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07 January 2025 - NW2278

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Sithole, Mr KP to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether she and/or her department has the power to (a) address the dire living conditions and (b) upgrade infrastructure at hostels such as the (i) KwaMashu and (ii) Denver hostels and (c) ensure (i) effective oversight and (ii) accountability in eradicating corruption in (aa) housing allocation and (bb) tender processes; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, (aaa) what steps has she or her department taken in each case and (bbb) what are the further relevant details? NW3667

Reply:

a) The National Department of Human Settlements, through the Community Residential Units (CRU) Programme, provides grant funding to provinces and municipalities for the upgrading, conversion, or redevelopment of existing state-owned rental stock, including hostels. This programme targets low-income individuals and households earning below R3,500 per month who are unable to access private rental options.

Summary of KwaMashu Hostel conditions: The infrastructure at KwaMashu Hostel remains severely outdated and overcrowded, accommodating double the intended population. Overpopulation complicates basic utility installations, such as water and electricity meters. Allocations prioritize relocating tenants from old buildings to upgraded units, but enforcement of income qualification criteria remains challenging.

Overview of Gauteng Hostels: Gauteng hosts 65 hostel facilities, with only six directly managed by the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements. The remaining 59 hostels fall under the responsibility of respective municipalities, which oversee basic service provision and regular maintenance.

(b) (i) KwaMashu Hostel:

  • Since 2005, over 600 family units have been upgraded at the KwaMashu Hostel under initial phases. An additional 538 units are planned.
    • The first phase, involving 96 units, began in 2020 but faced delays due to bid documentation errors. Corrective measures are being implemented.
    • The second phase, involving 192 units at Isulabasha, commenced in 2021. By September 2024, contractors had been appointed for 96 units, with site establishment and decanting facilities underway. Another contractor awaits appointment for the remaining 96 units.
    • The third phase, involving 250 units, started in 2024 with design planning at Stage 3. Stage 4 finalization is ongoing, after which tenders will be issued.

(ii) Denver Hostel:

  • The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements (GDHS) owns Denver Hostel and is implementing the following interventions:
    • Routine cleaning, grass cutting, and rubble removal are conducted at least five times a week.
    • Major repairs addressing structural defects and water and sewer infrastructure are underway.
    • A designed Alternative Energy Solution project, including solar lighting, cooking, and water heating, is in progress for Denver and five other hostels.
    • Plans for a 2,000-unit precinct development to replace hostel structures with family units align with sustainable and integrated human settlement strategies.

(c) Oversight and accountability:

(i) Effective oversight:

  • The National Department conducts quarterly oversight meetings with provinces and municipalities implementing the CRU programme, supplemented by site visits.
  • Bi-monthly meetings regarding KwaMashu Hostel and weekly meetings for Denver Hostel involve provincial and municipal stakeholders, alongside hostel leadership.

(ii) Accountability in addressing corruption:

(aa) Housing allocation:

  • Allocation prioritises existing tenants, based on verified municipal records and project steering committee confirmation.

(bb) Tender processes:

  • Tender and procurement processes are centralized and overseen by Bid Committees established by Accounting Officers. Regular audits ensure compliance.
  • Both National and Provincial Departments investigate reported allegations of fraud or irregularities through their Anti-Corruption Units. Identified issues in housing allocation or tender processes are thoroughly addressed.

(aaa) Steps taken:

  • KwaMashu Hostel: The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements has initiated the construction of 538 new units, complementing previous upgrades. Professional services were secured to finalise planning and design stages, with tenders issued for subsequent construction phases. Delays due to bid document errors have been rectified to ensure compliance.
  • Denver Hostel: The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements is actively upgrading hostel conditions through structural repairs, cleaning, and innovative energy solutions. Progress includes a precinct development strategy targeting 2,000 family units to replace current hostel structures, fostering sustainable human settlements.

(bbb) Further details:

  • KwaMashu Hostel: Regular bi-monthly meetings with local leadership ensure project alignment and address challenges such as overcrowding and utility infrastructure issues. Site visits and monitoring reports confirm adherence to project timelines.
  • Denver Hostel: Weekly meetings with hostel leadership facilitate ongoing stakeholder engagement. Anti-Corruption Units actively investigate reported irregularities in allocation and tender processes, ensuring accountability and transparency.

07 January 2025 - NW2269

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Gcilishe, Ms S to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(a) What specific strategies has the Minister implemented to expedite the delivery of affordable housing with the aim of reducing the existing backlog and enhance living conditions, (b) how is the Government ensuring that the new housing developments are integrated with essential services such as electricity, water and sanitation to support living environments? (

Reply:

The Department of Human Settlements, has implemented a multifaceted approach to tackle the housing backlog and improve living conditions. Central to these efforts is the National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) Incubator Programme, which supports emerging developers through capacity building, construction oversight, and post-construction assistance, ensuring sustainable project delivery.

Additionally, collaborations with entities like the Development Bank of Southern Africa and international development finance institutions bolster resources and enhance integration with critical infrastructure. For service integration, the Department has embraced the Integrated Residential Development Programme (IRDP), which promotes the development of compact, well-serviced settlements.

Utilizing grants such as the Human Settlements Develop Grant (HSDG), Informal Settlement Upgrading Grant (ISUPG), Urban Settlement Development Grant (USDG), the Department has achieved significant milestones in delivering serviced sites, ensuring new housing projects align with essential amenities like water, electricity, and sanitation, fostering cohesive and sustainable communities.

The NHFC is soon to launch an Incubation & Post-investment support programme which aims to support emerging developers at every stage of their projects. The programme will ensure more housing units are delivered, loans are repaid, and new participants are integrated into the housing value chain, through the following: -

  • Capacity Building for Emerging Developers: The programme aims to assist aspiring developers from designated groups to meet funding requirements. It provides non-financial support, helping developers package and structure funding proposals effectively, ensuring sustainability.
  • Construction Phase Support: Developers receive assistance to complete projects on schedule, meet required specifications, and stay within budget.
  • Post-Construction Support: Developers are supported in marketing and selling units or managing rental units. This includes tenanting processes and facilities management best practices.

(b)

The integration of essential services into new housing developments is a cornerstone of the Department's efforts to create sustainable and livable communities. Guided by the Integrated Residential Development Programme (IRDP) outlined in Part 3 of the 2009 Housing Code, the Department focuses on addressing settlement inefficiencies by promoting the development of compact, well-planned settlements. The IRDP integrates various housing typologies across different price ranges with commercial and social amenities, ensuring that serviced sites play a pivotal role in creating inclusive and functional environments.

To achieve these goals, the Department leverages multiple funding mechanisms, including the Human Settlements Development Grant (HSDG), the Informal Settlement Upgrading Grant (ISUPG), and the Urban Settlements Development Grant (USDG). These grants are allocated annually to Provinces and Metropolitan Municipalities to service identified residential areas, enabling the delivery of essential infrastructure such as water, electricity, and sanitation.

From the 2019 to 2024 financial years, the Department delivered 231,032 serviced sites, achieving 77% of the targeted 300,000. Of these, 186,850 were developed using the HSDG, 22,004 through the ISUPG, and 22,178 via the USDG. These efforts underscore the Department's commitment to ensuring that housing developments are not only well-serviced but also contribute to fostering equitable and sustainable urban growth. By aligning infrastructure planning with housing delivery, the Department is creating integrated, resilient communities that improve quality of life for residents.

06 January 2025 - RNW1980

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Dlamini, Ms M to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether her department has put in place any alternatives for the persons displaced as a result of the evictions in eShowe and Sunnydale in the uMlalazi Local Municipality ward 12; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details.

Reply:

(1) The National Department of Human Settlements was not aware of any evictions in the Umlalazi Local Municipality. The National Department of Human Settlements has engaged the Umlalazi Local Municipality to establish facts about the said evictions and the municipality has responded that the land that is owned by the municipality was invaded by persons who had illegally “bought” the land from person/s who are not the landowners. The illegal invaders started building illegal shacks on the land and the municipality approached the court for an eviction order which was granted. The municipality has also indicated that the illegal land invaders have their own homes/properties where they reside, and they wanted this land as a secondary property.

06 January 2025 - RNW1934

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Dlamini, Ms M to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Ms M Dlamini (EFF) to ask the Minister of Human Settlements: what (a) the breakdown of (i) blocked projects and (ii) projects under distress in each province, (b) are the reasons that each project has been blocked or under distress, (c) are the financial implications in each case and (d) actions will be taken to resolve each situation in each case.

Reply:

Response to all questions [(a)(i)(ii),(b),(c) and (d)]:

Across the country, there are 271 blocked projects comprising of 262 blocked projects for BNG housing units, and 9 distressed Social Housing projects. These projects face diverse challenges ranging from contractor abandonment to infrastructure shortages and social disputes. The most severely impacted provinces include KwaZulu-Natal, Free State, and North West, with substantial financial allocations already committed, particularly in KwaZulu-Natal, where over R5.8 billion has been budgeted. This information is according to what the provinces had presented during an engagement with the portfolio committee on Human Settlements held on 22 November 2024.

Provincial Analysis

Eastern Cape

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 16 blocked projects.

ii. Number of distressed Social Housing: 1

(b) Reasons for blocked projects:

  • Poor contractor performance.
  • Lack of municipal bulk infrastructure.

(c) Financial implications: Approximately R1.6 billion for blocked projects.

(d) Actions to be taken: The province will use framework agreements to appoint skilled professionals and contractors to expedite the completion of these projects.

Free State

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 60 blocked projects.

ii. Number of Distressed Social Housing: 1

(b) Reasons for blocked projects: Contractors abandoned projects after receiving trench payments.

(c) Financial implications: Not specified.

(d) Actions to be taken: Site verifications will be conducted, and municipalities will collaborate to resume construction in phases.

Gauteng

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 45 blocked projects.

ii. Number of distressed Social Housing: 3

(b) Reasons for blocked projects: Projects were abandoned by contractors.

(c) Financial implications: Not specified.

(d) Actions to be taken: Structural assessments have been completed at a cost of R18 million, and an implementation plan has been put in place to restart the projects with 126 units, with construction designs undertaken.

KwaZulu-Natal

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 46 blocked projects.

ii. Number of distressed Social Housing: 2

(b) Reasons for blocked projects:

  • Social resistance.
  • Bulk infrastructure challenges.
  • Land invasions.
  • Financial mismanagement.

(c) Financial implications: Approximately R5.8 billion for blocked projects.

(d) Actions to be taken: The province has finalized an implementation plan and is actively engaging stakeholders to resolve the challenges.

Limpopo

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 27

ii. No distressed projects

(b) Reasons for blocked projects:

  • Poor contractor performance.
  • Demands from business forums.
  • Inaccessible terrain.

(c) Financial implications: Not specified.

(d) Actions to be taken: Structural audits will be conducted to 1 500 units, and new contractors will be appointed to continue the work. The Province has committed to construct 305 units in the 2024/2025 financial year, with a budget of R7.9 million.

Mpumalanga

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 2 blocked projects.

ii. Number of distressed Social Housing: 2

(b) Reasons for blocked projects:

  • Lack of municipal bulk infrastructure.
  • Illegal ground-floor occupations.

(c) Financial implications: Not specified.

(d) Actions to be taken: Plans to evict illegal occupants and restore site viability are in progress.

Northern Cape

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 8 blocked projects.

ii. No distressed projects

(b) Reasons for blocked projects: Contractors abandoned the projects.

(c) Financial implications: R113 million for blocked projects.

(d) Actions to be taken: New contractors will be appointed to finalize the projects.

North West

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 48 blocked projects.

ii. No distressed projects

(b) Reasons for blocked projects:

  • Misappropriation of funds by municipalities.
  • Escalating material costs.

(c) Financial implications: Not specified.

(d) Actions to be taken: Structural conditions are being assessed, and funds will be reallocated to ensure completion.

Western Cape

(a) i. Number of blocked projects: 10 blocked projects.

ii. No distressed projects

(b) Reasons for blocked projects:

  • Delays in beneficiary approvals.
  • Contractor inefficiencies.
  • incomplet documentation.

(c) Financial implications: R256.64 million for blocked projects.

(d) Actions to be taken: Beneficiary records will be updated, and pending approvals will be expedited.

06 January 2025 - RNW1829

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Tafeni, Ms N to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether, following the court order for the eviction of poor and homeless persons at the precinct of the Castle of Good Hope, which the City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality has committed to execute soon, she has engaged with the municipality to ensure that the homeless people are provided with shelter; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what further steps has she taken to deal with the trigger‑happy behavior of the City of Cape Town with regard to evicting poor people?

Reply:

(a) The Minister of Human Settlements is aware of the orders placed against the illegal occupants who illegally occupy the Castle of Good Hope. It is the understanding of the Minister that the first order was issued on 29th of July 2024 and a supplementary order was issued on the 20th of September 2024. It is important to emphasize that the Minister of Human Settlements does not condone the illegal occupation of public or private property as happened in the Castle of Good Hope in the City of Cape Town. The Department of Human Settlements, through various Intergovernmental Relations Forums engages with the City of Cape Town on matters of Human Settlements and Emergency Housing in particular. The Minister has visited several areas in the city and provided grant funding through the metropolitan municipality to ensure that disadvantaged communities, especially the poor and landless communities have access to basic services.

Regarding the assurance that the evictees are provided with shelter, the supplementary order of the High Court of South Africa (Western Cape Division) dated the 20th of September 2024 states categorically clearly that the City of Cape Town shall provide alternative accommodation in the form of a place at the City’s Safe Spaces being Safe Space 1, Safe Space 2or the Ebenezer Safe Space 3. The City of Cape Town has not registered with the department any difficulty in executing the order or any desire for support regarding the accommodation of the evictees.

06 January 2025 - RNW2154

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Gamede, Mr T I to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether , considering that municipalities that collaborate with her department can create integrated , resilient communities that meet resident’s evolving needs while supporting economic growth, social harmony and environmental stewardship and noting the apparent lack of collaboration, she has found that there are specific (a) organisational,(b) political and or / (c) financial barriers that prevent municipalities and human settlements departments from working together effectively; if not; what is the position in this regard; if so , what are the relevant details ?

Reply:

The Department of Human Settlements recognises the critical role that collaboration between municipalities and the department plays in creating integrated, resilient communities that align with the principles of economic growth, social harmony, and environmental stewardship. The department has engaged in extensive analysis to identify barriers to effective collaboration. These include:

(a) Organisational barriers:

  • Capacity constraints: Many municipalities face challenges with adequate technical and human resource capacity, which affects their ability to plan and implement housing and settlement projects effectively.
  • Coordination issues: Misalignment in planning cycles and priorities between municipalities and the department often leads to delays and inefficiencies.
  • Information and data sharing: Limited integration of data systems hinders comprehensive planning and monitoring efforts. The integration relies on data security which ensures that data is protected from unauthorized access during transmission and storage. Data accuracy and integrity also affect the data sharing environment because shared data must remain accurate and unaltered for reliable decision making.

(b) Political barriers:

  • There are currently no political barriers, government priorities remain the same irrespective of political changes.
  • The Minister holds community Izimbizo to follow-up on the matters raised by the community.

(c) Financial barriers:

  • Budgetary constraints: Municipalities often face financial limitations, which impede their ability to co-fund or independently initiate projects that align with national strategies.
  • Conditional grants and underutilization: Challenges in accessing or fully utilizing conditional grants allocated for housing development can delay project implementation.
  • Dependency on transfers: Overreliance on national transfers with limited local revenue generation reduces flexibility for municipalities to address specific housing needs.

The department remains committed to address these barriers and foster collaboration with municipalities, ensuring the effective realization of human settlement goals that contribute to sustainable, resilient communities.

06 January 2025 - RNW2028

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What are the reasons that her department has not met sectoral indicators despite the great number of changes in the sectoral targets and/or indicators and the fact that the budget spent in almost as high as the original Medium-Term Strategic Framework 2019/20 budget?

Reply:

The Department did not meet the sectoral targets during the 2019/24 Medium-Term Strategic Framework (MTSF) period due to the following:

  • Construction sector slow down and funding redirected to contribute to the Presidential stimulation package during the 2020/21 FY due to COVID 19.
  • Cabinet introduced budget cuts amounting to R14.6 billion over the 2020 MTEF period.
  • An amount of R92.106 million was redirected to eThekwini Metropolitan during 2022/23 financial year as a response to the disasters.

06 January 2025 - RNW2068

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Dlamini, Ms M to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Given that the Youth in Property Association (YIPA) have recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the Social Housing Regulatory Authority with the aim of registering a Social Housing Institutions and ultimately building social housing in the City of Tshwane and/or other restructuring zones in the province, what are the full detals of (a) the demand surveys that were done in the City of Tshwane and (b) how the social housing backlog is going to be addressed in Gauteng province; (2) whether there are any land parcels that have been identified to be accessed by the YIPA; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?

Reply:

(1) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and support to YIPA

The Youth in Property Association (YIPA) signed an MoU with the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) in 2023. Through this partnership, SHRA provides pre-accreditation training and capacity-building support to YIPA members. One such entity, Eyabantu, formed by YIPA constituents, is currently receiving pre-accreditation support valued at R200,000. This assistance includes working with an appointed service provider to establish a fully accredited Social Housing Institution (SHI).

(a) Demand Surveys Conducted in Tshwane

As part of SHRA’s Municipal Support Programme, comprehensive demand studies have been conducted across Gauteng Province, including the City of Tshwane. These studies assess market potential within Tshwane's 19 Integration and Restructuring Zones. The results, detailed in a study conducted by Urban Studies in February 2023, show an annual demand for affordable rental housing ranging between 4,372 and 7,999 units, as detailed in the table below.

Table 1: City of Tshwane Market Demand Study for Affordable Rental Housing (Urban Studies, February 2023)

(b) Addressing the Social Housing backlog in Gauteng

Over the 2019-2024 Medium-Term Strategic Framework (MTSF) period, a total of 13,885 social housing units were completed nationally, with Gauteng accounting for 9,520 units (approximately 69% of total delivery).

In 2017, the national demand for social housing was estimated at 320,000 units, with 74% of the demand located in metropolitan municipalities and 26% in secondary towns and cities. This figure has likely increased due to demographic shifts and household growth. Additional demand studies, such as those completed for the West Rand District (2022), are ongoing in other areas, including Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, and Emfuleni, to update backlog figures and refine project pipelines.

Currently, the supply of social housing is insufficient to meet the growing demand, averaging 2,785 units annually over the past decade. Addressing the backlog will require:

  • Increased coordination among stakeholders.
  • Alignment of provincial project pipelines.
  • Reprioritisation of budgets to scale delivery within a programme that presently receives about 3% of the total Human Settlements Vote

(c) Land parcels identified for YIPA

Securing land parcels will depend on Eyabantu’s successful accreditation as a Social Housing Institution (SHI). Once accredited, acquiring land through offers to purchase (OTPs) or long-term leases will form part of the capital grant considerations.

Eyabantu has already identified and confirmed an OTP for properties located in Johannesburg Central. Additionally, the entity is actively screening other potential land development opportunities to expand its portfolio and support future housing initiatives.

06 January 2025 - RNW2377

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Trollip, Mr A to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Whether, with reference to the provision of housing in Mdantsane, Buffalo City, where promises of housing have been made since 2013, she will furnish Mr R A Trollip with the (a) 2013 list of 500 identified housing beneficiaries and (b) 2019 list of additional 1 000 identified housing beneficiaries; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) what (a) total budget was allocated for the provision of the specified 1 500 houses in Mdantsane in the 2013 14 financial year and (b) total amount of the allocated budget has been spent to date; (3) whether any tenders have been issued for the construction of housing in Mdantsane; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details of the (a) tenders and (b) amounts associated with each tender; (4) whether any houses been constructed for the community; if not, why not; if so, (a) what number and (b) who has occupied the houses?

Reply:

  1. (a) and (b) The 2013 list of 500 identified housing beneficiaries and the 2019 list of the additional 1 000 identified housing beneficiaries have been consolidated into one list. 1 314 beneficiaries have been approved to date. The list is attached as Annexure A.
  2. (a) Allocated budget R 339,5 million. (b) Expenditure to date R 37,2 million.
  3. (a) The developer of the project is Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, who appointed the Housing Development Agency as the Implementing Agent for the Mdantsane project, Zone 18 1500 units. Project is currently under construction.
  4. R 339, 5 million has been allocated to the project.
  5. (a) There are 104 houses completed to date.
  6. Approved beneficiaries have occupied the completed houses.

Annexure A

06 January 2025 - RNW2027

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements:

With reference to the Auditor-General’s report for the 2022‑23 financial year that highlights the poor performance of entities reporting to her, what new monitoring systems has her department developed to make sure that (a) her department and (b) entities reporting to her perform against their own set targets and thereby prevent delays in delivering houses which compromise the efforts to reduce the housing backlog?

Reply:

(a) Monitoring Systems the Department Developed to Ensure Performance Against Set Targets and Prevent Delays in Delivering Houses.

The Department conducts an assessment of provincial annual performance plans (APPs) prior to tabling before the relevant legislatures and provides feedback to the provinces. The purpose is to ensure that provincial APPs incorporate the targets aimed at accelerating housing delivery, thereby reducing the housing backlog.

The performance on the set targets is monitored quarterly through the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME) electronic quarterly reporting system (eqprs) and feedback is provided to the provinces for corrections, if necessary, before their submission to the Offices of the Premier and the DPME.

In respect of performance by the sector, the Department enhanced monitoring systems as noted below:

Monitoring and Evaluation Framework

The Department conducts quarterly oversight visits and performance reviews across all provincial departments, metropolitan municipalities, and entities within the human settlements sector. These visits focus on analysing progress, identifying challenges, and implementing corrective measures to enhance service delivery.

Additionally, the Department has implemented a digital dashboard system to track real-time performance data. This tool enables early identification of underperformance and facilitates prompt intervention by decision-makers.

The Department also monitors grant performance across provinces, metros, and entities, in particular, the Human Settlements Development Grant (HSDG), the Informal Settlements Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG), and the Urban Settlement Development Grant (USDG) by:

  • Analysing monthly and quarterly performance information submitted by provinces.  
  • Holding quarterly performance review meetings.  
  • Conducting quarterly structured project-level monitoring visits.  
  • Performing ad-hoc project verification visits by project management specialists.  

The monitoring of grants further strengthens the DHS's oversight and ensures effective and efficient utilization of grant funds.

Monitoring Systems for Reporting by the Provinces and Metros

The Department has introduced structured Quarterly Provincial, Municipal, and Human Settlements Entities Performance Review Sessions. These sessions bring together key stakeholders to assess the performance of all entities against their annual targets. The sessions reconcile reported data, ensure accountability, and address any deviations in delivering housing projects.

The Department’s entities are further supported through the Technical MinMec, a sectoral committee that deliberates on technical and administrative matters before presenting recommendations to the Human Settlements MinMec. This platform allows for in-depth discussions on sector challenges and provides a cooperative environment to develop solutions that prevent delays in the housing delivery process.

Strengthening Sector Oversight

The Department works closely with the Auditor-General to address audit findings and has developed an Audit Action Plan to mitigate identified risks. This plan is monitored through monthly meetings with provinces and metros to ensure its implementation and adherence to governance standards.

Collaboration and Capacity Building

The Department continues to provide support to provinces and municipalities to build capacity and strengthen their project planning and implementation capabilities. This includes technical support, training sessions, and sharing of best practices from successful housing delivery projects.

Through these measures, the Department is committed to reducing the housing backlog and ensuring that all entities under its portfolio deliver on their mandates efficiently and effectively.

(b) Monitoring Systems the Department Developed to Ensure Performance by the Entities Against Set Targets and Prevent Delays in Delivering Houses.

As part of the enhancement of monitoring activities, the Department now requires entities to confirm that quarterly reports have been subjected to a quality assurance process to provide comfort about the level of integrity of reported information. In the 2023/24 financial year, the Department consolidated sector performance review sessions to include Human Settlements entities quarterly. This is in line with the Intergovernmental Relations Framework. This is an enhanced monitoring approach as it provides a platform for the resolution of inter-sectoral challenges, considering the fact that human settlements are a concurrent function. In addition, the enhanced Shareholder Compact requires entities to achieve a minimum performance of 80% on their APP targets failure to that their Accounting Authorities have to provide reasons for such performance and recovery plan with timelines to the Executive Authority. This is another effort to ensure that entities are monitored and held accountable for poor performance.

06 January 2025 - RNW1387

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What (a) is the status of the N12 Development Project in Matlosana Local Municipality, (b) is the total number of beneficiaries who have benefited from the project, and (c) is the total amount that has been spent on the project thus far?

Reply:

(a) Status of the N12 Development project in Matlosana Local Municipality:

The N12 development is a catalytic project implemented by both the North West Provincial Department of Human Settlements and Matlosana Local Municipality and it is funded by the provincial department through their Human Settlements Development Grant allocation. The project is intended to yield different housing typologies and socio-economic amenities.

The bulk civil engineering services installations were implemented in a phased approached and to date, bulk and internal services have been completed except for the illegally occupied extension 12 of the project.

(b) The total number of beneficiaries who have benefited from the project:

The total number of project beneficiaries planned to benefit from this project is 8400 households spread within various income bands. However, 1667 low-income households are intended to benefit from this project. To date, 165 beneficiaries have received completed houses. 

(c) Total amount has been spent on the project thus far:

The appointed developers were initially appointed to design and install bulk and internal services as well as the construction of top structures. To date, an amount of R1,050,701,036.48 was spent on the project.

09 December 2024 - NW1798

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Kegakilwe, Ms BM to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What steps has she taken to guarantee the restoration of homes to their rightful owners as more than 1 000 beneficiaries of the Breaking New Ground housing project in the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality are reportedly living in squalor as invaders illegally occupy their homes?

Reply:

The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality has re-evicted the illegal invaders in terms of the court order issues in 2019 which was issued in terms of the principles of mandament van Spolie and not necessarily an eviction in terms of PIE Act. This type of eviction implies that the city bears no responsibility or obligation of finding alternative accommodation to the evicted illegal invaders.

According to the Municipality, it is currently not responding to any correspondence in that the court order indicated that there are no known respondents on this matter. “The respondents in the present invasion are also unknown at this stage.

The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality is in the process of opening a criminal case against these persistent invaders and re-evict the illegal occupants for the third time. This operation is deemed as a very dangerous one as the illegal occupants are armed with deadly weapons and a well-planned operation will soon be done. The metro is currently working with the State Security Agency who will be advising on how to carefully execute this seemingly dangerous eviction.

09 December 2024 - NW2045

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What are the (a) relevant details of all the delegates who attended the World Urban Forum Summit, (b)(i) the names of the delegates her department paid for (ii) the related costs and (c) the relevant details of all the related expenses spent on the trip?

Reply:

a) A total of seventy-four (74) as per details below:

NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

 

Hon Mmamoloko Kubayi

Minister

Dr Alec  Moemi

Director – General

Dr Lufuno Marwala

Advisor to Minister

Mr Terrence Manase

Minister’s Spokesperson

Ms Nompumelolo Tshaba

Personal Assistant to Minister

Ms Vanessa January

Stakeholder Manager: Office of the Minister

Dr Lwandiso Mpepho

Deputy Director Multi-Lateral Relations

Ms Nwabisa Dyantyis

Deputy Director Bi-Lateral Relations

Mr Isaac Skhosana

Assistant Director- Communication Services

Mr Thulani Hlophe

Communications Officer

Ms Rebaneilwe Mashile

Secretary-International Relations

SOUTH AFRICAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SALGA)

 

Cllr Xola Pakati:

Deputy President

Ald Xolani Sotashe

Chairperson for National Working Group on Human Settlements

Cllr Neo Masegela

 

Chairperson of Planning & Land Use Management NWG

Mthobeli Kolisa

 

Chief Officer: IDS

Ms Thembeka Mthethwa

Chief Financial Officer

Mr Seane Khahle

Portfolio Head: Built Environment

Zodidi Meyiswa

Senior Advisor: Human Settlements

Prashina Mohangi

Senior Advisor: Built Environment & Planning

Cllr Jongizizwe Dlabathi

Chairperson: Gauteng

MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT

PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

Hon Albert Mammoga Seabi

Chairperson

Hon Sello Leon Dithebe

Member of PC

Ms K Naiidoo

Assistant Committee Sec

WESTERN CAPE

Mr Tertuis Simmers (MPL)

Member of the Executive Council

Mr Nathan Adriaanse

Director Communications and Stakeholder

Mr Carmen Hartnick

Executive Support to Minister

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Mr Carl Pophaim

Member of Mayoral Committee for Human Settlements (MMC)- Cape Town

GAUTENG

 

Ms Tasneem Motara (MPL)

Member of the Executive Council

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Cllr Mlungisi Mabaso -COJ

Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC)

Mr Sabelo Nyuswa

MMC Support

Mr Sakhile Mpanza

MMC Support

KWAZULU-NATAL

 PROVINCIAL & LOCAL GOVERNMENT

 

Mr Thulani Bhengu

Deputy Director- General KZN Huma Settlements

Mr Martin Xaba

Head: Safer Cities Units

Ms Nevana Srikissoon

Manager: Projects

Ms Roshini Bob

Project Executive (Community & Emergency Services Cluster

Ms Sarah Watson

Project Coordinator: Human Settlements Unit

Mr Faizal Seedat

Senior Manager (Planning): Human Settlements Unit

EASTERN CAPE

 

Ms Siphokazi Mani-Lusithi (MPL)

Member of the Executive Council

Mr Edmond D Quintin Venn

Acting Head of Office

Mr Siyabonga Mdodi

Media Liaison officer

Mr Mthobeli Mbambanisi

Regional Director- Buffalo City Metro

Ms Siyamthanda Heshula

Personal Assistant to the MEC

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

 

Cllr Thembinkosi Mafana

Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC)- NMBM

Mr Thabiso Mfeya

Executive Director NMBM

Cllr Malibongwe Mfazwe

Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC) -BCMM

Mr Luyanda Mbula

Head of office- BCMM

FREE STATE

 

Mr Teboho  Mokoena (MPL)

Member of Executive Council, COGTA and Human Settlements

Ms Carol Tlali

Chief Director: Human Settlement Development Planning

Ms. Zimasa Mbewu,

 

Director: Communication, Human Settlement

Ms Lindelwa Dabi

 

Assistant Director: Foreign Relations, Office of the Premier

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

 

Cllr Ntombi Nhlapo

Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC) -Mangaung

MPUMALANGA

 

Mr Speed Katishi Mashilo

Member of the Executive Council

Ms Hazel Zitha

Acting HOD

Mr Doctor Nkosi

Chief Director: Integrated Human Settlements

NORTH WEST

 

Mr Oageng Molapisi

Member of the Executive Council

Ms Kgomotso Mahlobo

Head of Office

Ms Kgomotso Mmusi

MEC support

Mr Lerato Gamba

Communications Officer

NORTHERN CAPE

 

Mr Brently Vaas (MPL)

Member of the Executive Council

Mr Mayenzeke Meshack Mbekushe

Head of Ministry

Mr Bafedile Shadrack Lenkoe

Head of Department 

LIMPOPO

 

Mr Rodgers B Makamu (MPL)

Member of the Executive Council

Dr Modjadji Malahlela

Head of office

Ms Ivy Makamu

Deputy Director General :ISHS

Ms Masedi Molebatsi

Media Liaison Officer

STATE-OWNED ENTITIES

HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

SOCIAL HOUSING REGULATORY(SHRA)

Ms Pulane Thobejane

Chairperson

Mr Lebowa Letsoalo

Acting Chief Executive Officer

NATIONAL HOME BUILDER REGISTRATION COUNCIL (NHBRC)

 

Mr Songezo Booi

Chief Executive Officer

Mr Refilwe Lediga

Council member

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (HDA)

 

Hosi Ngove 

Chairperson

Ms Emily Ngcobo

Programme Manager Special Project

NATIONAL HOUSING FINANCE COUNCIL (NHFC)

 

Mr Luthando Vutula

Chairperson

Ms Azola Mayekiso

Chief Executive Officer

Mr Ambrose Mlambo

Communications officer

 b)(i)Kubayi M :Hon Minister, Marwala L: Minister's Advisor, Tshaba N: Minister's Private Secretary, Manase TM: Minister's Spokesperson, January MV: Communications Outreach Officer, Moemi ME: Director General, Mashile R:Senior Secretary, Dyantyis N: Deputy Director: Bilateral and Multilateral, Hlope TW: Senior Communications Officer, Skhosana I: Assistant Director Media Relations, Dr Mpepho LA: Deputy Director International Relations, Masikane S: Journalist, Fekisi L: Journalist, Njokweni G: Journalist, Sekuki M: Journalist:

(b)(ii)The total of related costs incurred amount to R 2 228 296.66

(c) All the related expenses of the trip are as follows:

    

                                      Details                                                                                   

      Amount                                       

1

Daily allowance paid for the delegates

       R94 802.56  

2

Accommodation       

R 933 150.00

3

Air Transport 

R 982 734.10 

4

Shuttle 

  R 209 635.00

5

Travel Insurance 

   R 7 975.00

 

 

R2 228 296.66

 

NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

QUESTION NUMBER: PQ 2045 [NW3441E]

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 18 NOVEMBER 2024

Ms. L BELE

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

DATE:

Recommended/ Nor recommended

Dr. A MOEMI

DIRECTOR-GENERAL: HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

DATE:

Supported/ Not supported

Ms. M.T. KUBAYI, MP

MINISTER OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS

DATE:

09 December 2024 - NW1796

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Dithebe, Mr SL to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What targeted strategies are in place to manage the anticipated increased housing demand (details furnished) as we approach 2030 of the National Development Plan?

Reply:

The Department works within the available budget and for the 2024-2029 MTDP has planned to focus on increased access to adequate housing through various programmes that include:

  1. Upgrade 4075 informal settlements by completing Phases 1, 2 & 3 of the National Housing Code (provision of security of tenure, engineering infrastructure, basic services and activating community-based livelihood strategies)
  2. Development of 237 000 housing units through various programmes for households earning less than R3500 per annum
  3. Complete 314 000 serviced sites through various programmes
  4. Disburse 140 000 subsidies and loans through various affordable housing interventions to households in the gap market (households earning more that R3500 / month)
  5. Develop 15 000 Social Rental Housing units completed in restructuring zones

03 December 2024 - NW1660

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Michalakis, Mr G to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What (a) does it cost on average to register the title deed to an RDP house in a beneficiary’s name, (b) number of such properties have been transferred from the State to beneficiaries in each of the nine provinces during the 2023-24 financial year and (c) plans does her department have in place to simplify the transfer of property, especially property of a lower value?

Reply:

a) The registration cost for an RDP house is not linked to the market price of the property, but provided for in the Housing Subsidy Quantum in the amounts of R735.00 and R1 350.00 for beneficiary verification and conveyancing respectively.

b) During the 2023/24 financial year a total of 18 458 state-subsidised properties have been transferred to beneficiaries. The total delivery per province is listed in the below:

Eastern Cape 1,484

Free State 196

Gauteng 2,667

KwaZulu Natal 990

Limpopo 1205

Mpumalanga 2,868

Northern Cape 319

North West 5,299

Western Cape 3500

c) The property transfer process is regulated by the Deeds Registries Act, 47 of 1937 and administered by the Office of the Registrar of Deeds, under the Ministry of Rural Development and Land Reform.

Where a beneficiary is confirmed and only conveyancing is required, the process is fairly straightforward and with collaboration and through maintaining good working relations with the Deeds Registries, this process have been reduced to an average of 6 working days for the subsidy market.

The challenges that the Department of Human Settlements are encountering with registering title deeds are not found in the deeds transfer process as provided for by the Deeds Registry, but rather with pre-planning processes and beneficiary verification. The Department therefore has put measures in place to deal with those.

03 December 2024 - NW1823

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Gamede, Mr T I to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether, given the apparent lack of collaboration between her department and municipalities, there are specific organisational, political and/or financial barriers that prevent such collaboration for effective housing delivery; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details. 2. what has she found are the tangible effects felt by communities due to the lack of such collaboration, in terms of delays in housing projects, lack of essential services and/or substandard living conditions?

Reply:

1. The National Department of Human Settlements is implementing the District Development Model (DDM), that was approved by Cabinet in August 2019 as an operational model for improving Cooperative Governance aimed at building a capable, ethical Developmental State.

The DDM seeks to improve collaborative efforts between National, Provinces and Local Government. In doing so, the Department has deployed Senior Managers to work with provinces and local government in order to improve service delivery.

2. I am not aware of tangible effects felt by communities that are only as a result of lack of collaboration, in terms of delays in housing projects, lack of essential services and/or substandard living conditions.

03 December 2024 - NW1455

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Zibi, Mr SS to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

With regard to social housing in the City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality (Cape Town Metro), what total number of social housing institutions (a) have been accredited by her department in the Westen Cape to deliver and/or build social housing units and (b) are currently in operation in the Cape Town Metro; (2) What total number of social housing units were delivered and/or built in the Cape Town metro in the period 2019 to 2024; (3) What is the envisaged number of social housing units to be delivered and/or built in the Cape Town Metro by her department in the specified period; (4) Whether her department has done any costing for the delivery and/or building of the specified social housing units; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details:

Reply:

1 (a) There are (10) Social Housing Institutions that have been accredited by the department through our entity Social Housing Regulatory Authority in the Western Cape Province. It is also important to note that accreditation does not restrict delivery of Social Housing to a particular province e.g. an institution that is accredited and domiciled in the Eastern Cape/Gauteng could also provide services in the Western Cape.

(b) Out of the (10) accredited SHIs, eight (8) of them are currently operating in the City of Cape Town Metropolitan area which are as follows:

  1. Cape Town Community Housing Company (CTCHC)
  2. Communicare
  3. DCI Community Housing Services
  4. Povicom
  5. Madulammoho Housing Association
  6. Own Haven Housing Association
  7. SOHCO
  8. Urban Status Rentals

2. During the Medium-Term Strategic Framework period of 2019-2024, the department was able to deliver a total of 2 143 social housing units around the City of Cape Town through the Social Housing Regulatory Authority which is an entity of the department.

3. The envisaged number of social housing units to be delivered and or built in the Cape Town Metro during the 2024/2025 financial year is 538 units.

4. The cost of the 2 143 units delivered during the period of 2019 to 2024 was costed at the total amount of R732 million from the capital grant. The below table indicates the approved and delivered projects:

No

Project Name

Project Status

Capital Grant Awarded (R’m)

Units Completed MTSF 2019-2024

% Completed

1

The Block

Completed

79.45

512

100%

2

Regent Villas Ph1

Completed

29.39

104

100%

3

Bothasig Gardens P3

Completed

90.87

314

100%

4

Conradie Park P1

Completed

142.94

432

100%

5

Regent Villas Ext 1

Completed

17.35

60

100%

6

Maitland Mews

Completed

68.06

204

100%

7

Goodwood Station

Tenanting

303.98

517

49%

 

 

Total

732.05

2 143

80%

03 December 2024 - NW1676

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Dlamini, Ms M to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(a) What are the causes of the delay on finalising the building of homes for the people who have been moved from Boknes in the Ndlambe Local Municipality, (b) to whom does the land belong, and (c) what actions have been taken to ensure that the people remained in Boknes where they even have their ancestral remains?

Reply:

(a) What are the causes of delay on finalising of homes for people who have been moved from Boknes in the Ndlambe Local Municipality?

In terms of the information received from the Eastern Caper Provincial Department of Human Settlements, the people who have been removed from Boknes area were relocated to Marselle 500 Zihagu project where there is currently an Informal Upgrading Programme that is under implementation. They were removed from there because the area is close to a dump site and is not suitable for development. The High Court issued an eviction order of the beneficiaries in April 2023.

The Municipality is busy with township establishment and zoning of the area. An application will be submitted by Municipality to Environmental Affairs for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for approval by the end of November 2024.  Upon approval of the Record of Decision from the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT), the Municipality will be able to install permanent services and start planning for the commencement of top structures. Currently, the beneficiaries have been allocated permanent sites and have access to the following interim services:

  • Water provision (Water tanks with stands)
  • Sewer provision (Low flush pedestal toilets)
  • Wheelie bins

(b) To whom does the land belong to?

The Boknes land belongs to Ndlambe Local Municipality.

 c) What actions have been taken to ensure that the people remained in Boknes where they even have their ancestral remains?

The area is close to a dump site and is not suitable for development hence the beneficiaries were removed and relocated to Marselle 500 Zihagu project where there is currently an Informal Upgrading Programme that is under implementation. The Regional Manager from Environment Affairs in the Sarah Baartman region visited the Boknes area, and the findings suggested that they would not have approved any construction of housing units on the landfill, as people will be exposed to methane gas which is a danger to their health.

Due to reasons alluded to above, the High Court issued an eviction order of the beneficiaries in April 2023. There were initially 14 affected beneficiaries, however only nine (9) of them relocated to Marselle 500 Zihagu. Ndlambe Municipality confirms that there are still available sites for the five (5) remaining people that have not yet relocated.

02 December 2024 - NW2159

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Gamede, Mr T I to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What are the reasons that there has not been any practical measures and/or strategies adopted and implemented by her department to enhance the synergy and effectively address challenges with regard to human settlements in particular amongst key stakeholders, such as the Department of (a) Water and Sanitation, (b) Electricity and Energy and (c) Police to ensure that progress is made and achieved? (

Reply:

The Department of Human Settlements recognizes the importance of addressing the challenges in human settlements through an integrated and collaborative approach.

a) Collaboration with the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
The Department of Human Settlements works closely with the DWS through joint planning initiatives to address critical water supply challenges in human settlements. Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) are utilized at municipal levels to ensure that water and sanitation infrastructure are prioritized in housing developments. The synergy has been bolstered by the alignment of strategies such as the National Water and Sanitation Master Plan and the Human Settlements Framework to achieve sustainable service delivery.

b) Collaboration with the Department of Electricity and Energy
With the pressing need for energy security and sustainability, the Department partners with the Department of Electricity and Energy to integrate renewable energy solutions and improve electricity access in human settlements. Initiatives include the use of energy-efficient technologies in housing projects and the rollout of alternative energy solutions in areas without access to the national grid. Collaboration is facilitated through the Economic and Infrastructure Development Cluster, ensuring the alignment of energy policies with housing development priorities.

c) Collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS)
Addressing safety and security within human settlements is essential for sustainable development. The Department collaborates with SAPS under the Justice, Crime Prevention, and Security Cluster to identify and address crime hotspots in housing developments. Through Community Policing Forums (CPFs) and urban design measures that promote safety, such as improved lighting and surveillance, the Department ensures that residents live in secure environments.

The introduction of a white paper aims to foster collaboration among stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes. The challenges such as budget constraints, coordination inefficiencies, and capacity limitations remain.

21 November 2024 - NW1807

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

With reference to the report of the Auditor-General showing unreliable reporting by her department and the entities that report to her, coupled with the inability to assess performance and/or take action, which results in beneficiaries not receiving their social houses and housing subsidy, what are the relevant details of the actions and strategies that will be taken to stop the continuous failure by entities that are supposed to render a service on behalf of her department?

Reply:

The entities are required to develop an audit action plan, outlining action steps and timeframes taken to address the audit findings emanating from the 2023/24 annual audit. The Department monitors the progress of entities with the implementation of the specified action steps on a quarterly basis and entities account accordingly.

21 November 2024 - NW1821

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What steps has she taken to address the allegations of financial mismanagement and fraud at the National Housing Finance Corporation?

Reply:

I am not aware of financial mismanagement or fraud at the National Housing Finance Corporation. Should any substantive information be brought to my attention confirming such, the matter will be investigated, and corrective steps will be taken, including consequence management.

21 November 2024 - NW1822

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Gamede, Mr T I to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Considering that incorporating the traditional leaders, civic groups and community representatives in housing and human settlement initiatives is vital to the success and longevity of the housing projects, and given the prevalent challenges in terms of blocked housing projects/programmes, (a) what are the reasons that the fundamental role of traditional leaders and civic society has been overlooked and not recognized and (b) when will they be incorporated into various housing programmes in order to circumvent, mitigate the typical and current challenges for future projects?

Reply:

Incorporating the traditional leaders, civic groups and community representatives in housing and human settlement initiatives is very  vital to the success and longevity of the housing projects. However, the prevalent challenges in terms of blocked housing projects has not revealed any challenges created by lack of involvement of traditional leaders but instead our analysis reflect challenges such as delays in provision of bulk infrastructure or the absence thereof. To resolve these, the sector has created a national unblocking programme that is currently running to resolve these challenges.

(a) what are the reasons that the fundamental role of traditional leaders and civic society has been overlooked and not recognized and

  • The  fundamental role of traditional leaders and civic society has never been overlooked. The traditional leaders are very recognised in housing and human settlements programmes. Firstly, the traditional leadership play a critical role and get involved in the determination and identification of housing needs in their respective areas. This happens through the Integrated Development Planning (IDP) process, in which all local stakeholders including the traditional leadership participate. The housing needs eventually gets incorporated into the Municipality’s IDP document, which is the basis for the prioritization of all human settlements projects in all Provinces.
  • The Housing Act and  programmes of the department currently articulate the role of traditional leaders. Just to mention as an example, section 2 (1) of the Housing Act of 1997 as amended states that national, provincial and local spheres of government must-
      1. consult meaningfully with individuals and communities affected by housing development;
      2. ensure that housing development-
        1. provides as wide a choice of housing and tenure options as is reasonably possible;
        2. is economically, fiscally, socially and financially affordable and sustainable;
        3. is based on integrated development planning; and
        4. is administered in a transparent, accountable and equitable manner, and upholds the practice of good governance;
    1. encourage and support individuals and communities, including, but not limited to, co-operatives, associations and other bodies which are community based, their efforts to fulfil their own housing needs by assisting them in accessing land, services and technical assistance in a way that leads to the transfer of skills to, and empowerment of, the community;
  • As a result of the above clauses programmes that are implemented in rural areas are implemented by provincial department of human settlements,  accredited municipalities and entities working together with traditional leaders.

(b) when will they be incorporated into various housing programmes in order to circumvent, mitigate the typical and current challenges for future projects?

  • Traditional leaders are already included, however in order to enhance and improve working with traditional leaders in rural areas, the department has since crafted a White Paper on Human Settlements. The White Paper will serve as an overarching policy for the delivery of sustainable human settlements in both urban and rural areas.
  • In the White Paper, the department stipulates that mechanisms to ensure enforceability of District Development Model (DDM) as a government strategy to enhance integration in the delivery of sustainable human settlements will be enhanced. This includes speeding up delivery processes as well as enable capacitation of the smaller municipalities and traditional settlement areas.

Over and above determining policy, I have instructed the department to pilot the implementation of geo-mapping initiative which is aimed at enhancing sustainable settlements planning and will also be implementing socio-economic amenities in rural areas of South Africa. Through this Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, we will be able to guide where infrastructure should be located.

21 November 2024 - NW1786

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Meshoe, Rev KR to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What (a) measures are in place to ensure that Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) houses are only given to qualifying South Africans who have been on a waiting list and (b) total number of such persons on the waiting list received RDP houses in the past five years?

Reply:

The Department does not have a housing waiting list. The Department has a National Housing Needs Register (NHNR) which is an application that is designed to register households and individuals who have housing needs in South Africa.

a) The measures put in place to ensure that the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) houses are only given to qualifying South Africans are as follows:

  1. The housing allocation guidelines prescribes that the Provincial Departments must source beneficiaries from the National Housing Needs Register (NHNR)
  2. Rules that are built into the Housing Subsidy System (HSS) validate each subsidy application that is captured against the related policy rules.
  3. There is electronic validation built into the HSS that enables the searches of all household members against six external databases namely: Population Register, Unemployment Insurance Fund, National Housing Subsidy Database, Deeds, Persal and Government Employees Pension Fund to determine if a household qualifies for a housing subsidy.

b) 119 805 persons have received RDP houses in the past five years.

21 November 2024 - NW1828

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Tafeni, Ms N to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What steps has she taken recently to investigate the widespread allegations of gross mismanagement and poor administration at the National Housing Finance Corporation?

Reply:

I am not aware of gross mismanagement or poor administration at the National Housing Finance Corporation. Should any substantive information be brought to my attention confirming such, the matter will be investigated and corrective steps will be taken, including consequence management.

19 November 2024 - NW1797

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Magagula, Ms TE to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What is the (a) total number of houses in the old government stock that her department intends releasing to either local municipalities and/or the current occupants and (b) estimated value of the houses?

Reply:

a) The total number of houses in the old government housing stock that will be devolved to local municipalities or transferred to occupying beneficiaries is ten thousand nine hundred and twenty one (10 921).

b) The estimated value of these houses is, three billion nine hundred and twenty four million, nine hundred and fourty seven thousand five hundred and forty (R3 924 947 540).

13 November 2024 - NO581

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Ismail, Ms H to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(a) What is the status of the application for a house that was received on 9 September 1999 from a certain person (name and details furnished) but who has not been allocated a house to date, (b) on what date will a house be allocated to the person and (c) where will it be located?

Reply:

a) Ms RB Skosana did not have a subsidy application registered on the Housing Subsidy System (HSS). A record in her name is found on the a) National Housing Needs Register (NHNR) as having registered her need for adequate shelter in Daveyton Central. Her record is 7076 out of 13 851 households registered in Daveyton Central.

b) The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements is due to complete housing units in Helderwyk Mega Project, located in eKurhuleni Metropolitan municipality but not in Daveyton Central. The department has since engaged Ms RB Skosana to be allocated a house outside her area of residence and an agreement has been reached.

c) The beneficiary management process is underway to finalise the allocation of the housing unit for Ms RB Skosana in Heldewyk.

Additional information

Although this is not part of the question posed by the Hounorable member, I believe that it is prudent to appraise the NA to the historical beneficiary management issues peculiar to the Gauteng Province.

(i) Gauteng 1994-1996 housing waiting list challenges.

In 1994 each municipality had a list in various forms of people that needed housing assistance. There was no regulation guiding how the information should collected and stored. There was also no regulation on the prioritisation with regards to housing allocation. Citizens were assisted on a first come first served basis.

The municipalities had waiting lists which were informal lists of persons in need of housing assistance in various formats. These lists were not prescribed by a National Policy and were compiled by municipalities and provinces to instil some form of regulated development planning and housing opportunity allocation. The National Department developed the National Housing Needs Register (NHNR) to record housing needs from various municipal waiting lists.

Gauteng started registering the needs on the NHNR in 2013 and its Demand database/ waiting lists was imported into the NHNR.

(ii) The unreliability of the NHNR and the HSS data and the progress ondigitisation

The information on the HSS has various challenges regarding reliability. It is on this basis that the Department started a process of developing a system that will replace the current HSS. The development process is being done with SITA since September 2023. However, following various engagements with SITA on the development of the system, the Department’s requirements are still not met. This has resulted in the Department approaching the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies to request a deviation from the “National Treasury Practice Note Number 5 of 2009/2010 and follow a normal procurement process to appoint a Service Provider to develop the system for the Department.

(iii) Number of houses that have been built in Gauteng since 1994

The number of houses that have been built in Gauteng Province since 1994 is 801 770.

(iv) Interventions to attend mid-1990s Gauteng waiting list and prioritisation of the elderly

Gauteng Province took a decision to revise the Provincial Allocation Policy to favour certain sectors within the communities that have been deprived based on age and agility. The allocation policy ensures that the housing allocation process is done in a fair, equitable and transparent manner by using the following criteria:

    • 1996-1999 applicants to constitute (Mostly pensioner) - 40%,
    • Approved Beneficiaries with no claims processed against the beneficiary - 30%,
    • Military Veterans to constitute - 5%,
    • Aged to constitute 10%,
    • PWD to constitute 5%, and
    • Discretionary/ MEC’s prerogative to constitute 10% - this can also include emergency/ special case.

The departmental strategy and tactical approach deliberately elevate the elderly over and above any groups combined.

The department is embarking on the data cleansing exercise, the focus is on reviewing and refining the existing housing needs. This involves conducting a thorough desktop exercise to identify and rectify inconsistencies, inaccuracies, and outdated information. Key tasks include identification of deduplicate records, updating demographic details, and addressing changes in circumstances, such as individuals who have benefited from housing subsidies or undergone significant life events like marriage.

13 November 2024 - NO546

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Abader, Ms ZS to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

With refence to well-documented government policy and regulations that prohibit the continued use of asbestos in housing and all other aspects of human activity due to the adverse and life-threatening health hazards associated with exposure to asbestos, and noting that the community of Phoenix in KwaZulu Natal is still living in asbestos-contaminated structures to this day, without any clear progress and indication how the problem is being effectively resolved, what (a) specific actions has the department taken to address the asbestos issue in Phoenix and (b) is the current status and / or progress of the efforts?

Reply:

(a & b)

The KwaZulu Natal (KZN) Department of Human Settlements and eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality have confirmed that according to preliminary assessments done on houses with asbestos roofs, there is a significant number of houses in the province that require urgent attention. However, there are areas in the province such work has been completed , areas such as Isipingo for 24 houses, KwaMashu for 52, Umlazi for 87 houses and other areas where asbestos has already been assessed and removed from houses. The province is utilizing the national Rectification Programme to implement the asbestos removal intervention. This includes:

  • The repair of houses with structural defects.
  • Demolishing of unsound structures and rebuilding of new units.
  • The removal and replacement of asbestos roofs.

For the current financial year (2024/25), the Provincial Department of Huma Settlements has set aside funding for the rectification of 469 dilapidated structures with asbestos roofs. This will include the repair of houses with structural defects, the demolishing of unsound structures and rebuilding of new units, as well as the removal and replacement of roofs. A total number of 160 units have been refurbished in the province for the current financial year; The province will focus on the following municipalities in different townships, namely:

  • Umdoni Local Municipality (Ugu District).
  • Msunduzi and uMngeni Local Municipalities (uMngungundlovu District).
  • Inkosi Langalibalele Municipality (uThukela District).
  • eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.
  • New Castle Local Municipality (Amajuba District).

Of the 496 target planned, 200 of those houses will be in the area of eThekwini where they will be focusing on demolition and rebuild and 42 of those houses have been completed. Furthermore, eThekwini Municipality is currently busy repairing houses with structural defects in areas such as Phoenix, Newlands, Chatsworth, Marrianridge and Isipingo flats through the Rectification programme. The removal of asbestos roofs in Phoenix has not yet commenced. Once the assessments have been conducted and concluded, the municipality will determine how many houses require immediate intervention in Phoenix and will make funding available.

28 October 2024 - RNW1190

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether the National Housing Finance Corporation paid for any travel costs including flights, accommodation and any other related costs of the recent trip to China of the President of the South African Women in Construction and Built Environment; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details?

Reply:

The National Housing Finance Corporation sponsored a trip to China for the President of SAWIC (South African Women in Construction and Built Environment), coinciding with the state visit in September 2024.

The NHFC covered the travel expenses amounting to R211,416.50 for the trip to China undertaken by the President of SAWIC. The breakdown of the costs is as follows:

SUPPLIER NAME

TOTAL FARE

S A Airways (083)

R91,315.00

Emirates Airline (176)

R51,604.70

Hotel Jen Beijing By Shangri-La (Hjb)

R56,500.00

Subsistence allowance

R11,996.80

Total

R211,416.50

28 October 2024 - RNW1151

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Montwedi, Mr Mk to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

a) What is the status of the eradication of asbestos structures in (i) Diplankeng Village in Taung and (ii) Promosa in Potchefstoom in the JB Marks Local Municipality in the North West? b) What number of structures have been identified to be replaced in the specified areas? c) By what date will the project start? d) What is the budget allocation of the specified project?

Reply:

  1. In the current financial year (2024/2025FY), the North West Department of Human Settlements has appointed the National Home Builder’s Registration Council (NHBRC) to assess all asbestos structures in the province, including Promosa and Diplankeng.
  2. To date, NHBRC has assessed 1047 housing structures out of 2076 in JB Marks Local Municipality, including housing structures in Promosa. In Taung, a total of 421 houses have been assessed by the NHBRC and this is inclusive of Diplakeng.
  3. In the current financial year, there are no housing structures planned and budgeted for asbestos removal. The North West Department of Human Settlements has budgeted R10 million in the current financial year to assess all asbestos roofs in the province.
  4. The North West Department of Human Settlements has set aside a budget of R20 million for asbestos removal and replacement during 2025/2026FY.

 

28 October 2024 - NW1191

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Whether she will furnish Mr L Mphithi with the occupation certificate for the National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) for the entity’s employees to occupy the office building in 90 Grayston Drive, Johannesburg; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (2) What (a) are the current board fees of the NHFC and (b) are the relevant details of the fees of all board members from the beginning of their term?

Reply:

(1) The Occupation certificate is attached.

(2)(a) The current board fees are R47,413 per meeting for the Chairperson and R23,231 per meeting for a member.

(2)(b) Table A: Total fees paid to Board members in current term

 

NAME

AMOUNT

(R’000)

(Chairperson)

R2,853,933.35

(Board Member)

R2,652,375.00

(Board Member)

R2,532,665.50

(Board Member)

R2,166,545.00

(Board Member)

R1,253,000.00

(Board Member)

R1,192,983.00

(Board Member)

R1,615,967.00

(Board Member)

R1,702,490.00

(Board Member)

R1,217,236

(Board Member)

R288,353.67

(Board Member)

R818,691.00

28 October 2024 - RNW1238

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Whether, with reference to complaints that the adjudication process of the Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) to deal with disputes takes too long, she has found that the CSOS has the requisite capacity to fulfil its mandate; if not, what steps does she intend to take to ensure that the CSOS is adequately capacitated; if so, what are the (a) reasons that the CSOS takes too long to resolve disputes and (b) further relevant details in this regard; (2) What (a) are the full details of the backlog of adjudication cases and (b) is the standard time frame for CSOS to deal with and/or resolve disputes?

Reply:

(1)(a) The CSOS has experienced an increase in number of disputes and has already passed the 10 000 mark during period under review. This is attributed to increased public awareness and education campaigns.

(1)(b) Due to inadequate capacity to deal with high volumes of adjudications, the entity is in the process of appointing additional part time adjudicators to increase the current panel and will be finalised in this quarter to improve capacity of the adjudication function.

(2)(a)       The backlog is currently as follows:

                                  1. Assessment:       673

                                  2, Conciliation:        35

                                  3. Adjudication:       599

Total:                              1 307

 

(2)(b) The entity has a standard timeframe to conciliate disputes within 45 days and to adjudicate disputes within 90 days.

 

 

 

 

28 October 2024 - RNW1125

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Marawu, Ms TL to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Whether she has commissioned a study to determine the impact the sale of property to foreign investors in the Western Cape has had on the local housing market; if not, why not; if so, (a) what are the full, relevant details of the total number of properties sold to foreign investors in the Western Cape and (b) how has it impacted on the affordability of housing; (2) how does her department intend to regulate foreign investment in the property sector to prevent pricing out local buyers and ensure that housing remains available and affordable for average South Africans; (3) how does the current policies and regulations on foreign ownership of land and property align with her department’s commitment to land reform and affordable housing for South Africans; (4) how will her department implement the provisions of the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act, Act 16 of 2013, to prevent the concentration of foreign-owned land and property in the Western Cape?

Reply:

1. The Department has not commissioned a study specifically on the impact of property sales to foreign investors in the Western Cape. However, this issue will be addressed as part of the White Paper on Human Settlements currently being developed.

2. There is no outright prohibition for foreign nationals to purchase a property in South Africa, nonetheless any such purchase should be done in compliance with all legal requirements, including the Immigration Act of 2002, which mandates a valid visa or permit, and the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) of 2001, which requires due diligence on ownership and investor verification. Additionally, to prevent pricing out local buyers, property values are regulated by the Municipal Property Rates Act of 2004, which ensures fair valuation by registered professionals, based on the "willing buyer, willing seller" principle.

  1. Municipalities may expropriate land for housing development if it cannot be purchased on reasonable terms, as stated in the Housing Act of 1997.
  2. As part of maintaining housing affordability, the Department's qualification criteria restricts housing subsidies to South African citizens or permanent residents. The National Housing Subsidy Scheme provides support to low- and middle-income households, with subsidies on a sliding scale based on income. For example, households earning R3,501 qualify for a maximum subsidy of R169,26, while those earning up to R22,000 qualify for R38,911 under the First Home Financing programme.

3. Land reform and restitution remain a priority of Government, and so it is for the Department. It is for this reason that the Department is supporting the programme of providing service sites as this will support ownership for households that are able to build for themselves. With the growing demand for housing, the Department is prioritising acquisition of land closer to economic hubs to develop integrated, affordable, and sustainable human settlements, particularly in Priority Development Areas and Restructuring Zones.

  1. The 2024 draft White Paper on Human Settlements further demonstrates the Department's commitment to land reform and affordable housing. It includes plans for a National Land Asset and Property Register, which will guide land and property planning, funding, and development. The policy also seeks to streamline the registration and transfer process for land and property rights, making it quicker, simpler, and more cost-effective, with spatially referenced data at the municipal ward level to support integrated spatial restructuring.

4. (4) The Department including all the Provinces and Metros use the SPLUMA to guide land use and prevent the concentration of foreign-owned properties, so the same principle is applicable to Western Cape Province. Through the work undertaken by the Housing Development Agency, the Department develops spatial data at a municipal level, which serves to monitor land ownership and ensure fair land distribution.

14 October 2024 - NW1036

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Buthelezi, Ms SA to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

Whether, considering that the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality recently issued eviction notices to flood victims of the devastating floods of April 2022 in Durban, her department has any plans in place to assist the families who had been allocated and/or living in RDP houses but now live in emergency accommodation; if not, why not; if so, (a) what plans and (b) what are the time frames in this regard?

Reply:

a) Prior to the 1st of April 2023, the National Department of Human Settlements has been disbursing emergency housing grants (on application) to provinces and municipalities that got affected by disasters. As a result, the KwaZulu Natal Department of Human Settlements applied for emergency housing funding to assist 3 089 displaced families and was allocated an amount of R342 133 000 during the 2022/23 financial year. In October 2022, the provincial department of Human Settlements appointed the Housing Development Agency (HDA) and Ithala Bank as programme managers for leasing various identified TEAs that will accommodate 1 200 families for a period not exceeding 2-years and to acquire a Transnet-owned building called Montclair lodge. The balance of the allocated grant was utilised to construct 1 074 Temporary Residential Units (TRUs) and ablution facilities thereof, whilst 815 opted to stay with their relatives and some restored their homes. Subsequent to the provision of temporary relief, the KZN-DHS and Ethekwini acquired land parcels that will be utilised to construct permanent houses for the 1 200 families that are still in TEAs.

However, the latter process was delayed by the prolonged turnaround time of obtaining environmental authorisations and objections from communities that reside near the identified land parcels. In the current 2024/25 financial year the National Department of Human Settlements requested concurrence from the National Treasury, to utilise the Emergency Housing Fund to extend the lease agreements that are expiring end of October 2024, but this request was rejected on the basis that the Unforeseen and Unavoidable Expenditure process is only applicable to disaster backlogs that occurred within the 2024/25 financial year. Therefore, the KZN-DHS and Ethekwini have been advised to reprioritise their current budget allocations to fund the lease agreements, whilst the process for permanent housing is being finalised.

b) It is estimated that construction of the permanent houses will commence during the 2025/26 financial year, subject to additional funding be approved by National Treasury, considering that the grant dedicated for permanent housing namely the Human Settlements Development Grant (HSDG) has been reduced significantly in most provinces for the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) budget period.

03 October 2024 - NW1028

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Zungula, Mr V to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) (a) What has she found to be the primary causes of the housing crisis in municipalities delegated with housing service delivery across the Republic,: (2) what (a) specified initiatives do municipalities have to address the housing needs of low-income residents who are disproportionately affected by the housing crisis

Reply:

The primary causes in relation to land for human settlements development include

  • Land Scarcity: The availability of well-located land suitable for human habitation is becoming increasingly limited, particularly in areas close to social and economic opportunities
  • Lenghty rezoning and township establishment processes: Delays in the rezoning of land, which is critical for housing development, are prevalent due to objections
  • Land Development Costs: The rising cost of land acquisition and development further aggravates the problem​, especially when faced with budget cuts in the constrained fiscus environment.

(b) how does the current land rezoning process in municipalities contribute to

the housing crisis.

Rezoning is the legal process of changing the land use rights of a specific property from one form to another. The rezoning process is governed by the Municipal Planning Bylaw and the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA), which set rules and restrictions that local government must abide by for land rezoning. Bylaws vary from municipality to municipality and are not always the same. These by-laws are often restrictive in that they overlook the fact that the human settlements grants already address some needs, including bulk provision, but they are inaccessible until the rezoning procedures are completed. Additionally, in the recent past, the instability observed in the municipalities results in delays in council resolutions, and/or tribunal authorisations.

(c) what specific plans and concrete steps will municipalities take to (i) address the housing crisis and (ii) increase affordable housing options

Section 26 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 guarantees everyone a right of access to adequate housing123. The State must take reasonable legislative and other measures, within its available resources, to achieve the progressive realization of this right.

The starting point in addressing the housing crisis and affordable housing options in the country entails (1) ensuring the integrity of beneficiary management database through the digitisation process. The credibility of the data will facilitate proper planning and allocation of limited resources to the bona-fide beneficiaries that are in need. (2) Enhancing and communicating the various human settlements products that caters for a wider range of beneficiaries, i.e. Social Housing and First Home Finance products for the gap market as well as rent-to-buy product development. (3) Finally, both the social housing and affordable housing stock shortage challenges will be addressed by partnerships with the private sector to stimulate investment in housing developments.

(2) what (a) specified initiatives do municipalities have to address the housing needs of low-income residents who are disproportionately affected by the housing crisis

The Department plans to expedite the release of land for social housing projects, particularly within Restructuring Zones that have been designated for affordable rental housing and social housing. Efforts are being made to ensure land is ready for the development of serviced stands for low-income residents​. Additionally, rapid land release programmes aim to quickly release land to address housing need.

(b) plans do municipalities have to simplify and streamline the current land zoning process to increase the availability of affordable housing;;

The Spatial Planning and Landuse Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA) grants municipalities the authority to make decisions on land use applications, including rezoning. The department is strengthening its intergovernmental relations efforts together with the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), South Africal Local Government Association (SALGA) and the Department Rural Development and Land Reform to find lasting solutions to the land rezoning challenges.

(4) Whether municipalities have plans in place to reform the land rezoning process to make it more efficient and responsive to community needs; if not, why not; if so, what (a) are the details of the plans, (b) is the proposed timeline for the implementation and (c) milestones have been put in place to indicate progress in addressing the housing crisis in municipalities?

The land rezoning process is governed by municipal by-laws and the the Spatial Planning and Landuse Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA). Local government is responsible for the implementation of its by-laws, whilst the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform is responsible for SPLUMA. The Department of Human Settlements engages the respectives parties, through intergovernmental relations processes, to input on the challenges and suggested solutions to resolverezoning related problems

03 October 2024 - NW1027

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Marawu, Ms TL to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) (a) What has she found to be the primary causes of the housing crisis in the Republic: (2) What specific initiatives will her department launch to address the housing needs of low-income residents who are disproportionately affected by the housing crisis; 3) How does her department plan to simplify and streamline the current land zoning process to increase the availability of affordable housing; (4) Whether her department plans to reform the land rezoning process to make it more efficient and responsive to community needs; if not, why not; if so, what (a) are the relevant details of the plans, (b) is the proposed timeline for implementation and (c) milestones have been put in place to indicate progress in addressing the housing crisis?

Reply:

(1) (a) What has she found to be the primary causes of the housing crisis in the Republic:

The primary causes in relation to land for human settlements development include

  • Land Scarcity: The availability of well-located land suitable for human habitation is becoming increasingly limited, particularly in areas close to social and economic opportunities
  • Lenghty rezoning and township establishment processes: Delays in the rezoning of land, which is critical for housing development, are prevalent due to objections
  • Land Development Costs: The rising cost of land acquisition and development further aggravates the problem​, especially when faced with budget cuts in the constrained fiscus environment.

(b) How does the current land rezoning process exacerbate the housing crisis.

Rezoning is the legal process of changing the land use rights of a specific property from one form to another. The rezoning process is governed by the Municipal Planning Bylaw and the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA), which set rules and restrictions that local government must abide by for land rezoning. Bylaws vary from municipality to municipality and are not always the same. These by-laws are often restrictive in that they overlook the fact that the human settlements grants already address some needs, including bulk provision, but they are inaccessible until the rezoning procedures are completed. Additionally, in the recent past, the instability observed in the municipalities results in delays in council resolutions, and/or tribunal authorisations.

(c) What specific plans and concrete steps will her department take to (i) address the housing crisis and ii) increase affordable housing options

Section 26 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 guarantees everyone a right of access to adequate housing123. The State must take reasonable legislative and other measures, within its available resources, to achieve the progressive realization of this right.

The starting point in addressing the housing crisis and affordable housing options in the country entails (1) ensuring the integrity of beneficiary management database through the digitisation process. The credibility of the data will facilitate proper planning and allocation of limited resources to the bona-fide beneficiaries that are in need. (2) Enhancing and communicating the various human settlements products that caters for a wider range of beneficiaries, i.e. Social Housing and First Home Finance products for the gap market as well as rent-to-buy product development. (3) Finally, both the social housing and affordable housing stock shortage challenges will be addressed by partnerships with the private sector to stimulate investment in housing developments.

(2) What specific initiatives will her department launch to address the housing needs of low-income residents who are disproportionately affected by the housing crisis;

The Department plans to expedite the release of land for social housing projects, particularly within Restructuring Zones that have been designated for affordable rental housing and social housing. Efforts are being made to ensure land is ready for the development of serviced stands for low-income residents​. Additionally, rapid land release programmes aim to quickly release land to address housing need.

(3) How does her department plan to simplify and streamline the current land zoning process to increase the availability of affordable housing;

The Spatial Planning and Landuse Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA) grants municipalities the authority to make decisions on land use applications, including rezoning. The department is strengthening its intergovernmental relations efforts together with the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), South Africal Local Government Association (SALGA) and the Department Rural Development and Land Reform to find lasting solutions to the land rezoning challenges.

(4) Whether her department plans to reform the land rezoning process to make it more efficient and responsive to community needs; if not, why not; if so, what (a) are the relevant details of the plans, (b) is the proposed timeline for implementation and (c) milestones have been put in place to indicate progress in addressing the housing crisis?

The land rezoning process is governed by municipal by-laws and the the Spatial Planning and Landuse Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA). Local government is responsible for the implementation of its by-laws, whilst the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform is responsible for SPLUMA. The Department of Human Settlements engages the respectives parties, through intergovernmental relations processes, to input on the challenges and suggested solutions to resolve rezoning related problems.

03 October 2024 - NW1051

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What (a) is the detailed breakdown of all (i) travel, (ii) accommodation and (iii)any other subsistence costs incurred for trips undertaken by officials of the National Housing Finance Corporation since January 2022 to date and (b) are the full details of the individuals who undertook each specified trip?

Reply:

The detailed breakdown in relation to the question, is as follows:

Date

(a)(i) Travel Costs

(a)(ii) Accommodation Costs

(a)(iii) Other

Subsistence costs

(b) Details

Of

Individual

2024/08/28

0.00

171 201,00

0.00

Conference Accommodation For SAWIC Conference

2022/03/30

3 539,35

1 425,74

0.00

First Home Finance Business

2022/04/05

1 666,96

0.00

0.00

First Home Finance Business

2024/06/17

3 930,25

1 530,00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2024/06/19

4 544,75

1 460,00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2024/06/19

1 452,50

0.00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2022/06/02

4 153,70

4 320,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/01/23

2 298,29

650,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/01/23

0.00

-

0.00

Board Member

2024/02/14

0.00

650,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/02/14

0.00

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

3 849,92

1 730,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

0.00

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/13

0.00

39 132,48

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/03/30

3 501,30

1 425,74

0.00

Corporate Finance

2022/03/30

0.00

0.00

0.00

Corporate Finance

2024/07/22

4 440,50

7 060,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/04/13

5 291,92

1 100,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/02

3 023,46

4 320,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/04/11

5 236,50

650,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/11/07

0.00

2 110,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/05/09

6 899,53

1 055,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/05/09

1 491,61

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/08/09

7 881,32

2 110,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/12

6 882,26

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/11/07

4 346,33

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/11/09

2 327,46

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/11/09

0.00

106 737,00

0.00

NHFC Conference Fee

2022/10/25

10 064,84

3 745,00

0.00

IT Technician

2022/06/02

8 047,03

4 320,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/06/06

4 956,75

1 980,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/07/09

6 852,25

1 980,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/07/22

7 786,00

8 466,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/01/23

2 298,29

2 800,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/03/17

4 272,08

1 530,00

0.00

Executive Grant Capital

2024/04/17

9 961,68

0.00

0.00

Executive Grant Capital

2024/08/11

12 518,08

18 238,80

0.00

Compliance Officer

2024/08/23

3 112,75

0.00

0.00

Compliance Officer

2022/10/25

4 499,96

0.00

0.00

IT Technician

2022/10/28

3 306,96

0.00

0.00

IT Technician

2022/06/02

0.00

4 320,00

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/06/10

0.00

1 660,28

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/06/11

94 912,80

17 577,96

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/07/25

13 987,03

11 920,00

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/10/03

3 594,13

3 400,00

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/10/12

2 996,13

1 490,00

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/10/28

5 511,13

0.00

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/11/08

4 448,92

6 800,00

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/11/17

4 135,13

1 736,72

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/11/27

4 066,63

2 851,86

0.00

Acting Chief Executive Officer

2022/05/08

4 865,29

2 421,80

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2022/09/04

5 310,66

1 730,00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2022/11/08

4 298,42

5 100,00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2022/11/11

1 392,50

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2022/11/22

6 348,26

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2023/12/11

9 756,36

1 514,85

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2024/02/27

8 706,91

1 240,00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2024/03/11

6 328,17

2 520,00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2024/04/18

8 193,68

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategic Partnerships

2022/04/13

3 872,96

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/02

3 400,92

4 320,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/01/24

0.00

650,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/01/24

6 170,58

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/04/12

5 236,50

1 300,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

3 849,92

2 990,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/02

2 617,92

4 970,00

0.00

Board Member

2023/11/23

4 563,20

1 700,00

0.00

Board Member

2023/12/05

0.00

3 060,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/02/15

5 427,34

4 590,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/03/06

0.00

1 250,00

0

Board Member

2024/06/04

0.00

920,00

0

Board Member

2024/06/05

0.00

1 450,00

0

Board Member

2024/06/27

0.00

1 700,00

0

Board Member

2024/07/11

7 143,50

3 200,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/03/18

4 113,58

0.00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/04/17

3 371,59

1 700,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/02/16

9 278,45

0.00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/07/26

11 814,40

7 825,00

0.00

Executive Corporate Finance

2022/10/01

6 149,92

0.00

0.00

Executive Corporate Finance

2022/11/08

7 138,92

4 590,00

0.00

Executive Corporate Finance

2022/06/02

0.00

2 880,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

0.00

1 730,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

3 849,92

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

260,10

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/09/04

1 303,40

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/07/29

10 516,68

3 060,00

0.00

Credit Manager

2024/06/03

6 965,71

1 530,00

0.00

Credit Manager

2024/06/18

4 251,84

1 460,00

0.00

Credit Manager

2024/08/07

7 202,00

1 504,85

0.00

Credit Manager

2022/11/16

4 881,92

0.00

0.00

Credit Manager

2022/10/21

11 036,13

0.00

0.00

Facilities

2023/11/20

804,00

1 470,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/02/03

8 139,47

1 700,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/02/16

11 699,05

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/03/19

4 748,31

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/03/25

6 152,89

1 700,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/04/13

3 059,01

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/04/29

8 529,99

1 530,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/05/06

4 577,41

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/05/14

6 145,64

2 900,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/06/03

10 607,79

2 370,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/07/06

5 739,83

1 000,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/07/19

5 863,76

1 530,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/07/20

4 366,33

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/07/23

3 889,40

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2024/07/29

9 410,35

1 530,00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2023/09/21

4 732,57

0.00

0.00

Business Manager First Home Finance

2022/09/03

6 262,00

0.00

0.00

General Manager: Marketing

2022/10/17

0.00

0.00

17 930,40

Executive Strategy

2024/03/07

0.00

3 400,00

0.00

Executive Strategy

2024/03/15

0.00

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategy

2024/04/10

796,67

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategy

2024/07/15

2 813,75

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategy

2024/07/17

3 425,33

0.00

0.00

Executive Strategy

2022/04/21

3 941,92

1 425,74

0.00

General Manager: Client Relationship Manager

2022/10/17

0.00

0.00

17 930,40

General Manager: Client Relationship Manager

2023/11/23

6 370,52

0.00

0.00

General Manager: Client Relationship Manager

2022/10/25

7 138,92

0.00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2023/11/23

5 657,52

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/11/23

3 763,26

1 700,00

0.00

Board Member

2023/11/23

2 256,76

1 700,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/08/15

2 373,75

1 530,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/08/15

2 373,75

650,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/03/06

0.00

1 250,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/06/04

0.00

920,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/06/05

0.00

1 450,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/06/27

0.00

1 700,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/07/11

0.00

3 200,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/07/11

3 752,25

0.00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/07/13

3 391,25

0.00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/03/07

2 687,29

1 730,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/03/08

6 507,37

1 000,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2023/10/30

0.00

1 850,00

3 800,00

Chief Executive Officer

2023/11/01

0.00

26 100,00

3 800,00

Chief Executive Officer

2023/11/02

0.00

21 540,00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/01/15

6 560,01

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/01/18

7 995,42

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/02/07

9 451,98

3 742,65

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/02/27

3 700,79

1 700,00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/03/04

15 116,64

5 100,00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/03/18

12 036,75

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/04/17

8 214,84

2 465,00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/05/04

7 610,55

1 530,00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/06/07

0.00

34 520,61

31 208,92

Chief Executive Officer

2024/07/09

11 478,25

1 700,00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/07/29

9 482,45

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/08/20

5 829,55

3 029,70

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/08/22

4 022,25

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/08/27

9 238,30

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/09/04

2 795,60

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/09/05

3 756,75

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/09/05

10 071,18

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2024/09/10

3 756,75

0.00

0.00

Chief Executive Officer

2022/10/25

5 829,46

3 785,00

0.00

General Manager IT

2022/10/28

3 646,96

0.00

0.00

General Manager IT

2024/01/23

6 128,95

0.00

0.00

Credit Manager

2024/07/15

6 215,78

0.00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2022/09/04

3 262,73

1 440,00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2022/09/09

1 246,46

0.00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2022/10/25

6 657,05

4 590,00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2022/10/30

3 646,96

0.00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2024/03/07

7 303,53

3 060,00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2024/05/23

4 941,58

0.00

0.00

Chief Information Officer

2024/07/29

0.00

3 060,00

0.00

Legal Advisor

2024/06/18

0.00

1 460,00

0.00

Legal Advisor

2024/08/16

6 283,00

0.00

0.00

Legal Advisor

2024/08/20

4 878,50

1 530,00

0.00

Legal Advisor

2024/05/07

8 942,60

1 529,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/03/04

1 664,00

3 366,34

0.00

Treasury Manager

2022/08/28

0.00

1 595,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/02/21

6 356,36

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/03/18

3 048,87

1 440,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/03/29

7 679,45

4 320,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/04/04

1 983,46

7 740,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/05/08

6 651,25

2 880,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/05/16

6 315,26

7 200,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/07/25

4 390,96

1 490,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/07/26

2 626,46

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/08/28

6 579,34

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/09/02

9 051,13

6 120,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/09/21

12 410,36

1 700,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/09/28

3 652,47

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/10/19

11 536,05

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/11/07

10 612,94

7 200,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/11/16

9 890,47

4 515,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/11/23

6 492,26

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2023/11/18

3 061,51

5 100,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2023/12/06

8 609,84

1 100,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2023/12/06

7 217,83

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/01/17

6 205,11

3 029,70

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/02/15

10 880,55

4 590,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/03/07

5 574,53

3 400,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/03/15

1 551,84

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/03/20

5 939,73

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/15

6 435,75

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/17

5 533,54

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/22

13 658,70

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/23

1 508,74

7 675,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/05/04

6 371,63

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/05/08

6 336,59

2 780,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/06/15

7 291,58

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/06/25

5 684,13

4 590,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/07/15

11 597,18

2 950,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/07/17

10 470,63

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/07/23

6 425,06

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/08/08

9 517,84

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/08/09

3 108,25

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/08/27

8 436,53

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/09/11

6 930,39

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/06/18

0.00

1 460,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/09/11

8 445,02

1 495,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/11/10

1 280,27

1 355,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2022/11/10

21 741,39

1 350,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2023/12/05

4 652,47

3 060,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/01/17

4 476,58

3 198,02

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/02/17

2 633,52

0.00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/02/22

1 183,49

4 590,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/03/06

8 897,29

1 250,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/03/15

6 821,71

3 060,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/03/17

2 711,29

1 530,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/04/22

4 730,50

1 530,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/04/23

0.00

6 080,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/05/13

1 148,95

0.00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/06/05

6 752,81

4 380,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/06/27

8 245,18

1 700,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/07/11

8 399,40

3 400,00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/07/13

9 835,63

0.00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/08/07

2 297,47

0.00

0.00

Business Officer First Home Finance

2024/06/18

0.00

1 460,00

0.00

Client Liaison Officer Lending

2024/07/29

0.00

3 060,00

0.00

Client Liaison Officer Lending

2024/08/20

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Client Liaison Officer Lending

2024/08/20

2 872,25

0.00

0.00

Client Liaison Officer Lending

2024/08/21

2 006,25

0.00

0.00

Client Liaison Officer Lending

2022/08/29

5 041,92

1 514,70

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2022/05/05

5 487,71

0.00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2022/10/25

7 794,56

0.00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/06/25

7 245,66

3 060,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2022/02/27

0.00

11 116,59

0.00

Verification Agent

2022/05/30

3 810,17

0.00

0.00

Verification Agent

2022/06/03

2 120,46

0.00

0.00

Verification Agent

2022/09/25

10 074,31

5 450,00

0.00

Verification Agent

2024/03/18

15 218,33

6 120,00

0.00

Verification Agent

2022/03/24

2 637,65

1 425,74

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2022/05/05

4 715,92

0.00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/03/07

3 124,58

3 060,00

0.00

Company Secretary

2024/06/25

7 329,50

3 060,00

0.00

Executive Lending

2022/08/30

4 377,96

0.00

0.00

Executive Lending

2022/10/02

782,01

1 530,00

0.00

Executive Lending

2022/05/15

35 035,40

23 447,48

0.00

Executive Lending

2022/08/30

0.00

1 440,00

0.00

Executive Lending

2024/07/09

10 235,25

1 440,00

0.00

Acting Chief Financial Officer

2024/03/03

14 449,78

19 693,05

0.00

Compliance Officer

2024/02/26

355,60

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/03/06

345,30

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/03/15

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/16

1 414,32

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/22

1 514,25

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/23

0.00

1 370,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/24

1 647,75

1 650,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/06/03

2 716,40

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/06/25

1 472,33

4 590,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/06/28

1 617,75

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/03

874,60

0.00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/04/21

4 968,02

2 525,74

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/04/27

12 760,47

12 960,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/11/08

3 542,79

0.00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/05/23

5 877,66

0.00

0.00

Manager IT

2022/08/28

5 835,42

1 595,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/09/21

0.00

1 700,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/10/19

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/22

1 514,25

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/23

0.00

1 370,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/24

0.00

1 650,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/04/25

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/02/13

2 756,58

1 530,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/05/22

6 383,50

2 980,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2022/10/11

3 857,96

1 100,00

0.00

Manager Supply chain

2022/10/11

4 532,46

2 030,00

0.00

Manager Supply chain

2022/09/04

2 522,96

1 730,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/07/16

6 215,78

1 700,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/11/23

5 821,92

1 530,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2024/07/15

0.00

1 250,00

0.00

Marketing Officer

2022/10/21

6 566,70

0.00

0.00

Dealer Treasury

2022/03/24

8 924,10

2 851,48

0.00

Business Relations

2022/07/25

8 781,92

2 930,00

0.00

Business Relations

2022/11/23

5 232,86

1 100,00

0.00

Business Relations

2023/11/23

5 629,02

1 700,00

0.00

Treasury officer

2024/06/17

12 213,66

4 340,00

0.00

Treasury officer

2022/07/06

6 094,97

1 252,17

0.00

Credit Analyst

2022/07/08

2 926,46

0.00

0.00

Credit Analyst

2024/04/11

0.00

22 447,25

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/03/31

0.00

22 800,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/06/03

0.00

36 996,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/06/07

0.00

13 385,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/06/30

0.00

65 978,50

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/07/26

0.00

29 900,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/07/26

0.00

6 400,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/08/29

0.00

30 400,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2024/03/27

0.00

59 300,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2024/08/21

0.00

4 620,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2022/10/04

0.00

18 375,00

0.00

Marketing - Branding and exhibition

2024/02/09

0.00

27 885,00

0.00

Nhfc Ethics Strategy Workshop

2024/04/24

0.00

25 150,00

0.00

Nhfc Marketing - Exhibitions And Confere

2024/07/15

2 813,75

1 250,00

0.00

Supply chain supervisor

2024/07/16

3 453,83

1 700,00

0.00

Supply chain supervisor

2024/07/11

7 329,50

0.00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/05/19

4 328,38

1 490,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/11/03

7 364,92

1 530,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/02/13

4 288,12

3 029,70

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2024/05/22

6 387,23

3 140,00

0.00

Client Relationship Manager

2022/11/08

6 046,42

1 700,00

0.00

Executive Credit

2024/02/13

4 770,40

1 530,00

0.00

General Manager : Lending

2024/04/18

5 456,79

1 530,00

0.00

General Manager : Lending

2024/05/07

4 865,53

1 529,00

0.00

General Manager : Lending

2024/06/25

9 306,22

3 060,00

0.00

General Manager : Lending

2024/07/09

9 492,20

3 060,00

0.00

General Manager : Lending

2022/10/17

0.00

0.00

17930,4

General Manager : EWR

2023/11/23

4 123,52

5 530,00

0.00

General Manager : Client Relationship Manager

2022/09/02

8 093,04

4 590,00

0.00

Manager Stakeholder

2022/09/21

0.00

1 700,00

0.00

Manager Stakeholder

2022/10/19

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Manager Stakeholder

2022/11/07

7 138,92

14 400,00

0.00

Manager Stakeholder

2022/11/23

5 821,92

3 060,00

0.00

Manager Stakeholder

2023/12/06

0.00

1 100,00

0.00

Manager Stakeholder

2024/04/23

0.00

38 200,00

0.00

NHFC Conference

2024/04/25

0.00

26 505,00

0.00

NHFC Conference

2022/11/09

0.00

1 440,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/06/25

7 245,66

2 940,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/08/06

8 646,53

3 009,70

0.00

Board Member

2022/11/09

7 969,86

4 126,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/02/13

4 851,97

3 029,70

0.00

Board Member

2022/05/12

5 524,06

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/05/03

1 826,31

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/05/12

1 500,00

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/04/08

2 000,87

2 580,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2022/07/25

5 957,91

1 440,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2022/09/21

0.00

1 490,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2022/11/22

6 990,92

1 440,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2023/12/03

2 983,78

1 700,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/03/11

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/03/15

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/04/17

5 597,70

1 350,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/06/06

8 256,39

1 480,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2022/10/16

5 665,74

1 350,00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/07/12

6 171,50

0.00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/08/16

7 423,55

0.00

0.00

Manager First Home Finance

2024/02/22

8 068,43

1 700,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/03/04

4 389,58

3 366,34

0.00

Treasury officer

2024/06/17

3 561,25

1 530,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2024/06/18

3 561,25

2 810,00

0.00

Client Manager Lending

2022/11/09

0.00

60 990,45

0.00

NHFC Stakeholder event

2024/06/08

0.00

10 336,29

0.00

Board member and Chief Executive Officer

2024/07/08

0.00

4 032,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/13

0.00

39 132,48

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/07

3 849,92

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/11

94 912,80

13 372,62

0.00

Board Member

2022/06/25

88 889,40

40 390,00

0.00

Board Member

2022/07/27

12 599,40

7 500,00

0.00

Board Member

2023/11/12

0.00

1 680,00

0.00

Board Member

2023/12/13

6 206,58

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/01/18

7 031,58

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/02/01

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/02/02

0.00

1 530,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/03/08

2 010,79

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/03/11

2 010,79

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/03/27

7 537,04

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/04/13

3 664,75

1 530,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/05/07

0.00

19 324,19

0.00

Board Member

2024/05/14

0.00

3 626,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/06/07

0.00

780,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/06/07

0.00

33 740,61

31 208,92

Board Member

2024/06/20

0.00

2 916,10

0.00

Board Member

2024/07/08

9 368,25

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/07/11

3 756,75

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/08/21

618,92

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2024/08/27

7 103,35

5 400,00

0.00

Board Member

2024/08/30

3 756,75

0.00

0.00

Board Member

2022/10/20

0.00

27 600,00

0.00

NHFC Workshop

03 October 2024 - NW306

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What (a) is the current total number of blocked projects across the Republic, (b) are the names of the projects that remain blocked in each province and (c) are the full details of the current strategy of her department to ensure that blocked projects are unblocked?

Reply:

a) A blocked project in the human settlements sector refers to an approved housing project that has been formally contracted and has initiated physical construction, but subsequently encounters a substantial delay (minimum of 12 months) and is not nearing completion (less than 95% complete). This definition encompasses various housing projects, including Community Residential Units (CRUs), Breaking New Ground (BNG) units, and serviced sites. Additionally, Social Housing projects, although not strictly classified as "blocked," can also become stalled due to various factors such as financial unviability, building hijacking, maladministration, and rental boycotts, impacting their intended purpose and beneficiary occupancy.

The total number of blocked and / or stalled projects across the Republic is 263. This figure includes:

  • 225 blocked Breaking New Ground (BNG) housing projects
  • 21 blocked Social Housing projects
  • 3 stalled Community Residential Units (CRU) projects
  • 8 distressed Social Housing projects
  • 6 Catalytic Projects

b. Blocked BNG housing projects per province

In 2022, we initiated a focused effort as the human settlements sector to address the backlog of blocked projects. The Housing Subsidy System (HSS) at that time identified 3445 such projects nationwide. Through collaborative efforts with provinces, which included direct consultations and workshops, we successfully unblocked a significant number of these projects. Of the 3445 blocked projects which were identified at the outset 3,150 projects were successfully unlocked. In 2023-2024 financial year, 70 projects were unblocked, leaving us with 225 blocked BNG housing projects. Provinces have planned to unblock 100 projects in the current financial year (2024-2025).

The table below presents the number of blocked BNG housing projects in each province. However, due to the fluid nature of project implementation and the constant need of maintaining completely up to date data, the Department will be undertaking a verification process to review blocked projects on the ground. This process is essential to ensure data integrity and to gain a clear understanding of the current status of BNG projects across the country, as the number changes depending on the data available as at a particular reporting time. The verification will involve close collaboration with provincial authorities and may include site visits and detailed project reviews.

NO

PROVINCE

NUMBER OF BLOCKED PROJECTS

1.

EASTERN CAPE

46

2.

FREE STATE

62

3.

GAUTENG

22

4.

KWAZULU NATAL

51

5.

LIMPOPO

16

6.

MPUMULANGA

2

7.

NORTHERN CAPE

0

8.

NORTH WEST

25

9.

WESTERN CAPE

1

TOTAL

225

Blocked Social Housing Projects:

  • Below is the list of 21 blocked social housing projects.

No.

PROJECT NAME

PROVINCE

NUMBER OF UNITS

1

Steve Biko Munford

EC

220

2

Carnival Gardens

GP

888

3

Devland

GP

444

4

Clayville

GP

452

5

Devland Gardens

GP

870

6

Fochville X8

GP

256

7

Fochville X11

GP

258

8

Grand Central

GP

990

9

Midrand Heights

GP

305

10

Mohlakeng

GP

1 080

11

Betty Street

GP

227

12

Hospital Street

KZN

1 056

13

Bridge City

KZN

1 130

14

Bridge City

KZN

738

15

Kwandokuhle

MP

492

16

Hull Street

NC

372

17

Tlhabane

NW

700

18

Garankuwa

NW

1 592

19

Gabonewe

NW

801

20

Goodwood

WC

1 055

21

Mountain Ridge

WC

362

 Total

14 288

Distressed Social Housing Projects:

  • Below is a table of distressed Social Housing projects facing challenges such as building hijacking, maladministration, and rental boycotts.

Project Name/ Delivery

Agent

Type

Province

Total Portfolio in Units

FRESHCO

SHI

FS

1 051

Let's Care

SHI

GP

423

Yeast City Housing

SHI

GP

1 270

Toproot Property

SHI

GP

112

Capital City Housing

SHI

KZN

1 680

First Metro Housing Company (FMHC) –

SHI

KZN

2 543

Emalahleni Housing

Company

MOE

MP

104

Steve Tshwete Housing Association

SHI

MP

723

TOTAL

   

7 906

Catalytic Projects

The following table provides a snapshot of stalled catalytic projects, highlighting their locations, planned housing yields, and the specific obstacles they are encountering.

No.

Name of Project

Province

Total Housing Opportunities

FY 2024-25

Housing Opportunities

Challenges

1

Zanemvula

Eastern Cape

22 715

88

Illegal Land invasion, Extortion, vandalism, etc

2

Jachtvlakte

12 000

34

Community unrests

3

Duncan Village

21 235

15

Illegal Land invasion, Extortion, vandalism, etc

4

Evaton URP

Gauteng

4 280

-

Insufficient bulk capacity

5

Klarinet – Phase 2

Mpumalanga

3 914

-

Land acquisition – land too expensive

6

Voortrekker Integration

Western Cape

1 152

-

Illegal invasion of sites, insufficient bulk infrastructure funding.

c. Full Details of the Current Strategy to Unblock Blocked Projects

The Department of Human Settlements is employing a multifaceted strategy to unblock stalled projects. The strategy includes:

1. Project Identification and Categorization:

  • Comprehensive Inventory: A detailed list of all stalled projects is compiled, including information on their current status, challenges, and potential for completion.
  • Categorization: Projects are classified into categories based on their specific issues, such as legal hurdles, negotiation requirements, feasibility concerns, or readiness for completion. This categorization helps prioritize interventions and allocate resources effectively.

2. Assessment and Planning:

  • Expert Evaluation: External professionals are engaged to assess the technical and financial viability of each project, ensuring that revitalization efforts are based on sound analysis.
  • Detailed Plans: Comprehensive project completion plans are developed, encompassing bills of quantities, tender documentation, cash flow projections, and other essential elements.
  • Beneficiary Consultation: The department actively engages with beneficiaries to understand their needs and concerns, ensuring that project revitalization aligns with community expectations.

3. Contractual and Legal Processes:

  • Contractual Review: Existing contractual agreements are thoroughly reviewed to identify potential obstacles and explore options for termination or rescheduling, with legal counsel sought when necessary.
  • Procurement: In cases where contract termination is deemed necessary, new procurement processes are initiated, adhering to principles of fairness, transparency, and competitiveness.
  • Negotiation and Approvals: When feasible, the department negotiates with existing contractors to reschedule project timelines and secure necessary approvals to facilitate project continuation.

4. Financial Management:

  • Funding Source: The primary funding source for unblocking stalled projects is the Human Settlements Development Grant (HSDG) allocated to Provincial Departments.
  • Prioritization: Project prioritization and funding allocation are guided by the categorization process, ensuring that resources are directed towards projects with the highest potential for successful completion.
  • Flexibility: The financial framework allows for additional funding to cover professional services and unforeseen variations arising from geotechnical challenges or other complexities.

5. Project Implementation and Monitoring:

  • Revitalization: Project revitalization activities are initiated based on the detailed completion plans, ensuring a structured and organized approach.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Robust monitoring and evaluation systems are put in place to track progress, identify and address challenges, and ensure that projects stay on track for timely completion.
  • Reporting: Regular progress reports are generated and shared with relevant stakeholders, promoting transparency and accountability.

6. Quality Assurance:

  • Standards Compliance: Strict adherence to relevant norms and standards is maintained throughout the project revitalization process to guarantee the delivery of high-quality human settlements.
  • Inspections and Audits: Regular quality inspections and audits are conducted to verify compliance and identify any areas for improvement.

7. Capacity Development and Collaboration:

  • Capacity Building: The department invests in capacity development initiatives at the provincial and municipal levels to enhance project management skills, procurement expertise, and overall institutional effectiveness.
  • Collaboration: Active collaboration is fostered among all stakeholders, including provincial and municipal governments, housing agencies, private sector developers, and community organizations, to leverage collective expertise and resources.
  • Transparency and Accountability: The department is committed to promoting transparency and accountability in all aspects of project implementation, ensuring open access to information, clear roles and responsibilities, and consequences for non-performance.

8. Focus on Catalytic Projects:

  • Prioritization: Catalytic projects, which have the potential to yield a high number of housing opportunities and stimulate economic growth, are given priority in the unblocking process.
  • Private Sector Participation: These projects are often structured to attract private sector investment through public-private partnerships, maximizing resource mobilization and project impact.
  • Targeted Interventions: Specific challenges faced by each catalytic project are addressed through tailored interventions, ensuring that these projects reach their full potential and deliver maximum benefits to communities.

By implementing this comprehensive strategy and addressing the root causes of project delays, the Department of Human Settlements aims to unblock stalled projects effectively and efficiently, contributing to the provision of adequate housing for all South Africans, particularly those in vulnerable groups.

03 October 2024 - NW1013

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Mohlala, Ms MR to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(a) What specific actions has she taken to address the (i) severe delays and (ii) mismanagement issues plaguing the Snake Park Water, Sanitation and Roads Project in Ward 16 of Kimberley which is managed by her department, including the completion of the remaining infrastructure and (b) how will her department ensure transparency and accountability in the financial reporting of the specified project and prevent further vandalism and theft of the infrastructure?

Reply:

a) (i) Specific action to address severe delays:

The Snake Park development is a key project under the National Upgrading Support Programme (NUSP), initially projected to deliver 1,660 serviced stands over a multi-year timeline since the 2017/18 financial year. According to information from the Provincial Department of Human Settlements, all planning processes have received the necessary approvals from Sol Plaatje Municipality and the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC).

Despite the progress made in constructing the internal civil services, the project has encountered significant delays due to the unexpected discovery of an underground high-water table. This situation necessitated a reconfiguration of the delivery schedule, which had financial implications requiring further approvals.

In response to the challenges, an expanded scope of work has been authorized, incorporating crucial elements such as the paving of 4.7 kilometers of access roads, the installation of V-drains for efficient storm-water management, and kerbing. To date, approximately 1,900 meters of paving, 3,200 meters of kerbing, and 450 meters of V-drains have been successfully completed.

The project has been structured for phased implementation within the multi-year plan, guided by the readiness of each stage and the availability of necessary resources, including funding allocations. These factors have contributed to the delays, which are presently under review to facilitate and accelerate speedy completion.

(ii) Specific action to address mismanagement Issues:

The provincial department is conducting a thorough review of the existing project management protocols to identify any deficiencies contributing to mismanagement. This review will focus on improving planning, execution, and oversight processes to enhance overall project efficiency. The provincial department is also intending to implement a monitoring and accountability framework that includes regular progress assessments and performance reviews of contractors and project teams. It is expected that this framework will allow for real-time identification of issues and facilitate prompt corrective actions.

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b) How will the department ensure transparency and accountability in the financial reporting of the specified project and prevent further vandalism and theft of the infrastructure?

The provincial department has a project steering committee (PSC), consisting of local stakeholders, convenes monthly to discuss and report on the project's progress.

During construction, the developer, along with the appointed contractors, is responsible for safeguarding the infrastructure. Given the in-situ nature of the development, the local authority plays a crucial role in ensuring community safety and collaborating with local structures to mitigate risks related to vandalism and theft.

To further enhance oversight, the province in partnership with the Housing Development Agency (HDA), is currently assessing the status of the infrastructure installed at the Snake Park Project. Following this assessment, the project will be prioritized for implementation in the next financial year, contingent upon funding availability.

Moreover, the provincial department and the HDA will provide detailed monthly progress reports to the National Department of Human Settlements. These reports will outline specific and actionable mitigation measures aimed at preventing vandalism and theft of the infrastructure.

30 September 2024 - NW1049

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Whether any board members of the National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) have any legal judgments against their names; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the full, relevant details of each board member who has a judgment against their name; (2) What are the full details of current vacant senior management positions at the NHFC?

Reply:

(1) There are no members of the Board with legal judgements. As part of the renewal of the directors and officers indemnity cover, members are requested to advise this status on an annual basis.

 (2) The following executive management positions are vacant due to early retirement:

  • Executive Corporate Finance (Retirement 31 October 2023),
  • Executive Strategic Partnerships & Programme Management (31 March 2024).

The organisation parted ways with the Chief Financial Officer in April 2024 and with the Chief Information Officer in August 2024. General Managers who were reporting to these executives are currently acting while the recruitment processes are underway.

The organisation is also capacitating itself strategically at an executive level. To that end, the recruitment of a Chief Operational Officer and Chief Investment Officer are at final stages. These two roles did not exist previously in the structure of the organisation and are being introduced to strategically support the organisation.

 

30 September 2024 - NW1050

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What are the full, relevant details of the (a) rental costs of the National Housing Finance Corporation offices in Grayston Drive and (b) lease agreement?

Reply:

(a) Rental costs for temporary office space since NHFC moved into 90 Grayston Drive:

Date

Rental, Parking and Operational Costs

(R’)

Utilities and Related Costs

(R’)

Total Invoice Amount (R’)

Comments

May 2023

63 954.89

11 289.83

75 244.72

No utilities charged yet

June 2023

82 608.41

22 271.92

104 880.33

No utilities charged yet

July 2023

82 608.41

26 639.56

111 247,97

Utilities not fully charged

August 2023

82 608.41

42 160.91

124 769,32

Utilities, based on usage

September 2023

82 608.41

40 566.57

123 174.98

Utilities, based on usage

October 2023

82 608.41

61 800.04

144 408.45

Utilities, based on usage

November 2023

82 608.41

53 086.81

135 695.22

Utilities, based on usage

December 2023

82608.41

44 425.54

127 033.95

Utilities, based on usage

January 2024

82 608.41

55 789.24

138 397.65

Utilities, based on usage

February 2024

82 608.41

47 921.16

130 529.57

Utilities, based on usage

March 2024

82 608.41

46 180.81

128 789.22

Utilities, based on usage

Total

890 038.99

454 132.39

1 344 171.38

Temporary Small space 350 Sqm

(a) Rental cost for permanent office space on 90 Grayston Drive from 1 June 2024

Date

Rental, Parking and Operational Costs

(R’)

Utilities and Related Costs

(R’)

Total Invoice Amount (R’)

Comments

April 2024

82 608.41

44 216.83

126 825.24

Still in temporary space

May 2024

82 608.41

67 086.96

149 695.37

Still in temporary space

June 2024

326 071.46

770 900.71

1 096 972.17

Utilities and Related Costs include Tenant Installation

July 2024

326 071.46

95 057.95

421 129.41

Normal rental varies with utilities

August 2024

326 071.46

93 396.34

419 467.80

Normal rental varies with utilities

September 2024

326 071.46

138 713.55

464 785.01

There were adjustments on rates and taxes as well as adjustments to correct billing on utilities, due to actual readings

Total

1 469 502.66

1 209 372.34

2 678 875.00

 

(b) Lease agreement

As per the lease agreement, the commencement date for the permanent office space that NHFC is renting was 1 June 2024 and the lease terminates on 31 May 2027. The entity is leasing 1 573 square metres office space and 65 parking bays. The monthly rental amounts inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT) as well as the parking bay rental amounts inclusive of VAT are as follows:

Period

Office space rental

Parking bay rental

Total

1 June 2024 – 31 May 2025

R191,531.63

R82,225.00

R273,756.63

1 June 2025 – 31 May 2026

R204,938.84

R87,980.75

R292,919.59

1 June 2026 – 31 May 2027

R219,284.56

R94,139.40

R313,423.96

23 September 2024 - NW670

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Montwedi, Mr Mk to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(a) What are the reasons that there is a high level of rejected applications for houses, (b) What informed that position, and (c) How does she intend to resolve the concerning rejection of the specified applications?

Reply:

a) Reasons for the high level of rejected applications for houses High Rejection Rates

A high level of rejection refers to a situation where a significant proportion of housing loan applications are declined by financial institutions. To put this into perspective, the current rejection rate for home loans in South Africa hovers around 35-40%, which is considerably higher than the average rejection rate observed in other sectors. This indicates a concerning trend where a large number of aspiring homeowners are unable to access the necessary financing to purchase a home. The reasons attributed to the rejections include, amongst others, the following:

  • Lack of affordability: This means that the applicant's income is insufficient to comfortably meet the monthly loan repayments. Lenders typically assess affordability using a debt-to-income ratio, which compares the applicant's total monthly debt obligations to their gross monthly income. A healthy debt-to-income ratio is generally considered to be around 30% to 36%. If an applicant's debt-to-income ratio is too high, it suggests they may be overextended and struggle to afford additional debt, such as a home loan.
  • Unacceptable credit track record: This indicates that applicants have a history of poor credit management, such as missed payments or defaults on other loans.
  • Unacceptable security: The property being offered as collateral does not meet the lender's requirements in terms of value or condition. The accepted securities for housing finance are typically mortgages/property or pensions for pension-backed loans. For instance, a house in a dilapidated state might be deemed unacceptable security as it poses a risk to the lender. Additionally, if there are disputes or uncertainties regarding the property's ownership, it may also be considered unacceptable security.
  • Adverse credit record: This refers to a negative credit history, which may include judgments, defaults, or debt review status.
  • Ineligible applicant: This could be due to various factors, such as age, employment status, or not meeting the lender's specific criteria.

b) What informed that position?

The high rejection rate is influenced by a combination of factors, including:

  • Stringent Lending Criteria: Financial institutions adhere to the National Credit Act, which mandates responsible lending practices. This includes thorough affordability assessments to prevent borrowers from taking on unaffordable debt. While these regulations protect consumers, they can also make it more challenging for some individuals, especially those with lower incomes or less-than-perfect credit histories, to qualify for a home loan.
  • High Cost of Living and Low Wages: The rising cost of living, coupled with stagnant or low wages, can impact affordability and make it challenging for individuals to meet loan repayment obligations.
  • Limited Access to Financial Education: Many individuals may lack the necessary financial literacy to understand the home loan application process, manage their credit effectively, or make informed financial decisions.
  • Lack of Affordable Housing Stock: The shortage of affordable housing options in the market can limit the choices available to potential buyers and contribute to higher rejection rates.

c) How does she intend to resolve the concerning rejection of the specified applications?

  • Amending the Home Loan and Mortgage Disclosure Act 2000: The proposed amendments aim to compel banks to provide more detailed information on rejected applications. This will help identify any discriminatory lending practices and inform policy interventions to improve access to housing finance. The Office of Disclosure will have the power to verify information received from financial institutions to ascertain the accuracy of the disclosed rejection rates.
  • Promoting Financial Literacy: We will implement financial education programs to empower individuals to make informed financial decisions and improve their creditworthiness. The Office of Disclosure will conduct consumer awareness campaigns in partnership with lenders to educate the public and potential beneficiaries about accessing housing finance.
  • Increasing the Supply and access to Affordable Housing: We are actively working to address the access to affordable housing through various strategies, including public-private partnerships, land release and development, subsidized housing programs, and innovative building technologies, including the following interventions:
  • First Home Finance (FHF): FHF provides a once-off subsidy to first-time home buyers earning between R3,501 and R22,000 per month. The subsidy can be used to reduce the monthly bond repayment or cover the deposit. In the period 2019/20 to 2023/24, FHF assisted 28,400 households in purchasing homes, exceeding its target.
  • Social Housing Programme: This program aims to build rental housing for low-income families at a monthly rental of between R700 and R6000, providing an affordable alternative to homeownership. The Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) has delivered 13,885 social housing units

between 2019/20 and 2023/24. The department and the Entity are also exploring the option of rent-to-buy to make affordable housing accessible for ownership.

  • Enhanced Affordable Housing Programmes: The Department is working to enhance its affordable housing finance programs to assist the gap market by providing lump-sum deposits to qualifying beneficiaries.
  • Title Deeds Backlog Eradication: The Department aims to eradicate the title deeds backlog of 832,951 households. Addressing this backlog will provide security of tenure and enable beneficiaries to leverage their properties for economic opportunities.
  • Upgrading of Informal Settlements: The Informal Settlements Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG) has been allocated R21.1 billion over the next three years to upgrade informal settlements, providing basic services and improving living conditions.
  • Employer-Assisted Housing (EAH): The Department is developing a policy to encourage employers to provide housing assistance to their employees.

By implementing these measures, the Department aims to create a more inclusive and accessible housing finance system, enabling more South Africans to realize their dream of homeownership.

23 September 2024 - NW919

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

In view of her department’s report on 2 March 2024 that 19 796 people had registered on the housing subsidy system and that there were 3 522 blocked projects that have been unblocked, what is the breakdown of all municipalities in each province that make up the total of approximately 3 440 including the 100 budgets for the financial year as indicated by the Deputy Director General (DDG) in a meeting of the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements on 4 September 2024; (2) noting the presentation of the Chief Financial Officer and DDG, wherein both referred to the poor performance and lack of proper management by contractors, what measures and systems will be put in place, without excluding the upcoming contractors, to (a) curb the evil element forbidding beneficiaries from receiving their houses and (b) identify in advance projects that may become blocked projects due to the involvement of the construction mafia? NW1164E

Reply:

In 2021, the National Department of Human Settlements and its sector partners (Provinces and Municipalities) through MINMEC took a decision to unblock all blocked projects or abandoned projects over a period of three financial years, namely, 2022/23 – 2024/25.

(1) Breakdown of Municipalities with Unblocked Projects

The following table provides a breakdown of the number of the previously blocked 3445 projects per province and the specific municipalities where these projects were located.

Province

Number of Projects Unblocked

Municipalities

Eastern Cape

133

Matatiele, Mbizana, Ntabankulu, Umzimvubu, Amahlathi, Great Kei, Mbhashe, Ngqushwa, Raymond Mhlaba, BCM, NMBM

Free State

770

Mafube, Metsimaholo, Moqhaka, Masilonyana, Matjhabeng, Nala, Tswelopele, Mangaung

Gauteng

216

Ekurhuleni, Joburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng, West-Rand,

KwaZulu-Natal

302

Matatiele, Dannhauser, Newcastle, Ethekwini, NDZ, Greater Kokstad, Umzimkhulu, KwaDukuza. Mhlathuze, Ray Nkonyeni, Msunduzi, Umshwathi, Alfred Duma, Phongolo and uLundi

Limpopo

495

Aganang, Blouberg, Lepele-Nkumpi, Molemole, Polokwane, Bushbuckridge, Elias Motsoaledi, Fetakgomo, Makhuduthamaga, Giyani, Collins Chabane, Makhado, Mogalakwena, Thabazimbi

Mpumalanga

141

Bushbuckridge, Mbombela, Nkomazi, Thaba Chweu, Chief Albert Luthuli, Dr JS Moroka, Emakhazeni, Emalahleni, Steve Tshwete, Thembisile Hani, Victor Khanye

Northern Cape

164

Dikgatlong, Phokwane, Sol Plaatjie, Gamagara, Ga-Segonyana, Joe Morolong, Hantam, Nama Khoi, Richtersveld, Emthanjeni, Renosterberg, Umsobomvu, Dawid Kruiper

North-West

381

Kgetlengrivier, Madibeng, Moretele, Moses Kotane, Rusternburg, Matlosana, JB Marks, Mahikeng, Merafong

Western Cape

843

Breede Valley, Drakenstein, Langeberg, Stellenbosch, Witzenberg, CoCT, Cape Agulhas, Overstrand, Swellendam, Theewaterskloof, Bergrivier, Cederberg

TOTAL

3445

 

In line with the Department's ongoing efforts to address the issue of blocked projects, the following table outlines the 100 projects that have been prioritized for intervention in the 2024/2025 financial year.

Province

No. of Projects

Municipality

Budget for Units

Total Units

Eastern Cape

0

 

0

0

Free State

41

Mafube, Metsimaholo, Moqhaka, Ngwathe, Matjabeng, Nala, Tshwelopele, Mangaung, Dihlabeng, Maluti a Phofung, Setsoto, Kopanong

74 173 000

471

Gauteng

14

Joburg, Tshwane, Emfuleni, Mogale

55 487 888

300

KwaZulu Natal

1

Ethekwini

35

 

Limpopo

13

Blouberg, Lepelle-Nkumpi, Molemole, Ba-phalaborwa, Fetakgomo, Makhuduthamaga, Thulamela

7 972 314

305

Mpumalanga

0

 

0

0

Northern Cape

0

 

0

0

North West

30

Madibeng, Moretele, Rustenburg, Kagisano-Molopo, JB Marks, Naledi, Mahikeng

84 474 015

399

Western Cape

1

City of Cape Town

7 500 000

30

Grand Total

100

 

229 607 252

1505

(2) Measures to Address Poor Contractor Performance and Construction Mafia

The Department acknowledges the concerns regarding poor contractor performance and the disruptive influence of the construction mafia. To address these issues and prevent future project blockages, the following measures and systems are being implemented:

(a) Curbing the 'Evil Element' and Ensuring Beneficiaries Receive their Houses

  • Enhanced Due Diligence on Contractors: Implement stricter vetting procedures for contractors, including thorough background checks, financial assessments, and scrutiny of past performance. This will help ensure that only reputable and capable contractors are awarded projects.
  • Community Participation and Oversight: Empower communities to actively participate in project oversight committees. This will enable them to monitor progress, raise concerns, and report any suspicious activities or attempts to extort beneficiaries.
  • Whistleblower Protection Mechanisms: Establish clear and accessible channels for reporting any unethical or illegal activities, including threats or intimidation by the construction mafia. Implement robust whistleblower protection measures to encourage reporting without fear of reprisal. C
  • Collaboration with Law Enforcement: Continue to work closely with law enforcement agencies to address the construction mafia, including information sharing and coordinated efforts to prevent disruptions.

(b) Identifying and Addressing Potential Blockages in Advance

  • Early Warning Systems: Develop and implement early warning systems to identify projects at risk of becoming blocked due to factors such as contractor non-performance, community unrest, or potential construction mafia involvement.
  • Risk Assessments: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments at the outset of each project, considering factors such as the project's location, complexity, and potential vulnerabilities to disruptions.
  • Proactive Engagement with Stakeholders: Maintain open and proactive communication with all stakeholders, including communities, contractors, and law enforcement agencies, to address potential issues before they escalate and cause project blockages.
  • Capacity Building: Invest in capacity-building initiatives for officials and contractors to enhance project management, financial management, and procurement skills.

The Department is dedicated to fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration in the housing sector. By implementing these measures, we aim to create an environment where projects are completed successfully, and beneficiaries receive their homes without undue delays or interference.

20 September 2024 - NW868

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Tetyana, Mr Y to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What (a) is the current status of the housing backlog in the Republic, (b) measures has she put in place for beneficiaries to trace their status and or how far they are on the list and (c) are the time frames that have been put in place to completely eradicate the backlog in each (i) municipality and (ii) province?

Reply:

a) The Department does not have a housing waiting list nor a housing backlog. The housing backlog numbers in the Republic are derived from Statistics South Africa (STATSSA) General Household Survey 2020.

The Department has a National Housing Needs Register (NHNR) which is an application that is designed to register households/ individuals and their housing needs in South Africa. There are currently 3.3 million households/ individuals registered on the NHNR.

The households/ individuals registered on the NHNR have not yet gone through the application process, they complete application forms when there is an approved project which they can apply against; and if they meet the qualification criteria, would become a beneficiary in that approved project.

b) There is an online public platform where citizens can utilise Housing Subsidy System (HSS) Online to obtain information in terms of their application status once a subsidy application form is completed and captured; as well as trace where they are on the list of people who have registered their need for adequate shelter on the National Housing Needs Register (NHNR) prior to completing a subsidy application form. The front-end functionality is found on https://www.hssonline.gov.za

Citizens may enter their full Identity number (ID) to see if a record exists on any of the databases within the Human Settlements environment. If the ID is found on HSS the system will detail where the ID was found, If the ID is found on the NHNR, it will indicate the position that the ID number is in relation to the total number of registered citizens in the area that the citizen is registered under based on earliest registration date.

c) As indicated in (a) above, there is no backlog in provinces and municipalities, there are households/ individuals that have registered their housing needs and if they meet the qualification criteria, are assisted when a project is approved and developed in their area of registration.

20 September 2024 - NW946

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Buthelezi, Prince MG to ask the Minister of Human SettlementsWhat

The National Department of Human Settlements has on 17 May 2019 in the Government Gazzette Number 42464 in terms of section 7(3)(a) of the Housing Development Agency Act, Act 23 of 2008 declared 136 Priority Development Areas. The identified Priority Development Areas are important and critical spaces where both state and non-state infrastructure investments are promoted including the identification and preparation of land for human settlements development. To date, 112 development plans and programmes linked to the development areas have been prepared. The National Department in terms of section 3(1)(f) of the Social Housing Act, Act 16 of 2008 designates Restructuring Zones submitted by provinces and identified by municipalities for social housing development purposes. It is important to note that a Restructuring Zone is a geographic area which would have been identified by a municipality, with the concurrence of a provincial government for the purposes of social housing and designated by the Minister in the What (a) strategies has her department developed to mitigate the challenges related to identifying and converting land to be used for residential purposes and (b) successes have been recorded across the provinces where these challenges existed.

Reply:

a) The National Department of Human Settlements has on 17 May 2019 in the Government Gazzette Number 42464 in terms of section 7(3)(a) of the Housing Development Agency Act, Act 23 of 2008 declared 136 Priority Development Areas. The identified Priority Development Areas are important and critical spaces where both state and non-state infrastructure investments are promoted including the identification and preparation of land for human settlements development. To date, 112 development plans and programmes linked to the development areas have been prepared. The National Department in terms of section 3(1)(f) of the Social Housing Act, Act 16 of 2008 designates Restructuring Zones submitted by provinces and identified by municipalities for social housing development purposes. It is important to note that a Restructuring Zone is a geographic area which would have been identified by a municipality, with the concurrence of a provincial government for the purposes of social housing and designated by the Minister in the Gazzette for approved projects. The identification of suitable land and properties located within the restructuring zones for social housing is prioritised. It is also the Department’s key priority to facilitate the development and allocation of serviced stands to qualifying beneficiaries who will build their own housing units.

Worth noting is that the Department has experienced challenges with regards to accessing state land held nationally by the Department of Pubic Works and Infrastruture required for human settlements development purposes. The Cabinet approved the release of state land required for human settlements by way of power of attorney in favour of the Housing Development Agency to enable land preparation and development planning. The Department has also prioritised the acquisition of inner city properties for affordable rental human settlements including student accommodation as human settlements input towards inner city regeneration. With regards to the conversion of land for residential purposes, challenges were notably experienced in the North West Province where some Municipal Planning Tribunals (MPTs) were effectively dysfunctional. However with the intervention of the Provincial Cooperative Governance Department, there are improvements with regards to the functioning of the Municipal Planning Tribunals within the Province.

b) Some of the successes recorded with regards to the release of state land for human settlements, inner city housing opportunities and rapid land release programme projects are as follows:

LIST OF RELEASED STATE LAND PARCELS PER PROVINCE

 

Province

Extent

Eastern Cape

214.7525

Free State

48.6632

Gauteng

473.5788

Kwa-Zulu Natal

419.5788

Limpopo

0.4814

Mpumalanga

314.9285

North West

725.1572

Northern Cape

270.1572

Western Cape

33.3502

Total

2500.6478

INNER CITY BUILDINGS

RAPID LAND RELEASED PROGRAMME PROJECTS

Province

Municipality

Property Description

Extent

Free State

Mangaung Metropolitan

NBS Building

0.0954

Gauteng

City of Johannesburg

ESKOM Braamfontein

0.3210

Northern Cape

Sol Plaatjie Local Municipality

ESKOM Kimberley

0.2891

Western Cape

City of Cape Town

SABC Sea Point

0.2167

PROJECT NAME

PROVINCE

MUNICIAPLITY

NUMBER OF SITES

Zamdela Exts 20 &21

Free State

Metsimaholo Local Municipality

159

Elijah Barayi Village

Gauteng

Merafong City Local Municipality

495

Westonaria Borwa

Rand West Metropolitan Municipality

342

Palm Ridge Extenions

City of Ekurhuleni

2251

Chris Hani Extensions

2560

Ellisras Extenion 97

Limpopo

Lephalale Local Municipality

200

Total

6007

16 September 2024 - NW521

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

With reference to the understanding by her department to the republic that a total of 900 areas with up to 180 000 informal settlements will be upgraded to municipal service sites, what (a)(i) number of target has been reached so far and (ii) how far off from reaching the target in her department, (b) measures of monitoring have been put in place to achieve the specified target, and (c) the breakdown of the budget that is still available to achieve the target.

Reply:

The number of informal settlements in the country is 4 035 and not 180 000. The upgrading of informal settlements consists of three phases, namely:

  • Phase 1: entails conducting beneficiary administration, feasibility studies, acquiring land parcels and provision of interim basic services (standpipes and portable toilets).
  • Phase 2 entails developing engineering designs, obtaining EIA approvals and township registration (formalisation) of the settlements in terms of SPLUMA 16 of 2013.
  • Phase 3: entails the construction of bulk infrastructure and municipal engineering services to yield serviced sites allocated to qualifying beneficiaries within the informal settlements.

a)(i) Therefore, during the 2019-2024 MTSF period, the number of serviced sites that have been delivered through the Informal Settlements Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG) is 156 949, where Provinces delivered 68 902 sites and Metros delivered 88 047.

a)(ii) According to the Census data of 2022, the number of households that reside in informal dwellings throughout the country is 2 049 710, whereas the National Housing Needs Register (NHNR) has 832 746 households that requested to be considered for

Human settlements subsidies such as serviced sites and BNG houses. However, the final approval to issue a serviced site depends on the budget available and the socio-economic status of the applicant at the time in which a project has been budgeted for in a particular financial year. This implies that the total number of outstanding serviced sites fluctuates annually.

b) The Monitoring and Evaluation branch of the department is responsible for monitoring the performance of provinces and metros including the serviced sites achieved on a quarterly basis. In addition, the Informal Settlements Upgrading branch has introduced 6 workstreams that will monitor the key indicators of the ISUPG on a monthly basis:

  • Beneficiary administration & Land acquisition: entails updating the number of households that need serviced sites and monitoring the progress of land parcels to be acquired annually for upgrading informal settlements.
  • Geo-mapping: entails identifying all the informal settlements in the country using drone technology from Department of Land Reform & Rural Development.
  • Reblocking: entails monitoring the progress of decongesting informal settlements that are densely clustered.
  • Township Registration: entails verifying the number of informal settlements that are located on proclaimed townships and those that are still outstanding.
  • EIA & Geotech Studies: monitors the progress of obtaining environmental approvals from relevant authorities.
  • Permanent Infrastructure: monitors the progress of installing bulk water, sanitation, electricity, and road infrastructure and the

C) The 2024 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) indicates that the ISUPG budget will be declining drastically in provinces for the outer years, thereby reducing the number of service sites that can be delivered annually and prolonging the delivery timeframe. The breakdown thereof is as indicated on Table 1 and Table 2 below:

Table 1: MTEF Budget for Provinces on the ISUPG.

Province

MTEF BUDGET: ISUPG

2024/25

2025/26

2026/27

Eastern Cape

R 361 420 000

R 307 920 000

R 103 374 000

Free State

R 190 561 000

R 162 353 000

R 54 505 000

Gauteng

R 927 043 000

R 789 815 000

R 265 155 000

KwaZulu Natal

R 597 069 000

R 508 686 000

R 170 774 000

Limpopo

R 212 572 000

R 181 106 000

R 60 800 000

Mpumalanga

R 216 666 000

R 184 593 000

R 61 971 000

Northern Cape

R 64 112 000

R 54 623 000

R 18 338 000

North West

R 299 236 000

R 254 942 000

R 85 588 000

Western Cape

R 382 315 000

R 325 722 000

R 109 350 000

 TOTAL

R 3 250 994 000

R 2 769 760 000

R 929 855 000

Table 2: MTEF Budget for Metros on the ISUPG.

Metro

MTEF BUDGET: ISUPG

2024/25

2025/26

2026/27

Buffalo City Metro

R 304,707,000

R 318,357,000

R 332,943,000

Nelson Mandela Bay

R 361,684,000

R 377,887,000

R 395,200,000

Mangaung Metro

R 302,002,000

R 315,531,000

R 329,986,000

City of Ekurhuleni

R 787,428,000

R 822,707,000

R 860,397,000

City of Johannesburg

R 739,714,000

R 772,854,000

R 808,263,000

City of Tshwane

R 641,212,000

R 669,938,000

R 700,630,000

City of Cape Town

R 592,962,000

R 619,527,000

R 647,910,000

eThekwini

R 785,485,000

 R 820,674,000

R 858,273,000

TOTAL

R 4,515,194,000

R 4,717,475,000

R 4,933,602,000

16 September 2024 - NW519

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

1.With reference to the filling of critical jobs in her department and for which an amount of R10,4 million was set aside from the 2021-2022 financial year until the 2024-2025 financial year, what is the total number of the vacant positions that have been filled to date?

Reply:

  1. The Department filled a total of fifty eight (58) vacant funded positions identified as critical since 2021-2022 until the 2024-2025 financial years.

16 September 2024 - NW184

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Van Rooyen, Mr DD to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

(1) Whether considering that the Khutsong township in the west of Johannesburg was developed on a dolomitic and sinkhole prone area by the apartheid government (details furnished) and noting that on 24 May 2022 a community sinkhole advocacy group, Merafong Dolomite Risk and Vulnerability Community Support Group, wrote to the Presidency pleading for an agent intervention (details furnished), her department intends providing the community with assistance; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details; ?

Reply:

The Department through the Gauteng Province providing assistance to the the Khutsong Township through ensuring that the intervention is catered for through the business plans of the Human Settlements Development Grant (HSDG) and the Informal Settlements Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG). Accordingly, in the approved 2024/25 HSDG and ISUPG, currently being implemented, the following interventions form part of the approved business plans for the Gauteng Province:

(1) 2024/25 Informal Settlements Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG) Business Plan

A total amount of R7 343 549 which equivalent to 0,79 of R927 043 000 of the Province allocation is allocated to cater for the various Extension of Khutsong Township. The breakdown of the total allocation, in line with the Guidelines for Informal Settlements Upgrading Phases, is as follows:

  1. Phase 0 (Social Facilitation): R208 673 is allocated for community engagement and facilitation.
  2. Phase 1 (Pre-feasibility Studies): A total amount of R3 832 000 out of R4 606 543 is meant for Re-blocking.
  3. Phase 2 Rudimentary Services: R2 349 221 to ensure basic services and pre-planning.
  4. Phase 3 (Permanent Infrastructure): This will be catered for in the HSDG business plan for 2025/26 financial year.
  5. Operational Capital Budget (OPSCAP): R179 110 is to cater for operational and capital expenditure.

(2) what steps does she intend to take in the response to the question from the Khutsong community that the government must build a suitable and more humane transit area big enough to accommodate families who were evacuated due to sinkhole occurrence

REPLY:

As part of the approval conditions of the business plan, I have instructed the Gauteng Province to ensure that Khutsong projects are part of the plans to resolve human settlement and housing conditions. This is monitored through MinMEC progress reports.

(3) what is the long-term plan of her department to resolve the unfortunate and historic disaster endured by the residents of Khutsong?

REPLY:

The long-term interventions is that the Provinces have to submit business plans that indicate intervention for outer years. This is duly part of the approved current 2024/25 business plan which the Department continues to monitor its implementation beyond the current financial year. The breakdown of the plans towards Khutsong for 2025/26 is as follows:

Phases

Annual Budget

Phase 0: Social Facilitation

R121 264

Phase 1: Prefeasibility Studies

R2 303 271

Phase 2: Rudimentary/ Formalization

R1 423 019

Phase 3: Permanent Infrastructure

R0,000

OPSCAP

R155 600

Total

R4 003 154

As part ensuring that the Khutsong Township intervention is sustained, the Department will monitor inclusion of this project from the first to the final HSDG Business Plan for implementation in the 2025/26 financial year. Finally, the intervention will be within the policy and quantum approved for implementation

16 September 2024 - NW305

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Mphithi, Mr L to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What is the strategy of her Department to ensure that, (a) provinces and (b) municipalities spend their grants to avoid the repurposing of the grants?

Reply:

Obligation to Adhere to Legislative Provisions: Provinces and municipalities have an obligation to adhere to legislated requirements:

  • The Division of Revenue Act (DoRA), stipulates conditions for both the Department as the transferring officer, as well provinces and municipalities as receiving officers, on how the conditional grants funds are to be utilised
  • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA):
    • Govern the monthly and quarterly reporting of performance especially for Provinces and Municipalities respectively
    • On Payment of claims: PFMA charges Accounting Officers to settle all contractual obligations and pay all money owing, including intergovernmental claims, within the prescribed or agreed period, while the MFMA charges the Accounting Officers to take all reasonable steps to ensure that all money owing by the municipality be paid within 30 days of receiving the relevant invoice or statement unless prescribed otherwise for certain categories of expenditure.”
  • Treasury Regulations and Municipal Budget Reporting Regulations describe reporting obligations as outlined in the PFMA and MFMA respectively
  • Reporting IT systems: HSS as a sectoral system, BAS and IRM (both administered and managed at National Treasury)

Obligation to Adhere to Grants Frameworks Provisions: Further to the above, on an annual basis, the Department facilitates review and revision of the conditional Grants Frameworks, including specifying conditions and responsibilities Provinces and municipalities as receiving officers thereof, which include that:

  • Provinces and municipalities as receiving officers must only implement programmes and projects that are in the approved Business Plans
  • Provinces and municipalities are allowed to shift projects between projects n the business plan, provided that:
    • No new projects are introduced into the business plan in-year without approval of the transferring officer; and
    • The delivery targets in the business plan are not reduced
  • Provincial Heads of departments must sign-off and confirm that, the procurement processes are concluded of projects captured in their business plans, prior to the start of the new financial year, and that projects captured in their business plans are assessed and approved for implementation in the new financial year.

Business Plans Pre-planning Processes: Prior to commencement of each financial year, the National Department embarks on intensive consultative processes with both provinces and municipalities per grant on development of their respective annual Business Plans per grant, prior to approval, as provided for in the Grants Frameworks:

  • Commencing as early as in the month of August annually, for provinces and municipalities to submit their draft business plans for the next financial year, together with their respective Project Readiness Matrix and Multi-Year Housing Development Plans, Cash flow Projections and Compliance Certificates.
  • These plans and documents are then analysed in detail, with subsequent numerous one-on-one consultations with provinces and municipalities, as well as further deliberations with various internal and external sector structures on the adequacy, objectiveness and practicality of these Business Plans, before final recommendations to the Accounting Officer and the Minister.
  • This is done to ensure and verify that projects included therein, will be ready for implementation on commencement of the new financial year.

Use of Conditional Human Settlements Grants Funds: Provincial and municipal human settlements programs and projects funded against any of the conditional grant funds administered by the Department, follow the approval of business plans, which indicate amongst others:

  • The housing instruments to be funded must be in adherence to the Housing Act, the Housing Code, policy directives of the National Department/Sector and Provincial Annual Performance Plans (APP’s), Ministerial priorities as well as priorities set out in the medium-term strategic framework for human settlements
  • All projects in approved business plans must be aligned with the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and the spatial development framework of municipalities. In pilot areas for the District Development Model, projects in the business plans must be aligned to the One Plan.

Obligation to ensure planned accurate and full expenditure of allocated funds:

Provinces and municipalities must ensure that:

  • Procurement processes are undertaken and concluded a year timeously, prior to the projects implementation period.
  • Prior in-depth analysis and verification is undertaken, of project management and implementation capabilities of contractors to be appointed for implementation of Human Settlements projects on their behalf, including Other Organs of State and accredited municipalities
  • Only implement projects that are ready for implementation as indicated by the Performance Readiness Matrix and in approved Business Plans

Provinces and municipalities must not:

  • Allocate budgets/ funds to projects not ready for implementation
  • Plan and implement projects without communicating with other key stakeholders
  • Commence construction of housing projects prior to/ without enrolling them with NHBRC
  • Spend conditional grant funds on projects outside approved business plans

The National Department in-year support and interventions to provinces and municipalities, include:

  • Provision of continuous various support interventions, towards ensuring that they have the adequate and relevant capacity to implement their projects as planned;
  • Undertaking Project Level Monitoring Visits at provincial and municipal level, to monitor and evaluate the actual performance of projects on the ground, against committed and costed targets in approved Business Plans, the submitted monthly and quarterly DORA reports, and the captured the captured performance information on the Housing Subsidy System (HSS);
  • Where there is observed poor performance, instructing provinces and municipalities to submit Recovery Plans with indication of clear, objective and practical mitigation measures of how they address their performance challenges, as well specific required interventions from the National Department, which are subsequently analysed and consulted on, for endorsement or enhancement.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting:

Provinces and Metros are urged to:

  • Have a bi-monthly (twice a month) engagements with all key stakeholders tasked with implementation of Human Settlements projects;
  • Promptly identify, consider and address identified key weakness performance and challenge areas;
  • Ensure alignment of their planning and implementation processes to prescribed timeframes and other responsible and dependant stakeholder parties, as well as alignment of allocated budgets per project and performance (Financial & Non-Financial) thereof
  • Seek support from National Department, Provincial/ National Treasury, and other available and relevant Departments such as COGTA/ SALGA in addressing identified performance challenges, gaps and weaknesses;

Provinces and municipalities are obligated to submit monthly and quarterly DORA reports:

  • Which are analysed against approved Business Plans, the captured performance information on the HSS, with analysis findings subsequently reported and deliberated on monthly at various governance structures, including the EMT, MINTOP, Technical MINMEC, MINMEC and the Audit Committee;
  • Quarterly performance reviews are also held, where provinces and municipalities are held accountable on their reported, monitored evaluated performance per grant, including identified and concerning performance anomalies.

Use of Other Organs of State: Provinces and municipalities are also encouraged to:

  • Make use of the Human Settlements entities and other Organs of State, for provision of various technical expertise for various programmes and projects. This includes for Provinces to use Organs of State like, the Housing Development Agency (HDA) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa, as Implementing Agents to implement some of their projects on their behalf, however subject to adherence with specific prescribed conditions.
  • Adhere to provisions of the Division of Revenue Act and other issued departmental directives, including gazetting funds to be transferred, putting in place, clearly stipulated valid and signed Implementation Protocols, specific project delivery targets and timelines, payment schedules and to securing prior transfer concurrence from the National Department, ensure alignment of financial and performance information between SLA/MOA, Published Gazette, and to monitor and report on projects performance thereof.

16 September 2024 - NW584

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Maimane, Mr MA to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

What is the total number of staff employed and/or provided as departmental support in (i) her and (ii) the Deputy Minister’s private offices and (b) (i) job title and (ii) annual remuneration package of each specified person and (iii). highest level of academic qualification of each specified member staff?

Reply:

(a) (i) 09 Support Staff.

(ii) 05 Support Staff.

(b) (i) Minister’s Private Office

 

Designation

Salary Notch per Annum

Highest Qualifications

Special Adviser

R2 363 217.00

DPhil, Engineering

Special Adviser

R1 962 090.00

Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting

Chief of Staff

R1 691 559.00

Honours in Public Administration

Private and Appointment Secretary

R1 433 355.00

Diploma in Journalism

Parliamentary Officer

R1 433 355.00

Advanced Diploma in Public Administration

Media Liaison Officer (Vacant)

N/A

N/A

Community Outreach Officer

R1 000 908.00

Advanced Diploma in Public Administration

Assistant Appointments. & Administrative Secretary

R349 966.50

Grade 12

Receptionist

R349 251.36

National Diploma in Auditing

Household Aide (Vacant)

N/A

N/A

(ii) Deputy Minister’s Private Office:

Designation

Salary Notch per Annum

Qualifications

Head of Office (Vacant)

N/A

N/A

Private and Appointment Secretary

R1 003 890.00

National Diploma in Business Management

Parliamentary and Cabinet Support

R849 702.00

BCom in Human Resource Management

Community Outreach Officer

R849 702.00

Honours in Public Administration

Receptionist

R296 491.29

Grade 12

Household Aide

R212 552.76

Grade 11

Household Aide (Vacant)

N/A

N/A

16 September 2024 - NW520

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Poole, Mr C to ask the Minister of Human Settlements

With reference to the delivery of integrated human settlements over the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, in respect which mention was made that an amount of 180 000 subsidised houses and 388 104 title deeds will be delivered with a budget of R43 billion, as at the latest specified date, what (a) total number of (i) houses and (ii) title deeds have been delivered and (iii) in which areas (b) number of houses and title deeds are outstanding and (c) total amount of the budget is still available?

Reply:

A: Houses

(i) The Human Settlements sector Medium Term Strategic Framework (MTSF 2019/20 and 2023/24 FY) target for houses was 300 000 and 240 933 of those houses were delivered during this period.

(ii) The breakdown of the houses delivered by province and district municipality is available in Table 1 below.

Table 1:

Province

DM

2019/20

2020/21

2021/22

2022/23

2023/24

EC

Alfred Nzo DM

1 616

744

891

439

285

 

Amathole DM

1 082

75

463

541

881

 

Buffalo City Metro

1 465

510

817

926

1 198

 

Chris Hani DM

2 305

2 307

2 712

1 621

1 597

 

Eastern Cape Provincial

 

 

229

177

 

 

Joe Gqabi DM

561

280

432

103

425

 

Nelson Mandela Bay Metro

433

99

57

432

906

 

O.R.Tambo DM

1 063

1 251

1 162

1 260

1 351

 

Sarah Baartman DM

229

161

54

51

55

EC Units Total

 

8 754

5 427

6 817

5 550

6 698

FS

Fezile Dabi DM

85

278

492

70

73

 

Free State Provincial

 

2

421

183

162

 

Lejweleputswa DM

309

200

91

5

-

 

Mangaung Metro

1 220

1 124

537

38

25

 

Thabo Mofutsanyane DM

811

204

41

 

-

 

Xhariep DM

178

82

65

15

-

FS Units Total

 

2 603

1 890

1 647

311

260

GP

City of Ekurhuleni Metro

2 751

2 237

 

 

108

 

City of Johannesburg Metro

3 261

2 083

2 222

2 415

2 384

 

City of Tshwane Metro

664

404

170

515

321

 

Gauteng Provincial

 

 

38

 

 

 

Sedibeng DM

1 799

2 006

1 878

1 801

2 227

 

West Rand DM

3 678

2 765

3 046

2 251

2 138

GP Units Total

 

12 153

9 495

7 354

6 982

7 178

KZN

Amajuba DM

521

315

274

307

1 110

 

eThekwini Metro

3 192

1 624

1 586

1 568

1 364

 

Harry Gwala DM

996

779

767

586

1 391

 

iLembe DM

1 315

1 037

920

1 075

581

 

King Cetshwayo DM

614

533

1 098

814

641

 

KZN Provincial

 

 

517

541

496

 

Ugu DM

1 647

1 341

1 852

1 718

1 277

 

Umgungundlovu DM

3 035

749

1 097

248

346

 

Umkhanyakude DM

1 367

765

627

843

1 546

 

Umzinyathi DM

317

1 148

1 013

371

345

 

Uthukela DM

835

930

913

823

759

 

Zululand DM

1 910

805

1 369

431

868

KZN Units Total

 

15 749

10 026

12 033

9 325

10 724

LP

Capricorn DM

2 879

1 228

1 362

1 262

1 719

 

Limpopo Provincial

 

 

140

67

73

 

Mopani DM

1 309

570

975

712

1 518

 

Sekhukhune DM

1 493

1 106

818

950

1 202

 

Vhembe DM

1 273

1 096

634

1 200

1 497

 

Waterberg DM

1 181

518

332

617

1 373

LP Units Total

 

8 135

4 518

4 261

4 808

7 382

MP

Ehlanzeni DM

2 098

1 335

602

413

258

 

Gert Sibande DM

2 526

1 379

1 574

813

1 019

 

Nkangala DM

2 086

1 808

779

674

321

MP Units Total

 

6 710

4 522

2 955

1 900

1 598

NC

Frances Baard DM

273

57

472

48

8

 

John Taolo Gaetsewe DM

65

85

23

45

26

 

Namakwa DM

 

-

 

 

24

 

Northern Cape Provincial

 

 

27

10

18

 

Pixley Ka Seme DM

282

79

63

70

30

 

ZF Mgcawu DM

 

-

6

 

-

NC Units Total

 

620

221

591

173

106

NW

Bojanala DM

1 511

1 186

1 157

1 258

956

 

Dr Kenneth Kaunda DM

2 270

640

447

625

1 097

 

Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati DM

1 311

506

295

667

224

 

Ngaka Modiri Molema DM

1 198

515

506

1 021

1 372

 

North West Provincial

 

 

329

347

178

NW Units Total

 

6 290

2 847

2 734

3 918

3 827

WC

Cape Winelands DM

320

421

88

485

400

 

Central Karoo DM

247

 

 

9

46

 

City of Cape Town Metro

5 694

3 393

3 381

2 803

2 473

 

Eden DM

 

 

1 205

925

698

 

Garden Route DM (old Eden)

1 350

1 671

 

 

 

 

Overberg DM

701

756

171

252

538

 

West Coast DM

343

75

594

670

117

 

Western Cape Province

 

 

761

521

726

WC Units Total

 

8 655

6 316

6 200

5 665

4 998


(ii) Title deeds:

The Human Settlements sector title deeds programme has different categories with different targets. The title deeds Medium Term Strategic Framework (MTSF 2019/20 and 2023/24 FY) targets are reflected as follows:

  • Pre 1994 category target - 45 535 and 11 891 was achieved
  • Post 1994 category target - 500 845 and 62 162 was achieved
  • Post 2014 category target – 346 842 and 16 938 was achieved
  • New category target – 300 000 and 22 170 was achieved

The table below lists the provinces and municipalities where the title deeds have been registered during the MTSF period.

Table 2:

Province

Municipalities where title deeds have been delivered April 2019 to June 2024

Eastern Cape

Great Kei, Nlambe, Enoch Mgijima, Nelson Mandela Bay, Bufallo City,Raymond Mhlaba, Umzimvubu, Sundays River, Mbizana, Inxuba Yethemba, Mbashe, Sakhisizwe, Walter Sisulu, Senqu, Kouga, Makana, Umzimvubu,

Free State

Mangaung, Mafube, Mestimaholo, Ngwathe, Moqhaka, Matjhabeng, Masilonyana, Nala, Tokologo, Tswelopele, Dihlabeng, maluti-a-Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela, Setsoto, Kopanong, Letsemeng, Mohokare

Gauteng

City of Johannesburg, City of Tshwane, City of Ekurhuleni, West Rand, Sedibeng

KwaZulu Natal

Ethekwini, New Castle, Umshwathi, Mandeni, Greater Kokstad, Nquthu, uMsunduzi, eMadlangeni, KwaDukuza, Abaqulusi, uMzimkhulu, uMuziwabantu, Alfred Duma, Umlazi, Inkosi Langalibalele, uMhlathuze,

Limpopo

Polokwane, Molemole, Thabazimbi, Lephalale, Ba-Phalaborwa, Letabe, Greater Guyani, Collins Chabane, Modi-Mookgopong, Mogalakwena, Lepelle-Nkumpi, Makhado, Musina, Vhembe,

Mpumalanga

Albert Luthuli, Bushbuckridge, Dipaleseng, Dr JS Moroka, Emakhazeni, Mbombele, Mkhondo, Thembisile Hani,Victor Khanye, Mkhondo, Msukaligwa, Govan Mbeki, Steve Tshwete, Emalahleni, Pixley Ka Isaka Seme, Mbombele

Northern Cape

Phokwane,Siyathemba, Khai-Ma, Emthanjeni, Tsantsabane, Sol Plaatje, Ga Segonyana, Namakhoi, Gamagara, Thembelihle, Dikgatlong,

North West

Matlosane, Rustenburg, Madibeng, Mamusa, Lekwa-Teemane, Maquassie Hills, Tswaing, Mafikeng, Kgetlengrivier, Naledi, Ditsobotla, Mothutlung,

Western Cape

George, City of Cape Town, Oudtshoorn, Swellendam, Swartland, Mossel Bay, Overstrand, Matzikama, Drakenstein, Hessequa, Langeberg, Stellenbosch, Saldanha Bay, Bitou, Langeberg, Cederberg, Breede Valley,

(iii) Areas where houses and title deeds were delivered are listed in Tables 1 and 2 respectively.

(B) Number of houses and title deeds outstanding:

The targets that were not achieved for both houses and title deeds during the MTSF period are as follows:

Houses targets not achieved – 59 079 and the total number of title deeds not achieved for all different categories is 1 080 061.

(C) Total amount of the budget still available

The budget for houses and title deeds is allocated annually to provinces and metropolitan municipalities. Any unspent funds are returned to the National Treasury at the end of each financial year. Therefore, there is no carry-over budget from the previous MTSF period.