and (c) what is the delivery date of the specified orders; (3) whether a non-disclosure agreement by the Universal Service Access Agency of South Africa has been imposed on (a) her department and/or (b) the specified companies who have secured orders in terms of the specified tenders?
Reply:
(1) USAASA, as an entity, is responsible for the procurement of STBs and has confirmed placement of orders with the manufacturers of:
(a) (i) One million five hundred thousand (1.5 million)
(ii) One million antennae
(b) Department is still in the process of engagement with USAASA regarding the purchase prices of STBs and accessories
(2) USAASA has confirmed placement of purchase orders with the manufactures from the established panel of suppliers of STBs:
(a) USAASA has confirmed placing purchase orders with three companies
(b) Orders were placed in August 2015
(c) Delivery of STBs is dependent on the manufacturers satisfying Conformance Regime and the testing of STBs on the network. Actual delivery is to consider a lag period of eight (8) to twelve (12) weeks from ordering of components by manufacturers from suppliers.
(3)
(a) Any agreement for the production and supply of STBs is between USAASA and manufacturers
(b) Any agreement for the production and supply of STBs is between USAASA and manufacturers
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
03 November 2015 - NW3446
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her reply to question 2858 on 2 September 2015 and in respect of each case, (a) what (i) was the cost of the individual flights and (ii) class did she travel, (b) who accompanied her, (c) what was the cost of (i) the flights for those who accompanied her and (ii) accommodation for (aa) her and (bb) those who accompanied her and (d) what amount did her department spend on (i) other specified expenses and (ii) allowances for (aa) her and (bb) those who accompanied her?
Reply:
This question has been previously responded to in details. Refer to a response to Question number 2858 that was published on 7 August 2015.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
21 October 2015 - NW2854
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
Did a certain person (name and details furnished) conduct an enquiry into SA Broadcasting Corporation Board members without their knowledge; if so, (a) on what statutory provisions did the specified person rely when she did so, (b) on what date was the enquiry instituted, (c) what were the terms of reference and (d) what where the findings?
Reply:
The Company Secretary did not conduct any enquiry into the SABC Board members.
(a), (b), (c) and (d) are therefore not applicable.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
21 October 2015 - NW3586
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether, with reference to the broadcast of the Legal Research Group Workshop of a certain political organization (name furnished) on the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) news channel, DSTV 404 and live streaming of the specified workshop on sabcnews.com, the SABC charged (a) the specified political organization and/or (b) any other entity a fee for this broadcast; if not, (i) why not, (ii) on what grounds did the SABC broadcast the specified event free of charge and (iii) will this opportunity be afforded to other political parties free of charge; if so, what amount did the SABC charge the specified organization?
Reply:
The decision to broadcast the workshop was based on the view that the subject matter under discussion was topical and in the public interest, given the discomfort many individuals express at the seemingly unfettered practice of certain media organizations to publish whatever it pleases about targeted individuals, and the lack of recourse available to those said individuals.
The SABC did not charge any organization, a fee (or otherwise) to cover the event.
The event was deemed news worthy and warranted coverage.
Editorial decisions i.e. what to cover and why, is firmly vested in the newsrooms of the SABC News department.
MR N MUNZHELELE
ACTING DIRECTOR-GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
21 October 2015 - NW3478
Marais, Mr EJ to ask the Minister of Communications
Which independent community publications were given advertising business opportunities by the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) in the (i) 2012-2013, (ii) 2013-14 and (iii) 2014-15 financial years and (b) what amount did GCIS spend on the specified advertising business opportunities in each case? (
Reply:
(a)(b) The GCIS supplier database has been evolving to improve the quality of data over time.
(i) In 2012-13, no data for individual community publications was captured, however data is available at media sales representative level with amounts spent on advertising submitted below (refer table 1).
(ii) Detailed information for 2013-14 listing community publications and amounts spent on advertising is submitted below (refer table 2)
(iii) Detailed information for 2014-15 listing community publications and amounts spent on advertising is submitted below (refer table 3)
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TABLE 1 |
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2012/2013 |
Adspend (R's) |
|
Capro |
R 92 987.40 |
|
Kasilocator Media |
R 23 760.00 |
|
Milele Group |
R 6 321 371.79 |
|
Nab |
R 37 195.78 |
|
|
|
|
Total |
R 6 475 314.97 |
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TABLE 2 |
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2013/2014 |
Adspend (R's) |
|
|
|
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The Farm Worker Magazine |
R 8 721.00 |
|
Alex |
R 341 550.00 |
|
Alex Pioneer |
R 20 002.37 |
|
Aliwal Weekly |
R 4 343.50 |
|
Chatsworth Rising Sun |
R 25 649.60 |
|
Cosmo Chronicle |
R 136 147.52 |
|
Courier |
R 6 311.76 |
|
De Aar |
R 2 043.99 |
|
Die Courant Swartrand & Weskus |
R 4 879.00 |
|
Die Plattelander |
R 5 075.91 |
|
Die Pos |
R 3 357.60 |
|
Dizindaba |
R 28 118.28 |
|
Eastern Cape Today |
R 59 148.35 |
|
Eastern Free State Issue |
R 23 789.22 |
|
Ethekwini Times |
R 82 934.21 |
|
Excelsior News |
R 2 312.00 |
|
Free State News |
R 2 816.88 |
|
Free State Sun |
R 3 701.24 |
|
Hammarsdale Izindaba |
R 50 536.81 |
|
Highlands Panorama |
R 9 047.17 |
|
Highveld Tribune |
R 24 894.63 |
|
Highway Izindaba |
R 4 318.00 |
|
Innercity Gazzete |
R 79 414.45 |
|
Jeffreys Bay Courant |
R 4 806.75 |
|
Kathorus Mail |
R 9 347.11 |
|
Kathu Gazette |
R 15 357.46 |
|
Kokstad Advertiser |
R 10 582.50 |
|
Limpopo Combo |
R 53 580.00 |
|
Limpopo Mirror |
R 14 753.96 |
|
Madibeng Times |
R 6 443.85 |
|
Mangaung Issue |
R 30 955.13 |
|
Midlands News |
R 4 046.00 |
|
Mmega District News |
R 11 223.08 |
|
Newcastle Express |
R 9 460.50 |
|
North West Independent |
R 8 619.00 |
|
Northern Bulletin |
R 32 843.73 |
|
Northern Star |
R 4 590.00 |
|
Nw Independent |
R 14 468.72 |
|
Ons Kontrei |
R 3 790.15 |
|
Overvaal |
R 2 840.00 |
|
Phoenix Tabloid |
R 14 642.10 |
|
Pinetown Express |
R 8 032.50 |
|
Pintown Izindaba |
R 19 795.51 |
|
Polokwane Observer |
R 25 707.40 |
|
Pondo News |
R 23 275.60 |
|
Seipone |
R 17 161.19 |
|
Somerset Budget & Pearston Adv |
R 5 056.31 |
|
Soweto Times |
R 17 306.00 |
|
Stanger Weekly |
R 9 847.25 |
|
The Beat |
R 2 422.84 |
|
The Reporter |
R 3 315.34 |
|
Tshwane Sun Atteridgeville |
R 7 861.14 |
|
Tshwane Sun Mamelodi |
R 21 386.34 |
|
Tshwane Sun Soshanguve |
R 12 022.74 |
|
Umlazi Times |
R 30 158.00 |
|
Umvoti Lights |
R 8 833.20 |
|
Weekly Gazette |
R 24 816.60 |
|
Winelands Echo |
R 35 683.41 |
|
Witzenberg Herald |
R 6 009.50 |
|
Zithethele |
R 54 024.30 |
|
Zoutpansberger |
R 8 109.00 |
|
Kasilocator |
R 153 084.00 |
|
Public Eye |
R 18 487.46 |
|
Alex Pioneer |
R 48 651.21 |
|
Bushbuckridge News |
R 105 173.18 |
|
Cape Flats |
R 136 472.58 |
|
Cape Times |
R 30 072.81 |
|
Chalkline |
R 48 294.26 |
|
Coal City |
R 66 048.70 |
|
Cosmo Chronicle |
R 62 147.74 |
|
Delmas News |
R 38 199.00 |
|
Die Horison |
R 10 052.00 |
|
Dikekelethu |
R 43 585.20 |
|
Dizindaba |
R 116 123.56 |
|
Express |
R 15 128.26 |
|
Ezakwazulu |
R 55 451.10 |
|
Free State News |
R 161 753.98 |
|
Ganyesa |
R 36 475.81 |
|
Greater Alex Today |
R 45 348.72 |
|
Ikansi |
R 28 236.10 |
|
Ikwezi |
R 67 806.95 |
|
Impact 24/7 |
R 67 850.32 |
|
Inhloso Yezwe |
R 79 579.01 |
|
Innercity Gazzete |
R 13 701.32 |
|
Inthuthuko |
R 71 892.10 |
|
Isibani Somhakati |
R 44 455.28 |
|
Issue |
R 22 345.60 |
|
Khanyisa News |
R 123 442.60 |
|
Kuruman Chronicle |
R 65 419.46 |
|
Lentswe |
R 30 458.03 |
|
Mapepeza Comm Newspaper |
R 16 898.10 |
|
Mash News |
R 18 487.46 |
|
Masilonyana |
R 95 393.06 |
|
Metro |
R 54 355.46 |
|
Mhluzi Reflection |
R 26 133.68 |
|
Mmegadigang |
R 13 886.00 |
|
Ngoho |
R 87 221.34 |
|
Nkomazi Observer |
R 30 031.69 |
|
Northern Bulletin |
R 152 639.17 |
|
Northern Cape Times |
R 14 574.55 |
|
Northern Review |
R 14 855.24 |
|
Nthavela |
R 96 415.69 |
|
Pheteho |
R 49 891.59 |
|
Pioneer Express |
R 48 651.21 |
|
Pioneer Mirror |
R 48 651.21 |
|
Pioneer North |
R 48 651.21 |
|
Platinum Express |
R 37 067.98 |
|
Pondo News |
R 43 656.00 |
|
Public Eye |
R 17 563.09 |
|
Puisano |
R 20 334.28 |
|
Rainbow News |
R 110 190.77 |
|
Religious News |
R 15 471.42 |
|
Rise N Shine |
R 30 246.80 |
|
Sebatokgomo |
R 8 820.80 |
|
Seipone |
R 51 447.52 |
|
Shift |
R 15 471.42 |
|
Sosh Times |
R 40 612.20 |
|
Sportseye |
R 15 471.42 |
|
The Voice |
R 20 740.88 |
|
Thembisile |
R 24 721.28 |
|
Tsibani Somphakati |
R 17 709.22 |
|
Ubhaqa |
R 43 656.00 |
|
Ukholo |
R 43 656.00 |
|
Umamgobhozi |
R 45 174.90 |
|
Umaqeketha |
R 28 346.15 |
|
Umzinyathi |
R 27 476.87 |
|
Vutha News |
R 13 270.40 |
|
Winelands Echo |
R 78 250.81 |
|
Xhariep Independent |
R 35 455.18 |
|
Zithethele |
R 101 631.11 |
|
Ziwaphi News |
R 14 807.35 |
|
Bloemfontein Courant |
R 11 689.56 |
|
Bonus |
R 11 511.72 |
|
Brits Pos |
R 6 648.48 |
|
Capricorn Voice |
R 24 241.94 |
|
Chatsworth Rising Sun |
R 5 057.77 |
|
Express |
R 3 545.86 |
|
Eyethu Bay Watch |
R 4 595.66 |
|
Gemsbok |
R 5 372.13 |
|
George Herald |
R 4 584.18 |
|
Klerksdorp Rekord |
R 12 118.62 |
|
Lentswe |
R 6 366.04 |
|
Letaba Herald |
R 11 158.16 |
|
Lowvelder |
R 27 593.50 |
|
Mpumalanga Mirror |
R 59 211.64 |
|
Mpumalanga News |
R 19 481.45 |
|
Noordwester |
R 10 216.22 |
|
Parys Gazette |
R 6 843.00 |
|
Phalabora Herald |
R 4 303.04 |
|
Polokwane Express |
R 4 299.35 |
|
Randburg Herald |
R 4 555.44 |
|
Review Makhado |
R 1 183.59 |
|
Rustenburg Herald |
R 20 682.34 |
|
Southern Courier |
R 26 513.66 |
|
Stellander |
R 2 988.91 |
|
The Mail |
R 26 589.48 |
|
Weekend Revies |
R 3 623.82 |
|
Witbank News |
R 13 081.50 |
|
Zululand Observer |
R 13 707.00 |
|
|
|
|
|
R 5 397 774.61 |
|
|
|
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TABLE 3 |
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2014/2015 |
Adspend (R's) |
|
|
|
|
Agribulletin |
R 5 211.67 |
|
Aliwal Weekly |
R 10 343.11 |
|
Al-Qalam |
R 7 530.76 |
|
Bus Sedibeng News |
R 10 241.94 |
|
Chatsworth Tabloid |
R 24 854.85 |
|
Coastal Weekly |
R 22 472.62 |
|
Community Focus |
R 10 206.01 |
|
Courier |
R 8 822.16 |
|
De Aar Echo |
R 10 815.53 |
|
Die Courant Swartland & Weskus |
R 6 985.52 |
|
Dizindaba |
R 11 098.34 |
|
Durban North News |
R 27 004.48 |
|
Eastern Cape |
R 13 325.67 |
|
Eastern Cape Mirror |
R 4 923.89 |
|
Eastern Cape Today |
R 52 008.38 |
|
Eastern Free State Issue |
R 12 321.09 |
|
Ekurhuleni News |
R 6 143.07 |
|
Ethekwini Times |
R 40 779.40 |
|
Excelsior News |
R 11 267.53 |
|
Frankfort Herald |
R 7 770.41 |
|
Free State Sun |
R 17 740.41 |
|
Glenwood Weekly Gazette |
R 5 693.07 |
|
Greater Alex |
R 10 214.05 |
|
Hammarsdale Izindaba |
R 11 023.34 |
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Highlands Panorama |
R 6 069.82 |
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Highveld Tribune |
R 17 579.60 |
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Jeffreys Bay Courant |
R 4 918.64 |
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Katharorus Mail |
R 4 988.41 |
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Kathu Gazette |
R 19 221.54 |
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Kokstad Advertiser |
R 8 441.93 |
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Kwêvoël |
R 5 352.95 |
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Ladysmith Herald |
R 22 029.25 |
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Limpopo Mirror |
R 8 852.30 |
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Makhulu News |
R 11 715.79 |
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Mangaung Issue |
R 36 207.31 |
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Meander Chronicle |
R 7 604.71 |
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Midlands News |
R 4 989.81 |
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Mmega District News |
R 10 488.66 |
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Mountain Echo |
R 6 805.17 |
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Newcastle Express |
R 21 471.10 |
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North West Bulletin |
R 7 205.29 |
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North West Independent |
R 10 165.49 |
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Northern Star |
R 10 674.50 |
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Orange Farm Poortjie Indaba |
R 6 614.01 |
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Overvaal |
R 6 043.65 |
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Phoenix |
R 73 036.24 |
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Phoenix Tabloid |
R 24 525.20 |
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Pinetown Izindaba |
R 18 889.69 |
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Platinum Press |
R 4 344.99 |
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Polokwane Observer |
R 3 589.17 |
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Pondo News |
R 28 813.66 |
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Primary News |
R 6 209.35 |
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Recorder |
R 8 308.90 |
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Rekord |
R 8 869.26 |
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Seipone |
R 8 947.75 |
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Selpone |
R 8 491.50 |
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Somerset Budget & Pearston Adv. |
R 6 339.12 |
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South Coast News |
R 24 295.48 |
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Southern Star |
R 31 325.22 |
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Soweto Express |
R 7 172.32 |
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Stanger Weekly |
R 12 235.91 |
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The Bugle |
R 21 669.94 |
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The Herald Middelburg |
R 15 234.89 |
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The Reporter |
R 4 534.92 |
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Township Times |
R 13 289.06 |
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Tshwane Sun Hammanskraal |
R 22 604.83 |
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Umlati Times |
R 13 571.10 |
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Umlazi Times |
R 37 864.84 |
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Umvoti Light |
R 7 264.24 |
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Uphongola News |
R 6 189.82 |
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Victoria West Messenger |
R 3 564.97 |
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Weekly Gazette |
R 39 941.26 |
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Westville Weekly Gazette |
R 5 651.21 |
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Zeerust News |
R 10 705.34 |
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Free4All |
R 23 954.89 |
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Kasilocator |
R 80 655.00 |
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Boa Bokone |
R 13 452.00 |
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Bua Bokone |
R 27 713.40 |
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Bushbuckridge News |
R 74 711.64 |
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Cape Flats |
R 58 659.84 |
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Cape Flats News |
R 129 207.24 |
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Chalkline |
R 30 942.85 |
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Cosmo Chronicle |
R 134 825.76 |
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Dikelethu |
R 30 942.85 |
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Dizindaba |
R 132 660.13 |
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Ezakwazulu |
R 42 427.08 |
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Free State News |
R 164 990.07 |
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Free State Sun |
R 69 976.03 |
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Ganyaessa News |
R 15 476.88 |
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Ganyesa News |
R 24 471.24 |
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Hamanskraal News |
R 79 252.79 |
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Ikansi |
R 32 571.42 |
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Ikwezi |
R 76 083.30 |
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Ikwezi Lase Mthatha |
R 22 745.28 |
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Impact 24/7 |
R 36 304.43 |
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Inhkoso News |
R 11 861.02 |
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Inhloso Yezwe |
R 87 319.45 |
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Inthuthuko |
R 152 907.29 |
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Isibani Somphakathi |
R 49 767.84 |
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Issue |
R 10 886.32 |
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Khanyisa News |
R 292 356.99 |
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Kuruman Chronicle |
R 62 815.60 |
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Kuruman Cronicle |
R 15 563.28 |
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Kuruman News |
R 75 524.53 |
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Lenstwe |
R 14 838.53 |
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Limpopo News |
R 46 422.42 |
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Limpopo Youth Chamber |
R 39 900.00 |
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Luziki Adv Space |
R 41 268.00 |
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Maluti Observer |
R 39 429.18 |
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Mammgobhozi |
R 22 401.00 |
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Mapapeza |
R 11 931.24 |
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Mapepeza |
R 10 738.01 |
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Masilonyana |
R 215 193.19 |
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Masilonyana News |
R 91 722.09 |
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Metro News |
R 43 388.97 |
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Nel Mams Times |
R 82 338.10 |
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Ngobo |
R 15 830.04 |
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Ngoho |
R 133 506.18 |
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Nkomazi Observer |
R 163 614.25 |
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Northern Bulletin |
R 146 004.57 |
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Northern Cape Times |
R 12 169.50 |
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Nthavela |
R 121 527.51 |
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Phetoho |
R 11 334.68 |
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Platinum Kosh |
R 64 815.84 |
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Platinum Press |
R 164 145.96 |
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Platinum Weekly |
R 55 404.00 |
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Puisano |
R 21 122.95 |
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Rain World |
R 41 005.80 |
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Rainbow News |
R 121 231.48 |
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Rise 'N Shine |
R 211 903.34 |
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Seipone |
R 36 394.77 |
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Selpone |
R 17 287.52 |
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Shift |
R 30 942.85 |
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Sosh Time |
R 96 935.12 |
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Sosh Times |
R 23 269.68 |
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Township Times |
R 67 137.32 |
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Umamgobhozi |
R 77 246.86 |
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Umaqetheka |
R 22 581.02 |
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Umzinyathi |
R 113 516.91 |
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Winelands Echo |
R 16 791.95 |
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Xhariep Independent |
R 47 279.45 |
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Zithele |
R 24 634.09 |
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Zithethele |
R 45 833.99 |
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African Reporter |
R 9 064.00 |
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Alex News |
R 8 240.00 |
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Bosveld Review |
R 1 648.00 |
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Chiawelo Urban News |
R 10 300.00 |
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Chlawelo Urban News |
R 10 508.29 |
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Cxpress |
R 4 120.00 |
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Diepkloof Urban News |
R 12 360.00 |
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Dobsonville Urban News |
R 13 390.00 |
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Eldorado Park Urban News |
R 12 360.00 |
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Eyethu Amajuba |
R 6 180.00 |
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Eyethu Edendale |
R 18 540.00 |
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Eyethu Intshonalanga |
R 12 360.00 |
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Eyethu Ugu |
R 14 832.00 |
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Eyethu Umlazi |
R 12 360.00 |
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Eyethu Uthukela |
R 6 180.00 |
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George Herald |
R 14 042.73 |
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Go Express East London |
R 5 909.76 |
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Higvelder |
R 7 416.00 |
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Jabavu Urban News |
R 21 838.29 |
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Klerksdorp Record |
R 8 652.00 |
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Knysna Plett Herald |
R 1 771.60 |
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Krugersdorp News |
R 11 647.77 |
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Ladysmith Gazette |
R 2 575.00 |
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Mafikeng Mail |
R 8 310.60 |
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Meadowlands Urban News |
R 11 330.00 |
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Mid South Coast Rising Sun |
R 8 312.10 |
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Mossel Bay Advertiser |
R 3 811.00 |
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Mpumalanga News |
R 4 581.89 |
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Newcastle District Advertiser |
R 5 273.60 |
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Orlando Urban News |
R 22 868.29 |
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Outshoorn Courant |
R 1 236.00 |
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Pe Express Indaba |
R 20 088.00 |
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Pimville Urban News |
R 10 300.00 |
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Pretoria Record Central |
R 7 642.60 |
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Pretoria Record Mamelodi |
R 8 343.00 |
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Pretoria Record North |
R 12 992.24 |
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Pretoria Record Soweto |
R 11 948.00 |
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Protea Urban News |
R 20 808.29 |
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Public Eye |
R 12 360.00 |
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Randburg Sun |
R 18 401.52 |
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Rustenburg Herald |
R 45 199.37 |
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Sasolburg Ster |
R 6 180.00 |
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Sedibeng Star |
R 13 995.05 |
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Sedibeng Ster |
R 41 612.00 |
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South Cape Forum |
R 1 771.60 |
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Standerton Advertiser |
R 1 895.20 |
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Weekend Review |
R 4 326.00 |
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West Side Urban News |
R 6 592.00 |
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Zola Urban News |
R 12 360.00 |
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MR DONALD LIPHOKO
ACTING DIRECTOR-GENERAL
GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION SYSTEM
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
21 October 2015 - NW3477
Marais, Mr EJ to ask the Minister of Communications
Does the Department use the All Media Product Survey produced by the South African Audience Research Foundation to guide its planning in respect of (a) media and (b) advertising; if not, what do they use? (NW4138E) MINISTRY:COMMUNICATIONS REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 URL: http://www.gov.za NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 3477 of 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 September 2015 Mr E J Marais (DA) to ask the Minister of Communications Does the Department use the All Media Product Survey produced by the South African Audience Research Foundation to guide its planning in respect of (a) media and (b) advertising; if not, what do they use? (NW4138E) Reply: Minister of Communications The Government Communication and Information System uses the All Media Product Survey for (a) media planning and (b) advertising strategies. MR DONALD LIPHOKO ACTING DIRECTOR-GENERAL DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
Minister of Communications
The Government Communication and Information System uses the All Media Product Survey for (a) media planning and (b) advertising strategies.
MR DONALD LIPHOKO
ACTING DIRECTOR-GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
21 October 2015 - NW3362
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether, with reference to her reply to question 2855 on 26 August 2015, a reporter accompanied her on her trip to the Atlanta Lifestyle Hub Show and Sante FE Folk Art Festival in July 2015; if not, what is her position regarding a report in a certain online publication of 10 July 2015 (details furnished); if so, (a) what was the name of the reporter, (b) what organisation does the reporter represent, (c) what was the purpose of taking the reporter with her on the specified trip, (d) who paid for the reporter to accompany her, (e) what amount did it cost for the reporter to accompany her and (f) what amount did her department spend on (aa) flights, (bb) accommodation and (cc) other expenses in respect of the reporter?
Reply:
Minister was only accompanied by officials from the Ministry/Department of Communications.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
21 October 2015 - NW3470
Kopane, Ms SP to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What is her department doing to resolve the signal problem in Beauvallon, Northern Cape, where residents cannot pick-up a radio and/or television signal and (b) when will her department complete putting measures in place to ensure that the specified residents have access to a radio and/or television signal?
Reply:
The Department is still in the process of investigating the signal distribution challenges in Beauvallon. The report will be made available once completed.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
21 October 2015 - NW2510
Mhlongo, Mr TW to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) How many times has the National Communications Task Team met since the date of its inception up to the latest specified date for which information is available and (b) in each case, (i) what was the purpose of the meeting, (ii) who attended the meeting and (iii) what was the venue of each specified meeting?
Reply:
The National Communications Task Team (NCTT) presented a comprehensive report to the Minister which is being evaluated. All the details relating to the work of the NCTT are contained in the report and will be made available in due course.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
05 October 2015 - NW2952
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether, with reference to her reply to question 2037 on 22 December 2014, the SA Broadcasting Corporation has completed the review of its editorial policies; if not, (a) why not and (b) when is the review expected to be completed; if so, (i) on what date was the review completed, (ii) was there a public participation process, (iii) who was involved in the process and (iv) what were the outcomes of this process?
Reply:
(a) The SABC is in the process of concluding its editorial policy review, public reviews and participation were undertaken in the 2014/2015 financial year.
(b) Review completion date is 31 December 2015
(i) N/A
(ii) Yes across all provinces
(ii) SABC audiences and stakeholders
(iv) All feedback is currently being integrated into the policy
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
05 October 2015 - NW2072
Madisha, Mr WM to ask the Minister of Communications:
Whether SA Broadcasting Corporation undertook any investigations during the period 1 January 2010 to 31 May 2015 into its administration to bring to light (a) corruption (b) futile and fruitless expenditure (c) abuse of power (d) cover up of irregularities and the violation of the constitution of RSA to serve the best interest of the public; if not (i) why not in each case and (ii) what steps does she intend to take in this regard; if so, what are the (aa) relevant details and (bb)outcomes of such investigation in each year. MINISTRY:COMMUNICATIONS REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 URL: http://www.gov.za NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2072 OF 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 29 MAY 2015 Mr W Madisha (Cope) to asked Minister of Communications: Whether SA Broadcasting Corporation undertook any investigations during the period 1 January 2010 to 31 May 2015 into its administration to bring to light (a) corruption (b) futile and fruitless expenditure (c) abuse of power (d) cover up of irregularities and the violation of the constitution of RSA to serve the best interest of the public; if not (i) why not in each case and (ii) what steps does she intend to take in this regard; if so, what are the (aa) relevant details and (bb)outcomes of such investigation in each year. REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS SABC undertook investigations against Ms Gugu Duda former CFO Ms Nompilo Dlamini Manager: Supply chain N/A N/A N/A This was resolved MR N MUNZHELELE [ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
SABC undertook investigations against
(a) Ms Gugu Duda former CFO
(b) Ms Nompilo Dlamini Manager: Supply chain
(c) N/A
(d) N/A
(i) N/A
(ii) This was resolved
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
05 October 2015 - NW3082
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) How does (i) her department and (ii) entities reporting to her define red tape and (b) what (i) specific interventions and/or (ii) systems have been implemented to (aa) identify and (bb) reduce red tape in (aaa) her department and (bbb) the entities reporting to her? NW3623E MINISTRY:COMMUNICATIONS REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 URL: http://www.gov.za NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 3082 OF 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 21 AUGUST 2015 Ms V van Dyk (DA) to ask Minister of Communications (a) How does (i) her department and (ii) entities reporting to her define red tape and (b) what (i) specific interventions and/or (ii) systems have been implemented to (aa) identify and (bb) reduce red tape in (aaa) her department and (bbb) the entities reporting to her? NW3623E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS Government recognises the need to review its policy and regulatory environment that continue to hinder the development, growth and competitiveness of small businesses. Government has requested all spheres to institutionalise the guidelines aimed at reducing red tape at local government level. To date, the Red Tape Reduction guidelines workshops have been conducted for 102 municipalities across the country in partnership with the Provincial Departments of Economic Development as well as District and Local municipalities, Department of Trade and Industry and Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs. MR N MUNZHELELE [ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
Government recognises the need to review its policy and regulatory environment that continue to hinder the development, growth and competitiveness of small businesses. Government has requested all spheres to institutionalise the guidelines aimed at reducing red tape at local government level. To date, the Red Tape Reduction guidelines workshops have been conducted for 102 municipalities across the country in partnership with the Provincial Departments of Economic Development as well as District and Local municipalities, Department of Trade and Industry and Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
22 September 2015 - NW3266
Ndlozi, Dr MQ to ask the Minister of Communications
1) What (a) total amount did her department spend on air travel between Gauteng and Cape Town for employees attending Parliament business in the 2014-15 financial year and (b) is the total number of trips that were undertaken; (2) What is the total amount that her department spent on (a) accommodation and (b) car rental in Cape Town for employees attending Parliament business in the specified financial year?
Reply:
1. (a) R 723 000.00
(b) 120 Trips
2. (a) R 92 000.00
(b) R 44 000.00
END
22 September 2015 - NW2511
Rabotapi, Mr MW to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What amounts did the Tshwane TV receive from the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality (a) in the form of sponsorships and (b)(i) for advertising and (ii) any other specified service it provided to the specified metropolitan municipality in the 2013-14 financial year?
Reply:
REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
The Department has no knowledge of support received by Tshwane TV from the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality.
END
18 September 2015 - NW2305
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister at Communications:
Has the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) paid any money towards the legal fees of a certain person (name furnished) during the period 31 January 20 1 5 up to the latest specified date for which information is available; if so, (a) what amount has the SABC paid towards the specified person s legal fees, (b) to which law firms has the money been paid, (c) which cases was the money used for, (d) who authorized the expenditure and (e) which (i) policy, (ii) legislation or (iii) any other relevant documentation was used to justify such expenditures NW2666E
Reply:
King III and the introduction of The Companies Act in 2008 has rendered Directors' and Officers’ Liability Insurance crucial for all companies regardless of size or incorporation. The SABC a s such an insurance cover and all legal fees for Ms Ellen Tshabalala were submitted to the Insurers for payment
(a)SABC has not paid any amounts towards the legal files
(b) Not Applicable
© Not Applicable
(d) Not Applicable
(e) Not Applicable
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE: 24/07/15
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
18 September 2015 - NW2306
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
Has the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) paid any money towards the legal fees of a certain person (name furnished) from 4 October 2013 up to the latest specified date for which information is available; if so (a) what amount has the SABC paid towards the specified person s legal fees, (b) to which law firms has the money been paid, (c) which cases was the money used for, (d) who authorized the expenditure and (e) which (i) policy, (ii) legislation and/or (i ) any other relevant documentation was used to justify such expenditure?
Reply:
King III and the introduction of The Companies Act in 2008 has rendered Directors’ and Officers’ Liability Insurance crucial for all companies regardless of size or incorporation. The SABC as such took such an insurance cover and all legal fees for Hlaudi Motsoeneng were submitted to the Insurers for payment.
(a)SABC has not paid any amount towards the legal fees
(b) Not Applicable
(c) Not Applicable
(d) Not Applicable
(e) Not Applicable
Parliamentary question 2306 of 2015
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE: 24/07/15
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
16 September 2015 - NW2954
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her reply to question 453 on 27 November 2014, (a) when is the envisaged start and end date for the Information for Empowerment Dialogues, (b) which (i) stakeholders and (ii) towns and cities will be visited,(c) how many officials will participate and (d) what is the budgeted costs for the specified dialogues?
Reply:
The Department could not source the funding for the Information and Empowerment Dialogues and these have been postponed indefinitely.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
16 September 2015 - NW2439
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
What amount did (a) her department and (b) each entity reporting to her spend on advertising in (i) Sowetan and (ii) Daily Sun in the (aa) 2012-13, (bb) 2013-14 and (cc) 2014-15 financial years? NW2805E MINISTRY:COMMUNICATIONS REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 URL: http://www.gov.za NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2439 OF 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 26 JUNE 2015 Ms M R Shinn (DA) to ask Minister of Communications What amount did (a) her department and (b) each entity reporting to her spend on advertising in (i) Sowetan and (ii) Daily Sun in the (aa) 2012-13, (bb) 2013-14 and (cc) 2014-15 financial years? NW2805E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS GCIS advertises on various platfroms based on the objectives of the campaign and the target audience of the message. The department spent the below amounts on the two publications: (i)(aa) No records of the detailed expenditure per publication are available during 2012/13 as media buying procurement was outsourced to a service provider that is now no longer trading. (i)(bb) R181 798.66 (i)(cc) R483 821.86 (ii)(aa) No records of the detailed expenditure per publication are available during 2012/13 as media buying procurement was outsourced to a service provider that is now no longer trading. (ii)(bb) R205 476.79 (ii)(cc) R221 310.20 MR D LIPHOKO [ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL GCIS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
(a) GCIS advertises on various platfroms based on the objectives of the campaign and the target audience of the message. The department spent the below amounts on the two publications:
(i)(aa) No records of the detailed expenditure per publication are available during 2012/13 as media buying procurement was outsourced to a service provider that is now no longer trading.
(i)(bb) R181 798.66
(i)(cc) R483 821.86
(ii)(aa) No records of the detailed expenditure per publication are available during 2012/13 as media buying procurement was outsourced to a service provider that is now no longer trading.
(ii)(bb) R205 476.79
(ii)(cc) R221 310.20
MR D LIPHOKO
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
GCIS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
16 September 2015 - NW2263
Van Damme, Ms PT to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether (a) her department and (b) any entities reporting to her has paid out the remainder of any employee's contract before the contractually stipulated date of termination of the contract since the 2008-09 financial year up to the latest specified date for which information is available; if so, (i) what amount has (aa) her department and (bb) entities reporting to her spent on each such payout, (ii) to whom were these payouts made and (iii) what were the reasons for the early termination of the contracts in each specified case?
Reply:
(a) DEPARTMENT
No
(b) ENTITIES
Brand South Africa
2008-09
- R2 284 000
- Ms Yvonne Johnston
- Her contract was terminated by the Presidency.
Film and Publication Board (FPB)
The FPB did not pay out any employee contracts prior to the stipulated date of termination.
Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA)
In 2014/15, ICASA had paid out four (4) Councillors for their extended 45 working days, subsequent to their contractually stipulated end of office dates, as stipulated by section 7 (4) of the ICASA Act.
- (bb) ICASA has spent a collective once-off payout of R 437, 346.47 to the four Councillors.
- These payouts were made to the following Councillors:
|
Councillor’s Name |
Pay-out |
|
Councillor William Currie |
R 102, 357.69 |
|
Councillor Joseph Lebooa |
R 102, 357.69 |
|
Councillor Ntombizodwa Ndhlovu |
R 116, 315.55 |
|
Councillor William Stucke |
R 116, 315.55 |
- The contractual term of office for each Councillor had lapsed.
Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA)
The MDDA employees have always been appointed on permanent contracts, except for the Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Executive Officer. Both the former Chief Executive Officer (Mr Lumko Mtimde) and the former Chief Financial Officer (Mr Mshiyeni Gungqisa) served their contractual terms accordingly.
South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
|
Title |
Full Names |
Surname |
Amount |
Comments |
|
Mr |
Qabang Michael Solly Moeketsi |
Mokoetle |
R 3 800 000.00 |
12 month pay-out - Agreed separation |
|
Adv |
Daluxolo Christopher |
Mpofu |
R 6 700 000.00 |
Agreed separation, Additional payments - R4.4 m restraint of trade (funded by DoC), R2.1 m legal fees |
|
Mrs |
Lulama Patricia |
Mokhobo |
R 4 200 000.00 |
12 month pay-out - Agreed separation, Additional payment of R1.4 m restraint of trade |
|
Mrs |
Clarah Phumelele |
Nzimande |
R 2 600 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - separation agreement |
|
Mr |
Thabo Phillip |
Molefe |
R 4 900 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - settlement agreement |
|
Mrs |
Thabang Charlotte Christine |
Mampane |
R 4 300 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - separation agreement |
|
Ms |
Mantshebo Thelma |
Melk |
R 3 000 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - separation agreement |
|
Ms |
Zaiboonisha |
Jones |
R 1 700 000.00 |
6 month pay-out, including commission - separation agreement |
|
Mr |
Christopher Warren |
David |
R 800 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - separation agreement |
|
Mr |
Rapitse Peter |
Montsho |
R 1 200 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - separation agreement |
|
Ms |
Khulekelwe Glynnis |
Mbonambi |
R 623 000.00 |
6 month pay-out, CCMA Settlement agreement |
|
Ms |
Jacqueline Moepeng |
Motsepe |
R 882 000.00 |
Pay-out of remainder of contract - settlement agreement |
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
16 September 2015 - NW2955
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) With reference to her reply to question 232 on 25 February 2015, has her department commissioned the services of an independent service provider; if not, why not; if so, (a) who has been commissioned, (b) what amount is the specified independent service provider charging her department for the services, (c) has the specified independent service provider completed its work and (d) what was the outcome of the specified independent service provider’s work; (2) Have any (a) charges or (b) disciplinary measures been instituted as a result of the services of the specified independent service provider; if not, why not; if so, (i) against whom have the specified measures been instituted and (ii) at what level of employment are the persons against whom the specified measures are being taken? NW3459E
Reply:
As per the response to question 232 on 25 February 2015, the SABC did commission a service provider to determine the accuracy of the above quoted amounts as a consequence of the AGSA qualifying the disclosure. The estimated costs for phase I is R4 million. The service provider is yet to finalise its work and the Department is unable to provide further information at this stage.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
07 September 2015 - NW2857
Majola, Mr TR to ask the Minister of Communications:
Whether, in view of an article published in a certain newspaper (name and details furnished) that a certain person (name and details furnished) acts as a consultant to her department and in view of her reply to question 2507 on 22 July 2015, in which she stated that her department did not spend money on consultants from the date of her appointment until 22 June 2015, the specified person is contracted as a consultant to her department; if so, (a) on what date was the specified person appointed, (b) what amount has her department paid to the specified person and (c) in what capacity does the specified person act as a consultant to her department? NW3330E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS The response to question 2507 remains. The Department did not spend money on consultants. MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING] DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
The response to question 2507 remains. The Department did not spend money on consultants.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
07 September 2015 - NW2860
Majola, Mr TR to ask the Minister of Communications:
)What is her position with regard to her alleged response on a letter from a certain person (name and details furnished); (2)Did the alleged cordial relationship between the President, Mr Jacob G Zuma, and a certain person (name furnished) determined how she dealt with allegations of misconduct against the specified person? NW3333E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS Minister does not respond to hearsay. MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING] DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE
Reply:
Minister does not respond to hearsay.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
02 September 2015 - NW2858
Majola, Mr F to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her reply to question 2503 on 29 July 2015, in which she stated that a total amount of R167 872, 72 was spent by her department on international flights whilst in Annexure 1 no reference is made to any international flights, (a) how many international flights has she undertaken since her appointment up to 3 August 2015 and (b) in each case, what (i) were the destinations, (ii) airlines were used and (iii) class did she fly?
Reply:
(a) Minister had undertaken 6 international trips since Minister’s appointment until 3 August 2015.
(b)
(i) London, Gaborone, Swaziland, Mozambique, USA and China
(ii) South African Airways
(iii) 2 economy and 4 business class flights
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2878
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) How many easy-to-use toolkits produced and published by the Media Diversity and Development Agency in specific skills areas like marketing and advertising have been distributed to community radio stations and (b) in each case, (i) to which community radio stations where they distributed and (ii) on what date? NW3351E MINISTRY: COMMUNICATIONSREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 Tshedimosetso House,1035 Francis Baard Street, Tshedimosetso House, Pretoria, 1000 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2878 of 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 07 AUGUST 2015 MS V VAN DYK (DA) TO ASK THE MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS: (a) How many easy-to-use toolkits produced and published by the Media Diversity and Development Agency in specific skills areas like marketing and advertising have been distributed to community radio stations and (b) in each case, (i) to which community radio stations where they distributed and (ii) on what date?NW3351E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS MDDA developed and distributed 1500 toolkits for Media Advertising and Marketing for both radio and another 1500 for print. In addition the MDDA has also produced an “easy to use” Corporate Governance Toolkit Participants at the workshops were all provided the toolkits: Toolkits Workshops Area Beneficiaries Period Marketing and Advertising Mpumalanga Provincial Workshop 6 Community Radio Stations and 7 Publishers August 2011 Northern Cape Provincial Workshop 5 Community Radio Stations and 1 Publisher August 2011 Gauteng Provincial Workshop 20 Community Radio Stations, 1 Community TV and 3 Publishers August 2011 KwaZulu Natal Provincial Workshop 14 Community Radio Stations, 1 Community TV and 10 Publishers August 2011 Corporate Governance National Workshop 37 Publishers and 11 Community Radio Stations. May 2012 National Workshop 10 community Radio Stations, 3 Community TV and 6 Publishers. February 2013 Starting Your School Newspaper Provincial Annual Media Literacy Workshops 100 Learners per annum Annually since 2012 Limpopo, Free State, Northern Cape, KwaZulu Natal and Western Cape These toolkits are subsequently distributed in all workshops and Learning Forum where MDDA beneficiaries participate. MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL ACTING DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE
Reply:
(a) MDDA developed and distributed 1500 toolkits for Media Advertising and Marketing for both radio and another 1500 for print. In addition the MDDA has also produced an “easy to use” Corporate Governance Toolkit
(b) Participants at the workshops were all provided the toolkits:
|
Toolkits Workshops |
Area |
Beneficiaries |
Period |
|
Marketing and Advertising |
Mpumalanga Provincial Workshop |
6 Community Radio Stations and 7 Publishers |
August 2011 |
|
Northern Cape Provincial Workshop |
5 Community Radio Stations and 1 Publisher |
August 2011 |
|
|
Gauteng Provincial Workshop |
20 Community Radio Stations, 1 Community TV and 3 Publishers |
August 2011 |
|
|
KwaZulu Natal Provincial Workshop |
14 Community Radio Stations, 1 Community TV and 10 Publishers |
August 2011 |
|
|
Corporate Governance |
National Workshop |
37 Publishers and 11 Community Radio Stations. |
May 2012 |
|
National Workshop |
10 community Radio Stations, 3 Community TV and 6 Publishers. |
February 2013 |
|
|
Starting Your School Newspaper |
Provincial Annual Media Literacy Workshops |
100 Learners per annum |
Annually since 2012 Limpopo, Free State, Northern Cape, KwaZulu Natal and Western Cape |
These toolkits are subsequently distributed in all workshops and Learning Forum where MDDA beneficiaries participate.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL ACTING
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2714
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether (a) she, (b) her Deputy Minister and (c) any officials in her department travelled to China in the 2014-15 financial year; if so, what was the (i) purpose of each specified visit and (ii)(aa) total cost and (bb) breakdown of such costs of each specified visit?
Reply:
The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China has extended an invitation to Minister Muthambi F to attend the Ministerial Workshop on Development and Management of Radio and TV Media for Developing Countries trip will take place on 20 – 31 July 2015.
The South African delegation was represented by:
1. Chief of Staff.
2. Outcome facilitator.
3. Assistant director in the office of the DG.
4. DTT project Head.
5. Chief Director Broadcasting Policy.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR SUPPORT STAFF
|
Item |
People |
Exchange rate |
Days |
Cost |
|
Accommodation: Changsha, China |
3 |
|
11 |
R46 200.00 |
|
Ground Transport |
3 |
11 |
R 11 000.00 |
|
|
Ticket, service fees and insurance(To and From and internal Flights) |
5 |
R130 710.00 |
||
|
Daily Allowance |
5 (note) |
11 |
R63 864.80 |
|
|
Total |
R 251 774.80 |
Note
The accommodation and ground transport in respect of the Head of the DTT Project and the CD: Broadcasting Policy were sponsored by the Government of China. The DoC was only responsible for paying the daily allowance for the period.
There are no financial implications for the Minister due to the fact that the above expenses were catered by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China as the sponsor.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR MINISTER
|
Item |
People |
Exchange rate |
Days |
Cost |
|
Accommodation: |
1 |
11 |
R0.00 |
|
|
Ground Transport |
1 |
11 |
R0.00 |
|
|
VIP Services at airport |
1 |
11 |
R0.00 |
|
|
Ticket, service fees and insurance |
1 |
R0.00 |
||
|
Ticket, service fees and insurance |
1 |
R12 807.44 |
||
|
Total |
R12 807.44 |
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL ACTING
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2855
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
What was the purpose of her attendance at the annual Lifestyle Show Hub in Atlanta, Georgia, USA on 8 July 2015, (b) who attended the event with her and (c) what amount was spent by her department on (i) flights and (ii) accommodation for (aa) her and (bb) those who attended the show with her?
Reply:
(a)The Deputy Minister of Small Business Development has extended an invitation to Minister Muthambi F to attend both the Atlanta Lifestyle Hub Show and the Santa FE Folk Art Market events with other role-players to represent the country in these important gatherings.
(b)South African delegation:
1. The Minister
2. Chief of Staff
3. Protector
4. Assistant Director in the office of the DG
(C)FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR SUPPORT STAFF
|
Item |
People |
Exchange rate |
Days |
Cost |
|
Accommodation: Atlanta Santa FE |
3 |
$275 $ 289 |
9 |
R10 226.46 R10 747.08 |
|
Ground Transport Atlanta Santa FE |
3 |
$85 $100 |
9 |
R 6 321.78 R 9 916.56 |
|
Ticket, service fees and insurance |
3 |
9 |
R349 823.16 |
|
|
Travel and Subsistence Daily Allowance |
3 |
$106.40 |
9 |
R30 226.59 |
|
Total |
R417 261.63 |
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS FOR MINISTER
|
Item |
People |
Exchange rate |
Days |
Cost |
|
Accommodation: Atlanta Santa FE |
1 |
$515 $580 |
9 |
R6 383.79 R7 183.30 |
|
Ground Transport Atlanta Santa FE |
1 |
$170 $195 |
9 |
R12 643.62 R19 337.28 |
|
VIP Services at airport |
1 |
$100 |
9 |
R 2 479.14 |
|
Ticket, service fees and insurance |
1 |
R116 607.72 |
||
|
Travel and Subsistence Daily Allowance |
1 |
106.40 |
9 |
R11 619.70 |
|
Total |
R176 254.55 |
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL ACTING
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2954
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her reply to question 453 on 27 November 2014, (a) when is the envisaged start and end date for the Information for Empowerment Dialogues, (b) which (i) stakeholders and (ii) towns and cities will be visited,(c) how many officials will participate and (d) what is the budgeted costs for the specified dialogues? NW3458E MINISTRY: COMMUNICATIONSREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 Tshedimosetso House,1035 Francis Baard Street, Tshedimosetso House, Pretoria, 1000 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2954 of 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 14 AUGUST 2015 MR G R DAVIS (DA) TO ASK THE MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS: With reference to her reply to question 453 on 27 November 2014, (a) when is the envisaged start and end date for the Information for Empowerment Dialogues, (b) which (i) stakeholders and (ii) towns and cities will be visited,(c) how many officials will participate and (d) what is the budgeted costs for the specified dialogues? NW3458E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS The Minister of Communications received the report from the National Communication Task Team (NCTT). The report is being evaluated. All matters relating to the NCTT will be appropriately responded to once the Minister concludes with the evaluation of the report and expresses her opinion on how the process will be carried forward. MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING] DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
The Minister of Communications received the report from the National Communication Task Team (NCTT). The report is being evaluated. All matters relating to the NCTT will be appropriately responded to once the Minister concludes with the evaluation of the report and expresses her opinion on how the process will be carried forward.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
26 August 2015 - NW2879
Tarabella - Marchesi, Ms NI to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) Which community radio station currently funded by the Media Diversity and Development Agency (MDDA) are in financial distress and (b) what assistance has the MDDA given community radio stations that are in financial distress? NW3352E MINISTRY: COMMUNICATIONSREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 Tshedimosetso House,1035 Francis Baard Street, Tshedimosetso House, Pretoria, 1000 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2879 of 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 07 AUGUST 2015 MS N I TARABELLA MARCHESI (DA) TO ASK THE MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS: (a) Which community radio station currently funded by the Media Diversity and Development Agency (MDDA) are in financial distress and (b) what assistance has the MDDA given community radio stations that are in financial distress?NW3352E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS Community radio stations in ‘financial distress’ are defined as stations that have requested and been funded by the MDDA on more than one occasion upon completion of the original grant. These are the stations that request for more funds towards strengthening on areas that are still lacking. For instance, a station might request funds for salaries, transmission costs, Outside Broadcast Equipment and Back-Up Power Supply (Generator or Solar Power). The stations that have been funded more than once are as follows: Inanda FM Emalahleni FM Vukani FM Bush Radio Inkonjane Community Radio Voice of Tembisa Aganang Community Radio Sekhukhune Community Radio ICORA Radio Khwezi Maputaland Community Radio Moletjie Community Radio Greater Tzaneen Kanyamazane Community Radio Star FM N FM Radio Riverside Radio Namakwaland Radio Zibonele A majority of these Community Radio Stations are in communities whose socio economic standards directly affect self-sustainability of the projects post the grant period. They solely rely on advertising revenue which is invested back into operational costs. All stations face a challenge of delayed payment for services rendered particularly from government and this has an adverse impact on their income and cash flow. The MDDA has provided financial support for salaries, infrastructure refurbishment, transmission costs, Outside Broadcast Equipment, Back-Up Power Supply (Generator or Solar Power). The MDDA also lobbies national, provincial and local government to support community radio stations through advertising. The MDDA is further working closely with the GCIS media buying unit in order to ensure investment to the sector. MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING] DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE
Reply:
Community radio stations in ‘financial distress’ are defined as stations that have requested and been funded by the MDDA on more than one occasion upon completion of the original grant. These are the stations that request for more funds towards strengthening on areas that are still lacking. For instance, a station might request funds for salaries, transmission costs, Outside Broadcast Equipment and Back-Up Power Supply (Generator or Solar Power).
The stations that have been funded more than once are as follows:
- Inanda FM
- Emalahleni FM
- Vukani FM
- Bush Radio
- Inkonjane Community Radio
- Voice of Tembisa
- Aganang Community Radio
- Sekhukhune Community Radio
- ICORA
- Radio Khwezi
- Maputaland Community Radio
- Moletjie Community Radio
- Greater Tzaneen
- Kanyamazane Community Radio
- Star FM
- N FM
- Radio Riverside
- Radio Namakwaland
- Radio Zibonele
A majority of these Community Radio Stations are in communities whose socio economic standards directly affect self-sustainability of the projects post the grant period. They solely rely on advertising revenue which is invested back into operational costs. All stations face a challenge of delayed payment for services rendered particularly from government and this has an adverse impact on their income and cash flow.
(b) The MDDA has provided financial support for salaries, infrastructure refurbishment, transmission costs, Outside Broadcast Equipment, Back-Up Power Supply (Generator or Solar Power). The MDDA also lobbies national, provincial and local government to support community radio stations through advertising. The MDDA is further working closely with the GCIS media buying unit in order to ensure investment to the sector.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2877
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) How regular does the Media Diversity and Development Agency (MDDA) monitor community radio stations that it has funded, (b) which stations are being monitored by the MDDA and (c) in each case, (i) on what dates and (ii) in what manner have the stations been monitored in the (aa) 2012-13, (bb) 2013-14 and (cc) 2014-15 financial years? NW3350E MINISTRY: COMMUNICATIONSREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 Tshedimosetso House,1035 Francis Baard Street, Tshedimosetso House, Pretoria, 1000 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2877 of 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 07 AUGUST 2015 MS V VAN DYK (DA) TO ASK THE MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS (a) How regular does the Media Diversity and Development Agency (MDDA) monitor community radio stations that it has funded, (b) which stations are being monitored by the MDDA and (c) in each case, (i) on what dates and (ii) in what manner have the stations been monitored in the (aa) 2012-13, (bb) 2013-14 and (cc) 2014-15 financial years? NW3350E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS The MDDA has a grant funding cycle that that runs from 12 to 18 months. Projects are monitored twice during the project funding cycle. Funding is allocated in four tranches and each tranche is released after satisfactory reporting and compliance with the Grant in Aid Agreement and monitoring. Due to cost saving, site visits are conducted once during the life cycle of projects. Project report on quarterly basis, this is another form of close monitoring. All Radio Stations are monitored on the following: i. Attainment of intended project objectives as of inception ii. Governance and institutional stability iii. Financial Management iv. Financial Sustainability and revenue generation v. Community Participation vi. Partnerships vii. Compliance and non-compliance with the Grant in Aid Agreement i. MDDA conducts monitoring on all the funded community radio stations. The dates for monitoring are determined based on the status quo of the projects, funds disbursed and the reporting cycle of each project. Due to cost saving, site visits are conducted once during the life cycle of a project (Average project lifecycle would normally be 14 months). Oversight monitoring is conducted if there is delayed reporting. ii. In the previous three financial years the projects have been monitored through: Desktop monitoring Site visits monitoring and evaluation Project reporting Annual evaluation using different methodologies such as formative, summative and clarificative where required Board Members undertake Provincial site visit on a random basis MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING] DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE
Reply:
(a) The MDDA has a grant funding cycle that that runs from 12 to 18 months. Projects are monitored twice during the project funding cycle. Funding is allocated in four tranches and each tranche is released after satisfactory reporting and compliance with the Grant in Aid Agreement and monitoring. Due to cost saving, site visits are conducted once during the life cycle of projects. Project report on quarterly basis, this is another form of close monitoring.
(b) All Radio Stations are monitored on the following:
i. Attainment of intended project objectives as of inception
ii. Governance and institutional stability
iii. Financial Management
iv. Financial Sustainability and revenue generation
v. Community Participation
vi. Partnerships
vii. Compliance and non-compliance with the Grant in Aid Agreement
(c) i. MDDA conducts monitoring on all the funded community radio stations. The dates for monitoring are determined based on the status quo of the projects, funds disbursed and the reporting cycle of each project. Due to cost saving, site visits are conducted once during the life cycle of a project (Average project lifecycle would normally be 14 months). Oversight monitoring is conducted if there is delayed reporting.
ii. In the previous three financial years the projects have been monitored through:
- Desktop monitoring
- Site visits monitoring and evaluation
- Project reporting
- Annual evaluation using different methodologies such as formative, summative and clarificative where required
- Board Members undertake Provincial site visit on a random basis
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2876
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
(a) How many community radio stations have been funded by the Media Development and Diversity Agency since 2004, (b) how many of these community radio stations are still operational, (c) which stations are not operational, (d) what are the reasons for their inability to operate, (e) how much (i) funding, (ii) equipment and (iii) training was provided to the community radio stations that are no longer operational and (f) what happens to the equipment once the station is no longer operational? NW3349E MINISTRY: COMMUNICATIONSREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001, Tel: +27 12 473 0164 Fax: +27 12 473 0585 Tshedimosetso House,1035 Francis Baard Street, Tshedimosetso House, Pretoria, 1000 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NUMBER: 2876 of 2015 DATE OF PUBLICATION: 07 August 2015 MS V VAN DYK (DA) TO ASK THE MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS (a) How many community radio stations have been funded by the Media Development and Diversity Agency since 2004, (b) how many of these community radio stations are still operational, (c) which stations are not operational, (d) what are the reasons for their inability to operate, (e) how much (i) funding, (ii) equipment and (iii) training was provided to the community radio stations that are no longer operational and (f) what happens to the equipment once the station is no longer operational?NW3349E REPLY: MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS The MDDA has funded 103 Community Radio Stations since 2004 in 57 district municipalities in South Africa. Of the 103 community radio stations currently on the MDDA’s disbursement profile, ninety nine (99) are fully operational. Four (4) out of 103 three stations currently on MDDA’s disbursement profile are not operational. They are as follows: i Franchoek FM (Western Cape – Cape Wine Lands District Municipality) ii Motsitle Community Radio (North West – Bojanala District Municipality) iii Qwa Qwa FM (Free State – Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality) iv Blouberg Community Radio (Limpopo Province – Capricorn District Municipality) During the grant funding cycle, MDDA pays for the insurance of broadcast equipment. Once the grant funding agreement expires, stations are supposed to continue with the insurance. (i) Cumulatively grants totalling R 280 million have been awarded since 2004 to date. (ii) 55 community radio stations have received digital broadcast infrastructure to the value of R47, 236,885.00 (iii) Not applicable. Currently all radio stations are operational, however in terms of the Grant in Aid Agreement and the NPO Act/ including the constitutions of the entities MDDA funds there is a clause that provides for such equipment to be transferred to a project of similar objectives. MR NN MUNZHELELE DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING] DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE: MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP) MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS DATE:
Reply:
(a) The MDDA has funded 103 Community Radio Stations since 2004 in 57 district municipalities in South Africa.
(b) Of the 103 community radio stations currently on the MDDA’s disbursement profile, ninety nine (99) are fully operational.
(c) Four (4) out of 103 three stations currently on MDDA’s disbursement profile are not operational.
They are as follows:
i Franchoek FM (Western Cape – Cape Wine Lands District Municipality)
ii Motsitle Community Radio (North West – Bojanala District Municipality)
iii Qwa Qwa FM (Free State – Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality)
iv Blouberg Community Radio (Limpopo Province – Capricorn District Municipality)
(d) During the grant funding cycle, MDDA pays for the insurance of broadcast equipment. Once the grant funding agreement expires, stations are supposed to continue with the insurance.
(e) (i) Cumulatively grants totalling R 280 million have been awarded since 2004 to date.
(ii) 55 community radio stations have received digital broadcast infrastructure to the value of R47, 236,885.00
(iii) Not applicable.
(f) Currently all radio stations are operational, however in terms of the Grant in Aid Agreement and the NPO Act/ including the constitutions of the entities MDDA funds there is a clause that provides for such equipment to be transferred to a project of similar objectives.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
26 August 2015 - NW2856
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
Did her department set up an SABC Task Team; if so, (a) who did the task team comprise, (b) what is the mandate of the task team, (c) on what date was the task team set up, (d) what amount did her department spend on the specified task team and (e) what were the findings of the task team?
Reply:
The department did not set up a SABC Task Team.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2811
Shinn, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her reply to question 1348 on 23 June 2015, (a) what are the names of (i) representatives of the (aa) companies, (bb) industry groups and (cc) consultants and (ii) any ministerial advisors involved in the revision of the Broadcast Digital Migration policy approved by Cabinet in March 2015, (b) what were the (i) dates and (ii) locations where meetings were held by the specified persons to discuss and revise the specified policy and (c) were minutes of the meetings taken?
Reply:
(a) (i), (ii), (aa), (bb), (cc), (dd).
The Department of Communications did not commission any consultants or external third parties to undertake the task of revising and drafting the Policy amendments that were submitted in February 2015 and finally adopted by Cabinet on the 4th of March 2015. The task was undertaken by the internal Policy Unit personnel of the DoC and the DTT PMO under the supervision of the Acting Director-General and the leadership of the Minister.
(b) (i), (ii) and (c)
The only point at which external parties were engaged in the formulation of the policy amendments was to solicit the inputs from the consultation session that was held with industry and various stakeholders in the broadcasting sector. This mainly occurred at a workshop called by the Minister to revive the Broadcasting Digital Migration (BDM) Policy and to assist the DTT PMO team to finalise the Policy amendments and attended by several representatives of companies and industry groups from the electronic manufacturing sector. The details are as follows:
Date : Thursday 06 November 2014
Venue : Auditorium, Ground Floor, Tshedimosetso House, 1035 Francis Baard, Hatfield, Pretoria
Time : 09H00
Attendance register is attached.
Numerous working sessions were held to process the inputs between the period November 2014 and February 2015. The final output of these working sessions was a draft Policy amendments submitted in February 2015 and approved by Cabinet on the 4th of March 2015.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
26 August 2015 - NW2745
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) Has her department ordered an investigation into the refusal of senior managers of the Government Communications Information Service (GCIS) to co-operate with the National Communications Task Team (NCTT) (details furnished); if so, what are the (a) terms of reference of the investigation and (b) time frames when the investigation is to be completed; (2) (a) how many workshops were held between the NCTT and GCIS, (b) on what dates were these workshops held, (c) where were the workshops held and (d) what were the outcomes of these workshops? NW3177E
Reply:
The Minister of Communications received the report from the National Communication Task Team (NCTT). The report is currently being evaluated. All matters relating to the NCTT will be responded to once the Minister concludes with the evaluation and expresses her opinion on how the process will be carried forward.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
17 August 2015 - NW2141
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) Did the (i) Tshwane TV, (ii) Soweto TV, (iii) Cape Town Community TV and (iv) Bay Community TV hold at least two meetings annually with their respective communities on (aa) programming and (bb) programme-related matters for the selection and provision of programmes in the (aaa) 2011-12, (bbb) 2012-13, (ccc) 2013-14 and (ddd) 2014-15 financial years and (b) did each specified television station furnish the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa with proof of such meetings as well as the attendance thereof by members of the community in each case?
Reply:
(a) (i) Tshwane TV
No. Tshwane TV has been having compliance challenges with regards to community participation since the 2012/13 financial year. The problem started after the Licensee’s first Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2011 which then resulted in two controlling structures that were elected in two different AGM’s. The Authority tried to assist the Licensee to convene a properly constituted AGM that would elect a recognized controlling structure in accordance with the Licensee’s founding documents.
The mediation process was abandoned after one of the parties took the matter to Court and a default judgement was then awarded. The Authority is currently assisting Tshwane TV to put structures in place in order to comply with all aspects of their service license pertaining to community participation.
(ii) Soweto TV
Yes. Soweto TV held two annual meetings during the four financial years in question.
(iii) Cape Town Community TV
Cape Town TV reported that they have held two annual meetings for the four financial years in questions. However, ICASA is still awaiting the necessary documentation to confirm this.
(iv) Bay Community TV
Yes Bay Community TV held two annual meetings during the four financial years in question.
(aa) Programming
(bb) Programme related matters
Tshwane TV
See response to the first question.
Soweto TV
Yes, Soweto TV addressed programming and programme related matters at the two annual meetings during the four financial years in question.
Cape Town Community TV
Cape Town TV reported that they have held two annual meeting for the financial years in questions. However, ICASA is still awaiting the necessary documentation to confirm this.
Bay Community TV
Yes, Bay Community TV addressed programming and programme related matters at the two annual meetings during the four financial years in question.
(b)
Tshwane TV
See response to the first question.
Soweto TV
Yes, Soweto TV has provided ICASA with proof of their two annual meetings as well as attendance registers signed by community members.
Cape Town Community TV
Cape Town TV has not yet furnished the Authority with copies of the minutes of the minutes held with the community members.
Bay Community TV
Yes, Bay Community TV has provided ICASA with proof of their two annual meetings as well as the attendance registers signed by members of the community for those meetings for the four financial years in question.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
17 August 2015 - NW2617
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What was the purpose of the recent trip undertaken by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Media Diversity and Development Agency to the United States of America, (b) how much was spent by her department on the (i) flights and (ii) accommodation for the trip, (c) which airlines were used for the trip and (d) in which hotels did the CEO stay?
Reply:
(a) To attend the 76th World News Media Congress – 22nd World Editors Forum – 25th World Advertising Forum. The objective of the conference was bring together the industry and to discuss issues affecting the industry.
(b)(i) Flights – R56 334.72
(ii) Accommodation – R38 925.02
(c) Airline – SAA and JetBlue airways
(d) Washington Hilton Hotel
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
17 August 2015 - NW2616
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
With regard to her reply to question 1336 on 23 June 2015, (a) why is the position of Chief Operations Officer (COO) being reviewed, (b) why has the board not appointed a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and (c) in each case, what amount has the acting (i) CEO, (ii) CFO, (iii) COO and (iv) Programme Director earned in respect of each month since their appointment to the specified posts?
Reply:
(a) The rationale to review the position of the COO was based on the fact that the MDDA is a small organisation with a staff compliment of 34. After due consideration, the Board resolved that streamlining the organisational structure would result in a much more efficient and effective organisational performance.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
05 August 2015 - NW2746
Davis, Mr GR to ask the Minister of Communications
With reference to her comments that the Government is slashing its advertising budget to mainstream newspapers (details furnished), (a) what is her department’s definition of mainstream newspapers and (b) what official publications does her department consider to be mainstream newspapers?
Reply:
(a) Mainstream newspapers are defined as the dominant or established newspapers in the South African media landscape. This reference is widely understood and used in the collaborative publication Media Landscape 2014, Celebrating 20 Years of South Africa’s Media.
(b) Therefore the mainstream newspapers referred to are commercial newspapers that fall under the following stables: Times Media Group; Caxton, Independent News and Media SA, and Media24.
MR D LIPHOKO
ACTING DIRECTOR-GENERAL
GCIS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
04 August 2015 - NW800
Kwankwa, Mr NL to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) With reference to the funeral of the late multi-award winning traditional music presenter (name furnished) of uMhlobo Wenene FM under the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), what (a) procedure and (b) criteria is used by (i) her department and (ii) SABC to decide which funerals to broadcast live and/or cover widely;
Reply:
It is the prerogative of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on State Funerals, together with the Presidency, to declare the status of funerals, whether they are national or provincial.
The SABC is then obliged to follow the broadcast coverage, as prescribed in the regulations pertaining to official funerals.
Irrespective of the individual (or public appeal or popularity), the broadcast parameters are clearly stipulated in the regulations.
Whether a funeral is covered “live” or not, is not at the discretion of the SABC, but what is dictated in the regulations.
In the case in question, the deceased was neither honoured with a State or Provincial funeral status.
The SABC did however cover the announcement of his death widely on all our platforms. Television and radio carried extensive obituaries. All the memorial services were covered in all the news bulletins as was the actual funeral.
MR N MUNZHELELE
[ACTING] DIRECTOR GENERAL
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI, MP
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE: