Questions and Replies
25 April 2016 - NW805
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What was the purpose of the trip to China from 23 to 27 July 2015 (b) what are the (i) names and (ii) positions of the persons who accompanied her and (c) what was the (i) total cost and (ii) breakdown of the costs of the specified trip?
Reply:
The Honourable Member is duly advised to refer to the attached Parliamentary Question 2714.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1146
Alberts, Mr ADW to ask the Minister of Transport
Whether any sections of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act, Act 46 of 1998, have been officially suspended; if not, (a) why only certain aspects of the Act are currently being implemented, (b) why the demerit system is not currently being applied and (c) why the Act is being applied only in the particular geographic areas of Johannesburg and Pretoria; if so, (i) which sections and (ii) in terms of whith edition of the Government Gazette they have been so proclaimed?
Reply:
The original Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act, Act 46 of 1998 was published in Government Gazette 19257 of 11 September 1998 where-after it was amended as follows:
- Act No. 22 of 1999, published in Government Gazette 19972 of 28 April 1999;
- Act No. 24 of 2000, published in Government Gazette 21428 of 02 August 2000; and
- Act No. 72 of 2002, published in Government Gazette 24577 of 20 February 2003.
There were no further amendment to the Act after the 2006 amendments. Refer to the attached document.
(a) When the AARTO pilot commenced in 2008 only certain sections of the Act were implemented to ensure that there is no discrimination between traffic offenders in the AARTO area and the remainder of the country.
(b) The allocation of demerit points to infringers in the AARTO area; as well the prescribed process following the accumulation of the maximum number of points resulting in the suspension and cancellation of documents, were regarded as being of a discriminatory nature and therefore not implemented.
(c) Recognising the complicated nature of AARTO in terms of its involvement of a multiplicity of role-players and the need to ensure seamless integration with various existing systems and procedures, the launch of the AARTO on a pilot phase in the jurisdictional areas of Tshwane and Johannesburg was aimed at testing the functionality of the full system, including the development of the National Contravention Register (NCR) on the National Traffic Information System (eNaTIS), and a great variety of forms, processes and procedures. During the pilot the roles and responsibilities of the various key stakeholders was also identified in providing an efficient and effective system. The implementation of the pilot also allowed for impact assessments to be conducted on all systems, identify any weaknesses and allow for the necessary enhancements to be made.
(i) The sections of the Act that are applicable in the geographic areas of Johannesburg and Pretoria are the following : 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, and 35; and
(ii) In terms of Government Gazette No. 31198 of 1 July 2008 the above sections of the Act came into operation in the area of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality on 1 July 2008 and in terms of Government Gazette No. 31197 of 1 July 2008 the above sections came into operation in the area of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality on 1 November 2008.
25 April 2016 - NW1029
Majola, Mr F to ask the Minister of Transport
(1)(a) When will the maintenance plans for the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa’s (PRASA) Afro 4000 DC locomotives running on 25 KV lines be submitted to the Rail Safety Regulator (RSR) and (b) what are the reasons for the delay in submitting the specified plans to the RSR; (2) (a) why have maintenance contracts for PRASA’s Afro 4000 DC locomotives running on 25 KV lines not been submitted to the RSR yet and (b) when will the specified contracts be submitted to the RSR?
Reply:
1. (a) I am informed that the maintenance plans for the Afro 4000 were submitted to RSR and also explained in the form of a presentation to the RSR. The plans were submitted in October 2015 as part of the required compliance documentation.
(b) See above.
2. (a)It is further reported that the maintenance contracts have not been concluded as this process is awaiting the outcome of the current legal process.
(b)The finalisation of the maintenance contract for the Afro 4000 will depend on the outcome of the Legal Process.
25 April 2016 - NW1022
Marais, Mr S to ask the Minister in the Presidency
(A) Whether Denel Asia has applied for a Conventional Arms Permit as envisaged in the Act, before its incorporation as a Juristic Entity to the National Conventional Arms Control Committee (i) if Denel Asia has indeed applied for such a permit, why would such a permit be considered. This is because the processing of such application as it is deemed to be an irregularity, (a) what is the NCACC going to do about this matter, granted that if they had indeed applied that would be an irregularity (ii) (a) when did the NCACC know about this matter (b) when did the Chairperson of the NCACC inform the Joint Standing Committee on Defence about this matter
Reply:
According to the records of the NCACC, Denel Asia has not applied for a Permit to the NCACC.
25 April 2016 - NW888
Matlhoko, Mr AM to ask the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
(1) Has he earned any additional income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, since his appointment as Minister; if so, (a) when, (b) how much did he earn, (c) from which businesses and (d) for what work; (2) whether his (a) spouse, (b) children and (c) close family earned income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, through his appointment as Minister; if so, in respect of each case, (i) when, (ii) how much did each earn, (iii) from which businesses and (iv) for what work?
Reply:
- (2) (a)(b)
Minister has no additional business earning income from Government neither does his Spouse, children nor is he aware of any close family member/s.
25 April 2016 - NW1034
Redelinghuys, Mr MH to ask the Minister of Transport
Whether there are any plans to extend the network of A Re Yeng, the Tshwane Bus Rapid Transit system, to (a) Atteridgeville, (b) Ga-Rankuwa, (c) Mamelodi, (d) Soshanguve, (e) Mabopane, (f) Winterveldt and/or (g) Temba; if not, why not in each case; if so, in each case, what are the (i) relevant details, (ii) current timeframes and (iii) anticipated date for (aa) infrastructure development and (bb) roll out of services to each of the specified areas?
Reply:
BACKGROUND
In 2011, the City of Tshwane (CoT) Mayoral Committee approved the Phase 1 report for the implementation of the BRT system. The Phase 1 network design comprises two trunk line services and numerous feeder services supplemented by a comprehensive NMT network. The trunk line service is divided into two (2) sections namely:
- Line 1 – Pretoria CBD to Kopanong and
- Line 2 – Pretoria CBD to Mahube Valley.
The trunk network is comprised of approximately 69 km (refer to ) of median dedicated trunk infrastructure and low floor median trunk stations. The BRT network integrates with the rail network at five key railway stations, these being Kopanong, Wonderboom, Pretoria Station, Hatfield as well as Denneboom. This provides for multimodal service integration to the North as well as the East of Pretoria CBD.
Furthermore, in February 2016 the CoT Mayoral Committee approved Line 3 evaluation report study which contains the BRT alignment between Pretoria CBD and Atteridgeville. The route alignment is 14.6km in length and integrates with the rail network at Saulsville rail station. shows A Re Yeng alignments.
The details below are based on Division of Revenue Act’s Public Transport Network Grant allocation. see the link: http://www.pmg.org.za/files/RNW1034-DivisionofRevenueAct.docx
Figure 1: A Re Yeng Alignment
Intermodal Facilities
Six public transport intermodal facilities are planned along the BRT network. This will allow for the affected operators (i.e. minibus taxi associations and bus operators) to transfer passenger to A Re Yeng services. The CoT is on the process of entering into agreement with affected operators to provide the feeder service between the suburbs/township and intermodal facilities.
The public transport intermodal facilities are earmarked at the following nodes:
- Kopanong,
- Wonderboom,
- Akasia,
- Saulsville,
- Pretoria Station,
- Menlyn, and
- Denneboom.
Current A Re Yeng Operations
A Re Yeng inception phase (Line 2A) which operates between Pretoria CBD and Hatfield became operational in December 2014. The construction of A Re Yeng trunk route between Pretoria CBD and Wonderboom / Rainbow Junction (Line 1A) is underway and it is anticipated to become operational in 2016. The Rainbow Junction interim minibus taxi facility is also under construction. The purpose of these facilities is to enable seamless transfer of passengers between minibus taxi operators and A Re Yeng.
Three affected minibus taxi associations were selected to transfer passengers at (Wonderboom Station) Rainbow Junction. The affected minibus taxi associations are:
- Hammanskraal Taxi Organisation (HATO);
- Ga-Mokone, Hammanskraal, Stinkwater Taxi Association (GHSTA); and
- Stinkwater Eersterust Taxi Association (SETA).
Permanent Rainbow Junction intermodal facility is planned to become operational in 2018 and additional affected operators will be required to transfer passengers at this facility.
RESPONSE
a) (i),(ii) Atteridgeville
A Re Yeng services to Atteridgeville are planned to become operational in 2020. Affected operators will transfer passengers at Saulsville intermodal facility and A Re Yeng stations along the route.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
b) (i),(ii) Ga-Rankuwa
Affected operators will provide the feeder services between Ga-Rankuwa and Akasia intermodal
facility. A Re Yeng services to Akasia are planned to become operational in 2019.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
c) (i),(ii) Mamelodi
A Re Yeng services to Mamelodi (Denneboom Intermodal Facility) are planned to become operational in 2020. Affected operators will provide feeder services between Mamelodi township and Denneboom Intermodal Facility.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
d) (i),(ii) Soshanguve
A Re Yeng services to Soshanguve (Kopanong Intermodal Facility) are planned to become operational in 2020. Affected operators will transfer passengers at A Re Yeng stations and at the following three intermodal facilities:
- Kopanong,
- Akasia, and
- Rainbow Junction.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
e) (i),(ii) Mabopane
A Re Yeng services to Soshanguve (Kopanong Intermodal Facility) are planned to become operational in 2020. Affected operators from Mabopane will transfer passengers at A Re Yeng stations and three intermodal facilities at:
- Kopanong,
- Akasia, and
- Rainbow Junction.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
f) (i),(ii) Winterveldt
A Re Yeng services to Soshanguve (Kopanong Intermodal Facility) are planned become operational in 2020. Affected operators from Winterveldt will transfer passengers at A Re Yeng stations and at the following three intermodal facilities:
- Kopanong,
- Akasia, and
- Rainbow Junction.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
g) (i),(ii) Temba/Hammanskraal
A Re Yeng services to Rainbow Junction/ Wonderboom (Line 1A) are planned to become operational in 2016. Affected operators from Hammanskraal (i.e. HATO) will transfer passengers at Rainbow Junction interim minibus taxi transfer facility.
(iii) (aa) (bb) Refer to Figure 1 for more details.
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25 April 2016 - NW988
Hunsinger, Mr CH to ask the Minister of Transport
(1)Whether the R335 million paid by the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) to a certain company (name furnished) for technological improvements was paid for technological improvements on all locomotives; if not, was the specified amount only paid for technological improvements on locomotives received to date; (2) why were the extra technological improvements not included in the original tender awarded to the specified company; (3) whether the additional technological improvements were sent to the Rail and Safety Regulator (RSR); if not, why not; if so, (a) what was the opinion of the RSR in this regard and (b) was the opinion of the RSR taken into account before the additional technological improvements were approved; (4) whether, with regard to the tender awarded to the specified company for the construction and supply of locomotives to PRASA, the RSR had insights into the tender specification before being finalised and published for bidding; if not, why not; if so, (a) at what stage was the RSR involved in the decision process regarding the purchase of the Afro 4000 locomotives and (b) what are the further relevant details in this regard?
Reply:
- The need for technological improvements to the Afro 4000 locomotives are subject to a High Court application under case number: 2015/422196.
- See response in 1 above.
- PRASA did not follow due process in respect of the AFRO 4000 project. Therefore, the RSR was not privy to information and decisions that were taken regarding additional technological improvements.
- The RSR was not involved nor had insight into the tender specification before it was finalised and published by PRASA.
(a) The RSR had no input in respect of the entire acquisition process and was not involved in the decision process regarding the acquisition of the Afro 4000.
(b) Forensic investigators have been appointed by the Board of Control of PRASA to conduct a detailed investigation. This discovery is set out in the High Court application referred to in (1).
25 April 2016 - NW1116
De Freitas, Mr MS to ask the Minister of Transport
What are the reasons for inviting tenders for the appointment of a panel of expert researchers on road safety engineering and road safety engineering related services to the Road Traffic Management Corporation for the period of three years (2) how does this differ from any other forums established for the same purpose; (3) what are the (a) terms of reference and (b) the commencement date of this panel?
Reply:
(1) The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is mandated in terms of the RTMC Act, 20 of 1999, section 2(i) to stimulate research in road traffic related matters. Further, section 28(1)(f) of the RTMC Act requires the Shareholders Committee of the RTMC to consider the need for research and technical investigations relating to road traffic regulations, and take steps for research and investigations to be conducted. As a result various research topics need to be undertaken and aligned to the South African context for such to be applicable to the unique circumstances of South Africa. New topics based on problem statements are also identified and researched.
The RTMC identified the need for the establishment of a panel of experts in the field of research and related services which will focus on road safety aspects of South Africa. This envisaged panel of research expects will ensure that participation is widened as the Corporation will have a wider pool of expertise from which to commission research.
(2) These would be service providers to be called upon to from time to time to conduct research on specified topics. A forum such as the Road Safety Advisory Council has regular meetings, provides strategic advise and may even identify areas that required research.
(3)(a) The Terms of Reference are attached.
(3)(b) The advertised expression of interest will close on 05 May 2016. Treasury regulations and guidelines on bid process will be followed in the evaluation and adjudicating of the responses from various bidders as outlined in the Terms of Reference.
25 April 2016 - NW1043
Lotriet, Prof A to ask the Minister of Communications
(a) What amount has been paid to the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) in the (i) 2014-15 and (ii) 2015-16 financial years in the form of (aa) loans and (bb) requested financial assistance, (b) what were the reasons given for requests for financial assistance and (c) what amount has the SABC paid back to the Government in each specified financial year?
Reply:
(a) No money was paid to the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) in the (i) 2014-15 and (ii) 2015-16 financial years in the form of (aa) loans and (bb) requested financial assistance.
(b) N/A
(c) N/A
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1120
Majola, Mr F to ask the Minister of Transport
With reference to her reply to question 402 on 8 March 2016, what (a) is the deadline for the finalisation of the determination of the damages suffered by the plaintiff and (b) at what stage is Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa in this regard?
Reply:
(a) The plaintiff’s claim has not been finalised as yet because PRASA still awaits the plaintiff to prove of damages to PRASA. Proving of damages is done by way of medical expert assessments, and PRASA is informed that this is underway and will be filed with PRASA and the Courts once completed. The process will culminate in a trial date and ultimately the matter will be settled.
(b) PRASA awaits the completion of the medical assessments and the filing of the matter for settlement in court.
25 April 2016 - NW1078
Mokause, Ms MO to ask the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
(1) Was he in Dubai at any time in December 2015; if so, (a) when and (b) what was the purpose of his visit; (2) Whether he held any meetings while in Dubai; if so, (a) what was the purpose of the specified meetings and (b) was any of the specified meetings with the President, Mr Jacob G Zuma?
Reply:
(1) (2)
Minister can confirm that he was in Dubai during the month of December 2015. This was a private trip and no meetings were held where President Jacob Zuma or any member of the Gupta family was present.
25 April 2016 - NW946
Steenkamp, Ms J to ask the Minister of Science and Technology
Has (a) she and/or (b) her Deputy Minister ever (i) met with the any(aa) member, (bb) employee and and/or (cc) close associate of the Gupta family and/or (ii) attended any meeting with the specifies persons (aa) at the Gupta's Saxonworld Estate in Johannesburg or (bb) anywhere else since taking office; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, in each specified case (aaa) what are the names of the persons who were present at each meeting, (bbb) (aaaa) when and (bbbb) where did each such meeting take place and (ccc) what was the purpose of each specified meeting?"
Reply:
(a) and (b) No
(i) (aa) No
(bb) No
(cc) No
(ii) (aa) No
(bb) No
(aaa) Not applicable.
(bbb) (aaaa) Not applicable.
(bbbb) Not applicable.
(ccc) Not applicable.
25 April 2016 - NW1068
Mbhele, Mr ZN to ask the Minister of Police
Whether he and/or the SA Police Service consulted the Office of the Speaker of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament regarding the selection of a certain person (name furnished) as a representative of the provincial legislature at the official launch of the Office of the Judge of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation on 15 March 2016; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
The Minister of Police Mr Nkosinathi Nhleko and or the South African Police Services did not consult the Office of the Speaker of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament regarding the selection of speakers or guests invited to the launch of the Office of the DPCI Judge on 15 March 2016. All Invited speakers and guests were directly sourced and invited by the responsible entity, Office of the Directorate of Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) Judge to attend and speak at the Launch.
25 April 2016 - NW882
Alberts, Mr ADW to ask the Minister of Transport
(1) With reference to her answer to question 733 on 4 April 2016, why the Road Traffic Infringement Agency has not paid its account at the SA Post Office; (2) (a) what is the total outstanding amount payable and (b) when the account will be paid?
Reply:
- The SA Post office has not been paid by the Road Traffic Infringement Agency due a dispute between the Road Traffic Infringement Agency and SA Post office regarding proof of services rendered. SA Post office and Road Traffic Infringement Agency have been in discussions regarding the matter.
- (a) The total outstanding amount is R32 408 981.98
(b) The outstanding amount will be paid in 2 tranches. The 50% will be paid in April and the remaining 50% will be paid once the 2 parties have come to an agreement about the settlement amount.
25 April 2016 - NW1069
Mhlongo, Mr TW to ask the Minister of Police
How many (a) cases of vehicle accidents have been (i) reported and/or (ii) recorded against members of the VIP Protection Services resultant from speeding (aa) in the (aaa) 2009-10, (bbb) 2010-11, (ccc) 2011-12, (ddd) 2012-13, (eee) 2013-14 and (fff) 2014-15 and (ggg) 2015-16 financial years and (bb) since 1 April 2016 up to the latest specified date for which information is available, (b) of the specified cases have resulted in a sanction and/or penalty against service members in each of the specified financial years and period (c) sanctions and/or penalties in each category were issued in each of the specified financial years and period?
Reply:
Full details will folow soon as this numbers are still in the process of verification.
25 April 2016 - NW1063
Gqada, Ms T to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) Whether the two community print media (names furnished) projects that received funding from the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) in the 2014-15 financial year operated from existing offices and/or home-based offices in the years before they received funding; if not, what amount of funding was included in operational costs for office rental in each case; if so, what are the relevant details; (2)(a) how many copies does each of the specified projects print in each month, (b) what amount does each magazine and/or newspaper cost per issue and (c) how many magazines and/or newspapers has each project sold (i) since they started up in the 2012-13 financial year and (ii) since they started to receive funding from the MDDA in the 2014-15 financial year; (3) what is the detailed breakdown of the funding that each of the specified projects received from the MDDA in the 2014-15 financial year?
Reply:
(1) Ledig Sun was operating from an office that was donated or sponsored by Wesizwe Platinum as part of the mine’s Corporate Social Investment Programme.
Mamre was operating from home; however they were using the local library for the organisation’s meetings.
(2) (a) Ledig Sun prints 10 000 copies per month. Mamre prints 5 000 copies per month.
(b) Ledig Sun is distributed free of charge at a printing cost of R10, 669. 36. Mamre is distributed free of charge at a printing cost of R 7, 369. 50.
(c) (i) The two publications (Ledig Sun and Mamre) are distributed free of charge in the community and surrounding areas. They are not sold.
(ii) The two publications (Ledig Sun and Mamre) are distributed free of charge in the community and surrounding areas. They are not sold.
Funding breakdown for Ledig Sun
Ledig Sun: Approved Budget |
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Item |
Details |
Qty |
Unit cost |
Total |
Salaries |
Editor |
12 |
R 5,000.00 |
R 60,000.00 |
Sales & Marketing Manager |
12 |
R 4,000.00 |
R 48,000.00 |
|
Journalist and Photographer |
12 |
R 3,000.00 |
R 36,000.00 |
|
Journalist |
12 |
R 3,000.00 |
R 36,000.00 |
|
Administrator & Bookkeeper |
12 |
R 2,500.00 |
R 30,000.00 |
|
Sub-Total |
R 210,000.00 |
|||
Office equipments |
Laptop for Editing |
1 |
R 7, 000. 00 |
R 7, 000. 00 |
Desktop computer |
2 |
R 14,000.00 |
R 14,000.00 |
|
Cameras |
2 |
R 2, 999. 00 |
R 5,998.00 |
|
Printing Machine |
1 |
R 700. 00 |
R 700. 00 |
|
Sub-Total |
R 27, 698.00 |
|||
Printing & Distribution |
Printing of 8 page newspaper @ 10 000 copies |
12 |
R 10, 669. 36 |
R128, 032. 32 |
Stipend for 2 distribution team members @R300.00 per person |
12 |
R 600.00 |
R 7,200.00 |
|
Sub-Total |
R 135,232.32 |
|||
Operational Costs |
Telephone and internet |
12 |
R 1,000,00 |
R 12,000.00 |
Office rental |
12 |
R 1, 500.00 |
R 18,000.00 |
|
Stationery |
12 |
R 300.00 |
R 3,600.00 |
|
Bank charges |
12 |
R 300.00 |
R 3, 600. 00 |
|
Audit fee |
1 |
R 10,000.00 |
R10, 000.00 |
|
Sub-Total |
R 47,200.00 |
|||
Newspaper Development & Information Technology |
Layout and design of a newspaper |
12 |
R 2, 500. 00 |
R 30, 000. 00 |
Website design |
1 |
R 5, 000. 00 |
R 5, 000. 00 |
|
Hosting |
12 |
R 1, 000.00 |
R 12, 000. 00 |
|
Maintenance |
12 |
R 1,000.00 |
R12, 000. 00 |
|
R 59, 000. 00 |
||||
Grand Total |
R 479,130.32 |
Funding breakdown for Mamre
Mamre News’ Approved Budget |
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Item |
Description |
Qty |
Unit Price |
Total |
Personnel Costs |
Editor |
12 |
R 5,000.00 |
R 60,000.00 |
Finance and Administration Manager |
12 |
R 3,000.00 |
R 36,000.00 |
|
Marketing and Sales Manager |
12 |
R 3,000.00 |
R 36,000.00 |
|
X2 Journalist |
12 |
R 3,000.00 |
R 72,000.00 |
|
Sub Total |
R 204,000.00 |
|||
Capital Expenses |
Laptop for Editorial work |
1 |
R 6,650.00 |
R 6,650.00 |
Desktop |
1 |
R 4,000.00 |
R 4,000.00 |
|
Cameras |
2 |
R 2,999.00 |
R 5,998.00 |
|
4 in 1 printing machine |
1 |
R 699.00 |
R 699.00 |
|
Indesign (software for layout and design of the newspaper) |
1 |
R 5,000.00 |
R 5,000.00 |
|
Sub Total |
R 22,347.00 |
|||
Printing and Distribution Costs |
8 page @ 5 000 copies |
12 |
R 7,369.50 |
R 88,434.00 |
Distribution costs of the newspaper |
12 |
R 500.00 |
R 6,000.00 |
|
Sub Total |
R 94,434.00 |
|||
Operational Costs |
Telkom line and broadband |
12 |
R 1,000.00 |
R 12,000.00 |
Stationery |
12 |
R 300.00 |
R 3,600.00 |
|
Office rental & electricity |
12 |
R 1,500.00 |
R 18,000.00 |
|
Audit fees |
1 |
R 10,000.00 |
R 10,000.00 |
|
Transport |
12 |
R 500.00 |
R 6,000.00 |
|
Insurance |
12 |
R 500.00 |
R 6,000.00 |
|
Bank charges |
12 |
R 250.00 |
R 3,000.00 |
|
Sub-Total |
R 58,600.00 |
|||
Newspaper Development & Training |
Layout and design of a newspaper |
12 |
R 2,500.00 |
R 30,000.00 |
Training in Sales and Marketing |
2 |
R 20,000.00 |
R 40,000.00 |
|
Training in Writing and Editing |
1 |
R 20,000.00 |
R 20,000.00 |
|
Website design and domain name |
1 |
R 5,000.00 |
R 5,000.00 |
|
Website Hosting |
12 |
R 1,000.00 |
R 12,000.00 |
|
Website Maintenance |
12intananceDomain nology |
R 1,000.00 |
R 12,000.00 |
|
Sub Total |
R 119,000.00 |
|||
Grand Total |
R 498,381.00 |
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW785
De Freitas, Mr MS to ask the Minister of Transport
Whether, with reference to her reply to question 164 on 29 February 2016, any investigations have been launched to ascertain why the specified payments to the SA Post Office (SAPO) did not take place; if not, why not; if so, (a) what were the outcomes of such investigation(s), (b) who was responsible for the non-payment of the SAPO account, (c) how was the specified person(s) censured and (d) what mechanisms have been put in place to prevent a repetition of such an event in the future?
Reply:
No investigation was oredered on the non-payment, due to the fact that the Department was disputing the validity of the contract.
(a) Falls away;
(b) Since the invoice were issued and directed to TASIMA they were responsible for the payment of the Post Office services;
(c) Falls away;
(d) It was agreed that the invoices for those service will be billed for the Department’s account, wherein the Department will henceforth settle all the Post Office’s invoice relating to the eNaTis.
25 April 2016 - NW985
Mackenzie, Mr C to ask the Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services
Which schools in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality were connected to the internet by (a) his department and/or (b) any entities reporting to him in (i) 2014, (ii) 2015 and (iii) 2016; (2) in each case, what are the relevant details of the connectivity solutions provided by his department in terms of (a) hardware, (b) software, (c) training, (d) cost and (e) service providers?
Reply:
1. (a)-(b)(i -iii)
I have been informed by the Department and Entities as follows:
Schools Connectivity in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
USAASA |
BBI |
Sentech |
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(1.b.(i) |
2014 |
Phefeni High School (Soweto) |
Mphethi Mahlatse Secondary School in Orange Farm |
Zandspruit Primary School |
(1.b.(ii) |
2015 |
None |
None |
None |
(1.b.(iii) |
2016 |
None |
None |
|
2(a) |
Hardware |
40 Tablets, 120GB of data |
V SAT Internet IBurst WI-Fi @ 10Mbs uncapped for 24 months |
Fully equipped computer Lab that includes 20 desktop computers |
2(b) |
Software |
Android Software |
None |
Microsoft office |
(2c) |
Training |
Training on usage of Labs |
None |
None |
(2d) |
Cost |
R257 600.00 |
Wi-Fi= R48 016.80 Hardware Installation = R5 016.00 |
cost of establishing the Lab was R268 264.00 |
(2e) |
Service Providers |
B-Wired Telecoms |
IBurst |
Moagi Technologies |
25 April 2016 - NW443
Carter, Ms D to ask the Minister of Water and Sanitation
(1)Whether her department was ready to initiate an adequate number of desalination plants, using the latest proven and most cost-effective technology, especially in areas which long term forecasts have indicated will experience water shortage in the foreseeable future; if not, why not; if so, (a) when, (b) where and (c) with or without partners; (2) Whether her department will acknowledge Operation Hydrate in an appropriate manner and develop close working relationship with the specified group to ensure clean drinking water for all?
Reply:
1. My Department encourages measures to extend the available water resources in South Africa which include the utilization of ground water, re-use of water, rainwater harvesting and desalination of sea water. A sea water desalination plant is essentially a water purification plant and the norm is for water purification plants to be developed and owned by Water Boards and Water Services Providers (municipalities). In the conciliation strategies developed for the coastal towns, sea water desalination is an important option being considered for implementation by Water Boards and Municipalities, depending on the particular institutional situation in the area Currently the Durban area is investigating the desalination as an option and there will be a decision made soon on whether to implement a medium sized sea water desalination plant to the south of the city, or to develop conventional water storage close by is expected soon.
Experience shows that sea water desalination is becoming more and more economically competitive when compared with other available water resource options and with the comparative advantage of coastal cities having an abundance of sea water available close by, we can expect see medium to large sea water desalination plants being implemented there in future. We can also expect to see small sea water desalination plants, making use of less expensive beach well raw water abstraction (as compared with expensive ocean abstraction for larger sea water desalination plants) becoming viable in certain local applications.
(2) I have noted and acknowledged the humanitarian support that the civil society is playing in distributing drinking water to needy communities across the country. In this regard the effort by Operation Hydrate, Gift of the Givers, Nelson Mandela Foundation and Proudly South Africa, among others, are greatly appreciated. These organizations are most encouraged to work with my Department in continuously monitoring and identifying communities that have been hit the most by the drought, and therefore who can benefit the most from this gesture.
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25 April 2016 - NW1075
Selfe, Mr J to ask the Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services
(1) (a) How many computers did the State Information Technology Agency SOC Ltd (Sita) purchase for use by state departments for every year during the period 10 May 1994 up to the latest specified date for which information is available, (b) what amount did the specified purchases cost in each of the specified years, (c) what was the average cost of each computer bought in each of the specified years and (d) who were the five top suppliers of the purchased computers in each of the specified years; (2) Whether Sita, in line with its mandate to achieve cost savings through scale, increase delivery capabilities and enhanced interoperability of the State’s information technology (IT) resources, has set a maximum amount for the purchase of any IT resource; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (3) Whether Sita has ever purchased any computers from a certain company (name and details furnished) for government use; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details? NW 1208E
Reply:
I have been advised by SITA as follows:
1 (a) SITA SOC LTD does not purchase computers for State departments. Instead State departments purchase through a transversal contract that SITA established in 2005 on behalf of the Department of Public Service and Administration. Transaction are done under this contract are between the State departments and accredited suppliers directly.
(b) State departments purchase computers directly using the transversal contract mentioned above.
(c) See (b)
(d) Details are unknown since departments were transacting directly with the suppliers.
2. SITA negotiated a maximum price with manufacturers. The resellers will provide mark-up percentages on the maximum price negotiated with the manufacturers. The negotiated maximum price caters for cost savings through economies of scale.
3. No
25 April 2016 - NW1061
Baker, Ms TE to ask the Minister of Communications
(1)(a) How many projects have been funded more than once since the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) started allocating funding to community print media projects and (b) what are the (i) names, (ii) street addresses and (iii) contact numbers of these projects; (2)(a) how was the second funding allocation determined in each case, (b) did each of the specified applicants provide financial statements of income and expenditure for the second application for funding and (c) did the specified applicants prove that they had advertising revenue which reflected in their magazines and/or newspaper copies; (3) how many of the specified projects (a) are still operational, in each case providing the (i) name of the project and (ii) contact details, (b) experienced (i) financial and/or (ii) any other difficulties, and (c) do not exist anymore?
Reply:
(1)(a) Community Print: 11 and Small Commercial Media: 34
(b)(i)(ii)(iii)
Project Name |
Contact Person |
Contact Number |
Email Address |
Physical Address |
Africa Ignite |
Antoinette Van Niekerk |
031 303 5482 |
59 Henwood Road, Morningside, Durban |
|
Gandhi Development Trust |
Ela Gandhi |
031 201 2067 |
The foyer of M.L Sultan Campus of Durban University of Technology, Sultan Road, Durban |
|
Children Resource Centre |
Marcus Solomon |
021 6330207 |
Corner Mavis Road and Klipfontein Road. Rylands. AK Building. |
|
Agenda Feminist Media |
Shireen Ragunan |
031 3047018 |
Suite E302 - Diakonia Centre, 20 Diakonia Avenue,Durban |
|
Upstart Youth Magazine |
Geoff Erasmus |
046 603 7541 |
5 Prince Alfred Street,Grahamstown |
|
Behind The Mask |
Thuli Madi |
011 403 5566 |
Johannesburg |
|
Sosh Times |
Thabo Mooke |
012 797 230 |
2249 Block F, Industrial Site, Pretoria. |
|
iDekelethu/Hope Magazine |
Thembisa Mjiba-Makasi |
040 653 2146 |
No 26 Mallock Street, Alice |
|
Inqubo Yabantu Abancici |
Adelaide Lor |
0799307581 |
Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre, Main Road Knysna |
|
ZA Difference |
Theresa Muller |
011 463 8367 |
Johannesburg |
Small Commercial Print
Name of the Project |
Circulation area/District |
Language |
Contact Person |
Cell phone |
|
|
Ezakwazulu News (Pinetown) |
Ethekwini |
Zulu |
Masindi Mkhize (Publisher) |
0734276113 |
||
Maputaland Mirror (Kwangwanase) |
uMkhanyakude |
Xirhonga & isiZulu |
Sam S. Masinga (Publisher) |
0823873970 |
||
Isibani Somphakathi (Newcastle) |
Amajuba |
IsiZulu |
James Nkosi (Publisher) |
073 527 3883 |
||
Inhloso Yesizwe (Ladysmith) |
UThukela |
Zulu |
Sibusiso Shabalala (Publisher) |
0832066687/ 078 810 9931 |
||
Free state News (Mangaung) |
Mangaung Metro |
Sesotho & English |
Vinger, Moses (Publisher) |
051 447 1655 |
084 480 1330/ 082 477 2918 |
|
Lema Media House (Sasolburg) |
Fezile Dabi |
Sesotho |
Mokoena, Lekhotla (Publisher) |
016 976 8285 |
079 185 0270 |
|
Phetoho News (Ficksburg) |
Thabo Mofutsanyane District |
Sotho and English |
David Mokotjo (Publisher) |
0785356347/ 0787608237 |
||
Metro News (Botshabelo) |
Mangaung Metro |
Sotho, Xhosa and English |
Pitso Mosetlhe (Publisher) |
0791378680 |
|
|
Masilonyana News (Theunissen) |
Masilonyana |
English & Sesotho |
Moses, Liphoko (Publisher) |
057 733 1004 |
074 447 4203 / 079 564 1074 |
|
Taxi Talk (Mbizana) |
OR Tambo |
Xhosa & English |
Baai, Christopher (Publisher) |
039 251 0887 |
083 948 4525 |
|
Eastern Cape Women Magazine (Umthatha) |
OR Tambo |
Xhosa& English |
Pamela Timakwe (Publisher) |
0790646521 |
||
Zithethele (Nelson Mandela Bay) |
Nelson Mandela Metro |
Xhosa |
Motse Mfuleni (Publisher) |
041 582 2456 |
0829735916 |
|
.Rainbow News (Butterworth) |
Emathole |
Xhosa & English |
Pikelela, Buhle (Publisher) |
083 372 9271 |
||
Ikhwezi News (Umthatha) |
OR Tambo |
Xhosa |
Monwabisi Khininda (Publisher) |
047 531 2124 |
073 260 8660 |
|
Balaodi Publishers (Polokwane) |
Capricorn |
SePedi |
Bopape, Diphete (Publisher) |
015 291 1200 |
082 509 2154 |
|
Rise & Shine (Mmodimolle) |
Waterberg |
English, Sipedi, Xitsonga & Tshivenda |
Matodzi Gift Makananisa Publisher |
072 7857678, 014 717 4048 / 014 717 4637 |
||
Ngoho/Bluesky Communications (Thohoyandou) |
Thulamela District |
Tshivenda |
Pumudzo Makharimedza (Publisher) |
082 436 8453 |
||
Nhluvuko News (Polokwane/Giyani) |
Mopani District |
Tsonga |
Ntswanwisi, Dunisani (Publisher) |
015 291 5472 |
073 981 8649 |
|
Coal City (Witbank) |
Nkangala |
English, SiSwati & IsiZulu |
Mashiane, Michelle (Publisher) |
013 690 2525 |
082 489 5954 |
|
2Khanyisa News (Ermelo) |
Gert Sibande District |
English and Zulu |
Austin Moyo (Publisher) |
083 512 7096/ 071 219 3216/ 078 231 0019 |
||
Umjindi – Guardian (Barberton) |
Elukwatini |
SiSwati & English |
Bheki Mashile (Publisher) |
076 748 9247 |
||
Bushbuckridge News(Hazyview) |
Ehlanzeni District |
Tsonga, Sepedi & English |
Nelisiwe Ndlovu (Publisher) |
013 799 2186 |
0734901886 |
|
Ziwaphi News (Nelspruit) |
Ehlanzeni |
English & Swati |
Tom Nkosi (Publisher) |
013 752 6482 |
082 553 4067 |
|
Nkomazi Observer (Komartipoort) |
Ehlanzeni |
Siswati and English |
Mduduzi Masimula (Publisher) |
0763083530 |
||
Winelands Echo (Paarl) |
Cape Winelands |
Afrikaans & English |
Joseph Bushby (Publisher) |
021 862 9278 |
076 219 6534 |
|
Dizindaba Media (Cape Town) |
City of Cape Town |
Xhosa |
Edward Mangxaba (Publisher) |
021 591 1708 |
078 328 2168/0 |
|
Treasure Magazine (Cape Town) |
City of Cape Town |
English, Afrikaans & Xhosa |
Fadia Mohamed (Publisher) |
021 592 1897/ 073 478 1728 |
||
Heartbeat 24/7 (Atlantis) |
City of Cape Town |
Afrikaans, Xhosa & English |
Peter Lategan (Publisher) |
082 4393 023 |
||
Chalkline (Cape Town) |
City of Cape Town |
English & Afrikaans |
Peach, Willida (Publisher) |
021 9877 062 |
083 452 6856 |
|
Die Horison (Upington) |
Siyanda District |
Afrikaans,Damara, Khoi, Xhosa & Tswana |
John Cloete (Publisher) |
083 416 4539 |
||
Kuruman Chronicle (Kuruman) |
John Taolo Gaetseye |
Setswana and English |
Yvonne Chabaesele (Publisher) |
0783888259/0768682475 |
||
Mmaiseng News (Pampierstad) |
Francis Baard |
English & Setswana |
Sam Sera Publisher |
0764980936/ 0732985963 |
||
Mmekgadigang News (Mahikeng) |
Ngaka Modiri Molema District |
Tswana & English |
Aaron Maleke(Publisher) |
0798845863 |
||
Northwest on Sunday (Mahikeng) |
Ngaka Modiri Molema |
English & Setswana |
Paul Moola Publisher |
076 063 1319 |
(2)(a) Support for strengthening is determined on the basis of providing the grantee a financial boost to increase the distribution footprint and print run, while at the same moving the newspaper from printing monthly to fortnightly. It is also determined based on the socio economic conditions of the coverage area, taking note of the fact that the 12 months injection was not sufficient to enable the business to establish itself in the market and break even in term of income generation. The MDDA also takes consideration of how the project has conducted its operations, in respect to reporting and adherence to compliance issues as stipulated in the Grant in Aid Agreement. The Monitoring and Evaluation unit also makes recommendations for second support where it has identified existing potential in the projects monitored.
(b) Yes, the MDDA allocates funding for an audit to be conducted on the project’s operations when implementing the third tranche; this report is submitted to the MDDA with the third tranche narrative and financial report before the release of the fourth tranche. The financial statements are a determinant when recommending the project for strengthening as they give confidence in the project’s financial management potential.
(c) When reporting the projects submit copies of all publications which are reviewed as part of the report. Progress made by the project is also reflected in the narrative report.
(3)(a) Community Print
Project Name |
Contact Person |
Contact Number |
Email Address |
Physical Address |
Africa Ignite |
Antoinette Van Niekerk |
031 303 5482 |
59 Henwood Road, Morningside, Durban |
|
Children Resource Centre |
Marcus Solomon |
021 6330207 |
Corner Mavis Road and Klipfontein Road. Rylands. AK Building. |
|
Agenda Feminist Media |
ShireenRagunan |
031 3047018 |
Suite E302 - Diakonia Centre, 20 DiakoniaAvenue,Durban |
|
Upstart Youth Magazine |
Geoff Erasmus |
046 603 7541 |
5 Prince Alfred Street,Grahamstown |
|
Sosh Times |
Thabo Mooke |
012 797 230 |
2249 Block F, Industrial Site, Pretoria. |
|
iDekelethu/Hope Magazine |
ThembisaMjiba-Makasi |
040 653 2146 |
No 26 Mallock Street, Alice |
|
InquboYabantuAbancici |
Adelaide Lor |
0799307581 |
Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre, Main Road Knysna |
Small Commercial Print
Name of the Project |
Circulation area/District |
Language |
Contact Person |
Cell phone |
|
1. Ezakwazulu News (Pinetown) |
Ethekwini |
Zulu |
MasindiMkhize (Publisher) |
0734276113 |
|
2. Maputaland Mirror (Kwangwanase) |
uMkhanyakude |
Xirhonga& isiZulu |
Sam S. Masinga (Publisher) |
0823873970 |
|
3. IsibaniSomphakathi (Newcastle) |
Amajuba |
IsiZulu |
James Nkosi (Publisher) |
073 527 3883 |
|
4. InhlosoYesizwe (Ladysmith) |
UThukela |
Zulu |
SibusisoShabalala (Publisher) |
0832066687/ 078 810 9931 |
1.Free state News (Mangaung) |
Mangaung Metro |
Sesotho & English |
Vinger, Moses (Publisher) |
051 447 1655 |
084 480 1330/ 082 477 2918 |
|
2.Lema Media House (Sasolburg) |
FezileDabi |
Sesotho |
Mokoena, Lekhotla (Publisher) |
016 976 8285 |
079 185 0270 |
|
3. Phetoho News (Ficksburg) |
Thabo Mofutsanyane District |
Sotho and English |
David Mokotjo (Publisher) |
0785356347/ 0787608237 |
||
4. Metro News (Botshabelo) |
Mangaung Metro |
Sotho, Xhosa and English |
PitsoMosetlhe (Publisher) |
0791378680 |
||
5.Masilonyana News (Theunissen) |
Masilonyana |
English & Sesotho |
Moses, Liphoko (Publisher) |
057 733 1004 |
074 447 4203 / 079 564 1074 |
1.Taxi Talk (Mbizana) |
OR Tambo |
Xhosa & English |
Baai, Christopher (Publisher) |
039 251 0887 |
083 948 4525 |
|
2. Eastern Cape Women Magazine (Umthatha) |
OR Tambo |
Xhosa& English |
Pamela Timakwe (Publisher) |
0790646521 |
||
3. Zithethele (Nelson Mandela Bay) |
Nelson Mandela Metro |
Xhosa |
MotseMfuleni (Publisher) |
041 582 2456 |
0829735916 |
|
4.Rainbow News (Butterworth) |
Emathole |
Xhosa & English |
Pikelela, Buhle (Publisher) |
083 372 9271 |
||
5. Ikhwezi News (Umthatha) |
OR Tambo |
Xhosa |
MonwabisiKhininda (Publisher) |
047 531 2124 |
073 260 8660 |
1.Balaodi Publishers (Polokwane) |
Capricorn |
SePedi |
Bopape, Diphete (Publisher) |
015 291 1200 |
082 509 2154 |
|
2. Ngoho/Bluesky Communications (Thohoyandou) |
Thulamela District |
Tshivenda |
PumudzoMakharimedza (Publisher) |
082 436 8453 |
||
3.Nhluvuko News (Polokwane/Giyani) |
Mopani District |
Tsonga |
Ntswanwisi, Dunisani (Publisher) |
015 291 5472 |
073 981 8649 |
1.Coal City (Witbank) |
Nkangala |
English, SiSwati & IsiZulu |
Mashiane, Michelle (Publisher) |
013 690 2525 |
082 489 5954 |
|
2. Khanyisa News (Ermelo) |
GertSibande District |
English and Zulu |
Austin Moyo (Publisher) |
083 512 7096/ 071 219 3216/ 078 231 0019 |
||
3. Umjindi – Guardian (Barberton) |
Elukwatini |
SiSwati & English |
BhekiMashile (Publisher) |
076 748 9247 |
||
4. Bushbuckridge News(Hazyview) |
Ehlanzeni District |
Tsonga, Sepedi& English |
NelisiweNdlovu (Publisher) |
013 799 2186 |
0734901886 |
|
5. Ziwaphi News (Nelspruit) |
Ehlanzeni |
English & Swati |
Tom Nkosi (Publisher) |
013 752 6482 |
082 553 4067 |
|
6. Nkomazi Observer (Komartipoort) |
Ehlanzeni |
Siswati and English |
MduduziMasimula (Publisher) |
0763083530 |
1.Winelands Echo (Paarl) |
Cape Winelands |
Afrikaans & English |
Joseph Bushby (Publisher) |
021 862 9278 |
076 219 6534 |
|
2. Dizindaba Media (Cape Town) |
City of Cape Town |
Xhosa |
Edward Mangxaba (Publisher) |
021 591 1708 021 591 0408 |
078 328 2168/0 |
|
3. Treasure Magazine (Cape Town) |
City of Cape Town |
English, Afrikaans & Xhosa |
Fadia Mohamed (Publisher) |
021 592 1897/ 073 478 1728 |
||
4. Heartbeat 24/7 (Atlantis) |
City of Cape Town |
Afrikaans, Xhosa & English |
Peter Lategan (Publisher) |
082 4393 023 |
1. Die Horison (Upington) |
Siyanda District |
Afrikaans,Damara, Khoi, Xhosa & Tswana |
John Cloete (Publisher) |
083 416 4539 |
||
2. Kuruman Chronicle (Kuruman) |
John TaoloGaetseye |
Setswana and English |
Yvonne Chabaesele (Publisher) |
0783888259/0768682475 |
||
3. Mmaiseng News (Pampierstad) |
Francis Baard |
English & Setswana |
Sam Sera Publisher |
0764980936/ 0732985963 |
1. Mmekgadigang News (Mahikeng) |
NgakaModiriMolema District |
Tswana & English |
Aaron Maleke(Publisher) |
0798845863 |
||
2. Northwest on Sunday (Mahikeng) |
NgakaModiriMolema |
English & Setswana |
Paul Moola Publisher |
076 063 1319 |
(b) (i) The list provided gives a view of projects that have completed their grant cycle who continue to receive any form of non financial support and projects that are currently in the cycle therefore receiving funding.
(ii) Project that are fully disbursed are likely to encounter challenges beyond the grant fund due to varying socio economic conditions in their areas of operation. These include challenges in retaining staff, printing consistantly due to delays in payments by clients including government, in some instances they experience challenges in paying rent and other operational costs.
(c) One project (Gandhi Development Trust) has informed the MDDA about the closure of its operations.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1141
Mncwango, Mr MA to ask the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans
(1)Whether, with reference to the soldiers deployed in Kwa-Zulu Natal game parks (details furnished), the soldiers in carrying out their duties follow the same principles and fall under the same command as the rangers; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) whether the rangers who fall under the same command as the soldiers are armed; if not, why not; if so, with what?
Reply:
(1) Soldiers of the SANDF are not deployed in the KZN game parks per se but are responsible for border safeguarding operations, amongst other, along the KZN-Mozambican border. They do not fall under any other command but that of the SANDF. The rangers, on the other hand, are under command of SANPARKS.
(2) The rangers do not fall under command of the SANDF. Details with respect to their armaments should be obtained from SANPARKS.
25 April 2016 - NW1040
Van Damme, Ms PT to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether the SA Broadcasting Corporation intends to hold elections for the best worker at the public broadcaster; if not, why not; if so, (a) what amount will be allocated as prize money for the staff members who win the election and (b) which budget will the funding be drawn from?
Reply:
Yes. The SABC has a formal Employee Recognition Award Programme which has just been recently approved. It is intended to be implemented in the year 2016/17. The staff will nominate the best employee. The nominated employees will be given different types of prizes that can range from cash, gifts, certificates, holiday packages and so on. The Programme forms part of organisational methods of recognizing excellence thereby improving the morale and performance.
a) It cannot determine in advance how much employees will get because it will depend on the categories they get voted for.
b) The organization budgets for these awards and will continue to do so based on the affordability
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE
25 April 2016 - NW379
James, Ms LV to ask the Minister of Public Works
With reference to President Jacob G Zuma’s undertaking in his State of the Nation Address delivered on 12 February 2015, that the Government will set aside 30% of appropriate categories of state procurement for purchasing from Small, Medium and Micro-sized Enterprises (SMMEs), co-operatives, as well as township and rural enterprises, what percentage of the total procurement of (a) his department and (b) every entity reporting to him went to (i) SMMEs and (ii) co-operatives from 1 April 2015 up to the latest specified date for which information is available?
Reply:
The Minister of Public Works
(a) (i) and (ii) I would like to point out to the Honourable Member that the current reporting systems within the Department of Public Works (DPW) do not cater for capturing of information in the particular categories of cooperatives, township enterprises and rural enterprises, as the focus has shifted to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) status level of contribution. Whilst the DPW systems do not make provision for recording procurement in terms of the specific categories, to ensure monitoring and reporting on these designated categories, the Supply Chain Management Directory is negotiating with the system service provider to reconfigure the procurement module to provide the relevant statistics.
In terms of procurement from SMMEs, the DPW can report the following:
For the period 01 April 2015 to 31 January 2016 the percentage of procurement from SMMEs by the Department of Public Works is as follows:
Goods and Services including day-to-day maintenance:-
A total of 3 688 (100%) with a value of R181 311 457.46 was awarded to SMMEs.
Consultancies (Built Environment):-
Out of a total of 233 appointments with a total value of R68 957 445.61, a total of 152 appointments (66%) were made with a total value of R31 761 929.55 awarded to SMMEs.
Construction Projects:-
Out of 166 tenders* awarded with a total value of R1.8 billion, 95 tenders (57%) were awarded to SMMEs, worth a total value of R171 349 536.90.
*90.5% of the construction projects (with a value of R1.6 billion) were awarded according to the CIDB grading system.
(b) Entities reporting to the Minister of Public Works
Entity |
|
|
Council for the Built Environment (CBE) (01 April 2015 – 29 February 2016) |
R12 928 645-00 (57.58% of R22 453 970-58) |
Nil |
Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) (1 April 2015 – 31 January 2016 |
R7 149 988.15 (15.41% of R46 387 686.84) |
Nil |
Independent Development Trust (IDT) (1 April 2015 – 29 February 2016) |
IDT spent the following amounts towards SMMEs out of its infrastructure programme:
R30 877 470.73 (100%)
R285 408 176.00 (99%)
R677 736 177.60 (96%) |
Nil |
Agrément South Africa (01 April 2015 – 29 February 2016) |
The procurement of goods and services for Agrément South Africa (ASA) was done through the shared services under the CSIR. The CSIR response to this question through the Department of Science and Technology has therefore included ASA’s procurement spent towards the SMMEs. |
Nil |
25 April 2016 - NW892
Mulaudzi, Adv TE to ask the Minister of Transport
(1)Has she earned any additional income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, since her appointment as Minister; if so, (a) when, (b) how much did she earn, (c) from which businesses and (d) for what work; (2) whether her (a) spouse, (b) children and (c) close family earned income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, through her appointment as Minister; if so, in respect of each case, (i) when, (ii) how much did each earn, (iii) from which businesses and (iv) for what work?
Reply:
- No (a) (b) (c) (d) Falls away
- No (a) (b) (c) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) Falls away
25 April 2016 - NW1142
Mncwango, Mr MA to ask the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans
(1)With reference to the soldiers deployed in Kwa-Zulu Natal game parks, (details furnished), (a) which game park has the highest poaching numbers and (b) what are the reasons for the highest number of poaching incidents; (2) whether she has found that the protection zones do not endanger the rhinos even more because the navigators of the poaching gangs know exactly where the rhinos are; (3) has the number of (a) soldiers and (b) rangers been increased and intensified in the specified protection zones; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
(1) The SANDF is not in a position to comment on the poaching statistics in the game parks. These questions should be directed to SANPARKS.
(2) This question should be directed to SANPARKS.
(3) Soldiers of the SANDF are not deployed in the KZN game parks per se but are responsible for border safeguarding operations, amongst other, along the KZN-Mozambican border. It is for this reason that soldiers are not deployed in so-called protection zones either. Questions pertaining to the protection zones should be directed to SANPARKS.
25 April 2016 - NW964
Matsepe, Mr CD to ask the Minister of Cooperative and Traditional Affairs
(1)(a) How many vacancies currently exist in each department in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, (b) what are the relevant details in each case, (c) what plans does NMBM have in place to fill the specified vacancies? (2) What are the required number of civil engineers for the specified municipality? (3) What are the relevant details of the specified municipality’s expenditure on (a) consultants, (b) legal fees and (c) marketing and communications (i) in the (aa) 2011-12, (bb) 2012-13, (cc) 2013-14, (dd) 2014-15 and (ee) 2015-16 financial years and (ii) since 1 April 2016?
Reply:
(1)(a)
According to the municipality, currently total number of vacant positions is 1774, out of an approved staff establishment of 7 234.
(1)(b)
The table below provides a detailed summary of the vacancies per Directorate, as provided by the municipality:
Directorate |
Vacancies |
Public Health |
290 |
Special Programmes |
14 |
Office of the Chief Operating Officer |
24 |
Infrastructure and Engineering |
523 |
Electricity and Energy |
219 |
Economic Development, Tourism and Agriculture |
146 |
Municipal Manager |
5 |
Budget and Treasury |
158 |
Safety and Security |
161 |
Executive Mayor |
12 |
Human Settlements |
117 |
Corporate Services |
105 |
Total = |
1774 |
All recruitment processes were stopped with the implementation of a moratorium on the filling of vacancies on 18 June 2015, due to financial constraints.
(1) (c)
According to the Municipality, the moratorium on the filling of critical vacancies has now been uplifted. A Critical Vacancy Task Team was established in December 2015 consisting of top management in the Municipality. This Task Team has been mandated to priorize the filling of critical vacancies, especially during the 2015/16 municipal financial year.
As from 1 April 2016 to date, 150 recruitment notices are at various stages of the internal HR processes. These recruitment notices represent approximately 200 critical vacant positions. To date four adverts have been placed with a minimum of fifteen positions to go out on a weekly basis as from the end of April 2016.
(2)
According to the municipality, the required number of Civil Engineers is 5 (2 Roads, 2 Water and 1 Transport).
3 (a)
According to the Municipality, the éstimated expenditure on consultants in the financial years 2011-12, 2012-13,2013-14, 2014-15 and 2015-16 since 1 April 2016 is R846,200 000.
See table below for expenditure per year:
FINANCIAL YEAR |
Costs of consultants R (000) |
2011/12 |
135.5 |
2012/13 |
170.9 |
2013/14 |
185.6 |
2014/15 |
191.3 |
2015/16 ( April 2016) |
162.9 |
Total |
846.2 |
(3) (b)
According to the Municipality, during the financial years in question, a total of R94 597 647 was spent on legal fees. The details per annum are provided in the table below.
Legal expenses for 2011-12; 2012-13, 2013-14, 2014-15 and 2015-16
FINANCIAL YEAR |
EXPENDITURE |
2011/12 |
R15 339 703 |
2012/13 |
R14 746 821 |
2013/14 |
R17 677 108 |
2014/15 |
R22 173 641 |
2015/16 (at 19 April 2016) |
R24 660 374 |
TOTAL |
R94 597 647 |
(3) (c)
According to the Municipality, during the financial years in question, R27 439 424 was spent on marketing and communications. The details per annum are provided in the table below.
Marketing and communications expenditure for 2011-12; 2012-13, 2013-14, 2014-15 and 2015-16
FINANCIAL YEAR |
EXPENDITURE |
2011/12 |
R7 150 996 |
2012/13 |
R2 718 742 |
2013/14 |
R4 714 848 |
2014/15 |
R7 152 258 |
2015/16 (at 19 April 2016) |
R5 702 580 |
Total |
R27 439 424 |
25 April 2016 - NW987
Hunsinger, Mr CH to ask the Minister of Transport
Has the Afro 4000 locomotive which derailed at Modderrivier south of Kimberley, Northern Cape, been removed; if not, why not; if so, (a) what is the cost of damage to the derailed locomotive and (b) can the repairs be done in South Africa?
Reply:
Yes the Afro 4000 has been removed.
(a) The cost of the derailed locomotive is R50m.
(b) All components of the sub-systems on the Afro 4000 locomotive have local suppliers and/or agents. Therefore it is possible to be repaired in South Africa. Local capability for the body repairs of the Afro 4000 is yet to be determined. The details will be confirmed once the current legal process is resolved and the procurement process for the repairs can be finalized.
25 April 2016 - NW1028
Basson, Ms J to ask the Minister of Transport
What (i) is the planned launch date for the National Public Transport Regulator and (ii) are the (aa) timelines and (bb) time frames in this regard and (b) at what is the current status of this process?
Reply:
a) (i) 30 June 2016
(ii) (aa) and (bb) same as above
b) The Minister will gazette the opening of the National Public Transport Regulator for receiving applications for tourist transport services by May 2016. The date for receiving applications for interprovincial transport services will be phrased in at later stage.
25 April 2016 - NW929
America, Mr D to ask the Minister of Economic Development
Has (a) he and/or (b) his Deputy Minister ever (i) met with any (aa) member, (bb) employee and/or (cc) close associate of the Gupta family and/or (ii) attended any meeting with the specified persons (aa) at the Gupta’s Saxonwold Estate in Johannesburg or (bb) anywhere else since taking office; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, in each specified case, (aaa) what are the names of the persons who were present at each meeting, (bbb)(aaaa) when and (bbbb) where did each such meeting take place and (ccc) what was the purpose of each specified meeting?
Reply:
According to our records, no requests were received from the said family for bilateral meetings at their home for either business or social purposes in either the current or the previous administration.
In the previous administration, members of the said family were present at public functions that I attended and addressed and were thus engaged at the events.
-END-
25 April 2016 - NW1062
Baker, Ms TE to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) What steps has the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) taken to assist community print media businesses in distress, taking into consideration the huge amounts of taxpayers’ monies invested in these projects; (2) what is the (a) success rate of allocation models used by the MDDA to fund community print media projects in terms of the number of projects that (i) have been funded and (ii) are still operational in the (aa) 2013-14, (bb) 2014-15 and (cc) 2015-16 financial years, and (b) overall success rate as a percentage; (3)(a) what amount was allocated to each community print media project in the (i) 2013-14, (ii) 2014-15 and (iii) 2015-16 financial years and (b) what are the (i) names and (ii) amounts paid to each project in the specified period?
Reply:
(1) Support for strengthening is determined on the basis of providing the grantee a financial boost to increase the distribution footprint and print run, while at the same moving the newspaper from printing monthly to fortnightly. It is also determined based on the socio economic conditions of the coverage area, taking note of the fact that the 12 months injection was not sufficient to enable the business to establish itself in the market and break even in term of income generation.
(2) (a) The MDDA has funded a total of 53 community print projects, of which 24 are still operational, and 68 Small Commercial projects, of which 45 are still operational.
(b) About 70% of supported projects since inception are still operating. This percentage takes into consideration the fact that those that are no longer in the funding cycle are struggling to maintain momentum and thus to be consistent or operate at full capacity. Based on this analysis it can be argued that the success rate of models funded by the MDDA is good but there is room for improvement.
(3)(a)(i) and (b)(i) and (ii)
Project Name |
Funds Allocated |
2013/14 Approvals |
|
Tshireletso Against Women Abuse |
R100, 000.00 (feasibility study). |
Seipone Sa Sechaba |
R471,400. 00 (New) |
Umthombo Wolwazi Youth Services |
R100,000.00 (feasibility study) |
Greater Alex Today |
R 492, 400.00 (New) |
Batlhabine Foundation |
R 485, 300.00 (New) |
Gandhi Development Trust |
R 572, 800.00 (Strengthening) |
Africa Ignite |
R 575, 600.00 (Strengthening) |
Inqubo Yabantu Abancici |
R 498, 500.00 (New) |
Gulova Magazine |
R489,999.96 (Strengthening) |
Treasure Magazine |
R490,000.00 (Strengthening) |
Township Times |
R700,000.00 (New) |
APN Media/Impact 24/7 |
R490,000.00 (Strengthening) |
North West on Sunday |
R490,000.00 (Strengthening) |
Rise ‘n Shine |
R700,000.00 (New) |
Mmaiseng News |
R700,000.00 (New) |
Fabuleux Magazine |
R979,535.04 (New) |
Religious News |
R700,000.00 (New) |
(a)(ii) and (b)(i) and (ii)
Project Name |
Funds Allocated |
2014/15 Approvals |
|
Mamre News |
R 498, 381.00 (New) |
Ledig Sun |
R 479, 130.32 (New) |
Bushbuckridge News |
R 350,000.00 (Strengthening) |
Kuruman Chronicle |
R 350,000.00 (Strengthening) |
Phetoho News |
R350,000.00 (Strengthening) |
(a)(iii) and (b)(i) and (ii)
Project Name |
Funds Allocated |
2015/16 Approvals |
|
The Youth Voice |
R 821,700.00 (New) |
Ulwazi Newspaper |
R 850,000.00 (New) |
Loxion News |
R 750,000.00 (New) |
Arise and Shine |
R 619,251.00 (New) |
Dizindaba News |
R 888,200.00 (Strengthening) |
Ngoho News |
R 811,120.00 (Strengthening) |
Ezakwazulu News |
R 746,000.00 (Strengthening) |
Khanyisa News |
R 1,081,248.00 (Strengthening) |
Puisano News |
R 680,880.00 (Strengthening) |
Eastern Cape Women Magazine |
R 807,000.00 (Strengthening) |
Inqubo Yabantu Abancinci |
R 530,242.00 (Strengthening) |
SMME News |
R 793,500.00 (New) |
Xplore Magazine |
R 1,232,600.00 (New) |
Nkomazi Observer |
R 603, 800.00 (Strengthening) |
Mmaiseng News |
R 626, 600.00 (Strengthening) |
Religious News |
R 615,600.00 (Strengthening) |
Die Horison News |
R 615,299.28 (Strengthening) |
Children Resource Centre |
R 760,594.04 (Strengthening) |
Metro News |
R 436, 800.00 (Strengthening) |
Inhloso Yesizwe |
R 430,200.00 (Strengthening) |
Elitsha News |
R 776,800.00 (New) |
Nhlala News |
R 696,000.00 (New) |
Community News |
R 663,244.00 (New) |
Youth Mate News |
R 606,950.00 (New) |
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1077
Mazzone, Ms NW to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether all the winners of the 15th Metro FM Awards held on 27 February 2016 have received their prize money; if not, (a) why not, (b) which of the winners have not received their prize money, (c) when will they receive their prize money and (d) in what format has/will the prize money be transferred?
Reply:
No, not all winners have received their prize money yet.(a)
(a) Various reasons, including:
- Incorrect proof of banking supplied by artist and/or his Management Company.
- Non submission of certified copies of identification from artist
- No submission of supporting documents yet from artist and/or Management Company.
(b) The following artists have not received payment:
- Best Kwaito Album – DJBongs;
- Best Remix Single – AKA;
- Best Duo/Group - DBN Nyts;
- Best Hip Hop - Casper Nyovest ;
- Best Afro-Pop Album – Nathi;
- Song of the Year – Nathi.
(c) Three of the artists have submitted the required documentation and will be paid on 22 April 2016. The remaining two artists will be paid when their documentation is received.
(d) EFT.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1143
Mncwango, Mr MA to ask the Minister of Defence and Military Veternas
(1)Why is the SA National Defence Force still unable to successfully prevent the infiltration of our national parks by poachers, in spite of the fact that these parks and their perimeters are policed and patrolled by trained military personnel, drones, and helicopters which make extensive use of night vision and detection equipment; (2) has this matter been investigated by her department; if so, what were the findings of the specified investigation; (3) did her department conduct an investigation on any form of collusion that may exist between military personnel and the poachers, which is allowing the poachers unfettered access to our national parks; if not, (a) why not and (b) what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details of the specified investigation?
Reply:
(1) The SANDF’s primary mandate is to safeguard the integrity of our international borders. The SANDF conducting operational tasks such as listening posts, observation posts, foot and mobile patrols, reaction forces conducted in conjunction with SANPARKS and the SAPS, specifically for the Kruger National Park. Technology and air support are being utilised as a force multiplier to achieve successes. The SANDF is not the lead department in the Kruger National Park. The SAPS and SANPARKS are the lead Government Departments and the SANDF is in support.
(2) No formal investigation was conducted. An Informal discussion between the SANDF, Chief of Joint Operations (C J Ops) and SANPARKS have taken place in January 2016, with specific reference to refining of the cooperation at the Joint Operational Centre (JOC) level in the Kruger National Park for effective and maximum deployments.
(3) It must be categorically stated that there are no form of collusion between the soldiers and poachers. During the conclusion of the recent informal discussions the following aspects were highlighted;
(a) More soldiers were required due to the vastness of the area to effectively minimise the infiltration into the Kruger National Park.
(b) Closer and effective cooperation between the various role players must be achieved and remains the objective.
25 April 2016 - NW1027
De Freitas, Mr MS to ask the Minister of Transport
What (a) is the current status of the N3 De Beers Pass development between Keeversfontein and Warden in the Free State, (b) impact assessments have been conducted to date, (c) were the outcomes of each assessment respectively and (d) are the planned (i) timeframes and (ii) time lines for this project?
Reply:
a) Environmental studies were undertaken to obtain the environmental authorisation and water use licence (WULA), and reports have been submitted to the relevant authorities for decision-making.
b) Two environmental impact assessments (EIAs) have been undertaken to date; first one in 1998 and the second in 2010.
c) In 1999, the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism, issued an environmental authorisation for the construction and upgrading of the N3 Toll Road from Heidelberg to Cedara, comprising two sections, (i) Cedara to Heidelberg and (ii) Keveersfontein to Warden (De Beers Pass section). The environmental authorisation was issued subject to certain conditions requiring further environmental investigations on the De Beers pass section.
The purpose of the second EIA was to investigate and address the conditions and related issues flowing from the 1999 authorisation that are specific to the De Beers Pass section. Particular focus of this second EIA is to mitigate the impact of the new road on the wetland resources. The final EIA Report was submitted to the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) on 24 March 2016, and the decision is pending. Estimated review period for decision-making by DEA is 120 days.
d) Further details with the N3 will be handled by the Department of Environmental Affairs. (i) and (ii) details will be available once the Department of Transport, SANRAL, Free State Government and PICC SIP2 engagement process is concluded.
Please note that the estimated time frame does not take into account the time that will be required to resolve any objections that may be lodged against the project.
25 April 2016 - NW904
Matshobeni, Ms A to ask the Minister of Arts and Culture
(1) Has he earned any additional income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, since his appointment as Minister; if so, (a) when, (b) how much did he earn, (c) from which businesses and (d) for what work; (2) whether his (a) spouse, (b) children and (c) close family earned income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, through his appointment as Minister; if so, in respect of each case, (i) when, (ii) how much did each earn, (iii) from which businesses and (iv) for what work?
Reply:
Ever since I have been a Minister, I have never earned extra income from any source, not a single member of my family has ever done business with government.
25 April 2016 - NW1060
Van Dyk, Ms V to ask the Minister of Communications
(1) How does the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) ensure that product owners of community print media who earn a profit do not remain dependent on funding from the MDDA; (2) whether the specified product owners receive constant support from the MDDA; if not, why not; if so, in what way; (3) whether she has found that grassroots print media projects who are self-established businesses are more likely to be successful, even though they do not receive funding from the MDDA; if so, how was this conclusion reached; (4) whether project owners of community print media projects supply monthly reports to the MDDA; if not, why not; if so, what are the details of each of these monthly reports provided to the MDDA?
Reply:
(1) The MDDA covers funding for basic operational costs to “kickstart” a project, and this therefore necessitates that the business owners find other sources of income in order to cover expenses that are not catered for in the grant. Non-financial support in the form of training, negotiating printing discounts, liaising with the GCIS and Media Buyers for advertising revenue is the additional support that the MDDA provides in order to assist the businesses stand on their feet
(2) MDDA projects receive financial and non-financial support from the agency. The non-financial support continues to be offered to projects even after the grant funding is complete and it is in the form of Learning Forums and Training Workshops that are relevant to the needs of the projects.
(3) The MDDA provides support to both existing and start up applicants. This is based on the applications received for additional support for the already self-established to promote media development and diversity as mandated through the MDDA Act. The MDDA has not conducted any study to ascertain whether the self-established are more likely to succeed even though not funded, however it suffice to note that, out of the 68 projects that have been funded by the MDDA since inception, 45 are currently on our database, and we are of the opinion that the MDDA has made significant strides and impact in empowering publishers in these communities.
(4) The MDDA projects submit reports to the agency on a quarterly basis as outlined in the Schedule of Particulars. What is detailed in the reports is an account of how the funds were used. The contents of the reports are the following – narrative report, financial report, valid tax clearance certificate, bank statements, schedule of paid stipends and invoices.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1065
Mhlongo, Mr P to ask the Minister of Communications
(1)(a) What was the vacancy rate at the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) in the (i) 2013-14, (ii) 2014-15 and (iii) 2015-16 financial years, (b) which positions are still vacant as at 5 April 2016, (c) for how long have these positions been vacant, (d) why are they still vacant and (e) when will they be filled; (2) whether the specified vacancies are considered crucial for the MDDA’s operational success; if not, what are the relevant details; (3) whether all of the specified vacancies have been advertised; if not, why not; if so, (a) where and (b) when were these vacancies advertised; (4)(a) how many consultants are hired by the MDDA and (b) why, in each case; (5) what other challenges apart from vacancy rates are being experienced by the MDDA?
Reply:
(1)(a) (i) 2013/2014: 80 % filled with permanent appointments
(ii) 2014/2015: 53 % filled with permanent appointments
(iii) 2015-2016: approved headcount is 36 positions per organogram as at February 20th 2016. 15 are occupied by permanent employees (41.7%), 5 are contractors supplied by Agencies (13.9%), 16 vacant positions to be filled (44.4%)
(b) The following positions are still vacant
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO);
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO);
- Company Secretary (Co. Sec.);
- Executive Secretary (Exec. Sec.);
- Internal Audit Manager;
- Risk Specialist;
- Knowledge Management Coordinator;
- Internal Audit Officer;
- Communications Officer;
- HR and Corporate Services Manager;
- HR Officer;
- Strategy, Policy Monitoring and Evaluation Director;
- Projects Director;
- Receptionist;
- Research and Capacity-Building Manager;
- Research and Capacity- Building Coordinator,
- Legal and Compliance Officer;
- Projects Manager: Broadcasting;
- Digital Media Coordinator
- Finance Administrator
- Finance Manager
(c) Positions have been vacant as per the following:
- Chief Executive Officer - since 1st July 2014. There is an acting CEO;
- Chief Financial Officer – since 1st January 2015 after the resignation of the last CFO. There is an interim CFO appointed on a contract basis;;
- Finance Manager – since 22nd October 2015. There is an interim Finance Manager appointed on a contract basis;
- Finance Administrator - since 17th June 2015;
- Company Secretary - since 11th March 2015. There is an interim Company Secretary appointed on a contract basis;
- Executive Secretary – since 1st March 2015. There is an acting Executive Secretary;
- Internal Audit Officer - since 1st January 2016 after the resignation of the last occupant of this position. The services are being provided by an external service provider in the interim;
- HR and Corporate Services Manager since 1st November 2014; There is an interim HR and Corporate Services Manager appointed on a contract basis;
- Projects Director, newly renamed and competencies revised (This position was previously called the Programme Director). The last fully appointed incumbent vacated this position on 31st May 2014. There is an Acting Programme Director.
- Receptionist position at MDDA has been vacant since 1st February 2015 when occupant of this position was appointed to the Executive Secretary position. There is an Acting Receptionist. Post In the process of being filled;
- Research and Capacity Building Manager - has been vacant since 16th May 2015;
- Research and Capacity Building Coordinator - since 25th April 2015;
- Legal and Contracts Manager – last occupied in 1st August 2014.This is no longer in the new organogram, but in its place is the revised position of Legal and Compliance Officer;
- Projects Manager: Broadcasting – vacant following resignation in February 29th 2016;
- Supply Chain Manager – position was vacated when incumbent resigned and it remained open from 10th June 2014 .Please note that this position has been revised down with the 2016 organogram and is now at Officer-level which has been filled.
- Risk Management Officer – since 18th October 2014. Please note that this position has been revised with the 2016 organogram and is now at Specialist-level.
Please note that the other five positions are new in the organogram approved in February 2016: Strategy, Policy Monitoring and Evaluation Director, Knowledge Management Coordinator, Communications Officer, (previously Communications and Marketing Officer), Digital Media Coordinator, and HR Officer.
(d) The MDDA strategic planning held in September 2015 assessed in depth the future direction of the MDDA in terms of the rapidly changing media landscape. This resulted in the identification of new/changed competencies being required within the MDDA and subsequently the Board revised the organogram as per the above. The vacancies were therefore on hold until the new organogram was approved in January 2016 by the Board.
(e) Recruitment is underway with five of the positions having been in January 2016 and the remaining advertised on 10 April 2016,
2. All the positions were identified as necessary to have in the revision of the organogram. Crucial for MDDA’s operations to run are CEO, CFO, PROGRAMMES DIRECTOR and STRATEGY, POLICY MONITORING & EVALUATION DIRECTOR.
To run a legal, compliant organisation, meet governance requirements, as well as be an efficient entity, the organisation needs the HR, COMPANY SECRETARY, RISK SPECIALIST, COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, INTERNAL AUDIT, RISK, FINANCE
(3) The vacancies have been advertised.
(a) The vacancies were advertised in the Star Workplace and the City Press, and via the MDDA website.
(b) Five vacancies were advertised in January 2016 and the remaining 17 were advertised on 10 April 2016.
(4) (a) Four Consultants servicing the HR area have been hired.
(b) One World Human Capital – supplies Human resource services including job evaluation, job grading, salary benchmarking to the MDDA.
Holystic Approach - supplies recruitment services to the MDDA
Deloitte Consulting Temporary and Permanent Recruitment Agreement – supplier of recruitment services to the MDDA.
Kwinana and Associates – supplier of recruitment services to the MDDA
5. The MDDA has many strong points but for purposes of this exercise the focus is on the, mainly internal, challenges, which are in many cases also exciting opportunities for the MDDA:
- External factors include technological and business changes in the landscape.
- Staff are committed but under resourced.
- Need to identify skills gap and implement training / development: skills vs. qualifications.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1041
Lotriet, Prof A to ask the Minister of Communications
What is the detailed list of decisions taken by the SA Broadcasting Corporation Chief Operations Officer, Mr Hlaudi Motsoeneng, since he returned to work in December 2015?
Reply:
Section 14(1) of the Act stipulates that the affairs of the Corporation are administered by an executive committee consisting of the Group Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operations Officer, Chief Financial Officer and no more than 11 other executive members, therefore the COO does not act alone in the decision-making function. However, there are instances, where decisions are taken by the COO relating to the strategic operations of the core business reporting to the COO, in support of the broader mandate of the SABC.
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW1088
Mackenzie, Mr C to ask the Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services
(a) What are the reasons for the closure of the SA Post Office branch in Bloubergrant, postal code 7443 and (b) were any residents of the Bloubergrant consulted before the branch was closed; (2) Have residents of the specified area been provided with any alternative postal service; if not, why not; if so, what are these alternatives?
Reply:
I have been informed by SAPO as follows:
1. (a) The Bloubergrant Post Office was closed due to non-payment of rental. SAPO could not make regular rental payments to the landlord on time due to SAPO cash flow challenges. SAPO was subsequently given notice by the landlord to vacate the premises by 8 April 2016.
(b) In view of the fact that the eviction was sudden and unexpected, no prior consultations could take place with the residents, but notices of the closure were placed at the Post Office and around the post boxes area.
2. The residents have been informed that the Table View Post Office which is situated 2.8km from Bloubergrant could be used as an alternative service point. The post boxes will, however, remain at the old site for the convenience of residents.
25 April 2016 - NW914
Mhlongo, Mr P to ask the Minister of State Security
Has he earned any additional income from businesses, in particular businesses doing work for the Government, since his appointment as Minister; if so, (a) when, (b) how much did he earn, (c) from which businesses and (d) for what work; (2) Whether his (a) spouse, (b) children and (c) close family earned income from businesses in particular businesses doing work for the Government, through his appointment as Minister; if so, in respect of each case, (i) when, (ii) how much did each earn, (iii) from which businesses and (iv) for what work?
Reply:
- In terms of the Executive Members Ethics Act, 1988 and Parliament’s Code of Ethical Conduct and Disclosure of Members Interests, the Minister of State Security has always without fail submitted his financial interests
- These are matters of public record and the Member is referred to check same.
25 April 2016 - NW986
Hunsinger, Mr CH to ask the Minister of Transport
(a) How much of the Moloto road corridor has been transferred to the SA National Roads Agency in kilometres, (b) which sections have been transferred, (c) when was the transfer made and (d) what is the (i) total length and (ii) locality of the Moloto road corridor?
Reply:
(a) Approximately 92.4 kilometres has been transferred to SANRAL
(b) Section 2 in Mpumalanga Province (54.9 km) and Section 3 in Limpopo Province (37.5 km)
(c) Section 2 and 3 was transferred on 29th July 2015.
(d) (i) Total Length = 139.1 km
(ii) The R573 starts at Sefako Makgatho Drive (Pretoria North) and proceeds in north easterly direction through Gauteng Province, then passing through Moloto, Kwamhlanga, Tweefontein, Kwaggafontein in Mpumalanga Province and continuing up to Marble Hall in Limpopo Province.
25 April 2016 - NW1106
Selfe, Mr J to ask the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
Is the Special Investigating Unit currently involved in conducting any investigations into his department; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
The President issued, in a government gazette no.39935, two Proclamations (Number R.18 and R.20) on 15 April 2016 in respect of the affairs of the Department of Correctional Services. The details of the proclamations relate to procurement irregularities.
25 April 2016 - NW862
Chewane, Dr H to ask the Minister of Health
(1)What is the (a) total number of beds and (b) shortage of beds at Butterworth Hospital; (2) how many patients are currently using benches as beds as a result of the shortage of beds in the specified hospital?
Reply:
According to the Eastern Cape Provincial Department of Health, the response is as follows:
- Butterworth Hospital has a total of 260 usable beds.
- There are no patients from the hospital that end up sleeping on benches. This is reflected in the hospital bed occupancy which range from 70%-75%. However, the problem arises when patients from the rural areas are referred by Butterworth Hospital to Frere or Cecilia Makiwane Hospitals. In order to be on time for the patient transport, they opt to sleep at the hospital’s patient waiting are the night before or when they return from these referrals, it is usually late in the day and they can no longer find transport back to their homes, and they opt to sleep on the benches at the hospital waiting area.
END.
25 April 2016 - NW924
Maimane, Mr MA to ask the Minister of Arts and Culture
Has (a) he and/or (b) his Deputy Minister ever (i) met with any (aa) member, (bb) employee and/or (cc) close associate of the Gupta family and/or (ii) attended any meeting with the specified persons (aa) at the Gupta’s Saxonwold Estate in Johannesburg or (bb) anywhere else since taking office; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, in each specified case, (aaa) what are the names of the persons who were present at each meeting, (bbb)(aaaa) when and (bbbb) where did each such meeting take place and (ccc) what was the purpose of each specified meeting?
Reply:
I and my Deputy have never had a meeting with the Gupta Family, nor their employees or a person who is a close associate of them.
25 April 2016 - NW883
Alberts, Mr ADW to ask the Minister of Transport
(1) Whether (a) the SA National Roads Agency and/or (b) its contractor, Electronic Toll Collections, followed a full tender process for the appointment of a certain company (name furnished) for collecting outstanding e-toll debt in Gauteng; if so, (2) whether the appointment of the specified company complied with the (a) Public Finance Management Act, Act 1 of 1999, (b) Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, Act 5 of 2000, and (c) Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act, Act 53 of 2003; if not, (i) why not and (ii) wat are the further relevant particulars; if so, what are the further relevant particulars; (3) what is the structure for the remuneration to be paid to the specified company for the collection of arrears e-toll debt in respect of (a) fees, (b) commission and (c) any other form of remuneration; (4) whether there is an option to renew the contract of the specified company; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (5) for what period the specified company has been appointed?
Reply:
- SANRAL followed a tender process for the overall toll system design, build and operations thereof, in 2009. Following this tender process, it appointed ETC Pty Ltd as the successful tenderer. This tender included the collection of outstanding e-Toll debt. This was revised to address the New Dispensation announced by the Deputy President, with specific reference to the 60% discount offering in respect of historic debt. ETC is therefore responsible for the collection of e-toll debt and may appoint 3rd parties to attend to this on their behalf. SANRAL only contracts (in terms of its Contract with ETC) with ETC and not directly with the 3rd party.
(2) As stated above, SANRAL appointed ETC in terms of the SCM requirements at the time (2009). SANRAL did not procure services with 3rd parties for debt collection. SANRAL has complied with all the requisite legislation.
(3) SANRAL does not pay the "specified company" and is not aware of the arrangements between ETC and that entity. SANRAL's contractual obligation is to ETC.
(4) As stated, SANRAL only has an agreement with ETC. ETC is responsible for the collection of debt for the contract period.
(4) SANRAL appointed ETC in 2009, as explained above. The contract will finish for the operations of the Transaction Clearing House (TCH) and the Violation Processing Centre (VPC) components of the project after 5 years of toll collection operations (ie. December 2013 to December 2018) and for the roadside equipment, maintenance and Open Road Toll (ORT) back office operations, after 8 years of toll collection operations. The collection of outstanding debt is managed within the VPC component of the contract.
25 April 2016 - NW1047
Mazzone, Ms NW to ask the Minister of Communications
Whether her department has conducted an audit of infrastructure and equipment at the SA Broadcasting Corporation; if not, why not; if so, (a) how much infrastructure and equipment needs to be replaced, (b) how much funding has been devoted to replacing outdated infrastructure and equipment and (c) how much has been spent on maintenance of existing infrastructure and equipment (i) in the (aa) 2012-13, (bb) 2013-14, (cc) 2014-15 and (dd) 2015-16 financial years and (ii) since 1 April 2016?
Reply:
No, it is not within the Department’s ambit to conduct an audit of infrastructure and equipment at the SABC.
The SABC’s capital expenditure requirements are set out in a five year long term capex plan. Major components of this plan are broadcast infrastructure, information technology, building works and electrical and mechanical plant. Information from the detailed long term capex plan is incorporated into the SABC’s the annual corporate plan each year. Funding allocated to capital expenditure in the current corporate plan (2016/17 to 2018/19) amounts to R432.23m for2016/17, R450.0m for 2017/18 and R406.9m for 2018/19.
Expenditure on repairs and maintenance of buildings and equipment by the SABC for the past four years is as follows:
|
Rm |
2012/13 |
22.8 |
2013/14 |
29.3 |
2014/15 |
27.9 |
2015/16 |
35.2 |
Total |
115.2 |
MR NN MUNZHELELE
DIRECTOR GENERAL [ACTING]
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
MS AF MUTHAMBI (MP)
MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS
DATE:
25 April 2016 - NW473
Marais, Mr S to ask the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans
(1)With reference to her 2015 Budget Speech, where she highlighted the fact that there are too few white individuals in the SA National Defence Force and indicated that a robust recruitment programme will be embarked on to rectify the demographics, (a) what are the criteria for the appointment of white recruits, (b) how many applications were received and (c) how many of the specified recruits who applied were subsequently appointed; (2) whether any policy is in place which requires a minimum level of education of new recruits; if not, why not; if so, what are the reasons for not (a) responding to the applications of white candidates with A-aggregates on their national senior certificates and (b) appointing white applicants with A-aggregates on their National Senior Certificates?
Reply:
1. (a) An effort was made to encourage white candidates to apply through media reports encouraging them to apply and by extending application dates to get a broader pool of candidates.
(b) 405 MSDS applications were received
(c) 99 white candidates were appointed and are undergoing Basic Military Training at the different training institutions
2. Yes, there is a Revised Implementation Instruction on the Military Skills Development System (DS/CDHRPP/DSS/R/104/31/2/1 dated 05 December 2003 ) in place which spells minimum level of education of new recruits and the Services have in addition own specific requirements which are reflected on their application forms.
(a) The SA Army did not use specific criteria to appoint white candidates. The SA Navy selected applicants that had Mathematics and Science with the minimum level of 3 and above for both subjects.
(b) The SAMHS appointed 18 white candidates with A aggregate and 15 with B-aggregate whereas 33 white candidates with A-aggregate could not be utilised as they were awaiting their Grade 12 results. The SA Army does not have specific criteria in appointing white candidates. Out of the 235 that the SA Army invited for the selection board process 124 reported and 111 did not. 49 white candidates did not meet the criteria in the SA Army. The SA Navy selected white candidates with level 3 and above in both Maths and Science on their National Senior Certificates.
25 April 2016 - NW1031
Majola, Mr F to ask the Minister of Transport
(a) When will the human factor analysis conducted by the Rail Safety Regulator of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa with regard to the Afro 4000 DC locomotives be completed and (b) what are the details of the process that will be followed should the specified analysis’ findings not comply with the desired criteria?
Reply:
a) Iam told that the human factors assessments will be conducted by PRASA and submitted to the RSR. To date, the report has not been submitted to the RSR to review and approve.
b) The RSR process will identify, once completed, any Cab Design challenges (If any) and these will be submitted to the Operator to provide a comprehensive rectification plan. Once this plan is approved by the regulator, the Locomotive will then be approved to be deployed in full operation.
25 April 2016 - NW1066
Mbhele, Mr ZN to ask the Minister of Police
With reference to his reply to question 3602 on 13 October 2015, what interventions is the SA Police Service management planning to take to prioritise human resource allocation to the Detective Service in order to reduce investigating officers' caseloads?
Reply:
The following interventions will be implemented to address the capacitation of Detective Service:
- The ringfencing of a percentage (as determined by the National Commissioner) of the entry level posts allocated on an annual basis for new police officers in order to capacitate Detective Service;
- The continious identification and transfer of skilled and trained police officers from other environments to Detective Service; and
- The annual advertisement of posts for the re-enlistment of former members especially detectives who left the Service.
25 April 2016 - NW760
Tarabella - Marchesi, Ms NI to ask the Minister of Health
(1)How many staff members resigned from their employ at the Aberdeen Hospital in the Eastern Cape (a) in the (i) 2013-14 and (ii) 2014-15 financial years and (b) since 1 April 2015; (2) whether exit interviews are conducted with staff who have resigned, before they leave; if not, why not; if so, what reasons have been supplied for the resignations in each case in each specified financial year; (3) whether he has taken any action to address concerns raised by employees who have resigned; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details of such action?
Reply:
According to the Eastern Cape Provincial Department of Health, the response is as follows:
- The following tables reflect the details in this regard
Resignations for the periods 2013/14, 2014/15 and 2015/16
2013/14 |
2014/15 |
2015/16 |
|||
Designation |
Number |
Designation |
Number |
Designation |
Number |
Professional Nurse |
3 |
Professional Nurse |
2 |
Professional Nurse |
3 |
Staff Nurse |
1 |
Medical Officer |
1 |
||
Radiographer* |
1 |
Nursing Assistant |
1 |
* There are currently 4 radiographers (3 permanent and 1 Community Service Radiographer)
Appointments for the periods 2013/14, 2014/15 and 2015/16
2013/14 |
2014/15 |
2015/16 |
|||
Designation |
Number |
Designation |
Number |
Designation |
Number |
Professional Nurse |
3 |
Professional Nurse |
2 |
Chief Executive Officer |
1 |
Nursing Assistant |
1 |
Staff Nurse |
1 |
Nursing Assistant |
1 |
Medical Officers (as of 22 March 2016) |
2 |
2. Exit interviews are conducted when employees leave the employ of any facility within the Department. The following are some of the reasons that were forwarded for resignations at Aberdeen Hospital:
- Desire to change to a different workplace;
- Inconsistent application of policy; and
- Lack of action in dealing with difficult employees.
3. The Department assesses all reasons for employees’ termination and provides feedback to line managers for corrective action.
- In respect of employee leaving for personal change, no action was taken as the employees were leaving of their free will;
- In respect of the other two reasons as mentioned above, the employees were engaged, but had indicated that they were no longer willing to stay.
END.