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QUESTION 151

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN THE INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 FEBRUARY 2010 (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO. 1-2010)

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"151. Ms M R Shinn (DA) to ask the Minister of Science and Technology

(1) Whether any progress has been made with the appointment of a chief executive officer for the Technology Innovation Agency; if not, (a) why not and (b) when will the appointment be made; if so, what are the relevant details;

(2) whether any progress has been made with the recruiting of individuals for the top management structure of the Technology Innovation Agency; if not, (a) why not and (b) when will this recruiting be done;

(3) whether this management structure will be in place and fully operational by 31 March 2010; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

(4) whether any posts have been (a) advertised and (b) filled; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details in each case?"

NW160E

REPLY:

(1) Since its inaugural meeting in mid 2009, the Board of the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) has made considerable progress towards the appointment of a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). While a permanent CEO is yet to be appointed, the Agency's operationalisation processes, which require the successful migration of a number of existing programmes and entities[1], are already at an advanced stage under the guidance of a caretaker CEO.

(a) The TIA CEO position was advertised in the national print media in August 2009. A total of 59 applications were received, with a wide and often contrasting range of technical, financial and managerial expertise. Following a rigorous evaluation of the applications received, the Board was not completely satisfied that the applicants met all of the advertised requirements, and particularly in terms of the technical and operational expertise sought, as well as the experience required to oversee the merger of the existing entities.

(b) As a result, the Board resolved to headhunt additional applicants, using professional recruitment specialists. It is envisaged that this process will be concluded in the coming weeks and that a recommendation of a suitable candidate will be made by June 2010.

In the interim, recognising the enormous challenges posed by the migration of the existing entities into TIA, all of which are characterised by separate staffing structures as well as significant project funding and other contractual commitments, in late 2009 the Board informed the Department of its recommendation to appoint a seasoned caretaker CEO to oversee these processes in a manner that would not disrupt the operations of the existing entities. As a result, in October 2009 the Board appointed one of its members, Dr Nhlanhla Msomi, to oversee the operationalisation processes until the end of the 2009/10 financial year or the appointment of a permanent CEO.

(2) Progress has also been made with the recruiting of individuals for TIA's top management structure. An advertisement for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) was published in the national print media in December 2009. Following this, advertisements for the positions of Chief People and Culture Officer, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Economist were published in February 2010.

(3) The shortlisting process for the CFO is currently under way, and it is expected that an appointment will be made in March 2010. The appointments to the remaining executive positions advertised are expected to be made at the end of March 2010 but, as these posts were advertised fairly recently, the process may well spill over to the beginning of April 2010.

(4)(a) Internal and external positions in addition to those referred to in paragraphs (2) and (3) above have been advertised.

(b) No permanent posts have been filled, as the recruitment processes for all remaining operational positions are being carried out in two stages in a manner that reflects TIA's peculiarities as an organisation built on at least seven pre-existing entities.

The first stage was initiated with an internal advertisement of all operational positions within TIA. This process is aimed at facilitating the absorption of employees from all of the migrating entities. The advertisements have been placed on the TIA Intranet, and a process of interviews, selection and placements will be carried out in line with all statutory requirements and the provisions of the Labour Relations Act, in particular. The process will be concluded by 31 March 2010 and the placement process will be finalised by the end of April 2010.

The second stage consisted of external advertisements for positions for which TIA does not currently possess the internal skills and capacity, especially in the area of human resource management and enterprise risk management. These positions were advertised externally in national newspapers and interviews have been concluded. Appointments are scheduled to take place during March 2010.


[1] The DST-established programmes and entities that are to be incorporated into the TIA include the Innovation Fund, Tshumisano Trust, the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Strategy, the Advanced Metals Initiative, as well as the Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centres (i.e. LIFElab, PlantBio, the National Bioinformatics Network and Cape Biotech).

QUESTION NO. 152

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: (11 FEBRUARY 2010) (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO. 1-2010)

"152: Ms MR Shinn (DA) to ask the Minister of Science and Technology:

(1) Whether she or her department has received any response to her department's call for technology partners to be included in the Technology Localization Plan; if not, why not; if so, (a) what are the relevant details, (b)(i) how many respondents were from (aa) the private sector and (bb) higher education institutions, (ii) what is the size of these organizations and (iii) what is their range of capabilities and (c) how many of these organizations and enterprises have been assessed for listing on her department's database of service providers and technology partners;

(2) Whether any steps are taken to support these successful firms or organizations to become successful service providers and technology partners to state owned enterprises; if not why not; if so what steps?"

REPLY:

(1) (a) There were 22 respondents to the call for expressions of interest for technology partners for the Department of Science and Technology (DST) Technology Localisation Programme.

(b)(i)(aa) Nineteen were private sector organisations. (bb) Two were higher education institutions. (ii) The size of most of the organisations is small to medium. (iii) The range of capabilities varies from technology assessment and evaluation to the implementation of new technologies across various industry sectors.

(c) The evaluation of the organisations for listing on the DST supplier database has been completed. The shortlisted suppliers will be engaged by the DST in the future as technology assessment partners (to evaluate proposals/projects) and technology implementation partners (to run the projects).

2 The development support referred to will be provided through DST technology support interventions as well as Public Entities and universities to local companies that have been targeted for development linked to localisation opportunities offered through the CSDP. Examples of such support interventions include the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Strategy, the Advanced Metals Initiative, and the technology stations at various universities of technology.

QUESTION NO 153

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 19 FEBRUARY 2009 (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO -2-2010)

"153 Mr. S J Masango (DA) to ask the Minister of Arts and Culture

(1) Whether any damage occurred at any libraries over the past ten years if so, (a)(i) at which libraries and (ii) in which provinces and (b) what was the (i) extent and (ii) cause of the damage;

(2) Whether this damage could have been avoided; if not, why not; if so, how;

(3) What was the (a) time of occurrence of the damage to the completion of repairs and (b) cost of the repairs in each case;

(4) Whether any person were apprehended for any of the damages that occurred; if not, why not; if so,

(5) Whether criminal charges were laid for any of the damages caused; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?

(NW162E)

REPLY

The Department of Arts and Culture administers the National Library of South Africa Act, 1998 (Act No 92 of 1998) and the South African Library for the Blind Act, 1998 (Act No. 91 of 1998). Both libraries reported no damages for the past decade.

The Department also liaises closely with the nine Provincial Library Services in administrating the conditional grants for community libraries.

The following responses were received from the various Heads of the Provincial Library Services regarding damage to community libraries during the past ten years:

Eastern Cape

There has been no damage to community libraries during the past decade

Free State

(1)(a)(i) Zamane Library (Memel Phumelela Municipality) and Phiritona Library (Heilbron, Ngwathe Municipality)

(1)(b)(i) Burglaries

There was an increase in the number of Burglaries at Libraries over the past few years, especially after computer equipment was installed at libraries. (31 burglaries reported since 2007)

As a result, the Department started a 6 year roll out programme to erect security fencing around all library buildings, upgrade burglar proofing, equip libraries with burglar alarms and provide security services at libraries. All new buildings are provided with security fencing and burglar proofing during construction.

Damages

Zamane Library (Memel, Phumelela Municipality

The library was housed in an office at the municipality building and was burnt down during community unrest in 2003.

The municipality building was burnt down and was not reconstructed.

Phiritona Library (Heilbron, Ngwathe Municipality)

The building was damaged during community unrest on 17 August 2007. Homemade petrol bombs were thrown into the library and the following were damages:

6 chairs, reception desk and table burnt

2 windows broken

Air conditioner damaged

Walls inside damaged

Books and posters burnt

2. According to the Municipality, the crowd could not be stopped from burning down the building during the uprising

A preventive measure could be to protect government buildings with security fencing. The Department has therefore started a 6 year roll out programme to erect security fencing around all library buildings, upgrade burglar-proofing, equip libraries with burglar alarms and provide security fencing and burglar-proofing during construction.

(3)(a) Zamane Library was not reconstructed. Phiritona Library was repaired within 6 months after the incident and the security fence erected after the incident.

(3)(b) Zamane Library (Memel, Phumelela Municipality )

Book losses were estimated at R160 000, 00

Phiritona Library (Heilbron, Ngwathe Municipality)

The estimated damages were R50 000

(4) No individuals were apprehended, because specific individuals throwing the petrol bombs could not be identified in the crowd.

(5) No criminal charges were laid because no individuals could be identified.

Gauteng

(1)(a)(i) Khutsong Library (Merafong Municipality), Ratanda and Heidelberg Libraries (Lesedi Local Municipality), Meyerton (Midvaal Local Municipality), Westonaria Library (Westonaria Local Municipality) and Evaton Library (Emfuleni Local Municipality).

(1)(b)(i) The 2 libraries in Khutsong were burned to the ground. The contents of both libraries

The carpets and some shelves were damaged in the Ratanda and Heidelberg Libraries (Lesedi Local Municipality)

The roofs, ceiling, some shelves and some books were damaged in the Meyerton, Westonaria and Evaton Libraries

(1)(b)(ii) The Khutsong Libraries were burnt owing to community unrest arising from provincial boundary issues

The cause for the damage at Ratanda and Heidelberg libraries was because of unhappiness of municipality workers. The damage happened during a municipality strike.

(2) No. The prevention of damage to public property during disturbances is matter for the SAPS (Khutsong, Ratanda and Heidelberg). Storm damage is a natural hazard (Meyerton, Westonaria and Evaton).

(3)(a) All community libraries in Gauteng are the property of the municipalities not the province. The two libraries in Khutsong were not rebuilt. The MEC of North West provided funding for a new library in Khutsong, but because of dolomite and the new development of Khutsong, the library will only be built by Merafong in the current year. The two libraries were destroyed in 2005.

The damage to the Meyerton and Ratanda Libraries was repairs by the Lesedi Local Municipality in the same year that the damages occurred.

The damage to the Meyerton and Westonaria Libraries was repaired by the Midvaal and Westonaria Local Municipality in the same year that the damages occurred.

The Emfuleni Local Municipality is currently out on tender for the repair of the ceiling and roof of the Evaton Library.

(3)(b) Because the costs were paid for by the Municipalities from their budgets, the costs of the repairs are not known to the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation.

(4) The matters were dealt with by the Merafong and Lesedi Local Municipalities. This Department does not have the details of whether individuals were apprehended for any of the damages that occurred. For accurate details it is recommended that the matter be referred to the Merafong and Lesedi Local Municipalities

(5) the matter were dealt with by the Merafong and Lesedi Local Municipalities. It is not know to this Department whether these two Local Municipalities laid criminal charges for damages caused.

KwaZulu-Natal

There has been no damage to community libraries during the past decade.

Limpopo

(1)(a) Phaahla Community Library, Jane Furse Community Library, (Sekhukhune District), Morebeng Library, Polokwane Library, Allday Library and Aganang Library (all in Capricorn District) and Mookgopong (Waterberg District).

(1)(b) Damages

Phaahla Community Library

(1)(b)(i) This library suffered structural defects where the walls showed signs of decay with deep cracks and drifting apart. The entire roof structure is unsafe and may collapse at any moment.

(1)(b)(ii) The main cause for damages is poor workmanship compounded by ground movement and flooding during heavy rains.

Polokwane, Allday and Aganang and Mookgopong Libraries

Damage was caused by flooding, subsequently repaired. The Mookgopong Library collapse completely and has not been repaired.

(2) No, since the damage for all of the above was to a natural occurrence.

(3(a) The Limpopo Provincial Library Service is investigating the possibility of rebuilding the Phaahla and Mookgopong Libraries in conjunction with the Limpopo Dept. of Public Works.

(3)(b) The cost of rebuilding the Phaahla and Mookgopong Libraries will be determined after completion of a feasibility study.

(4) In this case no individual was apprehended, as damage to the building was due to natural occurrence. Architectural reports are available.

(5) No, because the damage was due to natural causes.

Burglaries

Jane Furse Community Library

(1)(b)(i) The library was invaded forcefully in 2008 by unknown individuals breaking doors to gain unlawful entry.

This building suffered severe damages to wooden doors. The library book security system side panel was broken into pieces, and a synthesizer unit, computer and two heaters stolen.

(2) The damage to property could have been avoided should the security on site have been armed as they allege they were not armed on the night in question.

(3)(a) Repairs to doors were carried out immediately to avoid further occurrence and other sensitive features e.g. security system became package of refurbishment process in 2009.

(3)(b) The repairs formed part of a planned upgrading of the library. The cost of the repairs as such is not available.

(4) No, because no individual could be identified.

(5) There have been no arrests due to the fact that no suspect was brought to testify and therefore nobody was liable to be charged. A police reference number was given as CAS 10/08/2008 registered at Jane Furse police station.

Morebeng Library

(1)(b)(i) A window was broken to gain access to the library to steal a hard-drive

(2) It could possibly have been avoided if a burglar alarm had been installed.

(3)(a) The hard drive was replaced as soon as possible.

(3)(b) The cost was approximately R1 000 and was funded from the conditional grant.

(4) No, because no individual could be identified.

(5) No, because no individual could be identified.

Mpumalanga

(1)(a)(i) Mashishini Community Library (Thaba Chweu Municipality), Siyathuthuka Community Library (Emakhazeni Municipality), Ethandukukhanya Community Library (Mkhondo Municipality), Sakhile Community Library (Lekwa Municipality), and Sinethemba Community Library (Depaliseng Municipality).

(1)(b)(i) Mashishini Community Library

Building: R1 600 000

Furniture and equipment: R120 000

Books: R800 000

Siyathuthuka Community Library

Building: Cost not finalised

Furniture and equipment: R100 000

Books: R750 000

Ethandukukhanya Community Library

Building: R2 500 000

Furniture and equipment: R380 000

Books: R1 124 000

Sakhile Community Library

Building: R900 000

Furniture and equipment: R250 000

Books: R680 000

Sinethemba Community Library

Building: R2 500 000

Furniture and equipment: R380 000

Books: R1 120 000

(1)(b)(ii) Social unrest in all cases

(2) No, since it was caused by social unrest.

(3)(a) No repairs done yet in all cases.

(3)(b) Projected cost of repairs as stated in (1)(b)(i) above.

(4) There are no reports indicating that any individual was apprehended in above cases.

(5) No charges were laid but all cases were reported.

Northern Cape

(1)(a)(i) Nababeep Library (Nama-Khoi Municipality), Kamieskroon Library (Kamiesberg Municipality), Delportshoop Library (Dikgatlong Municipality) and Warrenton Library (Magareng Municipality).

(1)(b)(i) Damages

Nababeep Library and Kamieskroon Library

Leaking roofs.

Delportshoop Library and Warrenton Library

Badly leaking roofs

(1)(b)(ii) Rainwater caused all the damages.

(2) No, as it was caused by natural causes in all cases.

(3)(a) Nababeep Library and Kamieskroon Library

Repaired within one month.

Delportshoop Library and Warrenton Library

The roofs took two years to replace

(3)(b) Nababeep Library and Kamieskroon Library

The repairs cost approximately R15 000 per library

Delportshoop Library and Warrenton Library

The repairs cost approximately R150 000 per library

(4) No, since the damage was due to natural causes.

(5) No, since the damage was due to natural causes.

North-West

There has been no damage to community libraries during the past decade. The damage to Khutsong Libraries occurred when Merafong Municipality still fell under Gauteng).

Western Cape

(1)(a)(i) Ellen van Rensburg Library (Great Brak River), Suurbraak Library, Barrydale Library, Imizamo Yethu (Hout Bay, Cape Town), and Swellendam Library.

Damages

Ellen van Rensburg Library

Roof tiles broken by strong wind.

Suurbraak Library

Cracked walls due to suspected bad construction

Barrydale Library

Leaking roof tile due to strong wind and rain.

Imizamo Yethu

Flood damage caused by rain. Library situated on steep slope

Swellendam Library

Water damage to walls, wooden bookshelves and books

(2) No, since the damage was caused by natural disasters, or suspected bad construction methods in one case.

(3)(a) Ellen van Rensburg Library

One day.

Suurbraak Library

Not yet repaired.

Barrydale Library

3 months.

Imizamo Yethu

2 years.

Swellendam Library

Roof to be replaced in 2010

(3)(b) Ellen van Rensburg Library

Approximately R10 000

Suurbraak Library

Cost being finalised

Barrydale Library

Repairs paid by Swellendam Municipality

Imizamo Yethu

R150 000

Swellendam Library

Cost being finalized by Swellendam Municipality

(4) No, in all cases.

(5) No, since the damages were caused by natural disasters or, in one case bad construction.


NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

QUESTION 154

11 FEBRUARY 2010

154. Mr S J Masango (DA) to ask the Minister of Public Works:

1. Who is responsible for the repairs to the Johannesburg Post Office in Rissik Street that burnt down;

2. Whether any action has been taken with regard to the repairs of the post office; if not, (a) why not and (b) when will the repairs be done; if so, what are the relevant details? NW163E

REPLY

I have already responded to a similar question which was posed to me as Question No. 2258 in 2009. The position has not changed on this matter.

This property is on the custodianship of the City of Johannesburg.

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

QUESTION 154

QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

154 Mr. R A Lees (DA - KZN) to ask the Minister of Energy:

(a) What (a) was the value of electricity supplied by Eskom to aluminium smelters in (1) South Africa and (ii) Mozambique for each month in the (aa) 2007-08, (bb), 2008-09, and (cc) 2009-10 financial years.

(b) are the tariffs charged for electricity for each of the smelters to which electricity is supplied and (c) were the standard tariffs charged for electricity supplied by Eskom to (i) the municipalities in South Africa and (ii) other countries?

Reply

(a) The energy value of the electricity supplied by Eskom to the various aluminium smelters in South Africa and Mozambique for the 2007-08, 2008-09 and 2009-10 financial years is as follows:

Total Al Smelter Sales (GWh) 2007_8 2009_9 2009_10

South Africa 13,150 11,726 11,883

Mozambique 8,472 8,227 8,306

(b) A portion of the energy supplied to the smelters is charged on the standard Megaflex tariff, while the largest portion of this energy is charged according to the Negotiated Pricing Agreement, to Skorpion Mine and Mozal, specific to each smelter. These prices were negotiated some years ago and are subject to renegotiation as recently announced.

(c) (i) the standard Eskom Retail Tariffs were charged for electricity supplied by Eskom to the municipalities in South Africa.

(d) (ii) The prices charged to neighbouring utilities are individually negotiated using the standard Megaflex tariff as a basis with an appropriate premium. Escalation on these prices is in line with the NERSA approved increase. Electricity is also sold to three end-use customers, two of which are charged prices which were negotiated some years ago and are being renegotiated, while the third is supplied at standard tariffs.

Question 155

155. Mr R A Lees (DA-KZN) to ask the Minister of Trade and Industry:

(1) What proportion and mass of (a) Bauxite was (i) consumed by the aluminium smelters in (aa) South Africa and (bb) Mozambique, (H) mined in South Africa and (Hi) imported from other countries other than Mozambique and (b) aluminium was (i) produced by smelters in South Africa and Mozambique, (H) used by beneficiation industries in South Africa and (Hi) exported to countries other than Mozambique in the (aa) 2007-08, (bb) 2008-09 and (cc) 2009-10 financial years;

(2) whether any measures are in place or are planned to ensure that aluminium produced in South Africa and Mozambique is beneficiated in South Africa; if not, why not; if so, what measures;

(3) how many permanent jobs that are direct and/or are in associated commerce and industry are there currently and/or are associated to the aluminium smelting industry in (a) South Africa and (b) Mozambique?CW186E

Response:

155 (1a):

The aluminium smelters in Southern Africa (Hillside, Bayside and Mozal) do not consume bauxite. They consume alumina, which is the final product that is refined from bauxite.

A ratio of 4kg bauxite producing 2kg of alumina applies. Furthermore, once the alumina is processed through the aluminium smelters 1 kg of aluminium is produced. Estimated tonnage consumption by the aluminum smelters in question on a per annum basis and based on FY09 tonnages is:

Bauxite

(t/annum)

Alumina

(t/annum)

Aluminium

Produced

(t/annum)

South Africa

3,226,800

1,613,400

806,700

Mozambique

2,168,000

1,084,000

542,000

(Note: South Africa - Hillside and Bayside. .Mozambique - Mozal)

Bauxite is not mined in Southern Africa although scattered deposits exist in the Free State and Kwazulu-Natal. However these deposits are of a very low-grade and therefore uneconomical to mine.

Most of the world's Bauxite reserves and production is found in a wide belt around the equator, with Australia, Brazil, Guinea, China, Jamaica, and India being the world's leading producers. Approximately 95% of the world's bauxite production is processed at source firstly into alumina, and then into aluminum by electrolysis. The Southern African aluminium smelters import alumina from Australia.

Considering that the Southern African aluminium smelters do not import bauxite but rather alumina as described in point (i) above, the smelters have imported the following tonnages of alumina since financial year 2007 -08:

South Africa

(t/annum)

Mozambique

(t/annum)

Total

(t/annum)

FY07

1,795,600

1,126,000

2,921,600

FY08

1,725,200

1,090,000

2,815,200

FY09

1,613,400

1,084,000

2,697,400

155 (1b):

The aluminium smelters in Southern Africa have produced the following tonnages of aluminium over the period 2005 - 2010;

South Africa

(t/annum)

Mozambique

(t/annum)

Total

(t/annum)

FY05

851,000

551,000

1,402,000

FY06

880,000

557,000

1,437,000

FY07

897,800

563,000

1,460,800

FY08

862,800

545,000

1,407,600

FY09

800,700

542,000

1,342,700

F10 FYFC

806,700

548,000

1,354,700

The reductions in tonnages from FY08 are attributed to the 10% energy reduction requirements stipulated by Eskom to free up power during the energy crisis.

Currently approximately 190,000 tons of aluminium is used by the local industry which produces various products. The main downstream products of aluminium are: rolling slabs for rolling mills; extrusion ingots; aluminium conductors for power-lines; rim-alloy for alloy wheels and high quality castings for the automotive industry.

Of the 806,700 tons produced in South Africa in the financial year 2009 ­2010, roughly 76% of the product is destined for the export market with roughly 24% being utilised by the domestic market. All the aluminium produced in Mozambique (Mozal) is exported.

155 (2):

Aluminium downstream beneficiation is one of the dti's key objectives. There are on-going consultations with the rolling mills; extruders; cable manufacturers; automotive and foundry industries to promote and enhance local value-addition of aluminium. The industry is currently engaged in discussions with the International Trade Administration Commission (IT AC) to reconsider the tariff protection for rolled and extruded products. Manufacture of aluminium automotive components is actively supported by the automotive development programme of the dti. the dti is also in constant discussion with the primary aluminium smelters in order to explore further opportunities for beneficiation.

155 (3):

The smelters in South Africa & Mozambique employ more than 3,200 persons and a further 2,800 persons are employed by contractors. The Aluminum Federation of South Africa (AFSA) estimates that the downstream aluminium industry in South Africa employed approximately 17,000 people in 2008.

QUESTION 155

DATE OF PUBLICATION OF INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11/02/2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER 1 OF 2010

Mr A Louw (DA) to ask the Minister of Higher Education and Training:

(1) (a) What was the cost of the advertisement that appeared in a certain newspaper (name furnished) on 21 January 2010 congratulating the Services Seta Learnership graduates and (b) from which budget was the advertisement funded;

(2) whether any other similar advertisement was taken out in any other (a) radio, (b) television or (c) print media; if not, why was it only printed in the said newspaper; if so, (i) which media, (ii) on what dates and (iii) at what cost? NW164E

REPLY:

The SETA Funding Regulations provide for administration costs to a maximum of 12.5% of the total levy income of a SETA, which includes advertising costs. The management of the SETA funds is verified/audited on a regular basis by the Department and the Auditor-General to ensure compliance with legislation/policies.The SETA confirmed that the costs under discussion were from the 12.5% administration budget and not from any training budget.

1 (a) The SETA indicated that the advertisements appeared in the following newspapers at the costs as reflected in the third column of the under mentioned table:

Newspaper name

Date of advertisement

Cost

Sowetan

31 January 2010

R51 217.92 Excluding VAT

City Press

31 January 2010

R139 618.08 Excluding VAT

Business Report

01 February 2010

R185 259.90 Excluding VAT

1(b). The said costs were funded from the Public Relations budget (Administration budget).

2. It was also confirmed by the SETA that similar advertisements occurred as indicated below:

(a) Radio - Durban Local Radio Station: No cost (free)

(b)Television - E TV and SABC: No cost (free)

(c) Print Media - See paragraph 1(a)

QUESTION NO.: 156

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 February 2009

Dr S M van Dyk (DA) to ask the Minister of Public Enterprises:

(1) Whether any of the state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are involved in any type of sponsorships; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, (a) which entities, (b) what are the details of each sponsorship with each entity, (c) what is the value of each sponsorship, (d) when were each of these sponsorship deals undertaken and (e) when will each of the sponsorship deals end;

(2) whether any of the sponsorship deals have any benefits for any of the entities; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

(3) whether any of the SOEs intend on entering into any type of sponsorship deal or contract in the (a) 2010-11 and (b) 2011-12 financial years; if not, why not; if so, (i) with whom will each sponsorship deal or contract be, (ii) what will the terms of each of the sponsorship deals or contracts be, (iii) when will each of the sponsorship deals or contracts (aa) commence and (bb) end and (iv) what is the value of each of the sponsorship deals or contracts;

(4) whether there will be any benefits for any of the entities in signing any of the sponsorship deals or contracts; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details? NW165E

REPLY

Alexkor

(1)(a-e)(2)(3)(a-b)(i-iv)(aa-bb) Alexkor is not involved in any type of sponsorship and is not in a financial position to enter into sponsorship in the foreseeable future.

Broadband Infraco

(1)(a-e)(2)(3)(a-b)(i-iv)(aa-bb) Broadband Infraco is currently not involved in any type of sponsorship. A sponsorship framework is still to be developed for approval by the Board prior to implementation.

DENEL

(1)(a-e)(2)(3)(a-b)(i-iv)(aa-bb) Denel is not involved in sponsorships due to its unhealthy financial position. There are no plans to enter into sponsorship agreements during the period mentioned above.

Eskom

(1)(a-e) Yes, Eskom is involved in sponsorships; details are attached as Annexure A.

(2) Yes, sponsorships have benefits to Eskom; details are attached as Annexure A.

(3) (a-b)(i-iii)(aa-bb) Eskom will continue with its existing sponsorship contract with Expo for Young Scientists for 2010-11 and 2011-2012. The amount is yet to be decided on. No additional decisions have yet been taken on future sponsorships.

(4) Yes, the sponsorship will benefit Eskom and the country.

PBMR

(1)(a-e) Yes, PBMR is involved in sponsorships and details are attached as Annexure B.

(2) Yes, the sponsorships have benefited PBMR and the country and details are attached as Annexure B.

(3-4) There are no plans to enter into sponsorship agreements during the period.

SAA

(1)(a-e) Yes, South African Airways (SAA) is involved in sponsorships and details are attached as Annexure C.

(2) Yes, the sponsorships have benefited SAA and the country.

(3) No decision has been taken for new sponsorships as some existing sponsorships end within the financial period 20/10/11 and 20/11/12.

(4) This can only be evaluated once a decision is taken to enter into any sponsorship.

SAFCOL

(1)(a-e) Yes, SAFCOL is involved in sponsorships and details are attached as

Annexure D.

(2) Yes, the sponsorships have benefited SAFCOL and the communities (country). The details are attached as Annexure D.

(3) The sponsorships are negotiated annually. At this stage no new sponsorships are anticipated for 2010/2011.

(4) Yes, the sponsorships have benefited SAFCOL and the communities (country). The details are attached as Annexure D.

SAX

(1)(a-e) South African Express (SAX) is not involved in any financial sponsorship. However, SAX offers flight tickets to charities in an effort to support causes related to the socio-development of children and details are attached as Annexure E.

Some of the following programmes were recipients of the sponsorships in the form of air tickets:

· Take a Girl-Child-to-work Day

· Men-in-the-Making

· Educational Expos

The sponsorships expired in March 2010 and are to be reviewed in due course.

(2) All SA Express sponsorships are geared towards the development of children and are beneficial to their education.

(3) No decision has been taken regarding the future set of sponsorships.

(4) Not applicable.

Transnet:

(1)(a-e) Yes, Transnet is involved in sponsorships and details are attached in Annexure F and F(1).

(2) Transnet benefited in different ways through such sponsorships. While many of these sponsorships are directed at the advancement of Transnet's business objectives, other sponsorships promote the advancement of knowledge in diverse areas, such as environmental sustainability, engineering, maths & science and maritime promotion by opening up opportunities to students who are interested in the maritime industry. Many sponsored events are used as networking platforms for Transnet management with strategic stakeholders, promote Transnet's brand and enhance the company's reputation.

(3) Transnet will consider sponsorship requests as and when they are received. The sponsorships should be aligned with Transnet's objectives to be recognised as a responsive corporate citizen and to enable organisations involved in socio-economic upliftment programmes, to become sustainable. Some of the planned sponsorships for the financial years 20/10/11 and 20/11/12, include amongst others, the Transnet Foundation's three-year sponsorship of R3 million (R1 million per year) with Carte Blanche's 20 World Class "Making a Difference" campaign, with effect from April 2010 to March 2013, which will contribute to the upgrading of paediatric surgery units in public hospitals. This is a community support campaign where corporate organisations are encouraged to contribute to different projects ranging from child welfare, homeless communities, to dealing with drug addiction.

In return, Transnet will receive acknowledgement in the programme and on the Carte Blanche website. It will positively increase public awareness of Transnet and improve the company's image.

(4) Data provided as Annexure F and F(1).

QUESTION NO 157

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 FEBRUARY 2010(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 1- 2010)

Date reply submitted : 24 March 2010

157. Ms D Kohler-Barnard (DA) to ask the Minister of Police:

(1) (a) What (i) was the total amount budgeted for the 2010 National Police Day event held in Bloemfontein by the SA Police Service, (ii) was the total amount spent on this event and (iii) were the amounts utilised in each province and (b) from what section of the budget will the amount be sourced;

(2) what specific amounts were (a) budgeted and (b) spent on (i) bus transport, (ii) train transport, (iii) any other transport, (iv) accommodation, (v) venue hire, (vi) entertainment, (vii) food and beverages, (viii) overtime pay for officers covering shifts for those attending the event, (ix) overtime pay for officers covering shifts during the period of leave given to attendees after the event and (x) any other costs incurred as a result of holding this event?

NW166E

REPLY:

The budget for the 2010 National Police Day is covered in the overall budget of the department on a yearly basis

QUESTION NO 158

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 FEBRUARY 2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 1- 2010)

Date reply submitted : 24 March 2010

158. Ms D Kohler-Barnard (DA) to ask the Minister of Police:

(1) (a) Why was it compulsory for SA Police Service members to attend the 2010 National Police Day event held in Bloemfontein, (b) what would have been the disciplinary ramifications for those who failed to attend, (c) what selection process took place to determine which SAPS members would attend and which not and (d) how many SAPS members (i) were asked to attend the event in each province, (ii) did not return to duty the following Monday morning and (iii) handed in sick leave certificates showing that they were unable to attend the event;

(2) whether the SAPS members who attended the event were considered to be on duty; if not, why not; if so,

(3) whether any action will be taken against those SAPS members who were consuming excessive amounts of alcohol at the event; if not, why not; if so, what action;

(4) (a) how many SAPS members (i) are currently deployed at each police station countrywide and (ii) from each station were asked to attend the event, (b) what was the effect on crime levels in each province in relation to the removal of the SAPS members for the three-day period, including the subsequent leave time taken and (c) who was responsible for the provision of food for SAPS members during the three-day period of travelling and at the event;

(5) whether any animals were slaughtered for this event; if so, (a) how many, (b) at what cost and (c) where?

NW167E

REPLY:

This is National day which is observed every year.

QUESTION 158 WRITTEN REPLY 07 MAY 2010

158. Mr TD HARRIS (DA – WC) TO ASK MINISTER OF PUBLIC WORKS:

(1) Whether the Minister of Communications has been allocated an official residence in Cape Town; if not, (a) why not and (b) when will an official residence be allocated to him; if so, what are the relevant details;

(2) Whether his department has made any accommodation arrangements for the said Minister; if not, why not; if so, (a) on what date and (b) where is the residence located;

(3) Whether he took occupation of the residence; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?

CW189E

REPLY:

(1) Yes, (a) House Hoogelegen was officially allocated to the Minister of Communications.

(2) No, official residence had been allocated to him on the 15 June 2010,

(3) Yes, Minister of Communications took occupation of his official Cape Town residence on the 19 March 2010.

QUESTION NO 159

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 FEBRUARY 2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 1- 2010)

Date reply submitted : 1 March 2010

159. Ms D Kohler-Barnard (DA) to ask the Minister of Police:

(a) How many SA Police Service members (i) underwent firearm shooting practice in (aa) 2008 and (bb) 2009, (ii) are there in each province and (iii) underwent firearm shooting practice in each province in (aa) 2008 and (bb) 2009, (c) how many (i) hours were spent practicing shooting a firearm and (ii) rounds of ammunition were used, (d) what are the minimum requirements with regard to SAPS members undergoing firearm shooting practice and (e) how many (i) low-risk and (ii) high-risk SAPS members underwent firearm practice in each province in (i) 2008 and (ii) 2009?

NW168E

REPLY:

(a)(i) Total number of members attending shooting practice during the calendar years 2008 and 2009:

CALENDAR YEARS

2008

2009

Total number of SAPS Act Members Attending Shooting Practice

95278

104439

(a)(ii) Total number of Police Act Members at the end of December per calendar year for 2008 and 2009:

CALENDAR YEARS

Province

2008/12

2009/12

NATIONAL HEAD OFFICE

18345

19922

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER EASTERN CAPE

16468

16585

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER FREE STATE

9048

9106

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER GAUTENG

27834

31231

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER KWAZULU-NATAL

20283

20994

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER LIMPOPO

10234

10390

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER MPUMALANGA

8281

8564

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTH WEST

8093

8014

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTHERN CAPE

5435

5634

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER WESTERN CAPE

16193

17407

(a)(iii)(aa) and (bb) Total number of members attending shooting practice per province per calendar year:

Attendance Shooting Practice per Province

Calendar Year

PROVINCE

2008

2009

NATIONAL HEAD OFFICE

12143

11147

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER EASTERN CAPE

6786

8871

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER FREE STATE

1564

5173

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER GAUTENG

16190

20487

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER KWAZULU-NATAL

31124

30650

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER LIMPOPO

6622

7880

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER MPUMALANGA

3628

3364

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTH WEST

3625

2205

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTHERN CAPE

3336

3759

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER WESTERN CAPE

10260

10903

(c)(i) The number of hours spent in practicing:

Calendar Years

2008

2009

Total number of hours spent on Shooting Practice

762 224

835 512

Members spend an average of 8 hours at the shooting range during shooting practice. This time includes not only shooting but also activities which relate to the safe handling of a firearm. Depending on the level of skill demonstrated during practice, members may spend more or less time than the average of 8 hours.

(c)(ii) Total number of rounds of ammunition used:

Calendar Years

2008

2009

Total number of rounds of ammunition used on Shooting Practice

4 763 900

5 221 950

Members spend an average of 50 rounds at the shooting range during shooting practice. Depending on the level of skill demonstrated during practice, members may utilize more or less rounds during a shooting exercise than the average of 50 rounds.

(d)

For a member to be declared competent in firearm shooting, a member must achieve a score of at least 70% during training. As previously reported, members are divided into categories, namely, Low and Medium Risk (focusing on members at station level) and High Risk (specialised units).

Members from the Low Risk category have to attend one (1) shooting practice per year. Members from the Medium Risk category must attend at least two (2) shooting practices per year. High Risk category members attend shooting practice on a more regular basis due to the fact that part of their job specification requires further and more advanced shooting exercises.

(e)(i)

TOTAL NUMBER OF MEMBERS ATTENDING LOW RISK SHOOTING PRACTICE

PROVINCE

2008

2009

NATIONAL HEAD OFFICE

8947

6366

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER EASTERN CAPE

3068

4823

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER FREE STATE

1407

4110

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER GAUTENG

12871

14041

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER KWAZULU-NATAL

20740

13767

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER LIMPOPO

5800

7174

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER MPUMALANGA

3585

1146

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTH WEST

3528

2035

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTHERN CAPE

1779

2811

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER WESTERN CAPE

9580

9560

The following courses are deemed to include low-risk shooting practice, and therefore are included in this information; Basic Training, In-Service Firearm Training, Street Survival: Use of Firearms, Street Survival: Use of Firearms Train The Trainer, Street Survival Use of Firearm Pistol, Shooting Practice_1, Street Survival Use of Firearm Musler 12 Gauge, Street Survival Use of Firearm R 5, Use of Firearm and Use of Firearm Train the Trainer.

(e)(ii)

TOTAL NUMBER OF MEMBERS ATTENDING HIGH RISK SHOOTING PRACTICE

PROVINCE

2008

2009

NATIONAL HEAD OFFICE

3176

4768

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER EASTERN CAPE

3718

4048

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER FREE STATE

156

1063

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER GAUTENG

3214

6034

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER KWAZULU-NATAL

10384

16883

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER LIMPOPO

822

706

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER MPUMALANGA

43

2217

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTH WEST

97

170

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER NORTHERN CAPE

1549

920

PROVINCIAL COMMISSIONER WESTERN CAPE

661

1343

The following courses are deemed to include high-risk shooting practice and therefore it is included in this information; Tactical Dog Handling Course, Special Task Force Snipers Course, Tactical Intervention Training Programme, Special Task Force: Weapon Phase, Special Task Force: Parachute, Special Task Force: Urban Phase, Special Task Force: Rural Phase, Counter Assault: Specialized Firearms Training, Shooting Practice (High Risk Group), Shooting Practice (Medium Risk Group), National Intervention Unit Train the Trainer and National Intervention Unit: Level 2 Weapon Phase.

QUESTION 160

INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER [No 1-2010]

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 February 2010

160. Mr R B Bhoola (MF) to ask the Minister of Rural Development and Land Reform:

(1) Whether the land restitution claims have been settled in respect of the Zanzibari community that resided in King's Rest in Durban; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, (a) when and (b) how much was paid in respect of each specified claim;

(2) whether any other form of compensation was paid to the beneficiaries; if not, why not; if so,

(3) whether he is prepared to intervene to get the communities together to verify the amounts of money paid to beneficiaries? NW169E

THE MINISTER OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM:

(1) Yes.

(a) 2003

(b) The settlement award consisted of the restoration of land to the Zanzibari Community and a development grant of R9 257 198.00 which was paid to the Zanzibari Development Trust and not to individual claimants.

(2) No. Apart from the restoration of land and the development grant, no other compensation was paid to the beneficiaries, because claimants opted for development of the restored properties for the claimant community and not for individual financial compensation.

(3) Falls away.

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

FOR WRITTEN REPLY

QUESTION NO 160

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 7 MAY 2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 10- 2010)

Date reply submitted : 1 June 2010

160. Mr TD Harris (DA-WC) to ask the Minister of Police:

(1) How many of the full-time police officers assigned to (a) Rondebosch, (b) Mowbray and (c) Woodstock police stations (i) have valid driving licences, (ii) have learners driving licences and (iii) do not have any form of driving licence;

(2) whether the protocols required to implement the National Criminal Justice Review are currently applied at these police stations; if not, (a) why not and (b) what is the timeframe for applying the protocols; if so, what are the implications for the interoperability of the system of police records at these stations with the national court roll system?

CW191E

REPLY:

(1) (a) Rondebosch 78

(i) 67

(ii) 3

(iii) 8

(b) Mowbray 38

(i) 38

(ii) 0

(iii) 0

(c) Woodstock 99

(i) 96

(ii) 3

(iii) 0

(2) Yes.

(a) Not Applicable.

(b) Not Applicable.

The Mainframe Systems of SAPS is not linked to the National Court Role System.

QUESTION 161

DATE OF PUBLICATION: THURSDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2010 [IQP No 1- 2010] SECOND SESSION, FOURTH PARLIAMENT

Question 161 for Written Reply, National Assembly: Mr R B Bhoola (MF) to ask the Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries:

(1) Whether she has been informed of the proposal to increase the price of a fishing licence from R60, 000 to R200,00; if so, what are the relevant details;

(2) whether the policy of her department distinguishes between subsistence fishermen and recreational fishermen; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

(3) whether she has been informed that raising the percentage at such a high percentage will affect subsistence fishermen, who are not entering the fishing industry; if so, what are the relevant details;

(4) whether she will suspend the interim period until multiparty discussions have taken place on the concerns that afflict subsistence and recreational fishermen; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details? NW1697E

REPLY:

(1) The Minister has reviewed the objections received from the public on the proposed fees and has made an announcement that fees will only be increased by CPIX.

(2) Yes. Subsistence fishers are allowed to sell their catches whereas recreational fishers may not sell their catches. In addition, the subsistence fishers are currently exempted from paying the subsistence application and permit fees.

(3) The application fee and permit fee for subsistence fishing have not been increased.

(4) No. The Interim Relief measures will remain in place until the finalisation of the Subsistence/Small-Scale Fisheries Policy.

QUESTION 161 WRITTEN REPLY 07 MAY 2010

161. Mr R A LEES (DA – KZN) TO ASK MINISTER OF PUBLIC WORKS

Whether the grievance lodged on or about 13 May 2009 by a certain person (details furnished) of the Amajuba District Office of his department in Kwazulu Natal has been resolved; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?

CW192E

REPLY:

Yes, the grievance was resolved by the department of public works to the satisfaction of the said official.

In terms of schedule 4, the Constitution requires of NDPW to give special attention to the uniqueness of the requirements of concurrent function of Public Works and in keeping with this. This matter was dealt with by the Province and any further quires in this regard should be referred to the relevant MEC responsible for Public Works or the Provincial Legislature.

QUESTION NUMBER 162

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 February 2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NUMBER 01)

162. Mr PD Dexter of (COPE) to ask the Minister of Mineral Resources:

(a) How many (i) mining and (ii) prospecting licences have been issued during the period 1 April 2009 to 31 January 2010 and (b) what was the total number of applications for each of these licences?

Reply (a) During the period 1 April 2009 to 31 January 2010 (i) 106 applications for mining rights were accepted. Of these applications, 3 were granted, 1 was refused and 3 were withdrawn. None of the said 106 applications were issued. It should be noted that all of the 106 applications are within the current prescribed timeframe of approximately one year.

(b) During the period 1 April 2009 to 31 January 2010 (ii) 1363 applications for prospecting rights were
accepted. Of these applications, 138 were granted and 9 of such granted rights were issued.

Of the said 1363 applications, 112 were refused, whilst 60 applications were withdrawn.

It should be noted that 656 of the aforesaid 1363 applications received during the period 1 September 2009 to 31 January 2010, are still within the current prescribed timeframe (approximately six (6) months).

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCE

FOR WRITTEN REPLY

QUESTION 162

DATE OF PUBLICATION OF INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 14/05/2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER 10 OF 2010)

Mr R A Lees (DA-KZN) to ask the Minister of Higher Education and Training:

(1) Whether any classes and teaching took place at Dr C N Phatudi Campus of the Sekhukhune Further Education and Training College during the week of 22 to 26 March 2010; if not, (a) why not, (b) what action has been taken for students in order to catch up on the time lost and (c) what were the financial implications for the (i) students and (ii) campus for this period; if so, what are the relevant details?

CW193E

REPLY:

1. Yes, classes took place at Dr C N Phatudi Campus of the Sekhukhune Further Education and Training College during the week of 22 to 26 March 2010. However, it was only the classes for students who were preparing exams for the 1st trimester which was due to commence on 24 March 2010.The students enrolled on the NC (V) programmes were on recess from 19 March to 6 April 2010.

a) Falls away in the light of the above response.

b) No action has been taken because there was no teaching time lost; hence there was no need to catch up.

c) (i) There were no financial implications for the students.

(ii) There were no financial implications for the campus

QUESTION 163

QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

163. Mr D P Dexter (Cope) to ask the Minister of Energy

(1) (a) How many homes have benefited from the Eskom rebate scheme to exchange electricity-powered geysers for solar-powered geysers since the launch of the project and (b) what percentage of the budgeted funds have been used;

(2) Whether (a) she or (b) Eskom is responsible for this programme?

REPLY

(1) (a) To date 2 967 rebates have been paid by Eskom to home owners in South Africa for the installation of approved solar water heaters.

(b) The value of the rebates paid equates to 0.5% of the budgeted funds for the subsidised installation of 950 000 solar water heaters.

(2) (a) No.

(3) (b) Eskom was responsible for developing the first solar water heating rebate programme. The programme will now form part of the broader campaign to promote solar water heating in the country which is under development by the Department of Energy

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

FOR WRITTEN REPLY

QUESTION 163

DATE OF PUBLICATION OF INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 7/05/2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 2010)

Mr R A Lees (DA-KZN) to ask the Minister of Basic Education

(1) Has she been informed that learners were taken out of school during school hours to provide entertainment to Members of the National Council of Provinces and other delegates at the Taking Parliament to the People visit to Limpopo on 23 March 2010; if not

(2) whether she will investigate the matter and report on it; if not, why not; if so, (a) why were learners taken out of their classrooms, (b) how many learners were involved in the function and (c) what action will be or have been taken to ensure that learners catch up on school hours;

(3) whether any of these learners or schools were paid for the services of entertainment; if not, why not; if so, (a) what were the reasons for the payment and (b) what was the amount paid to each (i) learner and/or (ii) school ?

REPLY

(1) No, the Minister was not informed about learners been taken out of school to entertain NCOP members.

(2) The Minister was not at the NCOP taking Parliament to the people session, instead the MEC for Education in Limpopo was in attendance. It is therefore her considered view that the MEC is better placed to respond to the questions in a more detailed way.

(3) Not Applicable

QUESTION NUMBER 164

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 February 2010

(INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NUMBER 01)

MR PD Dexter (COPE) to ask the Minister of Mineral Resources:

(a) How can the nationalisation of mines benefit the economy and (b)(i) in what way and (ii) how would Government fund the nationalisation?

Response

(a) The department has not done a cost benefit analysis on nationalisation of mines, since it is not a policy of Government

(b) (i) N/A

(ii) N/A

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

QUESTION 164 (WRITTEN REPLY) 07 May 2010

164. Mr H B Groenewald (DA-NW) to ask the Minister of Public Works:

(1) With regard to the project of building additional accommodation for the Department of Justice next to the Schweizer Reneke Magistrates Court (a) what was the (i) original estimated cost, (ii) original target date for completion and (iii) intended purpose of additional accommodation being build and (b) how many main contractors have been employed on this project;

(2) whether any of the contracts of the contractors have been cancelled and/or terminated; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, (a) for which contractors, (b)(i) when and (ii) why were the contracts cancelled and/or terminated and (c) what percentage of the original contract value has been paid to each main contractor employed on this project;

(3) whether any other contractors will be appointed to complete this project; if not, why not; if so, (a) when will they be appointed, (b) what is the new (i) expected completion date and (ii) estimated final cost of this project and (c) what is the estimated amount that can be categorised as wasteful expenditure for this project? CW195E

REPLY

1-2. I have already responded to this part of the question as question 180 in November 2009.

3. (a)Yes, another contractor will be appointed, and tenders was placed in the Tender Bulletin on 04 June 2010 and closes on 14 July 2010. We expect to complete all Supply Chain Management processes and appointment of the contractor by the 03rd August 2010.

(b) (i) December 2011

(ii) R 8 811 402.73

c. None

QUESTION NO.: 165

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 February 2010

Mrs J D Kilian (Cope) to ask the Minister of Public Enterprises:

(1)Whether any individual contracts in excess of R 500 000 was awarded by (a) her department or (b) parastatals under its control to a certain company (name furnished) and/or its international affiliates in the (i) 2004-05, (ii) 2005-06, (iii) 2006-07 and (iv) 2007-08 financial years; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, in each case, (aa) what department or entity awarded the contract, (bb) on what date was the contract awarded and (cc) what is the nature of the goods and/or services involved;

(2) Whether all contracts have been completed; if not, (a) which contracts have not been completed and (b) what are the relevant details in each case? NW175E

REPLY

DPE:

(1)(2) The Department of Public Enterprises has not awarded any contracts to the company mentioned.

ALEXKOR:

(1)(2) Alexkor has not awarded any contracts to the company referred to during the financial years mentioned.

DENEL:

(1)(2) Denel has not awarded any contracts to the company referred to during the financial years mentioned.

Eskom:

1(a)(b)(i)(ii)(iii)(iv) Yes, Eskom has awarded several contracts to Siemens during 2004/05, 2005/06, 2006/07 and 2007/08 financial years, in excess of R500 000,00.

(aa) Eskom's Generation, Enterprise and customer network divisions have contracts with Siemens.

(bb - cc) and 2 (a) are presented in the attached spreadsheet as a result of the number of contracts issued during this time period.

(2)(b). All contracts are managed effectively to conclude on the agreed contractual period. Contracts that are not completed are as a result of the planned contractual expiry date which is yet to come into effect.

The table below indicates the services rendered at Eskom by Siemens.

1.(i)-(iv)

Financial year

(aa) Operating Division

(bb) Date awarded

(cc) Nature of the services provided

(2)(a) Status of the contract

(b) if not completed / relevant information

2004/05

None

2005/06

Customer Network (TX)

2/1/2005

PHS HI 2 buszone protection

29/06/2011

No (Contracts that are not completed are as a result of the planned contractual expiry date which is yet to come into effect)

2005/06

Customer Network (TX)

8/19/2005

132kv circuit breakers

Completed

6/30/2006

2006/07

Customer Network (TX)

8/4/2006

The design, detailed engineering, manufacture, testing, supply, delivery, offloading, installation and commissioning of a range of complete fully functional power transformers and shunt reactors for various sites.

Completed 30/12/07

2006/07

Customer Network (TX)

5/17/2006

Distribution recorders

5/31/2011

No (Contracts that are not completed are as a result of the planned contractual expiry date which is yet to come into effect)



2006/07

Customer Network (TX)

8/22/2006

275kv surge arrestors

6/30/2010

No (Contracts that are not completed are as a result of the planned contractual expiry date which is yet to come into effect)

2006/07

Customer Network (TX)

2/9/2007

The design, detailed engineering, manufacture, testing, supply, delivery, offloading, installation and commissioning of a range of complete fully functional power transformers and shunt reactors for various sites.

30/12/2009

No (Contracts that are not completed are as a result of the planned contractual expiry date which is yet to come into effect)

2006/07

Customer Network (TX)

12/11/2007

The design, detailed engineering, manufacture, testing, supply, delivery, offloading, installation and commissioning of a range of complete fully functional power transformers and shunt reactors for various sites.

10/12/2014

No (Contracts that are not completed are as a result of the planned contractual expiry date which is yet to come into effect)

INFRACO:

(1)(b) The individual contracts in excess of R 500 000 was awarded by Infraco to Siemens Telecommunications (PTY) LTD (2006/07) and Nokia Siemens Networks (PTY) LTD (2007/08). The information required in question (1)(b)(i)-(cc) are set out in the table below.

(2)(a)(b) The relevant detail of each contract is set out in the table below.

1.(i)-(iv)

Financial year

(aa) Operating Division

(bb) Date awarded

(cc) Nature of the services provided

(2)(a) Status of the contract

(b) if not completed / relevant information

2004/05

None

2005/06

None

2006/07*

Telecommunications

23-11-2006

Supply and commissioning of telecommunications equipment for the long distance portion of the Broadband Infraco Network.

Completed

31-07-2007

2007/08

Telecommunications (Nokia Siemens Networks)

28-09-2007

Supply and commissioning of telecommunications equipment for the provisioning of services required for the State Information Technology Agency.

Completed

31-01-2008

2007/08

Telecommunications(Nokia Siemens Networks)

14-12-2007

Supply and commissioning of telecommunications equipment to expand the Broadband Infraco Network.

Completed

30-04-2008

*Contracted with Eskom Enterprises (Pty) Ltd while Broadband Infraco was still being formed.

PBMR:

(1)(b) The individual contracts in excess of R 500 000 was awarded by UHDE (company name), PBMR's Engineering Procurement Construction Management (EPCM) to Siemens Ltd. The information required in question (1)(b)(i)-(cc) are set out in the table below.

(2)(a)(b) The relevant detail of each contract is set out in the table below.

1.(i)-(iv)

Financial year

(aa) Operating Division

(bb) Date awarded

(cc) Nature of the services provided

(2)(a) Status of the contract

(b) if not completed / relevant information

2004/05

None

2005/06

None

2006/07

Fuel Plant

14-12-2006

Plant Programmable Logic Controller's (PLC's) and demo cases

Completed

2007/08

Fuel Plant

10-04-2007

Professional services for developing the following documents with regard to the PFP (PBMR Fuel Plant) Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

· Information Master Plan

· Material Container Tagging System Concept

· Rollout Plan

Completed

SAFCOL:

(1)(2) Safcol has not entered into any contracts with the company referred to during the mentioned financial years.

SAA:

(1)(2) South African Airways (SAA) has not entered into any contracts with the company referred to or its international affiliates during the mentioned financial years.

SAX:

(1)(2) South African Express Airways (SAX) has not entered into any contract exceeding R 500 000 with the company referred to.

TRANSNET:

(1)(b) The individual contracts in excess of R 500 000 was awarded by Transnet Limited to Siemens South Africa.

The information required in question (1)(b)(i)-(cc) are set out in the table below.

(2)(a)(b) The relevant detail of each contract is set out in the table below.

1.(i)-(iv)

Financial year

(aa) Operating Division

(bb) Date awarded

(cc) Nature of the services provided

(2)(a) Status of the contract

(b) if not completed /

relevant information

2004/05

Transnet Freight Rail

22-06-2004

Upgrading of Pantographs.

Completed

2004/05

Transnet Pipelines

17-03-2005

Scada Leak Detection Interfaces.

95 % Completed

The contract interfaces with LDS* Contract. Its completion date is February 2010.

2005/06

Transnet Freight Rail

06-12-2005

Circuit Breakers – Countrywide.

Completed

2005/06

Transnet Freight Rail

30-01-2006

Installation of authorisation system.

Completed

2005/06

Transnet Pipelines

22-02-2006

Depot Telecontrol Upgrade.

Completed

2006/07

Transnet Freight Rail

16-08-2006

Circuit Breakers - Koedoespoort

Completed

2006/07

Transnet Pipelines

19-02-2007

Depot Telecontrol Upgrade.

Incomplete

The contract is on hold due to associated party contract default.

2006/07

Transnet Freight Rail

26-03-2007

Design/manufacture supply/install and pre-test of IBS.

Completed

2006/07

Transnet Rail Engineering

29-08-2006

The supply of the following materials: Pantograph 18E

Pantograph 7E

Pantograph 7E3 (Standard)

Pantograph 7E3 (Upgraded)

Pantograph 38-000 Diesel Electric.

Completed

1.(i)-(iv)

Financial year

(aa) Operating Division

(bb) Date awarded

(cc) Nature of the services provided

(2)(a) Status of the contract

(b) if not completed /

relevant information

2007/08

Transnet Pipelines

11-05-2007

Depot Telecontrol Upgrade.

Ongoing

The contract's completion date is July 2010.

2007/08

Transnet Pipelines

01-11-2007

Depot Telecontrol Upgrade.

90% Completed

The contract interfaces with the NMPP Contract. Its completion date is July 2010

2007/08

Transnet Pipelines

05-11-2007

Depot Telecontrol Upgrade.

Completed

2007/08

Transnet Freight Rail

10-12-2007

Axle counters evaluation.

Completed

2007/08

Transnet Capital Projects

03-03-2008

MAC* Preliminary Engineering & Design

Completed

*MAC = Main Automation Contract

*LDS = Lead Detection System

NATIONAL COUNCIL OFPROVINCES FOR WRITTEN REPLY

QUESTION NO: 165

PUBLISHED IN INTERNAL Question PAPER NO 10 OF 07 May 2010

Mr. D A Worth (DA-FS) to ask the Minister for Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs:

What total amount has been (a) budgeted for and (b) actually spent in respect of maintenance of infrastructure in each municipality in the (i) Free State and (ii) Eastern Cape in the (aa) 2007-08, (bb) 2008-09 and (cc) 2009-10 financial years up to the latest specified date for which information is available?

CW196E

REPLY

The National Treasury has recently consolidated figures on repairs and maintenance for the financial years 2003/04 to 2008/09, from the annual financial statements received from municipalities. The final figures on repairs and maintenance as per the annual financial statements will only be available when the Local Government Review 2010 is published towards the end of the year. We would like to apologise to the Honourable Member as this information is not in our possession, but in the possession the National Treasury.

QUESTION NUMBER: 166

DATE FOR PUBLICATION: 11 FEBRUARY 2010

DATE REPLY SUBMITTED: 7 APRIL 2010

Rev H M Dandala (COPE) to ask the Minister in the Presidency: Performance Monitoring and Evaluation as well as Administration in the Presidency:

Whether any minister signed a performance contract; if not, why not; if so, (a) what are the punitive measures or incentives attached to the non-performance of excellent performance and (b) what are the further relevant details? NW176E

REPLY:

The President has not yet signed performance agreements but significant progress has been made with finalising the key issues that he would like to see in the performance agreements. In this regard, Government has identified twelve key outcomes with measurable outputs and as the major strategic focus areas of this administration. These outcomes are:

1. Improved quality of basic education.

2. A long and healthy life for all South Africans.

3. All people in South Africa are and feel safe.

4. Decent employment through inclusive growth.

5. A skilled and capable workforce to support an inclusive growth path.

6. An efficient, competitive and responsive economic infrastructure network.

7. Vibrant, equitable, sustainable rural communities with food security for all.

8. Sustainable human settlements and an improved quality of household life.

9. A responsive, accountable, effective and efficient local government system.

10. Environmental assets and natural resources that are well protected and continually enhanced.

11. A better Africa and a better world as a result of our contributions to global relations.

12. An efficient and development oriented public service and an empowered, fair and inclusive citizenship.

Draft letters which spell out the key outputs and targets for each of the first 9 outcomes have been sent to the lead Ministers responsible for these outputs, with a requirement that they provide feedback before final letters are issued. These draft letters have been issued by the President. The letters also ask each Minister to establish a Delivery Forum which will develop a Delivery Agreement, spelling out in detail who will be doing what by when with what resources.

Some of the other Ministers will make contributions to several of the outcomes, and the President's performance agreements with those Ministers will be based on the key outputs and targets for those outcomes. For those Ministers whose contribution to the 12 outcomes is relatively small, the President's performance agreements will be based on key outputs and targets from their departmental strategic plans.

We expect that the President will start signing performance agreements from May onwards.

The main purpose of the performance agreements is for the President to inform the Ministers of his key expectations from them and to provide a basis for monitoring the achievement of these expectations. No specific incentives or punitive measures are attached to the performance agreements. The performance of the Ministers will be assessed by the President on the basis of progress reports against the performance agreements.

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

FOR WRITTISN REPLY

QUESTION NO: 166

Mrs E C van Lingen (DA-EC) to ask Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs:

(1) Whether he will provide a detailed progress report regarding an local municipalities which have been placed under administration since 1 March 2009; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

(2) Whether he will provide details. regarding the main chs1lenges his department will overcome in respect of each of the abovementioned municipalities; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

(3) Whether his department has formulated a plan or policy to solve the challenges encountered within each of these municipalities; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details of each of these policies;

(4) Whether any dates have been determined by which each municipality will be able to operate without any form of assistance from his department; if not. what is the postion in this regard; if so, what date is it anticipated that each municipality will commence its operations independently of his department? CW197E

Reply

(1) Yes, the report will firstly be presented to Cabinet, then to yourselves.

(2) Yes, the challenges facing all municipalities are known to ourselves and to everyone. They are contained in the State of Local Government report presented to major stakeholders who attended the Local Government Indaba that was held in October 2009. We have developed the Local Government Turn-Around Strategy which is based on the report that covered broadly all challenges facing municipalities.

(3} Yes, the Local Government Turnaround Strategy is currently being implemented in all municipalities.

(4) The Department is anticipating that by 2014 the Local Government Turnaround Strategy will be fully Implemented and challenges: facing municipalities would be substantially addressed.

QUESTION 167

INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER [No 1-2010]

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 February 2010

167. Rev H M Dandala (Cope) to ask the Minister of Rural Development and Land Reform:

How many (a) new black farmers has his department assisted to acquire land and help set up their farms and (b) farms that the Government has bought from white farmers have not been taken over by the new owners and have fallen into disuse in each province. NW177E

THE MINISTER OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM:

(a) From 1994 until December 2009, the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform has:

- through its rights-based Restitution Programme, in terms of land claims lodged, restored farms to 502 beneficiaries who are currently utilising the farms; and

- through its Land Redistribution Programmes, including the Proactive Land Acquisition Strategy (PLAS) assisted 221 341 individual farmers/beneficiaries to acquire land as follows:

LAND REDISTRIBUTION PROGRAMME

PROVINCE

INDIVIDUALS/BENEFICIARIES

Eastern Cape

26 309

Free State

8 186

Gauteng

7 397

KwaZulu-Natal

74 861

Limpopo

7 657

Mpumalanga

17 992

Northern Cape

5 147

North West

57 747

Western Cape

16 045

TOTAL

221 341

(b) Please refer to the table below.

RESTITUTION PROGRAMME

PROVINCES

FARMS BOUGHT BY GOVERNMENT AND NOT TRANSFERRED TO NEW OWNERS

DISUSED FARMS

Eastern Cape

7

0

Free State & Northern Cape

23

0

Gauteng & North West

146

29

KwaZulu-Natal

9

40

Limpopo

124

0

Mpumalanga

95

4

Western Cape

6

0

TOTAL

410

73

Note: These are farms bought and held by the State in trust pending the resolution of outstanding matters such as the establishment of legal entities for restitution beneficiaries.

NATlONA.L. COUNCIL. OF PROVINCES FOR WRITTEN REP L Y

PUBLISHED IN INTERNAL. QUESTION PAPER NO 10 OF 07 May 2010

QUESTION NO: 167

Mrs E C van Lingen (DA-EC) to ask the Minister for Cooporative Governance and Traditional Affairs:

With reference to the different types of governance structures In place with local municipalities within South Africa which munjcipalities are governed, which of these municipalities am governed by (a) a plenary system with a mayor, (b) an Executive and/or fulltime Mayor without a Mayoral Committee. (c) an Executive Mayoral Committee and (d) a Collective Executive Committee? CW198E

Reply

(a) Municipalities governed by a plenary system with a mayor

Eastern Cape: 13

Free State: 7

Gauteng: 0

KwaZulu-Natal: 2

Limpopo: 2

Mpurnalanga: 0

Northbern Cape: 19

North West: 1

Western Cape: 0

QUESTION 168

INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER [No 1-2010]

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 February 2010

168. Rev H M Dandala (Cope) to ask the Minister of Rural Development and Land Reform:

(a) How many posts have been filled in his department between June 2009 and January 2010, (b) how many posts are still vacant and (c) what is the percentage of the unfilled vacancies? NW178E

THE MINISTER OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM:

(a) 429

(b) 795

(c) 15.5%

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES FOR WRITTEN REPLY QUESTION NO. 115 INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 6 CW142E

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 19 March 2010

Mr R A Lees (DA-KZN) to ask the Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs:

(1) What is the mercury content of energy efficient light bulbs which have been distributed by Eskom;

(2) whether her department has made any provisions for the safe disposal of these energy efficient light bulbs which contain mercury; if not, why not; if so, (a) what measures have been put in place in this regard and (b) how will these measures be communicated to the public?

Mr R A Lees (DA-KZN) SECRETARY TO PARLIAMENT

HANSARD

PAPERS OFFICE

PRESS

115. THE MINISTER OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS ANSWERS:

(1) Compact fluorescent lamps (CFL's) distributed by Eskom have a mercury content of no more than 5 mg/lamp, which is in line with international standards.

(2) (a) The Department of Environment Affairs has been engaging the lighting industry in order to initiate work towards a sustainable disposal strategy for CFL's. In this regard the lighting industry has already been identified as a sector which is required to submit an Industry Waste Management Plan in terms of section 28 (1) of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act for the Minister's approval, in order to manage the impacts of the waste they generate as producers of CFL's. The plan requires among others, that the industry identifies:

· the mechanisms to be put in place to allow for separate collection of mercury containing lamps,

· the targets for recovery and recycling of these lamps, as well as reporting on these,

· incentives will be provided to promote the return of spent CFL's.

The plan will form a major part of the disposal strategy for CFL's.

(b) The plan will be gazette for public comment before the Minister considers it for approval.

QUESTION NO. 169 INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 1

DATE OF PUBLICATION: 11 February 2010

Mr NJJ van R Koornhof (Cope) to ask the Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs:

(a) How many animals were poached in January 2010 in the Kruger National Park;

(b) how does this figure compare with January 2009; and

(c) what sustainable steps are being taken to curb the poaching?

MR NJJ van R Koornhof (COPE) SECRETARY TO PARLIAMENT

HANSARD

PAPERS OFFICE

PRESS

169. THE MINISTER OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS ANSWERS:

(a) 8 White Rhinos; 2 Impalas and 1 Zebra.

(b) 7 White Rhinos; 2 Impalas and 1 Kudu.

(c) The sustainable steps taken to curb poaching are the following:-

  • Deployment of 58 new field rangers (taking the total to 350 rangers) into poaching "hot spots" within the Kruger National Park;
  • Radio communications facilities and equipment, within the Kruger National Park, is being upgraded to include the latest in digital technology;
  • Ranger section specific safety and security plans which guide the identification and countering of all poaching threats in parks;
  • Change in condition of services for field rangers to facilitate adequate deployments over weekends and public holidays;
  • Conducting of a feasibility study – deployment of tracker dogs in anti-poaching and follow-up operations;
  • Acquisition of 19 motorbikes to assist in patrolling and follow-up actions;
  • Acquisition of new "night vision" equipment to boost existing equipment for night deployments by helicopters;
  • Purchase of an ultra-light Bantam aircraft which will boost the existing ultra-light aircraft fleet to 2, for anti-poaching operations;
  • Establishment of effective joint liaison and cross border operational mechanisms with Mozambique to support cross border anti-poaching operations into Mozambique;
  • Liaison and co-operative structures with SAPS, Interpol, Provincial agencies, Cites and Traffic;
  • Acquisition and implementation of a new intelligence / investigation management system, MEMEX;
  • Anti-poaching operations are closely supported by SANParks Air Service unit. There are 2 helicopters and 3 fix-wing aircraft; and
  • The SANDF, who take over from the SAPS, will commence border line duties within the KNP during the later part of 2010;

    NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

    QUESTION 170

    QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

    170. Mr. K A Sinclair (COPE-NC) to ask the Minister of Energy:

    (1) Whether she will provide the (a) names and (b) positions of the persons serving on the five boards of the state-owned enterprises reporting to her Department; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

    (2) whether she will provide the (a) criteria considered for the appointment to the board of each of the entities, (b) remuneration package of each appointee; (c) term of office for each of the boards and (c) mandate of each of these boards; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details? CW201E

    REPLY.

    (1) The names and position of five boards are attached here.

    (a) Criteria for Board Appointment

    (2) CEF (PTY) LTD

    Section 4) of the Central Energy Fund Act 38 of 1977 as amended provides that Minister must appoint eight candidates to the board of directors CEF. Two of the eight will be officers of the Department of Energy, one of whom, in the opinion of the Minister possesses expert knowledge of crude oil supply and fuel matters. There are no further guidelines in terms of the Act.

    EDIH

    There will be a board, which shall fairly reflect the gender and race

    composition of South Africa, consisting of not less than 10 (ten) and not more

    than 18 (eighteen) directors of whom, not more than 6 (six) shall be members

    of the executive.

    NECSA

    Section 16(1) (a) of the Nuclear Energy Act 46 of 1999 (the Act) provides that NECSA is governed and controlled by a board of directors. Section 16(2) provides that the board consists of the following: a chairperson and not fewer than five and not more than seven suitably qualified directors appointed by the Minister of Minerals and Energy (now Minister of Energy); the chief executive officer, who is a member of the board by virtue of holding the office (ex officio); an official of the Department of Mineral and Energy (now Departments of Energy and Mineral Resources); an official of the Department of Foreign Affairs (now Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO)) designated by the Minister after consultation with the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation. Section 16(3) provides that persons to be considered for appointment should be South African citizens or holders of permanent resident status, be eligible to be appointed a director in terms of the Companies Act and not be a member of parliament or any provincial legislature.

    NERSA

    Section 5(1) of the Act provides that the Energy Regulator consists of four full-time and five part-time members appointed by the Minister. In terms of section 5(2) of the Act, the Minister must designate one of the part-time members as chairperson of the Energy Regulator and another part-time member as deputy chairperson. Section 6(1)(a) of the Act provides that persons to be considered for appointment should be South African citizens or holders of permanent resident status. Section 6(2) of the Act provides that the Minister must appoint, as members of the Energy Regulator, persons who collectively have adequate legal, technical, business, economic or other experience relevant to the electricity, piped-gas and petroleum pipelines industries, are collectively broadly representative of South African society as a whole, are committed and available to fulfil their role as members of the Energy Regulator and demonstrate impartiality and objectivity in such a manner that a fair balance between continuity and capacity building is achieved.

    NNR

    Section 8(1) of the National Nuclear Regulator Act 47 of 1999 (the Act) provides that the Regulator is governed and controlled by a board of directors appointed by the Minister. Section 8(4) provides that the board of directors consists of one representative of organised labour, one representative of organised business, one person representing communities, which may be affected by nuclear activities, an official of the Department of Minerals and Energy (now Department of Energy), an official from the Department of Environmental Affairs (now Department of Water andEnvironmental Affairs), and no more than seven other directors, and the chief executive officer by virtue of holding office.In terms of section 8(5) of the Act, the Minister must designate one of the seven other directors as chairperson of the Regulator and another as deputy chairperson. In terms of section 8(8) of the Act, a person is disqualified from being appointed or remaining a director of the board if he or she, among others, is not a South African citizen or is declared insolvent. Section 8(7) provides that for the purposes of appointing the directors of the board, the Minister must through the media and by notice in the Gazette invite nominations of persons as candidates for the relevant positions on the board, a panel appointed by the Minister, which may include representatives of the relevant committees of Parliament must compile a shortlist of not more than 20 candidates from the persons so nominated, the Minister must. from the shortlist so compiled and from other persons nominated as contemplated in paragraph (a), appoint persons to the relevant positions on the board; and the Minister may for a director appointed in terms of subsection (4)(a)(i) to (v), appoint a suitably qualified alternate director to act in the place of that director during his or her absence.

    (b) Remuneration package of each appointee

    In terms of the circular issued by the National Treasury dated April 30, 2009 (attached as annexure "A") the statutory and other Public Entities are divided into six categories, category A to E and a category S. The Public Entities reporting to the Minister of Energy fall under fall under category A1 except the Central Energy Fund (CEF) and the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) which fall under category S. As stated in the National Treasury circular dated April 30, 2009 the Minister of Finance has approved the remuneration adjustment in all relevant categories with effect from April 1, 2009. In terms of that circular, the relevant category levels of the Public Entities reporting to the Minister of Energy must be approved by the Minister. The above-mentioned circular therefore serves as the Minister of Finance's approval for cost of living remuneration adjustments. The Minister of Finance approved only 10.5 per cent. This is in line with the overall inflation related increase within the South African public sector.

    CEF non-executive directors are remunerated in terms of the Ministerial Directive issued in February 2005, adjusted for inflation on an annual basis in line with determination by the Minister of Finance.

    In terms of the National Treasury circular, the revised remuneration levels, per day, for non-executive directors of Public Entities falling within category S is as follows:

    Chairperson: R 3 530

    Vice-chairperson: R 2 999

    Member: R 2 745

    The revised remuneration levels of non-executive of Public Entities falling within category A1 is as follows:

    Chairperson: R 3 327

    Vice-chairperson: R 2 827

    Member: R 2 475

    In terms of the National Treasury circular, the maximum remuneration payable to non-official members of committees is as follows:

    Chairperson: R 2 745

    Member: R 1666

    Best practice indicates that preparation time for a board meeting is one day, as such attendance of a meeting would be deemed to take up to two days of a board member's time.

    (c) Term of office for each of the boards

    CEF

    In terms of section 5 of the Central Energy Fund Act 38 of 1977 as amended,

    a director shall hold office for a period not exceeding five years and shall be

    eligible for reappointment.

    EDIH

    In terms of the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the EDIH

    the Minister appoints directors to serve for a period of three years and

    the appointed directors may be eligible for a further three year term.

    NECSA

    Section 16(5) of the Nuclear Energy Act 46 of 1999 provides that a director mentioned in subsection (2)(b) of the Act holds office for a period specified in the persons letter of appointment but not exceeding three years, and may be reappointed upon expiry of that term of office.

    NERSA

    Section 5(6)(a) of the National Energy Regulator Act 40 of 2004 provides that a

    part-time member of the Energy Regulator holds office for a period of four years,

    while in terms of section 5(6)(b) a full-time member holds office for a period of

    five years.

    NNR

    Section 8(12)(a) and (b) of the NNR Act provides that the chairperson and a

    director of the board holds office for a period not exceeding three years and may

    be reappointed upon the expiry of the term of office.

    (d) Mandate of each of these boards

    CEF

    The CEF Group of companies derives its mandate from the Central Energy Fund Act 38 of 1977. The group operates in the energy sector, manages defined energy interests with commercial, strategic, licensing, and developmental roles, on behalf of the South African Government, with a special focus on renewable and cleaner alternative energy sources.

    EDIH

    Electricity Distribution Industry Holdings (Pty) Ltd was established in 2003 to lead the restructuring of the electricity distribution industry in South Africa. The restructuring mandate is guided by the Energy White Paper of 1998, the Blueprint of EDI Reform of 2001 as well as related Cabinet Decisions. In terms of the Cabinet Decision of 25 October 2006,the restructuring process must culminate in the creation of six wall to wall Regional Electricity Distributors (REDs) as public entities regulated by the National Energy Regulator.

    NECSA

    The main functions of Necsa are to undertake and promote research and development in the field of nuclear energy and radiation sciences and technology; to process source material, special nuclear material and restricted material; and to co-operate with persons in matters falling within these functions.

    NERSA

    NERSA's mandate is to regulate the electricity, piped-gas and petroleum pipelines industry in terms of the Electricity Regulation Act, Gas Act, and Petroleum Pipelines Act.

    NNR

    The objects of the National Nuclear Regulator are to-

    (a) Provide for the protection of persons, property and the environment against nuclear damage through the establishment of safety standards and regulatory practices;

    (b) Exercise regulatory control related to safety over-

    (i) the siting, design, construction, operation, manufacture of component parts, and the decontamination, decommissioning and closure of nuclear installations; and

    (ii) vessels propelled by nuclear power or having radioactive material on board which is capable of causing nuclear damage, through the granting of nuclear authorisations;

    (c) Exercise regulatory control over other actions, to which this Act applies through the granting of nuclear authorisations;

    (d) Provide assurance of compliance with the conditions of nuclear authorizations through the implementation of a system of compliance inspections;

    (e) Fulfill national obligations in respect of international legal instruments concerning nuclear safety; and

    (f) Ensure that provisions for nuclear emergency planning are in place

    QUESTION NO 171

    DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 FEBRUARY 2010

    (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 1- 2010)

    Date reply submitted : 24 March 2010

    171. Mr NJJ van R Koornhof (Cope) to ask the Minister of Police:

    (1) Whether all (a) Ministers, (b) Deputy Ministers, (c) Premiers and (d) MECs are entitled to be escorted by a "blue light cavalcade"; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, how many vehicles are allowed in such a cavalcade;

    (2) whether there is a code that regulates how such a cavalcade should behave; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details;

    (3) whether a such cavalcade is exempt from traffic regulations and laws; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details?

    NW181E

    REPLY:

    (1) (a) yes (b) yes(c) yes (d) yes. This question relates to security operations and details. We will therefore decline to give details except to say that threat analysis is always taken into account in making such decisions.

    (2) Yes, traffic regulation Section 58 and 60 of the Road Traffic Act, 1996.

    (3) Yes, as provided in terms of the Act as referred to above.

    NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES FOR WRITTEN REPLY

    QUESTION NO: 171

    PUBLISHED IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 10 OF 07 May 2010

    Mr M W Makhubela (COPE-Limpopo) to ask the Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs:

    Whether a certain person (name and details furnished) will be designated as a Headman (Gota); if not, why not; if so, when will this happen? CW202E

    Reply

    The appointment of headmans is a function of the province. The province makes a decision on the appointment while guided by the history of the royal family. The national government get involved in a situation where there are disputes and reported to us. Or in other instances where appointments are long overdue and the province has not acted upon it. In this case, nothing has been reported to us. We will investigate and revert to you.

    QUESTION NO 172

    DATE REPLY SUBMITTED: 19 FEBRUARY 2010

    DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: THURSDAY, 11 FEBRUARY 2010 (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: NO 1 – 2010)

    Mr W Rabotapi (DA) MP asked the Minister of Transport:

    What was the basis for the salary increases of the Executive Management of the Civil Aviation Authority while it recorded a deficit in the 2008-09 financial years?

    NW182E

    REPLY:

    The Minister of Transport:

    At the beginning of the 2008 - 2009 financial year, the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) had cash reserves of just under R100 million, which equates to approximately five months of operational expenditure. The norm as benchmarked against Civil Aviation Authorities in other countries is to have reserves of 30 - 45 days.

    Following a request from industry to restrict charges and due to the effect of the world wide recession on air travel, the SACAA budgeted for a loss of R9,6 million for the year, which was approved by National Treasury.

    As was reported by the Chief Executive Officer, SACAA, at the meeting of the Portfolio Committee on Transport (National Assembly) in Parliament, which was held on Tuesday, 20 October 2009, the SACAA also carried some R4 million of the cost for the Accident and Incident Department during the year, because of under-recovery from the Department of Transport.

    Therefore, despite a revenue deficit of around R25 million, caused by the reduction in the number of passengers travelling and reduced aviation activity, the SACAA effectively managed to come in almost exactly on budget. This was achieved by across the board cost containment and delaying recruitment, but still managing to meet all commitments by more effective use of inspectors and other staff.

    All Executive Managers therefore did receive salary increases, but these were performance based increases following robust performance evaluations, and not across the board increases. It might be pertinent to mention that the SACAA is a financially neutral organisation and most of its revenue comes from the fuel levy, passenger safety charges and user fees. No further subsidy is received from Government. The SACAA is self-funded based on the User Pays Principle. Only a once-off subsidy was received in the 2007 - 2008 financial year to cover the costs of meeting the audit requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the US Federal Aviation Administration.

    NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

    QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

    QUESTION NUMBER: 172

    DATE FOR PUBLICATION: 14 MAY 2010

    DATE QUESTION SUBMITTED: 31 MAY 2010

    MR S S MAZOSIWE (ANC-EC) TO ASK THE MINISTER IN THE PRESIDENCY: PERFORMANCE MONITORING AND EVALUATION:

    (1) What (a) is the total number of calls received by the Presidential hotline since its launch and (b) are the common issues that are being raised by communities in each province;

    (2) Whether such issues are formally referred to the respective provinces for further action; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

    (3) Whether the level of response from the provinces has been found to be effective; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details?

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    REPLY:

    (1) What (a) is the total number of calls received by the Presidential hotline since its launch and (b) are the common issues that are being raised by communities in each province;

    The total number of calls receives by the Presidential Hotline since the 9th September 2009 is 674 894 and number of calls have been abandoned 484 327 and handled (190 280).

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    2. Whether such issues are formally referred to the respective provinces for further action; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

    Yes, the received queries are referred to provinces as soon as they are received. It is the responsibilities of relevant provinces and departments to attend to those queries and to ensure that they are resolved.

    3. Whether the level of response from the provinces has been found to be effective; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details?

    Currently there is a low rate of response from the provinces and there are efforts to improve on the service and for resolution rate to continuously make steady improvement. The tabling and implementation of the Province's turnaround strategies are being monitored to track improvement.

    QUESTION 173

    QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

    173. Adv A de W Alberts(FF Plus) to ask the Minister of Energy:

    (1) Whether she will call on NERSA to defer its decision about electricity tariff hikes pending Government's appointment of the Economic Planning Commission; if not, why not; if so, why this option has not been carried out;

    (2) whether she will call on NERSA to exercise its statutory powers in accordance with the Electricity Regulation Act, Act 4 of 2006, and to investigate Eskom's books in order to determine whether Eskom's actual income was underreported; if not, why not; if so, when;

    (3) whether Government as Eskom's sole shareholder is committed to the appointment of the best candidates regardless of race and gender; if not, how such appointments serve the interests of the country; if so, how will the Government bring about these appointments? NW184E

    Reply

    (1) No. The Electricity Regulation Act of 2006 in conjunction with the National Regulator Act of 2004 stipulates the functions that must be performed by National Energy Regulator of South Africa (the regulator). In terms of these Acts, the regulator is independent and can only perform its duties in accordance with the provisions of the two Acts. Therefore, it will not be possible for the Minister to instruct the regulator to defer the determination of electricity prices since the Electricity Regulation Act does not provide for such intervention. It is important to uphold the independence of the regulator given the need for private sector participation in electricity generation. The Private sector will be hesitant to invest in electricity generation citing the lack of regulatory independency.

    (2) No. The Electricity Regulation Act (ER Act) does not have a provision that allows the Minister to instruct the regulator to conduct such investigation. However, it is within the mandate of the Regulator in term of the ER Act to investigate any matter that relate to their jurisdiction over the licensees if they deem it necessary.

    (3) Government prides itself as an equal opportunity employer and will exercise its discretion in this regard

    NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

    QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

    PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION NO.: 173

    DATE OF QUESTION: 14 MAY 2010

    173. Mr M W Makhubela (COPE-Limpopo) to ask the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development:

    (1) Whether, as a result of his recent visit to several courts and the discussion he had with the judiciary, the perennial bottleneck in the disposing of cases expeditiously will now be addressed and resolved; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details;

    (2) whether he will make a statement on the matter?

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    REPLY:-

    (1) I would like to advise the Honourable Member that my Department as well as the Justice Crime Prevention and Security Cluster are attending to the issue of bottlenecks in the expeditious disposal of cases. We have made some strides in this regard, but will, in this year of action, be looking at strengthening our endeavours in this regard. My recent visits to courts is only one step to ensure that we get to know what is happening on the ground and implement the interventions where required.

    It needs to be stressed that in these endeavours to reduce and eliminate the bottlenecks, we have the backing of all role players to improve the effectiveness of the Criminal Justice System (CJS) and to ensure speedy resolutions of cases. The Chief Justice, the Heads of Courts and the Judicial Service Commission are also considering the most effective ways to deal with the challenge of case backlogs. The Judicial Service Commission Amendment Act, 2008, which comes into operation on 01 June 2010, will assist a great deal in addressing the matter. Amongst others, the Act provides for a Judicial Code of Conduct which will set acceptable standards of performance for all judicial officers and complain mechanisms where cases are dragged out for unreasonably lengthy periods.

    To improve speedier access to justice, the Department has furthermore developed the differentiated case flow management processes and techniques at court level. The JCPS Cluster also introduced the Case Backlog project as part of the continuous effort in disposing of criminal cases more expeditiously. The Case Backlog Reduction Project is continuing with 48 additional Regional Backlog Courts and 10 District Courts currently in operation country-wide. An additional 10 Regional Courts and 11 District Courts will come into operation by June 2010. From the inception of the project, 19 942 cases have been removed from the Regional Court rolls between November 2006 and March 2010. The impact hereof is that we could reduce the Regional Court backlog numbers from 20 452 backlog cases (43%) (on an outstanding roll of 47 343) in November 2006, to 16 054 backlog cases (31%) (on an outstanding roll of 50 708) at the end of March 2010. This was done notwithstanding a 7.1% increase in the number of outstanding cases from 47 343 to 50 708, as a result of the influx of new cases. In the past financial year alone, a total number of 6 830 cases were removed from the Regional Court rolls as a result of the Backlog Courts (since 1 April 2009 to the end of March 2010). Legal Aid South Africa is continuing in ensuring the availability of adequate legal representation to deal with the case load.

    We are, however, not only improving on how we deal with the backlogs and delays relating to criminal matters, but also those pertaining to civil matters. I would like to refer the Honourable Member to the recent budget vote debate of my Department where I highlighted the Review of the Civil Justice System that my Department has embarked on. This Review process seeks to ensure that the civil justice system provides a speedy, effective and affordable resolution of civil disputes. It will assist in identifying the deficiencies and shortcomings of the civil justice system and possible solutions in that regard.

    The capacity of the Regional Courts has already been increased through the creation of additional posts of magistrates (25), registrars and assistant registrars (58) for the implementation of the Jurisdiction of Regional Courts Amendment Act, 2008 which comes into operation on 01 August 2010. This Act will result in the significant reduction of civil cases at the High Courts and in particular, it will facilitate a finalisation of Family Law matters, including divorce cases as well as those Road Accident Funds cases involving claims below R300,000 and which currently clog the High Courts' case rolls.

    Small Claims Courts are another powerful mechanism to provide speedy access to justice, especially for the poor. These courts function on the basis of speed, simplicity and cost-effectiveness. These courts provide a forum for the resolution of civil claims up to R7,000.00, which amount was determined in 2004. Consultations have started to increase this amount to between R10,000.00 and R15,000.00. At present, we have 206 such Small Claims Courts and aim to establish another 60 this year and another 60 in the year thereafter. Good progress is being made and we have already established 11 new Small Claims Courts since April this year.

    I wish to also again indicate that we are tackling the whole transformation of the CJS. This will obviously also impact positively on the speedy finalisation of matters and the efficiency of the CJS. In line herewith, the Constitution Amendment Bill, and the Superior Courts Bill, paves the way for the overhaul of the outdated Magistrates Courts Act of 1944, and its replacement by a Lower Courts Act which will be premised on the Superior Courts Act. We hope to finalise a draft Lower Courts Bill by the beginning of 2011. The Constitution Amendment Bill and the Superior Courts Bill were published in the Government Gazette No. 33216 of 21 May 2010 for comment. We are confident that this will lead to an informed and constructive public debate on the fundamental transformation of our judicial system in line with our Constitution. Equally important is the strengthening of the Office of the Chief Justice as a transitional step towards the establishment of a separate administration for the Judiciary. Part of this initiative is the re-alignment of the court administration at the Regional and Court levels with an envisaged court support administration. Work is continuing in this regard.

    (2) No statement is necessary.

    QUESTION NO. 174

    DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: 11 February 2010

    (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO. 1)

    Adv A de W Alberts(FF Plus) to ask the Minister of Health:

    (1) Whether it is his department's policy to attend to Afrikaans speaking patients at public hospitals and clinics in Afrikaans; if not, why not; if so,

    (2) whether he has been informed that the public hospital in Amsterdam does not want to attend to patients in Afrikaans; if so, what steps will he take with regard to the actions of the hospital?

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    REPLY:

    (1) The National Department of Health, through the Constitution and other legislative frameworks of the Republic of South Africa (the Constitution), ensures that patients are attended to in any of the 11 official languages of their choice.

    Section 27 (1) of the Constitution guarantees the right to have access to amongst other things, health care services, including reproductive health care. In realising the rights guaranteed in Section 27 and in the Constitution in general, the Department of Health proclaimed the Patients Rights Charter. The Patients Rights Charter specifically provides that health information that includes the availability of health services and how best to use such services and such information shall be provided in the language understood by the patient.

    It then follows that it is the Department's policy to attend to patients in the language of their choice or the language they can understand. In instances where the health care provider and the patient are speaking different languages, attempts are made to get an interpreter so as to ensure that the information provided is understood by the patient.

    (2) We have not been informed of any refusal by a public hospital in Amsterdam to attend to patients in Afrikaans. However, any person with any knowledge of such practice is encouraged to report the matter to the relevant hospital's Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In the event that the CEO fails to deal with the allegations satisfactorily, the matter may be referred to the relevant provincial Department of Health, or even to my office if they are not happy with the provincial response.

    NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PROVINCES

    QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY

    PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION NO.: 174

    DATE OF QUESTION: 14 MAY 2010

    174. Mr M W Makhubela (COPE-Limpopo) to ask the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development:

    Whether the exact jurisdiction of all the courts has been determined and finalised; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?

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    REPLY:-

    The determination of the jurisdiction of the courts is part of the transformation of the judiciary which is one of the priority programmes of the Department. It is a Constitutional imperative that "all courts including their structure, composition, functioning and jurisdiction, and all relevant legislation, must be rationalised with a view to establish a judicial system suited to the requirements of the new constitution" (item 16.6).

    In relation to the High Courts, the Superior Court Bill, which was approved by Cabinet on 5 May 2010 and circulated for public comments on 21 May inst., provides for rationalised jurisdiction for all the Superior Courts. Once the Bill is enacted, it will provide for jurisdictions which are consistent with the Constitution.

    In relation to the Lower Courts, the current 384 magisterial districts are still based on the pre-1994 Constitutional dispensation. The Department has initiated a project to rationalise the magisterial districts in accordance with the Constitution. The rationalization process takes into account the provincial boundaries as determined by the Constitution Twelfth Amendment Act, 2005, in terms of which certain areas were excised from and / or added to other provinces.

    At the local level, the rationalisation process takes into account the municipal boundaries drawn by the Municipal Demarcation Board. Following extensive consultations with the Justice Crime Prevention and Security Cluster (JCPS) and the Lower Courts judiciary, proposals have

    been drawn on how the jurisdiction of the lower courts could be rationalised. The guiding principle underpinning the proposed demarcations for the lower courts is access to justice. In terms of this Constitutional imperative, courts will be established and conferred with adequate jurisdiction to respond to the needs of the communities they are intended to serve.

    This rationalisation process will also redress the legacy of apartheid in terms of which courts were established mainly in the affluent white areas, while former Black and rural communities were serviced through under resourced and dilapidated courts. The rationalisation process will therefore ensure that equal benefit from as well as protection by the law is extended to all citizens of this country.

    The proposed new jurisdictions of the Lower Courts are contained in the report which will be published before the end of July for public comments. Once the comments have been evaluated, the report will be submitted to Cabinet for its approval prior to its implementation.

    Other than these initiatives with regard to the Lower Courts and the High Courts, there are also initiatives underway to review the jurisdictions of the Small Claims Courts which are very important in enhancing access to justice especially for the poor and still beyond reach of the majority of the populace. Steps are therefore being undertaken to make sure that there is at least a Small Claims Court within each magisterial district. This will substantially increase the number of the current established 206 Small Claims Courts.

    QUESTION NO 175

    DATE REPLY SUBMITTED: 3 MARCH 2010

    DATE OF PUBLICATION IN INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER: THURSDAY, 11 FEBRUARY 2010 (INTERNAL QUESTION PAPER NO 1 – 2010)

    Adv A de W Alberts (FF Plus) asked the Minister of Transport:

    (1) What are the (a) status and (b) success rate in respect of the pilot project and the implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act, Act 46 of 1998, in the (i) Johannesburg and (ii) Pretoria/Tshwane metropolitan jurisdictions;

    (2) how will his department and the Road Traffic Infringement Agency ensure that notices issued and sent via registered mail will actually reach offenders within the prescribed period in accordance with the Act, especially in the light of delivery challenges faced by the SA Postal Services from time to time;

    (3) on what basis traffic authorities are allowed to barricade a national highway with roadblocks;

    (4) in accordance with which legislation or powers traffic authorities are allowed to use the SA Defence Force to assist with the policing of traffic at roadblocks?

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    REPLY:

    The Minister of Transport:

    (1) The current status in both jurisdictions is still a pilot implementation. It is however envisaged that as from 01 April 2010 this status will move from a pilot to full implementation of Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (AARTO), with the exclusion of the points demerit system that must of necessity be implemented on a national base that is when AARTO has been implemented in all provinces

    (a) (i) & (ii) Success was achieved in the identification of constraints in the areas of operation, systems and legislation in both metropolitan areas this being the desired outcomes of any pilot project. My Department is in the process of addressing these constraints by inter alia amending legislation, conducting training sessions and adapting functional areas on the National Traffic Information System (NaTIS) that will serve to facilitate the effective national implementation of AARTO.

    (2) The postal service challenge will be addressed as one of the amendments to the regulation and an identified constraint during the pilot that will seek to extend the time frame from 40 to 60 days. This should adequately cater for possible strike action within the postal services and other technical difficulties.

    (3) Traffic officers are authorised in terms of the provisions of the National Road Traffic Act, Act 93 of 1996, to stop any vehicle on a public road when in uniform and in the execution of his or her duties, This would include the stopping of vehicles in a lawful and organised roadblock and in the execution of their duties. This does not however authorise the unlawful and random disruption of traffic on any public road.

    (4) The use of the services of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) serves as a merely support function during a multi-disciplinary roadblock operation with the South African Police Services (SAPS), arranged and coordinated by SAPS.

    QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY NO175 ( CW 212 E)

    Mr D B Feldman (COPE-Gauteng) to ask the Minister of Labour:

    (1) With reference to his reply to question 102 on 10 April 2010, how long will his department subsidise the (a) Congress of South African Trade Unions and (b) South African Confederation of Trade Unions;

    (2) whether he will provide the (a) amount budgeted for, (b) strategic planning and (c) Medium Term Expenditure Framework for both unions for the (i) 2009-10 and (ii) 2010-11 financial years; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?

    Minister of Labour replied:

    1. The Department of Labour does not subsidise the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and South African Confedaretion of Trade Unions (SACOTU )..

    2 The Department of Labour has not assisted the above-mentioned organization strategic plan and / or Medium Term Expenditure Framework.

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