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34 SA shines at AIDS 2016 South Africa used the 21st International Aids Conference to highlight the gains made in the fight against HIV and AIDS
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38 Women in finance National Treasury’s Chief Financial Officer Silindile Kubheka on being part of a team that ensures service delivery happens
12 Conversations with leaders Deputy Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Service Hlengiwe Mkhize believes that ICT can empower women
40 Women in science Marine alien species researcher on the science of success
16 Profiles in Leadership Working in the public service is a calling for Dr Nokwethemba Mtshali-Hadebe
44 Women in aviation The sky is the limit for Nhlupheheng Tsotetsi
20 Provincial focus Keeping Gauteng residents safe and secure
46 Women in safety and security Constable Beauty Queen Nchabeleng on tracking a serial rapist and protecting people
22 Vital stats Fast facts at your fingertips 23 Upcoming events A look at local and international events for your diary and information
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Message from the Minister
Women empowerment: a lot to celebrate
W
athint'abafazi, wathint'imbokodo! This phrase
In spite of this, women continue to lag behind their male
has come to represent women's courage
counterparts and are often vulnerable to exploitation and
and strength. Our history is enriched by the
abuse. Sadly, young women are often the most exposed
struggles for women’s rights; be it the right to vote, or to be recognised as equal citizens. The 1956 Women’s March, on 9 August, where 20 000
women of all races marched to the Union Buildings to
due to financial or social circumstances.
Protecting young women As a society we must stand up to such abuse and exploitation.
protest against the discriminatory
So-called "blessers" are nothing more than
pass laws which had restricted the
predators who prey on the vulnerable. In South Africa young women are among
movement of black people in the
the most vulnerable group for contracting
country immortalised this struggle.
HIV, often due to unprotected sex with older
This year South Africa commemorates
men.
the 60th anniversary of that iconic
The Department of Health recently launched
march. This seminal moment in our history
the National HIV Prevention Campaign for
has been celebrated since 1995 as
Girls and Young Women. Its main aim is to
Women’s Day and is the focal point of
keep girls in school until matric, so that they
Women’s Month celebrations. During
can acquire viable economic life skills. By
Women’s Month our nation recognises
skilling girls and young women government
the important role of political activism
hopes that they will be less vulnerable to the advances of older men. We must do more as
by women during the struggle for liberation against colonialism and apartheid.
Women’s rights It is also an opportunity to reflect on the gains we have made since 1994 in advancing women empowerment
make choices without the dangers of exploitation. These so-called "blessers" cannot be allowed to destroy the dreams and aspirations of young women.
and rights. Over the past 22 years South Africa has made
Reflecting on progress
significant inroads insofar as gender parity and women
Government is the first to admit that we have challenges,
empowerment is concerned.
however our interventions since 1994, and more recently by
Although the era of outright discrimination against women has largely passed in most countries, women continue to suffer injustice often at the hands of their male counterparts.
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a country and as communities to ensure that women can
this administration, have ensured that we are on the right track. We have made great progress in ensuring that women enjoy the same rights as their male counterparts in relation
In South Africa we are fortunate to live in a country where
to education, employment, property, inheritance and justice.
the rights of all citizens are protected by the Constitution.
We have made significant progress in putting in place
These rights are further reinforced by our courts and far
legislation and policy frameworks for advancing equality
reaching legislation to empower women.
and empowerment for women. At the same time, the
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
participation of women in the economy continues to grow
Programme, a month long formal Sector Education and
and women now occupy more leadership positions than ever
Training Authority-accredited programme, women are skilled
before.
and trained across all nine provinces. The Informal and Micro
However, much work still needs to be done to ensure that women are free to participate in every sphere of society. Therefore, the promotion of gender equality and women’s empowerment is central to our efforts to combat poverty and
Enterprise Support programme assists women who own informal businesses in townships, rural areas and depressed areas in towns and cities.
stimulate sustainable development. In this regard we have
Economic empowerment
opted for a raft of measures to fast track the participation of
Women are powerful economic drivers when they
women in our economy.
are meaningfully involved in the economy through
Government introduced the Gender Equality Bill to accelerate
entrepreneurial activities and employment in decision
the empowerment of women and attain 50/50 gender parity.
making roles. Evidence has shown that in both developed
This goes hand in hand with the Employment Equity Act
and developing economies, when more women join the
where employers are legally required to work towards more
labour force, and particularly become entrepreneurs, gross
equitable representation based on gender, race and disability.
domestic product rises.
In addition, the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment
The economic empowerment of women is a prerequisite of
Act encourages women to own and manage existing and new
reducing poverty and abuse in our society and dismantling
enterprises.
patriarchy.
We are also aware of the constant need to monitor progress
Together we must continue to work towards the full
and evaluate both successes and challenges. Therefore, the
inclusion of women in all spheres of society. We therefore
Commission on Gender Equality is mandated to monitor,
encourage women to take advantage of the many
evaluate and research the implementation of women’s rights
opportunities afforded to them by government.
and gender equality in practice. In September 2015 a Presidential Directive was issued
Conquering male-dominated fields
which instructed that the Economic Cluster Ministers ensure
Government is also confident that girl learners will continue
women’s economic empowerment is placed centrally in the
to take up studies in what are still largely male dominated
implementation of their departmental programmes and in the
fields such as science, technology, engineering and
Nine-Point Plan to grow the economy.
construction. We have national and provincial targets to
The marching orders by President Jacob Zuma are a clear
increase the number of learners doing mathematics, and
indication that we must continually do more, and I can proudly
we have a long-term strategy to improve teacher content
say that we have done so.
knowledge on mathematics, science and technology.
Programmes to promote progress
Science and Technology (MST) conditional grant. The MST
A number of programmes are in place to ensure that women
conditional grant was allocated funding of R347 million
are empowered with the requisite skills so that they can take
in 2015/16, and will get R362 million in 2016/17 and R385
their rightful place in the economy. The Department of Small
million in 2017/18.
Helping to make this dream a reality is the Mathematics,
Business Development’s Emerging Enterprise Development
The grant will provide support and resources to schools,
Programme supports the advancement of women in business.
teachers and learners for the improvement of mathematics,
Government has not forgotten the need to assist women
sciences and technology teaching, and learning at selected
both with funding and training. Women-owned enterprises
public schools.
are financially assisted through the Cooperatives Incentive
As we move into the next phase of our country’s
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development, let us move the country forward by filling our
women enterprises.
laboratories, workplaces and boardrooms with empowered
Through government’s Bavumile Skills Development
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women who will help us move South Africa forward.
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The South African local government elections took place on 3 August 2016, where registered voters were given the opportunity to cast their vote for their new leaders. This is an integral part of the country’s democratic process that precedes the national elections taking place in 2019. Local government is made up of municipalities, which are in turn managed by councils. In South Africa we have the following: • The metropolitan municipalities, which are the big cities (such as Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg and Tshwane, among others) • The local municipalities, which are made up of towns and the surrounding rural areas • The district municipalities, which coordinate local municipalities These elections are held once every five years, and through them, registered voters have the opportunity to choose their councillors. 8 7 Hami l ton , A rcadi a, Pretor i a 0002 • 0 1 2 3 3 4 0 6 0 0 •
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Councillors report on council activities on a regular basis, as well as the council’s performance overall. In this way, councillors are held accountable for their actions and it allows their party and the public to intervene in any irregularities.
The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs highlights that a councillor must: • D isclose to the municipal council, or to any committee of which that councillor is a member, any direct or indirect personal or private business interest that councillor, or any spouse, partner or business associate of that councillor may have in any matter before the council or the committee • W ithdraw from the proceedings of the council or committee when the council or committee considers that matter, unless the council or committee decides that the councillor’s direct or indirect interest in the matter is trivial or irrelevant. • A councillor who, or whose spouse, partner, business associate or close family member, acquired or stands to acquire any direct benefit from a contract concluded with the municipality, must disclose full particulars of the benefit of which the councillor is aware at the first meeting of the municipal council at which it is possible for the councillor to make the disclosure. • T his section does not apply to an interest or benefit which a councillor, or a spouse, partner, business associate or close family member has or acquires in common with other residents of the municipality.
DECLARATION OF INTERESTS When elected or appointed, a councillor must within 60 days declare in writing to the municipal manager the following financial interests held by that councillor: • Shares and securities in any company; • Membership of any close corporation; • Interest in any trust; • Directorships; • Partnerships; • Other financial interests in any business undertaking; • Employment and remuneration; • Interest in property; • Pension; and • Subsidies, grants and sponsorships by any organisation
THE FIRST COUNCIL MEETING In preparation for the convening of the first council meeting, post Local Government Elections municipalities must ensure that, at the least, the following information
Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Des van Rooyen
be made available to all councillors by way of preparing information packs: • Handover report • IDP for the 2016/17 financial year; • Mid-year budget and performance assessment report the 2015/16 financial year; • Latest monthly financial statement; • Annual report for the 2014/15 financial year; • Draft annual report for the 2015/16 financial year; • Government Gazette No. 39548 of 21 December 2015: Upper limits for the remuneration of councillors; • Rules of order; • Local government legislation (including the Code of Conduct for councillors); • Documentation for the integrated councillor induction programme; and • Copy of this circular
“We all have the responsibility to strengthen our democracy by voting.” - Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
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MESSAGE FROM THE ACTING DIRECTOR-GENERAL
Celebrating SA’s Constitution
“I
would not look to the U.S. constitution, if I were
Constitution dismantled the apartheid system and created
drafting a constitution in the year 2012. I might
a new order based on the will of the people. It was adopted
look at the Constitution of South Africa.” These are
to heal the divisions of the past and to create “a society
powerful words and frank advice expressed by Ruth Bader
based on democratic values, social justice and fundamental
Ginsburg, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the
human rights”.
United States, during an interview with Egypt's Al-Hayat TV in 2012 on whether Egypt should use the constitutions of other countries as a model.
The Constitution contains a Bill of Rights which is the cornerstone of our democracy. The rights specified in it include the right to life, equality,
Referring to South Africa’s Constitution, she added:
freedom of expression and association, political and property
“That [Constitution] was a deliberate attempt to have a
rights, housing, health care, education, access to information
fundamental instrument of government that embraced
and access to courts. The state has an obligation to respect,
basic human rights and an independent judiciary.… It really
protect, promote and fulfil these rights.
is, I think, a great piece of work that was done. Much more recent than the U.S. constitution.”
The state has since the dawn of democracy lived up to expectations by protecting and fulfilling these rights. It
These comments are a reflection of how the South African
has also established Chapter 9 institutions to enhance
Constitution is viewed and respected across the world. It
accountability. These institutions help citizens assert their
is regarded as one of the most progressive in the world.
rights, and provide access to justice for all. They look after
Our Constitution is the product of a long process of
the public interest and hold the executive and government
struggle and multiparty political negotiations in which
accountable. Any citizen who feels that his or her rights have
politicians, lawyers and representatives of civil society
been violated can approach these institutions for recourse.
played a key role. Many of its provisions are also based on
However, for our constitutional democracy to function
the Freedom Charter. The Charter was adopted in 1955 in
effectively, it is important that every South African know the
Kliptown, following wide consultation with thousands of
Constitution and in particular the rights afforded to them
people about the South Africa they would like to live in. Its
so that they can effect change. It belongs to each of us
preamble, which has been incorporated
and represents a social contract between the state and its
into the Constitution, states that South Africa belongs to all who live in it.
citizens. All South Africans should have a copy of the Constitution at hand; it can be obtained from public institutions across
This year, South Africa
the country. We can further improve our familiarity with, and
marks the 20th anniversary
awareness of our world acclaimed Constitution by attending
of the signing into law of
the workshops and public education campaigns conducted
the Constitution. It was
regularly by the Department of Justice and Constitutional
adopted in May 1996
Development.
and amended into final
However, raising awareness is also a societal responsibility
draft in October the
and civil society needs to partner with government so that
same year. The
we reach as many of our people as possible. As we celebrate 20 years of the South African Constitution, let us recommit ourselves to live up to its values, aims and aspirations.
Acting Director-General Donald Liphoko. Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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ICT can help improve SA
I
nformation and communication technologies (ICT) have
people who are aspiring to be operators, data manag-
the potential to boost the economy, empower women and
ers, to analyse, do research and connect the continent.”
broaden access to education across the country.
She adds that the industry is critical because people
According to Deputy Minister of Telecommunications and
from rural areas, who would have been excluded and
Postal Services Hlengiwe Mkhize, with a push in the right direc-
isolated, are now able to connect to the rest of the
tion, ICT could be the livelihood of many South Africans.
world through ICT.
“With ICT skills we have an op-
The Department of Telecommunications and Postal
portunity to not only talk
Services set aside R13 million for the current financial
economic growth
year to focus on the growth of ICT small and medium
but also about how we can become an inclusive as possible by creating a value
enterprises.
School Connectivity Programme ICT also has the potential to change the lives of young people, particularly those at school.
chain of en-
The Deputy Minister says through the School Connec-
trepreneurs.
tivity Programme, a partnership with the private sector
This includes
that takes ICT to government schools, the department
people who
is aiming to do just that.
are suppliers to
Telecommunication infrastructure available for learn-
this industry and
ing and teaching is gradually increasing and many schools are exploiting the benefits of ICT to enhance the quality of teaching and learning, she points out. “The introduction of ICT to our schools is creating new ways for students and teachers to engage in information selection, gathering, sorting and analysis. “Currently, we have connected 11 528 schools nationally. Of these, 3 793 are located in rural areas and 6 223 are in urban areas. The education element is so important because the work we do helps us to improve education outcomes.”
The state of telecommunications Deputy Minister Mkhize says telecommunications in South Africa is exciting because it enables South Africans to be innovative. She adds that one of the main reasons the department has two key areas – telecommunications and postal services – is because there needs
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Public Sector Manager • August 2016
to be a strong focus on the telecommunications industry, es-
and this would mean that the costs associated with ICT
pecially considering how it can benefit South Africa.
would decrease for the consumer.”
“The country is moving towards a point where one can access a whole range of ICT-related products on one platform,”
Post Office turnaround
Deputy Minister Mkhize points out.
Deputy Minister Mkhize says her department is work-
However, she cautions that it appears as if telecommunications are skewed because consumerism is promoted rather than manufacturing. “Our current state of telecommunications promotes consumerism; the end-user gadgets are mostly manufactured outside the country.” She points out that the country has not developed enough capabilities to manufacture gadgets but this is something that her department is planning for. The department is talking to state-owned entities to focus on manufacturing gadgets in the country. “Imagine if we had smart phones which are affordable to that bottom clientele; huge population areas who were excluded from ICT would benefit.” The department is also working closely with regulators to
ing hard to sweep the South African Post Office (SAPO) clean of all its previous difficulties. Since 2014, SAPO has been marred by labour unrest as well as financial and leadership issues. This resulted in Telecommunications and Postal Services Minister Siyabonga Cwele appointing an administrator, Dr Simo Lushaba, to head the organisation. Lushaba handed over the ropes to the new CEO Mark Barnes in January 2016. The Deputy Minister believes that the new board and CEO are steering SAPO in the right direction. “The new CEO is very enthusiastic and he provides leadership,” she adds. Deputy Minister Mkhize says a lot of work has been done to bring SAPO to its former glory with the assis-
ensure that government takes responsibility for owning ICT
tance of National Treasury.
infrastructure.
“I am confident that we will also work with
“This would work well because operators will just operate
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our international partners who have invited >>
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CONVERSATIONS WITH THE LEADERS
us to come and see what they have done with the post office in countries such as India, Brazil and Italy.” She points out that SAPO has the potential to connect many people through ICT because of its national footprint.
The department has a cyber security hub, which works with the criminal justice system to monitor threats to young women and children. “We are teaching young women in universities across the
Women in telecommunications
country to talk about online threats and bullying, which is
Reflecting on the number of women in telecommunications,
a big problem.”
Deputy Minister Mkhize says that while women are slowly bridging the gender gap, there are not enough females in
The women of today
executive and decision-making positions.
Reflecting on the advancement of women since the 1956
To bridge the gap further, the department was part of the
Women’s March, Deputy Minister Mkhize points out that
Techno Girls programme, which introduces young women
women living in modern day South African have a spectrum
to ICT.
of opportunities available to them.
The Techno Girls programme is aimed at addressing the gender gap in sectors that are traditionally male-dominated. Through this programme young women doing Grades 9 to 11 are introduced to ICT as an area that they can pursue post high school.
“The women of today need to find their mission in their lives and areas of work.” She adds that women should unite to move South Africa forward. “Creating unity amongst women is very important.
“We have also been talking with the Department of Higher
Women across all spectrums should look within them-
Education and Training to provide support to girls who want
selves as to what values are they adding, in whatever po-
to enter the ICT space by providing them with scholarships
sition they are in.”
so that more women join this sector. “The more support we have for women the easier it will be to close the digital gap.”
Protecting young women and children online There is a growing need to protect women and children in
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the online space, she says.
Deputy Minister Mkhize stresses that education and skills development are crucial for the development of women. “An empowered woman can make choices about where she wants to be her life. Being empowered brings real freedom to women and ensures gender equality,” she adds.
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Writer: Ongezwa Manyathi
Dr Mtshali-Hadebe
takes centre stage W hile managing a public hospital may seem daunt-
company and then I did medical advisory, which was close
ing for some, for Dr Nokwethemba Mtshali-Hadebe
enough to medicine because I still dealt with the manage-
working in the public service is a calling.
ment of the patient, but from the funder side,” says the MBA
At just 31 years of age, she has made history by becoming the
youngest hospital chief executive officer (CEO) in the country. As CEO of Bertha Gxowa Hospital, situated east of
graduate.
She left that position and worked as a clinical manager at the Far East Rand Hospital in 2011.
Johannesburg, she is the accounting officer and is responsible
Mtshali-Hadebe's exposure to the public and private sec-
for the general management of the hospital. She also has big
tor prepared her for her current role of managing over 700
plans to turn the hospital into one of best health institutions
staff members. It also exposed her to the two very different
in the country.
worlds of private and public healthcare.
Childhood dreams become reality
“For instance, in the private sector, there is an abundance of resources – many of which are lacking in the public sector.”
Growing up in Mhlabathini, and later Empangeni, in KwaZulu-
Mtshali-Hadebe says although she enjoyed working in
Natal, Mtshali-Hadebe was always concerned about the wellbe-
the private sector, she felt she could contribute more in the
ing of others and made it known at an early age that she would
public sector.
be a doctor one day. “The funny thing is that when I was growing up I was scared of blood,” she says. It’s ironic that she now works in an environment where the
“I felt like I was in the land of plenty and that I was not where I was really needed as a professional, where my skills and resources were required.”
sight of blood is normal. Perhaps it was her volunteer work that
Returning to public service
got her used to the sight of blood, and confirmed that she was
With more than half of South Africans relying on public
destined for the health industry.
healthcare, there is a lot of pressure on health profession-
“I used to volunteer at a hospital when I was in high school, just to see how things are done in a hospital and help where I can. I just wanted to help people.” For her, becoming a doctor was the ultimate way to serve and take care of others.
Working her way up
als daily. Although this is a harsh reality to face for many young health professionals, Mtshali-Hadebe couldn’t look the other way and decided to return to public service to be part of the solution. At the time, government was on the verge of introducing pilot sites for the National Health Insurance (NHI).
After matriculating, she enrolled for a Bachelor’s degree in Medi-
“I hoped that I would be stationed at a hospital that was a
cine and later a Bachelor of Surgery degree at the University of
NHI pilot site because there was already so much talk about
KwaZulu-Natal. Her studies were followed by a two-year intern-
the NHI, both in the private and public sector, however this
ship at Helen Joseph in Johannesburg and community service
did not happen.”
in Mpumalanga. She also completed emergency short courses during this time and started working her way up in the health industry. “After working as a doctor, I worked for a health solutions
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But she still wanted to ensure that the hospital that she was placed at met the requirements of the NHI. “Here at Bertha Gxowa, even though we are not a pilot hospital, we are already looking at how we can improve and
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also better prepare for the NHI. We have already reduced waiting times by more than 60 percent.
Bringing positive change Although Mtshali-Hadebe has been in the position for a year and a half, initially in an acting capacity and then appointed permanently in May this year, she is already making strides. “Three months into my job as acting CEO I noticed that there was some resistance and unspoken issues that were getting in the way of people doing what they were supposed to.” She realised that although people were working in a modern facility – that hardly lacks resources – the service offered to patients did not match the facility. “I felt that we were missing the people component. We had not taken the people along with us in terms of what we were trying to achieve at the hospital.” Mtshali-Hadebe and her team embarked on staff engagement sessions to try and get to the bottom of why these challenges existed. Based on the outcomes of the sessions, she introduced initiatives to motivate staff and ensure that patients had access to quality care. She introduced weekly executive committee walkabouts so that hospital management could be visible to staff. “What the walkabouts did (and are doing) is ensure that we are visible and that we are achieving something because we also use the time to check whether we are complying with National Core Standards.” As a way of rewarding excellence and acknowledging staff, Mtshali-Hadebe and her team also introduced monthly merit awards. “People are rewarded based on how they do their work, and how they relate to patients and other team members,” she explains. As a working parent, Mtshali-Hadebe understands the challenges that come with this role. To ease pressure off staff, in April this year the hospital opened a crèche that is manned by professionally trained teachers. “It’s a crèche and an aftercare service for the children of all staff members and is being run in partnership with my son’s school.” On the technical side, the hospital is also making good progress, having secured the services of specialists to strengthen clinical processes and decrease the child mortality rate. The hospital also has a gynaecology out-patient department, an emergency medicine specialist to improve patient management and do clinical audits, and is working on increasing the 292 usable beds in the hospital. >>
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PROFILES IN LEADERSHIP
Overcoming challenges
Building a legacy
Mtshali-Hadebe says being young, black and female in
She is also set on leaving a positive legacy at the hospital.
a top position does come with its challenges but these
“The legacy I want to leave behind at Bertha Gxowa hospital is that anything is possible, because I feel people need
motivate her. “The reality is that I am a female, black and young, but
hope. Not just hope, but also understanding the vision and the bigger picture of why they are employed at the hospital.”
how do I use this to my advantage?” The other challenge of being a young manager is managing people who are the same age as your parents. “I have to balance professional distance and not offending
Mtshali-Hadebe adds that she constantly encourages staff to be dedicated to their work and to always focus on the patient.
people. Culturally, we are raised to give elders respect and
“I want people to understand that working in the hospital
I am conscious and aware of this but in the work environ-
is not just about getting a salary but about service and tak-
ment, I am senior because of my role.”
ing care of patients who rely solely on us.”
She says being female allows her to be emotionally aware. “I use the tenacity that I have as a woman and I tap into the emotional side to make sound decisions.” Mtshali-Hadebe adds that part of being a good manager is to be accessible to people and have a genuine interest in them.
Mtshali-Hadebe says is inspired by ordinary South Africans who are doing great things. “When people have found their true passion and calling – in any sector – they become great.” She says parents should not be fixated on crafting their children’s destiny but rather allow them to follow their pas-
“I’ve made it my priority to know a little bit about my managers – especially the things that matter to them.”
sion to do what makes them come alive. “We need to teach the young ones to follow their hearts and follow the things that matter to them. Young people
Women empowerment
must know that they can be anything that they want to
She says it’s time for women to take charge and take centre
be. If they know this, then we will have a great nation.”
stage. “I think that women need to take the stance that says we are not going to wait for things to be handed to us. We mustn’t wait for people to recognise us; we need to take more of a centre stage role.” Mtshali-Hadebe is passionate about youth empowerment and gender violence and plans to be part of initiatives that come up with solutions for both of these issues. “When it comes to gender violence, in particular, we need to focus more on breaking the cycle of the issues of today.”
This and that
What is the one thing that people don't know about you?
I am a huge Tupac fan and I have been for a long time. What do you do to unwind?
Spending time with Hlubi, my three-year-old son, helps me to unwind. What is your favourite music? I love all kinds of music.
What is your favourite food?
All food is my favourite! I love food and love sharing it.
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Principal receives international leadership award in Texas, USA The Principal of Motheo Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) College, Mrs Dipiloane Phutsisi, continues to make waves with the International Exemplary Award that was bestowed upon her recently. She was awarded the Chair Academy’s 2016 Idahlynn Karre International Exemplary Leadership Award, for advancing academic and administrative leadership at Motheo TVET College. The award ceremony was held in Texas in the United States of America. Mr Andrew Senoko, the Senior Manager of Corporate and Strategic Support Services and the secretariat for the College Council said this is not the first award the College has received. Two PMR awards were also bestowed upon the College. In 2014 the College scooped up the Diamond Arrow and the PMR Platinum Award for best educational institution in Free State for 2015. Extra-mural programmes are supported by the principal and her team; with their support the College choir won first prize in the LEGMA & SATICA choral competitions and was top five in the National Choral Festival (NCF). The College had students representing the province in the 2015 athletics held in Pretoria and has a soccer team playing in the SAB League. Under the leadership of Ms Phutsisi, the College is making a giant leap and the progress is evident. Mr Thami Madalane, the Senior Manager of Academic Affairs, said that the College has managed to achieve a retention rate of 90% and has also increased the pass rate. Its certification rate has improved from 6% in 2012 to 53% in 2015. “The implementation of 80% class attendance for both lecturers and students as well as the issuing of textbooks during registration are just some of the strategies that led to these improvements,” said Mr Madalane. The College also attained international accreditation from the Association of Accounting Technicians (SA) in 2015 to offer AAT Level 2-5. This implies that Motheo TVET College will be the first TVET college in the country to offer a degree programme. The College has promoted 27 staff members, academic staff and support staff and absorbed four accounting technicians. The culture of accountability and strong work ethic enhanced among staff by the Principal contributed to the achievements of the College. Renovations have taken place at different campuses. On Friday 15 April 2016 the new building that had been procured for the Zastron satellite campus was officially handed over to the Council and Executive Management of the College. The satellite had been operating from a copy shop for many years. In addition, the Botshabelo satellite had been dilapidated but has now been renovated and is due to obtain full campus status. The College is continuing to make sure that the environment is conducive for learning and a friendly environment is created for students. The free WIFI hotspots across all campuses and increased bandwidth assists students with Internet access while at campus in order to conduct their research, access eBooks and other resources available to help them with their studies. Motheo is the first TVET college to offer free WIFI to students.
The Director for the Chair Academy: Ms Rose Marie Sloan, Motheo TVET College Principal: Mrs Dipiloane Phutsisi and the Executive Director of the Chair Academy: Mr Richard Strand during the award ceremony.
Mr Mphela Kgasago, the Senior Manager of Occupational Programmes, Partnerships, Quality and Risk Management said the College established partnerships with nine SETAs to help advance youth in the province through learnerships. These partnerships between the College and SETAs also see students being placed for practical experience with different organisations. “An artisan development academy is currently being developed and it will not only help students from the province but from all over South Africa to gain artisanship training and support national government’s mandate to produce more artisans”. As well as SETAs there are other partnerships which, among others, include the British CouncilUK, West Lothian College in Scotland, College Quent in Wales and NorthLink TVET in Western Cape. In its endeavors to support the youth, the college is establishing a SEDA Incubator Project worth R4-million; this project will help youth in their entrepreneurial skills and help them become economically active. With only some of the notable achievements listed here it is clear that Motheo TVET College, and its deserving principal, Ms Phutsisi as its leader, have rightfully earned the Chair Academy’s 2016 Idahlynn Karre Exemplary International Leadership Award.
Contact details: Central Office Tel: (051) 406 9300 • Fax: (051) 4069340 • Email: marketing@motheotvet.co.za • Website: www. motheotvet.co.za • Facebook: Motheo TVET College • Twitter: Motheo TVET College • Instagram: Motheo TVET College
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provincial focus
Ensuring safety in Gauteng P artnerships – that’s what Gauteng MEC for Com-
munity Safety Sizakele Nkosi Malobane keeps coming back to as she talks about safety and security
in the province.
Whether it’s reducing levels of crime, addressing the needs of communities or fighting substance abuse, MEC Malobane believes government partnering with stakeholders is the key.
The MEC points out that most of the killings happen
between people who are known to each other. “We have started the process of developing a plan with
all the law enforcement agencies that will deal with murder in our province. “We’ve also invited other role players to assist in making sure that we deal with situations where family issues
“For the levels of crime to decrease all interested parties
lead to murders. We have also brought in the Department
should work together to find ways to deal with crime in
of Economic Development because some of the killings
the province,” she stresses.
happen in places where people are fighting for economic
Of particular concern to her is the number of murders that take place in the province. According to the crime stats released in September last
reasons, for example illegal mining,” she adds.
A focus on the youth
year, between April 2014 and March 2015, over 3 600
MEC Malobane says her department is also working hard
people were killed in the province, up by more than 300
to ensure that young people who have found themselves
murders from the previous year.
trapped in a life of crime have the prospect of a better
“This is a serious concern for us, we can’t be a province
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that is known for murdering each other,” she cautions.
future.
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Recently, the department held dialogues with young people who are currently in prison. “The purpose of these dialogues was to ensure that the programmes run by Correctional Services are effective so that when these young people come out of prison, they have learnt something and don’t end up back in prison".
Partnering with communities MEC Malobane is quick to emphasise the important role Community Policing Forums (CPFs) play in the fight against crime. “They act as a link between the community they represent and the police. They close the gap between police and
She adds that the department is also partnering with aca-
community and come up with programmes that encourage
demia so that young people can participate in programmes
communities to report crimes and also encourage them to
that equip them with skills to better their lives once they are
testify when they have witnessed a crime.”
out of prison. “The reason some of them go back to prison is because when they are released they don’t have jobs and are rejected by the community and potential employers. “When you’ve got a criminal record, no one wants to employ you and as a department we are helping them establish cooperatives.”
Fighting substance abuse
CPFs also assist in playing an oversight role at police stations, which they are currently not doing enough of. “At the moment, I’m not satisfied with the role they are playing but fortunately, we have started to retrain them so that they have focus.” She encourages those who are concerned about the safety of their community to get proactive by becoming active in their CPF.
The abuse of drugs and alcohol also gives MEC Malobane
An interesting and challenging role
sleepless nights.
On a personal note, she acknowledges that being a woman
She says curbing substance abuse is the a priority for her department, adding that the increase in the use of the nyaope is particularly worrying. “We have youth camps for those that are already hooked on drugs and after the youth camps, we admit them to the various rehabilitation centres. “We also have after-care centres where we try by all means to keep young people busy so that they don’t relapse.” She added that one of the major problems the department is facing is fights over territories.
and MEC of Community Safety is challenging and at the same time interesting. She is particularly aware of the challenges she faces when dealing with flare-ups in the taxi industry, which is mostly male-dominated. “When it comes to command and control, as a woman I need to double my efforts. To make sure that if their [men’s] voices are softer, mine must be strong,” adds the MEC.
Making the most of opportunities
“People fight over turf because they believe that they have
As the country commemorates the contribution by the gal-
a right to sell their drugs in a certain area and no one can
lant women of 1956, MEC Malobane says women must work
operate in that area.”
hard to achieve success.
One of the department’s interventions to deal with drug
“You need to work for those positions of leadership. You
abuse in the province, is the establishment a drug task team.
have the right to occupy them and once you are in that
The purpose of the team is to deal with rogue elements who
position, you also need to make sure that you contribute
are supplying the drugs.
towards the betterment of the people you serve.”
“This team focuses on the producers of the drugs. In the last few months we’ve managed to close over 10 drug factories and arrest about six drug lords.”
She urges young women to make the most of their education. “To those who are still at school, stay in school, get all the
The MEC adds that the department is deliberately targeting
qualifications you can and then use those qualifications to
the producers rather than the consumers of drugs to deal
improve your situation and that of your family. Opportunities
with the problem at the source.
are available, grab them and use them to your advantage.”
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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VITAL STATS
Compiled by: Dorris Simpson
Fast facts at your fingertips Community Survey 2016 results [Part one]
S
•
Enrolment rates among children aged six years have nearly doubled over the same period, from 49.1 percent to 95.7 percent.
tatistics South Africa recently released the Community Survey 2016 results which indicate that between
Access to basic services
2011 and 2016, South Africans benefited from a gen-
•
Access to basic services has generally increased between 2011 and 2016.
eral increase in access to basic services, among others. The Community Survey is a large-scale household sample
•
The number of households with access to piped
survey conducted to bridge the information gap between
water has increased from 13.2 million in 2011 to
two censuses. It is one of the few available data sources
15.2 million in 2016.
that provide statistics at municipal level, and it is aimed
•
The number of households accessing water from
at enhancing planning, monitoring and evaluation at this
taps within their yards has increased significantly
level of government.
from 3.9 million in 2011 to 5.1 million in 2016.
The survey provides data on, among others, population,
•
The number of households accessing water from
health, migration, education and access to basic services.
inside their dwelling has increased from 6.7 mil-
The 2016 survey was conducted between March and April
lion in 2011 to 7.5 million in 2016. Similarly, the
2016 and collected data from 1.3 million households across
number of households with no access to piped
all South African communities.
water has also increased from 1.3 million in 2011 to 1.7 million in 2016.
SA’s population • •
•
The province with the largest proportion of
The results indicate that the population of South Africa has
households with access to piped water is West-
increased from 51.8 million in 2011 to 55.7 million in 2016.
ern Cape (98.9 percent), followed by Gauteng
The majority of the population reside in Gauteng (13.4 mil-
(97.4 percent) and Free State (96.2 percent). The
lion), followed by KwaZulu-Natal (11 million) and Eastern
province with the smallest proportion of house-
Cape (seven million). Northern Cape remains the province
holds with access to piped water is Eastern Cape
with the smallest share of the country’s population with 1.2
(75.1 percent).
million people. • •
The number of households in the country increased from 14.5 million in 2011 to 16.9 million in 2016.
Decline in poverty
The majority of the population (44.9 million) are black Af-
•
ricans, followed by coloureds (4.9 million), whites (4.5 million), and Indians/Asians (1.4 million).
Education •
•
count between 2011 and 2016. •
The lowest poverty headcount was reported in the Western Cape at 2.7 percent, followed by Gauteng (4.6
The results show that enrolment levels have remained con-
percent), Free State (5.5 percent), Northern Cape (6.6
sistently high within the compulsory education age range
percent), KwaZulu-Natal (7.7 percent), North West (8.8
of seven to 15 years.
percent), Limpopo (11.5 percent) and Eastern Cape (12.7
Significant progress has been made in the lower ages (five
percent).
to nine years) with enrolment rates for five year olds hav-
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Most provinces reported a decline in the poverty head-
•
The poverty headcount in Limpopo increased from 10.1
ing quadrupled from 22.5 percent in 1996 to 91 percent in
percent in 2011 and in the Free State it remained at 5.5
2016.
percent.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Compiled by: Sekgabo Kedijang
Women in Science Awards 11 August 2016
Industrial & Commercial Use of Energy Conference 15 – 17 August 2016
The 13th international conference on the Industrial & Commercial Use of Energy offers a forum for professionals, manufacturers, distributors and installers of all energy systems from both the private and public sector, to discuss the latest developments and the effective use of all forms of energy. The event, which is endorsed by Eskom and the City of Cape Town, among others, will look at improving energy efficiency and implementing demand side management. The conference will focus on load management, and it will provide cuttingedge real-world solutions to do more with less energy by reducing energy losses and related costs. Technologies to improve overall performance in industrial plants, business, institutional and government facilities will also be addressed. This year, delegates will share practical experiences from the floor after presentations by experts in the field. The outcome will be innovative solutions, ensuring the wise use of energy, and a sustainable energy future. This year’s conference will be held at the ABSA Auditorium, Cape Peninsula South African Women in Science Awards ( WISA), which is an initiative of the
University of Technology. For more information visit: www.energyuse.org.za
Department of Science and Technology, acknowledge and reward excellence by women scientists and researchers. The awards are part of the department's celebration of Women's Month and will be held on 11 August 2016 under the theme Women’s empowerment and its link to sustainable development, which is the 2016 priority theme for the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. Distinguished women and distinguished young women researcher categories will recognise women for research that responds to the theme within the fields of physical and engineering sciences, and humanities and social sciences. The special category within the theme will award research and innovation leading to demonstrable socio-economic impact and/or the empowerment of women. For more information, contact Thembinkosi Magasela at 012 843 6338 or Thembinkosi.Magasela@dst.gov.za.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
35th International Geological Conference 27 August – 4 September 2016 The Council for Geoscience, together with the Geological Society of South Africa, the Department of Science and Technology and other collaborators from academia and industry will spearhead the 35th International Geological Conference (IGC). This year, the IGC aims to contribute to the advancement of fundamental and applied research in the geological sciences. It will also provide a general assembly of geoscientists, spanning a wide range of geoscience disciplines, where ideas and information can be freely exchanged. The IGC will provide the opportunity, by way of geological excursions, to examine geological problems and features in the field. The core topics for the conference are Geoscience for Society, Fundamental Geoscience and Geoscience in the Economy. Forty-nine themes covering all disciplines in the geosciences will form the basis of the technical programme. The IGC will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 27 August to 4 September 2016 For more information, visit: www.35igc.org
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ADVERTORIAL
WORKING TOWARDS ACCELERATING SERVICE DELIVERY Limpopo remains the heartland of southern Africa and a province of great opportunities. During his State of the Province Address, the Premier of Limpopo, Mr Chupu Mathabatha, made a commitment that the province will accelerate service delivery to its people.
Tzaneen on 23 May 2016. The plant is expected to increase manufacturing capacity in order to address the growing demand for tomato paste in South Africa. The increase in capacity will boost and ensure business opportunities for at least 15 local commercial farmers in the area. Minister of Trade and Industry Rob Davies, echoed the positive contribution the plant will have on job creation and also the support it will bring to small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in the Tzaneen area. Tea Estate
AGRICULTURE DRIVES THE ECONOMY Limpopo’s warm climate is well suited to the production of fruit and vegetables and in recognition of the province’s prime conditions for the growth of quality tomato crops, Dürsots-All Joy, one of South Africa’s tomato paste producers, launched a R100 million tomato processing plant in Modjadjiskloof,
According to the National Development Plan (NDP), by 2030 the agriculture and agro-processing sector should create 1 million jobs nationally and 100 000 jobs provincially. The revitalisation of the agriculture and agro-processing value chain is one of the pillars within the Nine-Point Plan to grow the economy and create employment. Agriculture has been identified as one of the six job drivers in the New Growth Path (NGP) and Agricultural Policy Action Plan (APAP). In the 2015/16 financial year the department
created 3 554 work opportunities using the allocated budget of
20 992 and the number of learners who obtained 50% and
R5 million.
above in mathematics increased from 6 886 to 7 922. In physical sciences the number also increased from 5 977 to 6 795.
Throughout the drought the Department of Agriculture continued to provide irrigation support to farmers and repair damages caused by previous flooding. The repairs on Phetwane and
LONG AND HEALTHY LIFE FOR THE PEOPLE OF LIMPOPO
Mapela irrigation schemes were completed and both schemes are in production. Irrigation infrastructure at Mateotis scheme is
The MEC of the Department of Health, Dr Phophi Ramathuba
also complete and production is underway. The department has
emphasised that the department has developed strategies
set aside R23,5 million to complete infrastructure at Mogalatjane,
that will enable the province to fulfill the vision of a long and
Matsika, Hereford and Krodidilheuwel irrigation schemes.
healthy life for the people of Limpopo. Life expectancy in the province has increased from 53 to 62 years. All efforts are being
The Limpopo Development Plan (LDP) has identified agriculture
directed towards combating HIV/AIDS, decreasing the burden
and agro-processing as one of the key drivers of provincial
of disease from TB, decreasing maternal and child mortality and
economic growth and employment creation. As part of the
strengthening the effectiveness of the health system.
implementation of the Limpopo Agro-processing Development Strategy, a consultative session in the form of a summit on
The province is committed to combatting HIV/AIDS and TB
agro-processing was held in September 2015. The objective
through the implementation and monitoring of the 90-90-90
of the summit was to consult with various stakeholders and
strategy, increasing access to ART and implementing the
major players including farmers, financiers, agro-processors,
National TB management guidelines. In the previous financial
government and other agri-businesses on workable ways and
year 2015/16 the province tested more than 900 000 clients for
means to implement agro-processing. The summit created a
HIV with a focus on Ante Natal Care. This financial year 2016/17
platform for the exchange of knowledge and experience. As
the province is planning to test over 1.4 million clients for HIV
part of the resolutions, a Limpopo Agro-processing Working
including Ante Natal Care.
Committee was formed and will function as a centre to provide strategic advice to government on the implementation of the
More than 48 000 Grade 4 and 9 year-old girls have been
agro-processing strategy.
vaccinated against the Human Papilloma Virus which can lead to cervical cancer. For the financial year 2016/17 the province has
EDUCATION IS AT THE HEART OF GOVERNMENT’S AGENDA
a target to vaccinate 52 352 girls, through the R23 million grant from the National Department of Health. The province has awarded 110 bursaries to students to study medicine in Cuba and also welcomed 21 newly qualified Cuban trained medical doctors who graduated in 2015. In partnership with Merck Pharmaceuticals the province will be sending three medical doctors to Lisbon, Portugal to study a course in diabetes and thyroid diseases.
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS Jolongo School
MEC for the Department of Co-operative Governance, Human
During the announcement of the matric results in January 2016,
Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Ms Makoma Makhurupetje
the Premier said that the province would not be revising its target
said that the province is proud to join the rest of South Africa in
of an 80% matric pass rate and called on the Department of
celebrating the delivery of 4,3 million houses built countrywide
Education to invest more resources into teachers’ development.
which are continuing to benefit over 16 million people.
The Limpopo Province has not yet improved on its 2014 performance of 72.9%. In 2015 the matric results declined by 7% as a result of the high cognitive level of the question papers which some learners could not fully comprehend. A record number of 101 575 candidates who wrote matric examination worked hard to increase the number of passes from 16 325 to
“As Limpopo, we have built and handed over 310 016 units which benefited millions of people since 1994 and it is a good story to tell indeed.”
The current situation in the province shows that 86% of the population has access to water, 88% access electricity, 38% access to sanitation and 22% access waste removal. The Limpopo Development Plan challenges the province to achieve 90% access to water; 50% access to sanitation; 90% access to electricity; and at least 50% access to refuse removal by 2020. In accelerating electricity provision in the province and addressing the 13% backlog, Eskom and municipalities in the province have delivered 56 167 units in the 2015/16 financial year. For the 2016/17 financial year, Eskom alone is geared to deliver 33 078 units of electricity.
GROWING TOURISM In positioning the province as a preferred ecotourism destination, the Department of Limpopo Economic Development, Environment and Tourism focused on various tourism programmes, including the development of tourism products and services. The Infrastructure Programme is aimed at developing and upgrading tourist facilities and support infrastructure in nature reserves. The province continues with tourism transformation programmes to benefit young entrepreneurs in terms of training and capacity building initiatives. Various skills development programmes are expanded to enhance the participation of PDIs, youth and SMMEs in the tourism sector. This financial year 2016/17 the province will establish and launch a Limpopo Tourism Forum to enhance integrated planning and marketing within the different spheres of government. The department will be supporting 59 tourism SMMEs with funding and marketing at various local and international marketing platforms throughout 2016. The MEC Seaparo Sekoati said that although the province experienced a steady increase in tourist numbers over the last few years, marketing and branding Limpopo as a tourist destination still requires a lot of attention. The department, in partnership with the Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA), will strengthen its marketing campaigns. Participation in the annual Tourism Indaba will continue to receive greater attention, as well as support to local events such as the Annual Marula, Mapungubwe and the Oppikoppi Festivals.
Contact Details Mr Phuti Seloba Government Spokesperson 015 287 6060 segooar@premier.limpopo.gov.za
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Compiled by: Dorris Simpson
SA’s HIV and AIDS fight gets a boost The US government, through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), has approved 2016 Country Operational Plan (COP16) programming and funding of $410 million (R5.7 billion) towards the goal of achieving an AIDS-free generation for South Africa. COP16 will continue the work of COP15 and be implemented from October 2016 to September 2017. In addition to COP16, PEPFAR’s investments in South Africa over this period will include $24 million (R336 million) for expansion in voluntary medical male circumcision activities and DREAMS funding of $33 million (R462 million). The DREAMS (Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-free, Mentored, and Safe) programme aims to reduce new HIV infections in adolescent girls and young women, and is a component of the recently launched National Young Girls and Women’s Campaign to reduce HIV infection, pregnancies, and gender-based violence. South Africa has the world’s largest number of people living with HIV (6.8 million), and is on the front line of efforts to address the epidemic. The additional investment approved in COP16 serves to reinforce the ongoing partnership between the US and South African governments, which has spanned more than a decade and achieved significant results in the national HIV and AIDS response. COP16 was approved by the US government after extensive input and review by representatives from PEPFAR, the South African government, civil society, and other external partners.
SASSA celebrates 10 years
of Social Development and was estab-
2016 marks 10 years since the South
lished in terms of the Social Assistance
African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Act 13 of 2004 to provide comprehensive
opened its doors as a government insti-
social security services to eligible poor
tution to administer and distribute so-
and vulnerable South African citizens.
cial grants. Social Development Minister
Since it started operating, the entity
Bathabile Dlamini recently launched a
has played an important role in break-
campaign to mark the celebration of this
ing the cycle of poverty through provi-
milestone with the community of Zwide
sion of Social Relief of Distress such as
in Port Elizabeth.
school uniforms to children from poor
When SASSA opened its doors on 1 April 2016, 10 million grants were
The 10-year celebrations serve as an
paid every month. The number has
opportunity for the Department of So-
since grown to 17 million grants with a
cial Development and SASSA to assess
monthly investment of R10 billion.
progress made and to chart a way for-
SASSA is an agency of the Department
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households.
ward for a new payment system.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
2017 National Orders nominations open
unity, reconciliation and nation build-
nises South African citizens who
President Jacob Zuma has invited
ing.
have contributed to the struggle
The ceremony contributes towards
•
The Order of Luthuli that recog-
members of the public to nominate
There are six orders that are be-
for democracy, nation-building,
people they believe deserve to re-
stowed to deserving recipients. These
building democracy and human
ceive the country’s highest honours,
are:
rights, justice and peace as well as
the National Orders.
•
The Order of Mendi for Bravery
for the resolution of conflict.
The President is the Grand Patron of
that recognises South African citi-
the National Orders.
zens who have performed acts of
recognises South Africans who
The next National Orders awards in-
bravery.
have excelled and attained ex-
The Order of Ikhamanga that
ceptional achievement to the
in April 2017, and will honour South
recognises South African citizens
benefit of South Africa and be-
Africans and eminent foreign na-
who have excelled in the fields
yond.
tionals who have contributed to the
of arts, culture, literature, music,
achievement of a free, united, non-
journalism and sport.
OR Tambo that recognises emi-
vestiture ceremony will take place
•
•
•
The Order of Mapungubwe that
The Order of the Companions of
The Order of the Baobab that
nent foreign nationals for friend-
prosperous South Africa in various
recognises South African citizens
ship shown to South Africa.
ways. Citizens who have sacrificed
who have contributed to com-
Nomination forms are available on
life and limb to save others and those
munity service, business and
The Presidency website. The deadline
who have excelled in various fields
economy, science, medicine and
for the 2017 nomination is 31 August
will also be honoured.
technological innovation.
2016.
racial, democratic, non-sexist and
•
Sugar tax policy out for public comment
“Obesity is a global epidemic and a major risk factor for the
National Treasury has published a policy paper and propos-
growing burden of NCDs, including heart diseases, diabetes
als on the taxation of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs)
and some cancers. The problem of obesity has grown over
for public comment.
the past 30 years in South Africa, resulting in the country
The Minister of Finance announced in his February 2016 Budget a proposal to introduce a tax on SSBs with effect from 1 April 2017 to help reduce excessive sugar intake.
being ranked the most obese country in sub-Saharan Africa,” added National Treasury. Fiscal interventions such as taxes are increasingly rec-
“This follows on work initiated by the Department of
ognised as effective complementary tools to help tackle
Health. The Department of Health developed a Strategic
the problem of negative factors associated with pollution,
Plan for the Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable
smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and also the obe-
Diseases (NCDs) 2013 – 2017, and a National Strategy for
sity epidemic at a population level.
the Prevention and Control of Obesity 2015 – 2020.
Countries such as Finland, France, Hungary, Ireland, Mex-
“These strategies set an ambitious target of reducing obe-
ico, Mauritius and Norway have all levied taxes on SSBs.
sity prevalence by 10 percent by 2020. This strategy has
Countries such the United Kingdom, Thailand and Australia
identified a number of measures to address NCDs, and more
have recently announced their intention to introduce such
especially unhealthy diets. Among these measures, taxes on
taxes as part of a package of measures to help deal with
foods high in sugar are potentially a very cost-effective strat-
the excessive intake of added sugars.
egy to address diet-related diseases,” said National Treasury.
The document is available on www.treasury.gov.za. Writ-
The proposed tax comes against the backdrop of growing
ten comments can be sent to Mpho Legote at Mpho.
global concern regarding obesity stemming from overcon-
Legote@treasury.gov.za until end of business on 22
sumption of sugar.
August 2016.
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International relations
Writers: More Matshediso and Bathandwa Mbola
Cementing SA’s ties with France and India
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outh Africa’s relations with France and India received
Building on existing relations with India
a boost recently, when President Jacob Zuma met his
President Zuma said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s
counterparts from these countries to discuss areas of
official visit to South Africa enabled the two countries to
cooperation. On a recent state visit to France, President Zuma held talks with French President François Hollande, during which the two leaders reaffirmed the need to enhance the strategic partnership encompassing political, economic, social and defence matters between the two countries. Agreements were signed during the visit to deepen coop-
build on their existing trade, investment and commercial relations. President Zuma added that South Africa was looking to increase and diversify its exports to India. “We have identified new areas for market access including the defence, deep mining, renewable energy and health sectors.
eration between the two countries in the fields of energy,
“Future sectors identified for possible cooperation include
agriculture, higher education and training, as well as arts
agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, mining, water and waste
and culture.
management, retail, financing and infrastructure develop-
Trade relations The two sides also signed the renewed Partnership Frame-
ment,” he said. President Zuma added that South Africa highly valued its cooperation with India in the field of skills development.
work Document on development cooperation for the period
“A number of our youth study in India. We are keen to
2016-2019, which makes provision for collaboration in the
explore further training opportunities in India as part of
promotion of national priorities.
youth empowerment and development.
Underscoring the importance of boosting trade relations
“We have agreed to expand and improve people-to-people
and economic cooperation, President Zuma also met French
contact through promoting tourism between the two coun-
CEOs and addressed the South Africa-France Business Fo-
tries,” he said.
rum. In the meeting, President Zuma impressed upon the pri-
Ocean economy
vate sector to explore investment opportunities in South
India and South Africa, President Zuma said, play an instru-
Africa.
mental role in shaping the Indian Ocean Rim Association
Two-way trade currently stands at R33 billion in favour of
into a vibrant organisation.
France. There are about 350 French companies doing busi-
“We have identified the ocean economy as a major driver
ness in the country, while only 30 South African businesses
for sustainable economic growth and employment genera-
are operating in France.
tion under South Africa’s Operation Phakisa: Ocean Economy
Commemoration of the Battle of Delville Wood
initiative,” he said. South Africa estimates that its oceans will contribute more
The President also officiated at the centenary commemo-
than R20 billion to the gross domestic product by 2019. This
ration of the Battle of Delville Wood in Somme, France, a
is expected to increase to R177 billion by 2033, with just over
ceremony that ended 100 years of the marginalisation of
one million jobs created.
black soldiers who died in the First World War. Government has built a memorial in France that recognises all soldiers
Nurturing strong ties
regardless of race.
Prime Minister Modi said India and South Africa have
While in France, President Zuma also received the digitised Rivonia Trial dictabelts. The deteriorating audio recordings of the 1963-1964 court case were restored by France’s National Audiovisual Institute.
through centuries nurtured strong people-to-people ties. “We stood together in our common fight against racial segregation and colonialism,” he said, paying homage to Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Ghandi.
President Zuma thanked France for safeguarding “an inval-
“It was in South Africa that Mahatma Ghandi found his
uable part of South Africa's history for generations to come”.
true calling. He belongs as much to India as to South >>
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International relations
Africa,” said Prime Minister Modi.
ing between Hindustan Zinc (HZL) and South African com-
The Prime Minister said that in the joint discussions with
pany Fermel. The MoU is for the supply and maintenance of
President Zuma, they reviewed the full spectrum of their en-
underground mining equipment to improve safety, efficiency
gagement.
and productivity in the modern, mechanised underground
He noted that Indian companies held strong business interests in South Africa.
mines of HZL. Fermel, in turn, will also develop local skills for the maintenance of mining equipment.
Prime Minister Modi added that India had interest in enhanc-
A health insurance agreement was also signed between
ing investment in mining and minerals and pharmaceuticals,
South African company MMI Holdings and Aditya Birla Nuvo
among other sectors, in South Africa.
Limited Group. The companies have a joint agreement in
“India is also ready to share its experiences and capacities
the health insurance sector of India - an agreement that was
for development of small and medium businesses in South
signed in June 2015. However, the current MoU operation-
Africa,” said Prime Minister Modi.
alises the agreement.
He said the two countries could also partner in the field of defence and security.
Business pacts
A MoU was also signed between SAAB Grintek Defence and India’s Tata Power for the production of Land Electronic Defence Systems, while a MoU was signed between India’s CIPLA and the Dube Tradeport Corporation in Durban. This
South African and Indian businesses also signed several
agreement is for the setting up of a bio-similar plant. The
memoranda of understanding (MoU) to bolster cooperation
medication produced will be used for the treatment of cancer
between the two countries.
and respiratory diseases. It will also cater for the South African
At a Chief Executive Officers’ Forum held in Pretoria, it was announced that several agreements have been signed, includ-
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market as well as for export. Investment in the state-of-the-art biotech facility is around R1.3 billion.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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Writer: Chris Bathembu
SA shines
at AIDS 2016 W hen the largest conference on any global health
Throughout the recent week-long conference, the debate
and development issue in the world took place
at various sessions at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention
in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, recently, talk inevita-
Centre were dominated by one issue - finding an effective
bly turned to a possible vaccine that would eventually lead to the end of HIV and AIDS.
preventative vaccine for HIV. United Nation’s Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon’s message
With more than 18 000 global leaders, scientists, advocates,
to the delegates was clear - find money to finance research
and frontline health workers at the 21st International AIDS
and development and help the world find a vaccine for HIV
Conference (AIDS 2016), talk also turned to progress being
so the goal of ending AIDS by 2030 is achieved. And that is
made in the fight and against HIV and AIDS.
exactly what South Africa is doing.
On both these issues, South Africa, who first hosted the conference 16 years ago, featured prominently.
Finding an effective vaccine
Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa, who also heads government’s HIV and AIDS response programmes, told delegates that the South African government was prepared to increase its funding for research and development in HIV.
While the biggest struggle during the conference in 2000
The Deputy President said the investment in HIV and AIDS
was access to treatment, the battle in 2016 and going
research will happen notwithstanding the current financial
forward should be finding a vaccine that would eventually
difficulties. This was based on the understanding that any
lead to an end to the disease, organisers said.
breakthrough in HIV would save the country billions in the long run, money that government is spending by putting people on treatment every day. It was also announced that South Africa will be leading a groundbreaking Antibody Mediated Prevention (AMP) study soon. This is the biggest vaccine trial in seven years.
The AMP study The study is a new idea for HIV prevention that is related to what has been done in HIV vaccine research. In traditional HIV vaccine studies, people get a vaccine and researchers wait to see if their bodies will make antibodies against HIV in response. In the AMP study, however, researchers give people the antibodies directly. For this particular study, South Africa is one of the trial sites and there are already patients who are in the trial in the country who are getting antibodies which are being infused into their blood to prevent HIV.
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“This is a cutting-edge science,” said South African National AIDS Council CEO, Dr Fareed Abdullah. “There is a lot of hope and expectation that these sort of trials are key to the scientific step forward,” he added. If the trials succeed, this would put South Africa on the world map in terms of finding solutions to the HIV problem. Even Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi is excited about the developments. “We know that for both TB and HIV and AIDS we need a
The joint campaign driven by the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) and the Department of Health, held between April 2010 and June 2011, is considered by experts as the most successful HIV response in the whole of the Southern African region to date. By December 2010, 4.6 million South Africans had been tested. The HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT) campaign set a target of testing 15 million sexually active South Africans from age 15 and older in all nine provinces.
vaccine urgently. If we can’t get a vaccine, we won’t break the
The campaign is significant because firstly, the test gave gov-
back of these diseases. A vaccine for both HIV and AIDS will
ernment an idea of the number of people who needed to be
be a huge game changer,” he said in an interview with PSM.
put on treatment. Secondly, the massive amount of people who came out to
SA’s unique response to the virus
test laid to rest the decades long stigma surrounding HIV. Peo-
South Africa used the gathering to demonstrate its unique
ple were suddenly at ease when they saw their friends and
capabilities in the fight against the HIV and AIDS pandemic.
neighbours testing.
The UN Secretary-General described South Africa’s response to the virus as a model for the continent. The country has come a long way in its fight against HIV and AIDS since the last time it hosted the conference.
Thanks to this bold campaign, South Africa has turned the corner in its fight against HIV. South Africans also owe this turnaround to the decision by the Department of Health to make all public health facilities available to every person who needed
Today, less South Africans are dying from AIDS thanks to ac-
HCT. South Africa today has the largest antiretroviral treatment
cess to treatment and prevention campaigns. President Jacob
programme globally and its efforts have been largely financed
Zuma’s 2009 World AIDS Day speech marked the beginning of
from own domestic resources.
a firm commitment by government to the fight against AIDS.
HIV Counselling and Testing
Protecting babies The Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) pro-
The country’s positive turnaround was driven largely by a
gramme, a treatment that saves unborn babies from contract-
massive campaign to get South Africans to test for HIV,
ing HIV, has also achieved much success.
announced by President Zuma. That was the beginning of a policy shift.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
HIV prevalence among newborn babies fell from 8.5 percent in 2008 to below 2.4 percent in 2015. As a result, more than
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100 000 babies were protected from HIV infection. In 2005, slightly fewer than 50 percent of all pregnant wom-
and younger men in the same age group, contributing over 30 percent towards new infections.
en were routinely tested for HIV infection. By 2009, this had
SANAC said in 2012, for example, HIV prevalence among
changed. Testing became universal and the maternal treat-
males was 2.9 percent and nearly four times higher among
ment regimen used for PMTCT programme has also changed
females at 11.4 percent.
over the past 10 years, from single-dose Nevirapine to either
Government hopes that a new campaign named ‘She Con-
dual therapy with Nevirapine and Azidothymidine from the
quers’ will raise awareness levels among girls and may teach
14th week of pregnancy onward or highly-active antiretroviral
them about the importance of insisting on or negotiating
therapy.
protected sex.
In line with changes in policy, Minister Motsoaledi, says continuous efforts were also being made to improve the quality
MomConnect programme
of the programme.
Minister Motsoaledi is also pinning his hope on the number
“Our PMTCT has been one of the most successful pro-
of exciting innovations that government has embarked on
grammes in our administration and we are certainly working
in its AIDS response, particularly the prevention of mother-
on it to ensure that it improves the quality of life for women
to-child infections. One of the flagship programmes which
with HIV and saves the lives of unborn children,” he adds.
the Minister is passionate about is MomConnect, a mobile
Overcoming challenges Despite the remarkable success South Africa has recorded in its response to HIV, challenges remain.
platform which creates awareness among pregnant women about available health services for their infants. MomConnect was first rolled out in KwaZulu-Natal and has a robust presence in the province.
Many of the 2.5 million children currently living with HIV
“Through MomConnect, we have managed to achieve amaz-
have no access to treatment, due in large part to a lack of
ing things. We have connected women from all over and cur-
tailored screening and treatment options.
rently we have more than 800 000 women on the programme
“We want to accelerate our efforts and make sure that moth-
and that is very impressive for us,” adds Minister Motsoaledi.
er-to-child transmission of HIV ceases to exist in our country.
South Africa is also implementing a national action frame-
This has been a marathon and we are saying now the winning
work for PMTCT programme. In addition, there are on-going
post is in sight,” says Minister Motsoaledi.
efforts to increase the ability of local health-care workers to
Young women and girls are also infected at an alarming rate.
collect high-quality data and use this to improve the PMTCT
According to statistics from the SANAC, HIV prevalence
programme.
among girls and young women aged 15 -24 has consistently been found to be many times higher in comparison to boys
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Government has said it is committed to reaching the target of a zero infection rate by 2030.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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year researchers produced almost 100 scientific and popular articles, presented their work at national and international conferences and workshops, and gave just over 60 academic and popular lectures.
The National Museum was founded in 1877, when its collections and displays comprised mainly of rarities from around the world. Since then, the Museum has developed into an institution of international stature, focusing on natural history, cultural history and art. Valuable heritage-based collections have been established which form the basis of research at the Museum. The Museum includes 13 research departments and employs more than 120 people. The National Museum, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, comprises the main building, located near the centre of Bloemfontein, and three satellite museums – Oliewenhuis Art Museum, Freshford House Museum and the First Raadsaal and Wagon Museums. The Florisbad Quaternary Research Station is located 45km north of Bloemfontein and is the site where the 260 000 year-old Florisbad skull, an important link in the history of mankind, was discovered. Research is one of our key functions. Scientists at the Museum, five of whom have a National Research Foundation (NRF) rating, contribute significantly to knowledge production, both locally and internationally. During the past
Oral history investigates and documents intangible heritage. The Museum’s Batho Community History Project is one of its strategic research focuses. The aim is to document the ‘forgotten’ history of Bloemfontein’s oldest existing township. The Museum also initiated the Batho Vegetable Gardens Project through which sustainable food gardening is promoted in Batho. Oliewenhuis Art Museum is committed to developing a representative collection of South African art. Artworks in various media by artists such as Gladys Mgudlandlu, Pauline Gutter, Julian Motau, Samson Mnisi, Mhlantla Xaba and Mbongeni Buthelezi have recently been included in the collection. The Art Museum also assists local woodcarvers by displaying their sculptures, advertising these and facilitating sales thereof. Temporary art exhibitions are regularly hosted. A recent example is Inkunzi Emanxeba: The Legacy Continues…. This exhibition is curated by Lunga Khumalo and includes works by Bongi Bengu, Charles Nkosi, Makgabo Helen Sebedi, Mbongeni Buthelezi, Zamani Makhanya, Zamaxolo
Dunywa, Dario Manjate, Colbert Mashile and Nontsikelelo Veleko. During the past year the National Museum and its satellites attracted more than 206 000 visitors, including a significant percentage of learners, the physically handicapped and the elderly. Educational outreach programmes include curriculum-based lessons and guided tours. The specially equipped Mobile Museum vehicle visits rural communities and schools to make the Museum’s footprint even broader. Through its displays and education programmes the Museum renders a service to the public, engaging them in enjoyable and enlightening experiences and enriching the learning opportunities of all. John Nyaphuli, Specialist Preparator at the Museum, was awarded the 2011 Society of Vertebrate Paleontology Morris F. Skinner Award for outstanding and sustained contributions to scientific knowledge through the making of important collections of fossil vertebrates. Based in the United States, the Society of Vertebrate Palaeontology is palaeontology’s largest international society. John is the second South African to win this award, after the late James Kitching in 2000.
Address: 36 Aliwal Street, Bloemfontein • Phone: 051 447 9609 • www.nasmus.co.za
Writer: Noluthando Mkhize Pictures: Kopano Tlape
Women in finance
Helping government make things happen
S
ilindile Kubheka describes her work as being part of a team that makes government happen.
“We also give the provinces their allocation transfers. This is done every year when the Minister of Finance has given
When one considers that she and her colleagues at Na-
his budget speech. I am part of a team that is responsible
tional Treasury are responsible for, among others, allocating funds
for transferring funds to provinces and municipalities,” she
to government to make service delivery a reality, it is clear that
adds.
her description is no exaggeration. Kubheka, 37, who is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at National Treasury, says she is proud to be part of such a dynamic team.
There is no small change as far as Kubheka’s role is concerned as she deals with huge amounts of money, “most above R100 million on average”.
“Working for National Treasury is wonderful. It is a balanced,
To keep the ball running, she works closely with the vari-
professional, well-structured environment. I am proud to be part
ous Deputy Directors-General and the Director-General
of this dynamic team that allocates funds to the whole of govern-
within National Treasury as part of her day-to-day work.
ment. We make government happen.” She adds that as a CFO there are no average days.
New and exciting opportunities
“It doesn’t stop there; my team works closely with internal departments such as supply chain, finance, payroll and financial controls.”
“Each day comes with new and exciting opportunities, especially
Joining National Treasury
when working for an organisation that services the entire country.
Kubheka joined National Treasury in April 2016, right at
Kubheka explains that National Treasury also runs its own projects separate from government departments.
its peak when government started its new financial year. “When I started my duties I just dove into it. The first
“For example, the Municipal Infrastructure Programme is a Na-
month was hectic. We were preparing financials for the
tional Treasury project. When the project managers who run this
year that had just ended and a new financial year was be-
project need money, they come to me because it is a programme
ginning.”
of National Treasury not municipalities.
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The rush has since slowed, especially “since it is a peculiar
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
time to be in the public sector because of the economic down-
reer for themselves in the financial industry and it is particularly
turn and the limit on funds.
encouraging to see an increase in the number of black female
“There have been budget cuts because we had to fund other
chartered accountants.
projects. We are prioritising our budget. It is not easy because
“The challenge though is that we could still have more
the people that we have not prioritised always complain that
women in strategic positions. We need more women in senior
we have cut their budget.
decision-making positions. We are not there yet but we are on
“We have to think strategically on how do we prioritise. We
a path heading towards the right direction.”
need to ensure the prioritised project is successful as those
She urges young girls to stay in school and take up pure
funds could have been more useful elsewhere if the project
maths, which will open doors for them to enter the world of
fails.”
finance and accounting. “You can own your education. It is yours, no one can take
The state of SA’s finances
it away from you. Staying at school has its rewards. Focus on
Despite the economic downturn, Kubheka is positive that while
what will take you to the future and have a positive mindset.
the road ahead won't be easy, South Africa’s economy can
“You also need maths, it has global appeal and opens the
emerge stronger. “Most people are clouded by the fact that we are in an economic downturn. When I look back at 1998, when I started varsity, we were in an economic downturn even then. “Another thing is that South Africa now plays on a more global
doors of possibilities. If you don’t do maths, you are limiting yourself.” With the country celebrating Women’s Month, Kubheka urged women to make the most of the rights and opportunities they enjoy.
financial stage than we did before. We are more exposed. We are
“As women we are in control of what we say and do. We
in the BRICS grouping as well, which is something we were not
should focus on how we can change the negatives to positives
in before, so whatever impacts China’s economy, for example,
in our work spaces and environment,” she says.
also impacts us.” She adds that the country also has very strong financial regulators such as the Reserve Bank. “Our financial sector is not where one would like it to be because we have to tighten our belt. It will be tough before it gets better. As our Minister says, it won’t be an easy ride but one day we will get better.”
Responsible government spending Kubheka believes that the government is doing a lot to curb the mismanagement of public funds. “For example, the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer and the Auditor-General are there to keep us in check and ensure that we do things according to the laws and regulations.”
This and that
What is your favourite food?
Steam bread, sugar beans and anything with chicken. What do you do for fun?
I enjoy travelling with my family. Some of my favourite places are Jozini Dam and the Drakensberg. How do you relax? I enjoy reading.
She adds there are also a number of non-governmental organisations that keep an eye on how government spends
Kubheka is originally from KwaMashu in Durban.
money.
She studied at the former University of Natal
“This is important because at the end of the day it’s not gov-
where she completed an Honours Degree in Ac-
ernment’s money but taxpayers’ money that helps government
counting. She has worked for companies such
do its work.”
as Ngubani and Partners, Nkonki and Partners,
The role of women
KPMG, Absa, and the Auditor-General of South Africa before joining National Treasury.
Kubheka says that there are a number of women making a ca-
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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WOMEN IN science
Writer: Noluthando Mkhize
The science of success
S
iyasanga Miza loves asking questions and the best part
species early because and it provides the opportunity
of being a scientist is that she doesn’t have to rely on
to come up with effective and practical ways of man-
others to provide the answers.
aging the negative impact that these could have on
Her line of work calls for curiosity and with it comes the
excitement of new discoveries.
Her quest is to keep marine life safe from alien species
Miza, 31, works as a marine alien species researcher for the
and her average day sees her in front of her computer
South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). She is
reading scientific papers which focus on marine alien
responsible for researching marine alien organisms that could
species. In some instances, Miza’s research takes her
pose a danger to humans and animals.
out on the field to collect samples.
Invasive alien species are plants, animals, pathogens and other organisms that are non-native to an ecosystem, and
No ordinary researcher
which may cause economic or environmental harm or affect
She is also part of the technical task team that works
human health, she explains.
to advise on the proclamation of 22 proposed Marine
The research Miza conducts is part of SANBI’s Marine Programme which aims to provide scientific advice on policies related to marine life.
Protected Areas (MPAs) in South Africa’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This is a team of experts in the fields of marine ecol-
“This also forms part of SANBI’s mandate which is to moni-
ogy and social science that has been instrumental in
tor and report on the state of biodiversity in South Africa’s
collating information that has led to the identification
marine territory, coordinate research, provide knowledge and
of these proposed MPAs.
information, give planning and policy advice to government and pilot best practices in its model research.” Miza says it is very important to detect alien and invasive
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the ecosystem.
“The EEZ is part of South Africa’s marine ecosystem that SANBI is mandated to report on as per the Biodiversity Act. My work on marine alien species research
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involves me knowing about the activities that are occurring
the young girls to dream big and aspire to be whatever they
in our EEZ.”
want to be; the path has been carved for them.”
The aim is to create approximately 70 000 km2 of MPAs. Miza
She adds that her organisation is a good example of the
explains that the MPAs were identified through Operation
importance of women in leadership positions, especially since
Phakisa, a presidential project to fast-track the development
SANBI’s CEO is also a female scientist, Dr Tanya Abrahamse.
of South Africa’s ocean economy.
Focus on biodiversity
“For me this is proof enough that women are gaining their respect and recognition. We may not have gained the equality yet but there is hope.
Miza says in South Africa there is extensive focus on biodiver-
“In the words of one of the female scientists I work with, Dr
sity driven nationally by government departments, non-gov-
Phoebe Barnard: ‘Women are the nurturers, the negotiators,
ernmental organisations, academic institutions and societies.
the conflict-resolvers’. We are much more likely to put the good
“There has been major investment in research to understand
of the family or community over our own ego, and we are the
our biodiversity, especially the human-imposed impacts. I be-
primary nesters.”
lieve that this industry is South Africa’s best chance at sustaining its population.” She adds she is proud to work for an organisation with a strong focus on biodiversity.
Life as a female scientist Miza says although she finds her job exciting and enjoys every aspect of it, it does get challenging, especially as a female scientist. “Also, as women we continuously have to prove our worth, especially in the work place to be seen as competent.” To her, being a female scientist means that she has earned the right to stand in front of anyone and express herself through her work. “It also means that I get to ask myself questions and then answer them without being thought of as crazy. I love being a scientist, especially a marine scientist, because of the excitement of discovering new animals and plants and exploring
This and that
What is your favourite food?
My favourite food is grilled veggies and meat. What do you do for fun? I enjoy dancing.
How do you relax?
I listen to music and watch crime series or anything that is on TV. Favourite holiday destination locally and internationally?
Locally it would have to be Cape Town. I would love to visit Miami.
new areas of the ocean.”
Defying the odds Miza says for years women have been behind the scenes and as such they were ignored and disregarded until 9 August 1956, when they took to the streets fighting against discriminatory laws, ready for whatever stood in their way. “This Women’s Month let us not forget that the privileges we indulge in today come from the selfless sacrifices made by women who felt it was time to recognise that we matter too. “It gives me pride to read about the women who are continuously defying the stereotype, especially with regard taking
Siyasanga Miza is originally from Mthatha, Eastern Cape. She is a graduate of the Walter Sisulu University (WSU) with a Bachelor of Science and Honours in Biological Sciences majoring in Zoology. Between 2009 until 2013 she was employed as a life sciences and agricultural science educator. In 2013 she received an internship with the National Research Foundation hosted by SANBI, before joining SANBI’s Marine Programme.
careers that were previously meant for men. I encourage all
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Women in aviation
Writer: Kabelo Ledwaba
Rising above the odds
I
f Nhlupheheng Tsotetsi had the funds to study at university
heard through a friend about an apprenticeship programme
when she wanted to, her life would probably have turned
offered by state-owned Denel Aviation. Her application for an
out very differently and she would have missed out on an
apprenticeship was successful, and the rest is history.
exciting career in aviation.
After two years of study towards an Aircraft Trade Certificate,
“I didn’t see it that way then, but it turned out that not hav-
Tsotetsi graduated in 2002 as a qualified aircraft avionician.
ing money to further my studies at university was the best
According to Denel Technical Academy, aircraft avionician
thing that happened to me, because today I am part of the
training incorporates all three existing aircraft avionic-related
dynamic world of aviation and enjoying every minute of it,”
trades, namely: aircraft electrician, aircraft radiotrician and air-
says the 39-year-old, who is an airworthiness safety inspector
craft instrument mechanic.
at the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA).
Trainees are exposed to all three avionic trade fundamentals
Tsotetsi grew up in Daveyton, a township in Gauteng’s
and on qualification they are ready for minor maintenance,
Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, and after matric, she
installations and repairs of the modern-day avionic aircraft,
wanted to study for a BSc in Microbiology and Biotechnology
critical for quick turnaround in aviation.
at the University of Witwatersrand. However, due to financial difficulties, she could not do so.
Making the most of opportunities
Tsotetsi kick-started her career in aviation as an apprentice with Denel Aviation. She later worked for the same company as an aircraft maintenance engineer, carrying out minor and major aircraft maintenance, embodiment of aircraft modifi-
Instead of wallowing in self-pity, Tsotetsi directed her energy
cation as well as assisting with operational and evaluation
towards securing employment or alternative training oppor-
flight testing.
tunities. She eventually enrolled at Ekurhuleni East College where she graduated with a National Diploma in Electrical
Navigating the path to success
Engineering. After graduating, her attempts to secure employ-
In 2004 she joined the SACAA Aircraft Certification depart-
ment were unsuccessful. Her breakthrough came when she
ment. As an airworthiness safety inspector focused on
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manufacturing of aeronautical products, Tsotetsi and her team
a career in aviation; adding that there are about 40 different
are responsible for the administration and enforcement of
career fields in aviation.
civil aviation safety regulations and standards related to the
“As much as there are women in the aviation industry, their
modification of aircraft as well as the manufacturing of aviation
number compared to those of males is miniscule. The indus-
components and parts. Their duties also include the approval
try is still overwhelmingly dominated by white males. How-
of aviation manufacturing entities, carrying out surveillance
ever, we are seeing gradual change, particularly at the SACAA
and audit activities as well as providing support in new aircraft
where there is almost an equal split between female and male
type certification processes and determining the airworthiness
employees, right from the top to the bottom. Career aware-
of proposed aircraft components.
ness and training initiatives such as those championed by the
“This simply means that if you intend manufacturing new aircraft and/or aircraft components and parts, you have to first comply with certain requirements as outlined in civil aviation regulations.
SACAA are gradually starting to make a difference as well,” she points out. A significant number of career fields in aviation require a natural technical inclination. “Those that are keen on pursuing
“You cannot simply wake up one day and say I am going
careers in aviation should ideally study pure mathematics and
to ‘pimp my aircraft’ with this or that part,” explains Tsotetsi,
science in school. This should be followed by aviation-specific
adding that aviation is a high risk activity with no margin for
training and qualification. To join the SACAA as an aviation
errors.
inspector one is also required to have specialised training cou-
A rapidly evolving industry
pled with the relevant experience.” Tsotetsi’s message to young women interested in aviation
According to Tsotetsi, air travel is a major role-player in modern
is simple. “You must have self-confidence and be prepared to
society and contributes immensely to world economies and
work hard. Keep knocking on as many doors as possible for
societal development.
opportunities such as the internships and bursary programme
“Air travel has compressed the world into a global village, allowing goods and people to be transported from one corner of the world to another in a matter of hours. “Its positive social and economic impact ranges from direct employment through to catalytic enablement of downstream
run by the SACCA. Aim very high; after all, in aviation the sky is not the limit, it is in most cases someone’s office.” Not one to take it easy, Tsotetsi is currently studying towards a B-Tech Degree in Electronic Engineering. She also intends to train as a helicopter pilot in the near future.
economies.” She added that the aviation industry is a rapidly evolving one that is growing in leaps and bounds in the country and continent. “I am fortunate to be part of this dynamic industry and an organisation that is held in high esteem throughout the world,” says Tsotetsi. When asked about her average day, Tsotetsi is quick to dismiss the notion of monotony in aircraft engineering or aviation at large. “While there is a structured way in how the SACAA conducts its business, no two days are ever the same. Aviation is rapidly and consistently evolving. “ There is always someone somewhere thinking of improving aircraft performance. Our team of inspectors are continually reviewing new designs and manufacturing data. Besides this, there are other routine processes involving client liaison
This and that
What is your favourite food?
Freshly cooked maize (mealies). What do you do for fun?
Movies and going out with friends. How do you relax?
Coastal holiday and reading books.
Favourite holiday destination locally and internationally?
At the moment it is Zanzibar. I am also on a mission to explore the African continent and learn more about the motherland and her beauty.
activities, the issuing of approvals as well as compliance audits.”
Careers in aviation
Kabelo Ledwaba, Communications Manager at South
Tsotetsi urges women and young South Africans to consider
African Civil Aviation Authority.
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Women in safety and security
Writer: Albert Pule
Tracking a serial rapist
W
hen Beauty Queen Nchabeleng applied for a job at the South African Police Service (SAPS) it was to get her friend off her back. But after 10 years on the job, she now believes serving and protecting the
people of South Africa is her calling. Constable Nchabeleng says she and three friends applied for the posts, which were advertised in 2004, and two years later she joined the Lebowakgomo Family Violence and Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit.
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“I submitted my application late, actually it was on the clos-
Setting the trap
ing date and I just did it to get my friend off my back. Of the
Nchabeleng decided to set a trap for the rapist. She donned
four of us, I’m the only one who was called for an interview
a school uniform and walked the same route the rapist was
and I’m the only one who works for the SAPS. This is a job
targeting.
that I was given by God.” She says the experience, challenges and the joy of working for the SAPS is second to none and she wouldn’t trade it for anything. “Working for the SAPS has made me street smart. I’m able to work in any environment because with this job you are forced to leave your comfort zone.” Nchabeleng, who grew up in the Ga-Masemola region in Limpopo, says she is happy to be making a difference with her work.
It wasn’t long before a stranger emerged and politely said ke kgopela go botšiša. “I was shaking and very nervous. I remember saying to myself, we are going to have a problem here and prepared myself for any outcome. I turned and reached for my gun which was in my bag, just to make sure it was still there.” As the man came closer, Nchabeleng sized him up. “He wasn’t that big. If he tried something I was going to show him what I was made of. “He came closer and asked what my name was. I gave him
And perhaps the biggest difference she has made in her
the wrong name and I told him that I was going to board
career so far was apprehending a serial rapist who had been
a bus. That’s when he told me that he loved me and I told
terrorising the community of Lebowakgomo, south east of
him that I felt the same.”
Polokwane.
Deciphering dockets Nchabeleng explains that it all started when she was on standby one night and received a docket. It was that of a teenager who had been raped between a set of robots between section F and D in the Fetakgomo area. She studied it and not long after received another docket with many similarities
She made arrangements to meet him in the same area the next day but asked to get a picture of him before she left. “I told him I want to admire him and look at his picture before I sleep at night. I took three photos.” It was those pictures that she took back to some of the victims, who all confirmed that the man Nchabeleng had met was the one who had raped them.
Serial rapist behind bars
After a while, the dockets piled up, and Nchabeleng real-
As arranged, Nchabeleng met the man the following day
ised there was a pattern and that there was a serial rapist
and lured him to a police station under the pretext that she
in the area.
needed to certify some documents and sign an affidavit.
The rapist would approach the girls on their way home from
Once at the police station, she alerted her colleagues who
school with the words ke kgopela go botšiša (May I please
were waiting outside and the man was arrested on the spot.
ask?). He would ask if the girls had seen his cattle or ask for
“He was cursing and insulting me, calling me all sorts of
directions. “After that he would ask where they were going, and then tell them he loves them.
names and telling me that he will get me,” recalls Nchabeleng. William Koketso Muroa was found guilty of multiple counts
“If he proposes and you refuse, that’s when he rapes you.
of rape and is currently serving an 84-year sentence in prison.
Most of the victims refused and he ended up raping them,”
Looking back on how she tracked down Muroa, Ncha-
she explains. There were nine such cases.
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beleng says: “I only now realise the danger I was putting myself in, but if I had to, I would do it all over again.”
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KGOMOTSO MODISE, DEPUTY DIRECTORGENERAL: TRANSPORT
Kgomotso Modise is a focused and dedicated professional with over 18 years’ experience in the transport policy, strategy and economic regulatory environment. Modise holds a Bachelor of Commerce, with majors in Business Management and Industrial Psychology from Unisa, a Master of Business Leadership from the Unisa School of Business Leadership and a
She started her career in 1997 in the Air Transport Regulation Division of the Department of Transport, where she was responsible for providing economic analysis and technical support for the negotiation of bilateral air services agreements on behalf of the government of South Africa with European, Middle Eastern and Asian countries. The bilateral air services agreements regulate the services of airlines between South Africa and its partners. In 2000, she had a short stint of 11 months at the Department of Trade and Industry as a project manager in Logistics Facilitation before returning to the air transport sector in 2001 with Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) as a Manager in Aeropolitical and Regulatory Affairs. She represented ATNS in discussions and working groups with the air transport industry and the DOT for the development of national air transport policy and also represented the company in international forums. She took up an opportunity at Transnet Freight Rail in 2004 where she managed the consolidation of Shosholoza Meyl with SARCC and Metrorail and also developed the strategy for the Branchlines Network of Transnet Freight Rail. Modise represented the company in local and international forums and was also responsible for the development of Transnet Freight Rail’s strategic position with regard to the National Freight Logistics Strategy, National Rail Policy and the possible establishment of the Rail Economic Regulator by the DOT.
In her role at the DPE she is responsible for the oversight and monitoring of SOCs in the transport sector, i.e. Transnet and South African Express Airways. This entails ensuring that the strategies and structures of the SOC are aligned with government’s economic growth objectives, and that the companies remain competitive and financially sustainable and deliver an optimum service to the economy. Modise is also responsible for leading the DPE’s advocacy role in the development of sector policy and economic regulatory frameworks for rail, ports, pipelines and air transport. This includes interaction with the policy departments, economic and safety regulators, the National Treasury, boards, Inter-Ministerial Committees, Parliamentary Committees and Cabinet Clusters. Modise’s plans for the future are to strengthen her skills and knowledge in the economic regulation space and continue contributing to building economic regulation capacity in the transport sector. Her vision is to achieve a fair balance between the interests of government, SOCs, private sector and consumers in the quest to grow the country’s economy. She believes that women in leadership positions should play a guiding and supporting role to elevate the next layer of women leaders in government. Equally so, future women leaders should be open to learning from and supporting their own leaders, so that both can channel energies for growth together.
JACQUELINE MOLISANE, DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
The Strategic Partnerships Unit oversees the design and implementation of strategic capital investment programmes and projects undertaken by SOCs within the DPE portfolio. The investment programmes and projects relate to extraordinary funding initiatives, complex procurements and ongoing supplier and customer relationships involving various stakeholders. In her previous role, Molisane was the Chief Director: Financial Analysis and Transactions in the Energy and Broadband Unit, focusing on providing strategic advice on SOCs’ performance; assessing SOC transactions such as acquisitions, mergers and disposals and securing the necessary funds for SOCs. She performed in-depth financial and commercial analysis on SOCs such as Eskom and Broadband INFRACO, and formed an integral part of the team tasked with securing funding for Eskom from the World Bank and the African Development Bank. Molisane has 10 years of private sector experience in the financial services field, specialising in investment banking. She spent seven years working for local and international investment banks specialising in stock broking, with a particular focus on equities trading and portfolio management. The last three years were spent in honing and broadening her skills base in the private equity and structured finance arena. Molisane was a trustee on the Board of the National Empowerment Fund and the Chairperson of the Board Investment Committee. She was also the Chairperson of the Audit and Risk Committee at the National Empowerment Fund. She currently serves on the Special Economic Zones Advisory Board and holds a BA Honours degree in Economics (Monetary, International and Developmental).
Mbono has extensive experience in leadership and senior management roles in the public sector as well as the private sector. She has served as the BHP Billiton representative on the MEETI Board of Trustees from 2010 to 2012. She also served for seven years as a BHP Billiton representative in the Energy Intensive Users Group, being a member of its Executive Council that drives the positions on matters of energy security of supply, energy efficiency, climate change response and any government policy and regulation matters in various forums.
NONTSIKELELO MBONO, DEPUTY DIRECTORGENERAL: ECONOMIC IMPACT AND POLICY ALIGNMENT
In the DPE, Nontsikelelo Mbono is responsible for ensuring positive interface and effective alignment between the DPE and policy departments; fostering a supportive strategic and operating environment for the SOCs; conducting macro and microeconomic analyses relevant to SOCs; monitoring and measuring the economic impact of SOCs on growth, investment, employment, and industrialisation; as well as overseeing SOCs’ developmental mandate including transformation, skills and youth development, and SOC compliance with environmental policy and legislation. She provides oversight on SOC Property Disposals, while providing support to SOCs to facilitate the successful conclusions of such transactions to release land in a manner that optimally supports objectives of the National Development Plan (NDP).
She led the internal BHP Billiton committees on energy efficiency and climate change in South Africa, facilitating the implementation of the energy efficiency and climate change response programmes in the Group’s operations in South Africa and Mozambique. She also served at the National Business Initiative’s Energy Efficiency Technical Committee from 2006 to 2011; and chaired the EETC’s workgroup focusing on Regulatory Developments and Policy Engagements during the last two-and-a-half years. She also served as a member of the NBI’s Advisory Committee on Climate Change, steering the business sector’s views on climate change response policy. Mbono has 14 years’ experience, having worked for the private sector, public statutory bodies and in government; she has extensive knowledge and experience in energy, telecoms, and mining sectors. With eight years at BHP Billiton in different roles, including sound understanding of the role that infrastructure plays in stimulating economic growth and industrialisation; the critical role of SOCs in supporting the much required growth in export-oriented and labour intensive sectors of the economy; and government’s industrial, social and economic imperatives to support the New Growth Path, the NDP and sustainability goals – she understands extensively the logistical and infrastructural value chain required to support the SEZ. She has done some work on company valuations, economic assessments and financial valuations in various projects that also entailed corporate finance in her commercial roles and business development projects
in BHP Billiton. Mbono is a self-driven and goal-oriented individual who works well within a team environment and thrives under pressure and tight deadlines. She is a great leader and is well respected by her peers in the energy and mining industries.
Mbono understands extensively the logistical and infrastructure value chain required to support the SEZ.
CONTACT DETAILS General Enquiries info@dpe.gov.za Tel: +27(0)12 431 1000 Fax: +2786 501 2624 Physical Address Infotech Building 1090 Arcadia Street Hatfield
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS FEATURE
*Writer: Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa
Public servants:
Engineers of a better society
T
he National Development Plan (NDP) recognises
the disempowered, vulnerable and the needy must
that an effective and capable developmental
be the defining quality of a civil servant.
state is essential if we are to eradicate underde-
One of the challenges that the diagnostic report of
velopment, structural poverty, massive inequality and
the National Planning Commission identified was the
unemployment.
instability in leadership and high turnover of senior
The public service is the most important part of such
and technical staff in the public service. We must do
a state. These are the men and women who not only
more to incentivise senior public servants to focus on
make South Africa work, but are the engineers of a new
building institutions and capacity instead of pursuing
society built on the principles of democracy, human
short-term goals.
dignity and social justice. They are not paper pushers. They must be capable of expanding the frontiers of human fulfilment and
The political-administrative interface Another challenge is the muddling of lines of accountability between political and
improving the quality of life of all our people.
Creating a professional public service The NDP provides principles for developing such a
To achieve an efficient developmental state, we require a visionary, capable and committed leadership as well as effective national development planning.
We must institutionalise a proper, effective and efficient political-administrative inter face.
professional, efficient public
We need
service. These principles de-
to better
rive from, and are embedded in, our Constitution. They
delineate the roles of Ministers
are inspired by the view that the state, its institutions
and heads of department. Disa-
of accountability and its agents are acting on behalf
greements and different roles
of the marginalised and poor.
need not amount to separation of
To achieve an efficient developmental state, we require a visionary, capable and committed leadership as well as effective national development planning. Twenty-two years into democracy, South Africans
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administrative principals.
purpose. It is critical that public servants avoid getting involved in inter-party or intra-party politics. They need to
deserve a more coherent state supported by a quality,
serve all citizens irrespective of political
professional and meritocratic bureaucracy. South Africa
persuasion. Public servants should faith-
cannot afford a public service that is alienated, elitist
fully and enthusiastically implement the
and self-serving. Care, humility and service towards
mandate of the governing party without
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
seeking to advance the partisan interests of that party.
their many other responsibilities, specifically ensuring that
They should be rewarded for their competence, not their
the state machinery effectively implements government
allegiance.
programmes.
As a democratic and accountable state, the interface
There is a need to improve systems and promote greater
between the Executive and Parliament is a critical feature
predictability and efficiency in the interface between Par-
of our work. It is important that this relationship is regular,
liament and the Executive. Parliamentary structures should
dynamic, robust and free of undue tension or conflict.
be alive to the many demands on the time of Ministers and
Parliament has an obligation to moni-
Directors-General. The Executive must work with Parlia-
tor the management of depart-
ment to ensure that the exercise of accountability does not
ments and the use of public
undermine the implementation of the very programmes
funds. As such, Parliament
on which government is supposed to account.
has an important role to
There is also a need to examine the structures of co-
play in making govern-
ordination and accountability within government itself.
ment operations more
There is a sense that too much time is spent in forums with
transparent and in-
overlapping mandates or in reporting on compliance, with
creasing public trust
regulations that are unnecessarily onerous.
in government.
Accountability and responsibilities
Leading by example Our people expect all spheres of government to cooperate and collaborate. They expect public servants to subordi-
Senior public servants
nate their individual interests to the interests of the greater
provide invaluable sup-
good. They expect and deserve conduct that reinforces
port to Ministers in account-
the legitimacy of the state. They expect public servants to
ing to the various structures
lead by example in building trust, confidence and respect
of Parliament. However, the
for the rule of law.
demands of this role
Addressing the Public Service Commission in 1996, for-
need to be bal-
mer President Nelson Mandela said: “For the majority of
anced with
South Africans, the public service was seen as a hostile instrument of an oppressive minority. We have an immense challenge to build a state that is truly oriented towards the service of all South Africans; that is equitably representative of our society; that is guided by the broad vision of a better life for all; and that is dedicated to making efficient use of public resources.� Let us use our state as an instrument of liberation. Let us use public resources prudently to build a non-racial, non-sexist society while we undo the inequities of the past. Let us be the engineers of a new society. *This is an edited extract from remarks by Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa at the recent Forum of South African Directors-General workshop.
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FEATURE
Writer: Chris Bathembu
SA cities on the rise
S
outh Africa cannot discuss its growth without address-
human settlements are managed properly, in such a way that
ing the economic growth of its cities. Municipalities will
our cities become liveable places,” Minister Van Rooyen added.
have to prepare for a major influx of people to major
The report indicates that South Africa’s major cities have
centres, like Johannesburg and Cape Town, in the coming years.
been crucial in driving growth, generating almost two-
This is according to Cooperative Governance and Traditional
thirds of the country’s economic activity and just over half
Affairs Minister David Van Rooyen. Speaking to PSM recently, the Minister said the latest State of the Cities Report, which was released in June, is confirmation that South Africa’s cities continue to grow at a rapid rate.
of national employment. It says that cities are expected to be effective drivers of the National Development Plan. Every five years, the South African Cities Network reports on the state of South African cities through the State of the
“The report confirms the fact that cities and the centralities
Citie's Report. The report looks at city development and
of cities in the economic development of a country continue
service delivery performance against local benchmarks
to grow at a very fast rate. All our people, in their quest to
and strategies, national urban development priorities, and
realise a better life, flock to cities and our cities have the best
international development targets. The report influences
infrastructure that attracts scores of people.
national policy and strategy through messages about what
“But what is important is that we need to make sure that
is required to achieve the desired urban development
our cities can handle this growth and that development and
outcomes. It is also used to advise and inform the plans and
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strategies of cities by generating specialised and technical
many from rural areas and less prosperous cities, towns and
evidence and insights.
villages in South Africa and beyond. Not all of those seeking a better life in the city find it, and
Economic role of cities
the result is increased poverty, unemployment, overcrowding
The Minister says that as cities grow, they must prepare to
and social tension. The report notes that most South African
face some challenges.
cities still largely benefit those who can afford to “buy” their
He adds that the economic growth of the cities should be felt throughout the country, including in rural areas. “We are saying as we grow the economy of the cities, let
rights and freedom to the city.
Cities fairly well governed
us not do this in isolation. We must introduce appropriate
The report says while cities have been performing well and are
linkages between cities and rural municipalities so that
relatively well-governed, they have functioned under dynamic
economic development can be shared.”
and difficult circumstances, and therefore have had a mixed
With mounting job losses and the economic downturn
performance.
affecting both the rich and poor, attention is increasingly
“South Africa’s institutions and systems need to be
focused on the role that cities play in stimulating and
reconfigured in order to support positive urban growth –
supporting economic development.
something that is echoed strongly in the IUDF. This includes
The report provides some good news and says that cities
a shared recognition and appropriate support across
have significantly improved their service delivery, and
government for the role of cities; better intergovernmental
generally have good strategies in place to facilitate economic
cooperation across the public spheres and sectors; conducive
growth and social development.
relations with the private sector; the strengthened role and
Minister Van Rooyen says the Integrated Urban Development Framework (IUDF), a policy document recently approved by
constructive participation of an active civil society; and greater use of the knowledge industry.”
>>
Cabinet, will provide guidance on how to link cities and other parts of the country to ensure that economic growth of the cities benefits everyone. “It’s our insistence that we are not going to realise development of the country if we don’t address both the development of these hubs of our economy as well as rural parts. We think the State of the Cities Report confirms this direction we are taking.”
Drivers of growth and development The report emphasises that cities are drivers of growth and development, adding that this is why the IUDF places cities at the centre of achieving South Africa’s national development objectives. The IUDF will ensure that growth in urbanisation can still lead to liveable, safe, resource-efficient cities. However, the report also notes that the majority of urban dwellers are still socially, spatially, culturally and economically excluded. In addition, it highlights the fact that cities are associated with promise and opportunity, but also exclude many people from participating in the economy and accessing opportunities in various ways. Yet they continue to attract
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FEATURE
Joburg) percentage of households with access to piped water and refuse removal. Between 2001 and 2011, the average household
income
doubled in Cape Town from R56 220 to R112 830, but the cost of living has also increased significantly. In the City of Ekurhuleni, households with access to sanitation ser vices increased from 99.1 percent in 2010 to 98.2 percent in 2013. The number of people living below the poverty line decreased from 33 percent of the The report adds that good governance is critical in ensuring cities play a better role in the country’s success. “Governance means all actors have a role to play, from
eThekwini has increased access to all basic services, but
the three spheres of government to the private sector,
the report says expanding access to water services in the
knowledge institutions and civil society. Cities should be
rural outlying areas remains a challenge. Between 2001
financed properly, make better use of revenue resources
and 2011, the average household income doubled from
and improve their revenue collection. In all this, good
R56 222 to R112 830.
leadership and management are critical, and special
According to the report, the number of households in
attention must be paid to sustainable development and
the City of Johannesburg doubled between 2001 to 2011,
encouraging active citizenship.”
from 732 845 to 1 434 856. There were also improvements
Cities also need to develop bold economic development
in the delivery of basic services between this period. The
strategies that include the informal sector and public
average number of people per household deceased from
employment programmes. A need exists for cities to
3.20 to 3.09 between 2001 and 2011. Fewer people are
expand economic activities and participation through
living in more houses which means the city has to provide
innovation, skills development and targeted investments,
infrastructure at a rate faster than the city is growing.
says the report. Importantly, cities should learn from one another’s strengths to improve their business climate.
How cities fair When it comes to the profile of cities, the report notes
The report says that in Mangaung the average household income has more than doubled from R43 125 in 2001 to R105 233 in 2011, but the cost of living in the city remains high. Mangaung has made progress with providing access to basic services, in particular access to sanitation services.
that Buffalo City in East London has improved access to
In Nelson Mandela Bay the number of people living
sanitation, but access to piped water and waste services
below the poverty line decreased from 46 percent in 2001
have not increased. The number of households that have
to 29 percent in 2011. The city also increased access to
access to sanitation services was at 91 percent in 2013.
basic services, especially access to sanitation and waste
The City of Cape Town has the second highest (after
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Writer: Nosihle Shelembe
West Rand District Municipality
a beacon of hope
W
hile many municipalities across the country are battling with various challenges – financial mismanagement being among the topmost – one municipality in Gauteng is among those that are proving to be an inspiration to others. The West Rand District Municipality is
grows vegetables and distributes to the community. In 2011, the mayor’s office adopted the Green IQ programme which is a commitment to make the West Rand the greenest district in South Africa. So far the municipality has planted about 50 000 trees in the district. Passionate about issues of the environment
among the 33 percent of municipalities
and agriculture, Nawa is delighted about the
in Gauteng that achieved a clean audit
establishments of Agri-parks in Bekkersdal,
opinion for the 2014/15 financial year.
Merafong and Tarlton.
Under the leadership of outgoing Execu-
The programme, which is led by the Depart-
tive Mayor Mpho Nawa, the municipality
ment of Rural Development and Land Reform,
has achieved clean audits for the past five
is aimed at revitalising the agriculture sector
years, an achievement, he’s proud of.
by increasing the participation of smallholder
Nawa has been in local government for 11 years. He was elected mayor of the
farmers in agricultural activities.
West Rand District Municipality last year
Agri-parks to assist municipalities
and is currently overseeing the merger
Nawa says the establishment of Agri-parks will
of Randfontein and Westonaria munici-
assist the district in diversifying the economy,
palities into a territory that also includes
which has been reliant on mining, and would
Mogale City and Merafong City.
provide much-needed jobs.
“Outstanding governance has been ensured by the ap-
“In Bekkersdal, 20 tunnels, a packhouse and an administra-
pointment of a regional audit committee, which conducts
tive block have already been completed. In Merafong, 16
performance audits as well as financial audits,” he explains.
tunnels and a shade net have been completed and planting
Going green
of seedlings is in progress,” he says. The district has also proposed to the Ministry of Higher
For many years now, the mining sector has been the big-
Education that one of the Further Education and Training Col-
gest contributor to the economy of the West Rand District
leges in the district be converted into an agricultural college.
Municipality, but with the industry experiencing a steady decline in recent years, the district is now repositioning itself to be a green economy. Rich in land which has high agricultural potential, as well as
“We hope as we move forward, we can have our own fresh produce market,” Nawa adds.
Service delivery
favourable climatic conditions, Nawa says the district wants
To ensure effective service delivery, the municipality has
to take advantage of this and empower its citizens.
coordinated a project known as Ntirhisano, which involves
“The region is also diversifying its economy as it wants to be
setting up War Rooms across the district.
the food producer for Gauteng,” he says. This is not surprising,
The programme was initiated by the Premier of Gauteng
coming from someone who has his own garden where he
in 2015 and is championed by mayors across the province.
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As health is one of the priority areas for government, the municipality has also ensured the training of health practitioners who deal with the issuing of antiretrovirals (ARVs) at local clinics. “All 44 clinics in the region have been trained and authorised to issue ARVs and 18 of those clinics have pharmacy assistants. A total of 400 000 people have been on ARVs since 2011,” says Nawa.
Tackling crime Not wanting to give criminals any space, he says the municipality took a decision to install CCTV cameras in the Central Business Districts of Mogale City, Randfontein, Westonaria, Carletonville and Fochville. As a result, up to 3 000 crime-related incidents have been Nawa says the programme has allowed the municipality to address issues raised by the community quickly and it’s also bringing services closer to the people, through its outreach programme. The West Rand District Municipality is coordinating the district technical team, which includes 17 Gauteng government departments.
Tackling HIV and AIDS The municipality has exceeded the target set by the provincial department in raising awareness on HIV, AIDS, and TB. Over the last five years, 3 093 800 people have been reached through the municipality’s door-to-door education campaign on HIV and AIDS, TB and sexually transmitted infections.
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captured on camera and in some cases, arrests have been made.
Infrastructure projects Nawa says the district is currently paving the sidewalks and the entrances of Mohlakeng and Toekomsrus. The project is funded by National Treasury through the Neighbourhood Development Partnership Grant. Furthermore, a road linking Rietvallei Proper and Rietvallei Ext 2 was completed in 2014. Since 2011, the Energy Efficient Lighting Project has installed 1 073 LED street lights and 29 high mast lights across the local municipalities of the district. Nawa is pleased with these achievements but also notes that the task “to provide a better life for all continues”.
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OPINION
*Writer: Faith Muthambi
Transforming the MAC sector
T
he transformation of the country’s R124 billion
Increasing black ownership
revenue marketing, advertising and media sec-
Our transformation initiatives allow for new players into
tor is imperative, given the strong influence it
the economy by deracialising ownership. It opens up
has on the aspirations and values of many South Afri-
more opportunities for black people, women and the
cans.
youth, and promotes new black enterprises.
In guiding the sector to be more reflective of our
The ground-breaking MAC Sector Codes – a collective
country’s diversity, government has gazetted the
effort of industry organisations and professionals – aim
Marketing, Advertising and Communications
to increase black ownership to 45 percent by the end
(MAC) Sector B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice.
In striving to reach this target, government is certain
our commitments to
that it will bring about change in diversity for the sector.
transform the economy,
The industry is often described as a white male-owned
broaden ownership and
and managed sector, which is not in keeping with our
create jobs. Govern-
aspirations for gender, race and generational diversity.
ment has, since
While the MAC industry has recorded some progress
1994, taken
in transformation at an ownership and management
active steps
level, this change has been limited.
to fundamen-
An analysis of the country’s top advertising agencies
tally change
with a revenue of over R50 million shows that there are,
the econom-
strikingly, no black-owned businesses. When extended
ic landscape.
to include agencies with revenue above R5 million, only
Our work is guid-
two have a B-BBEE level 1 rating. The majority of top
ed by the Constitution
agencies in terms of revenue have a B-BBEE level 3 and
to create a society that
above rating.
has equal opportuni-
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of March 2018.
The codes are in line with
ties across all areas.
Growing the talent base
The Constitution em-
The MAC Sector Codes will open up the industry to
phasises that South Af-
more South Africans and grow the sector’s talent base.
rica belongs to all who live in it,
This will encourage a more vibrant sector that is more in
united in our diversity.
tune with a South African perspective that is cognisant
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of our place in Africa and the world. The codes foster creativity and promote the expression of a proud local identity. Importantly, increased shareholding and management
women at executive, senior and middle management levels. It stipulates that black females should hold 25 percent of executive board positions and 30 percent of executive and senior management positions.
by South Africans in local MAC companies will result in
To realise the changes the sector wants to see, the code’s
a greater share of profits being kept in the country and
commitments must be fully implemented. Businesses in the
reinvested into the industry. The codes will also stimulate
sector are encouraged to align their transformation plans
greater competition within the industry.
to that of the adopted codes.
Government will use its sizeable spend in the advertising
This begins with inculcating its five founding values of
and communication space to support the implementa-
inclusivity and diversity, the soul of the nation, respect and
tion of the codes. Through the State Owned Enterprises
human dignity, sensitivity to people’s needs and responsible
Communicators Association, representing our 700 entities
creativity into all aspects of work.
and agencies, we will begin a process to affirm compliant
We encourage business to commit to broad-based own-
companies through the communications supply chain.
ership through community and employee ownership
We encourage companies that want to do business with
schemes and in supporting the careers of black South
the government and its entities to meet the codes com-
Africans.
mitments.
The codes' commitments apply to all South African busi-
We are confident that this will give the MAC Sector
nesses that derive more than 50 percent of their turnover
Codes the push they require to be implemented. Fur-
from advertising, public relations and communications
thermore, it will pave the way to reach the ambitious
services.
transformation targets of greater participation of women and youth.
Black women in management
Companies have a two-year window period that started on 1 April to deliver against their business’ transformation plans. They will then be required to submit themselves for annual verification against the new codes.
The codes set clear targets to grow the representation of black South Africans in the industry, particularly that of
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* Faith Muthambi, Minister of Communications.
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Writer: Ongezwa Manyathi
Vuk’uzenzele on the move
G
overnment newspaper Vuk’uzenzele continues to make good progress in keeping the public informed on what government is doing to move South Africa
forward.
on the website. This year, Vuk’uzenzele also unveiled a new look to coincide with its 100th edition, in June. The newspaper now has a much cleaner design, shorter
The first edition hit the streets in October 2005, in a magazine format. Since then, Vuk’uzenzele has changed its format and appearance and continues to make huge strides
and to the point stories, bolder headlines and more exciting photographs. Vuk’uzenzele is also available online on: www.vukuzenzele.gov.za and from the App Store and
in informing South Africans on government programmes that aim to change the lives of all South Africans. It was established with the sole purpose of making government information available in a simplified manner to
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FEATURE
IUDF: A new deal for SA’s cities
T
he critical role played by inclusive, thriving cities in South Africa’s growth and development cannot be
There are also concerns over alarming levels of youth un-
overstated. The search for a better life post-democra-
employment due to competition for limited jobs in cities.
cy has seen millions of people flocking to the country’s urban
Added to the list of problems is infrastructure as well as
centres and there are now more people living in metropolitan
greater environmental and health risks.
cities than in rural areas.
Such challenges are prompting government to act and
Bathandwa Mbola recently sat down with Deputy Min-
push ahead with the implementation of IUDF. Cabinet
ister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs An-
approved the policy on 26 April 2016 and officials are already
dries Nel to discuss how the Integrated Urban Development
rolling up their sleeves to implement it.
Framework (IUDF) will ensure that growth in urbanisation can still lead to liveable, safe, resource-efficient cities. More than 60 percent of South Africans now live in urban areas and the trend is expected to continue. The United Nations (UN) is projecting that this number will increase to 71.3 percent in 2030 and 80 percent by 2050.
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government services such as housing for the poor.
The policy is expected to guide the development of inclusive, resilient and liveable urban settlements, while addressing the unique conditions and challenges facing South Africa’s cities and towns.
Managing urbanisation
The 2011 Census shows that those who migrate to bigger
Deputy Minister Nel describes the plan as a “new deal”, which
cities have a better chance of improving their quality of life,
seeks to foster a shared understanding across government
with Gauteng and the Western Cape having attracted the
and society about how best to manage urbanisation and
highest numbers in this inward migration.
achieve the goals of economic development.
While urbanisation creates conditions for concentrated
He says the policy, if implemented correctly, would also
economic activity, the downside, however, is that it puts
help with job creation and improved living conditions for
a strain on scarce resources and planning and provision of
the benefit of ordinary South Africans.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
“This policy document is in the context of deepening
should be getting out of our urban areas.”
socio-economic transformation of South Africa in line
The IUDF document proposes different levels of imple-
with the vision of our Constitution and responds directly
mentation and the following four overall strategic goals:
to Chapter 8 of the National Development Plan, which talks
•
ment, transport, social and economic areas.
about the transformation of national space economy and human settlements,” Deputy Minister Nel adds.
• •
which also sets out a certain approach to urbanisation. “We have rapid urbanisation and on the other hand, we sit
Growth: To harness urban dynamism for inclusive, sustainable economic growth and development.
(SDGs), especially SDG 11 which talks about urban development. It also speaks to the African Union’s Agenda 2063
Inclusion and access: To ensure people have access to social and economic services, opportunities and choices.
The framework is also in line with international documents such as the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
Spatial integration: To forge new spatial forms in settle-
•
Governance: To enhance the capacity of the state and its citizens to work together to achieve spatial and social integration.
with a very painful and divisive legacy of apartheid spatial
Deputy Minister Nel stresses that the policy acknowl-
engineering …our country was divided from homelands;
edges the intractable link between urban areas and rural
cities were divided into different residential areas. The ma-
areas.
jority ended up living far from central business districts,
“The IUDF recognises that urban development and rural
far from economic opportunities and social services,” says
development are interlinked. They are not opposed; they
Deputy Minister Nel.
are the different sides of the same coin.”
He adds that while government has done well over the
An important aspect for policymakers is that many of
past 22 years, rolling out about 4.3 million houses and giv-
South Africa’s urban migrants retain strong ties with their
ing out subsidies, there are communities and people who
rural areas of origin. Some do not own permanent accom-
have not yet benefited from these services. “There are also
modation in the urban areas and, when no longer eco-
those people who have received the services, but even
nomically active, tend to migrate back to rural settlements.
though they have access to them … [they] are still not of
“The framework therefore moves away from treating
the quality and consistency that we would want.” The IUDF policy is anchored around three elements - jobs, housing and transport. These three critical issues must be addressed to restructure urban space by reducing travel costs and distances;
urban areas and rural areas as completely separate entities but rather talks of an urban-rural continuum - a spectrum, there is no neat divide of what is rural and what is urban,” Deputy Minister Nel says.
preventing further development of housing in marginal
Government cannot do it alone
places and increasing urban densities to reduce sprawl.
The Deputy Minister says the involvement of business,
Improvements in public transport
organised labour and civil society is going to be crucial in the implementation of the IUDF.
The Deputy Minister says the policy also seeks to improve
“This is one thing that as South Africans we need to
public transport and ensure that cities are fully integrated.
stand up together on. We might have different politics,
This would be done by ensuring that there is coordination
different views on some of these things but we have to
between transport modes, among others.
approach this thing together and we believe we have no
“Our cities are not fully integrated which means there are
option but to make it work.”
huge costs involved. We are spending more on transport,
On how the implementation of the policy will be moni-
infrastructure which has to run over greater distances, and
tored and evaluated, Deputy Minister Nel explains that
people spend hours commuting to and from work.
the priorities and action plan will be regularly reviewed
“We are not maximising the economic synergies that we
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
as government continues to learn from practice.
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Writer: Siya Miti
Feature
Buffalo City’s
financial turnaround
B
uffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) in East London, Eastern Cape, has earned an ‘A’ rating after taking strong measures to achieve a sound cash posi-
tion in the financial year which ended on 30 June. The latest annual Municipal Financial Stability Index (MFSI)
expenditure had been incurred in 2014/15. Mtsi told the media the metro had to tighten its credit collection measures to boost its revenue.
Strong cash position
released by Ratings Afrika ranks the BCMM as the second
“We have achieved a credit rating of ‘A’, which signifies a
most financially stable metro with 73 out of 100 points,
strong cash position in the long term with minimal ex-
falling just two points behind Cape Town, said outgoing
posure to long-term debt. The rating outlook is stable for
BCMM Mayor Alfred Mtsi during his State of the Metro Ad-
both the long- and short-term, which is essential to ensure
dress (SOMA) recently.
the city’s ability to secure funding in the market-place and
This signals a financial turnaround. In the previous financial year, the metro received a qualified audit, with AuditorGeneral Kimi Makwetu highlighting that almost R500-million was spent irregularly, while R254 million in unauthorised
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to repay debt,” he said. Mtsi explained that this was achieved by, among other things, improving employees’ skills. “Enhancing the existing skills and capabilities of our
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
staff and recruiting officials with the requisite technical skills,
database of investigators that we will use to pursue reported
administrative knowledge and experience is essential. To date,
incidences and make recommendations,” he said.
705 staff members have received training over the course of this financial year,” said Mtsi.
Mtsi added that the municipality established Council Committees to play an oversight role.
He added that the metro expected to generate operational
He highlighted the multi-party Municipal Public Accounts
revenue to the tune of R5.90 billion in the 2016/17 financial
Committee whose purpose is to consider and evaluate the
year. This is anticipated to rise to R6.99 billion by 2018/19.
content of the annual report and to make recommendations
A total of R1.31 billion is expected to be raised from inter-governmental transfers in 2016/17, with the rest of the revenue own-generated.
Strict measures Mtsi, who took over the reins in June last year, said the municipality had since adopted strict measures to promote good governance and accountability. It hopes this will lead to clean audits in line with the metro’s values outlined in its Integrated Development Plan.
to council, as well as investigate matters relating to irregular expenditure. Mtsi pointed out that the Independent Audit Committee, which advises the council, executive mayor and municipal manager by providing opinions and recommendations on financial processes and performance, was also established. “We acknowledge that the task of good governance is one we cannot do alone, hence we are receptive to any assistance offered by other government spheres and organisations. It is against this backdrop that we accepted the section 154 sup-
“We are the first to acknowledge that the road to the ul-
port package by the Department of Cooperative Governance
timate clean audit is not smooth. In promoting good gov-
and Traditional Affairs, which gave us some insight on how
ernance, we have adopted an internal disciplinary code. As
we can mitigate some of the challenges we are facing as a
part of our Fraud Mitigation Strategy, we are … appointing a
metro,” he added.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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GEMS celebrates women, their power and their healthcare needs
With more than two-thirds of public servants being female, women are a powerful force within South African government and the economy. This is reflected within the Government Employees Medical Scheme’s (GEMS) executive, of which six out of nine executive committee members are female. As women are at the forefront of the public sector, their health and the health of the economy are inextricably linked. To protect the one is to protect the other. And to protect women, their particular healthcare needs must not only be understood from a clinical perspective but also handled with the respect and sensitivity warranted. In investing in the health of South Africa’s women, higher levels of productivity can be achieved and efficiency improved.
Ms Jeannie Combrink (Executive: Governance and Stakeholder Relations)
Ms Bella Mfenyana (Executive: Contracts and Operations)
Women are the main healthcare decision makers in our country, as is evidenced by the fact that 58.35% of GEMS principal
[
The stronger our women, the stronger our country
]
members are women. As such, they are increasingly looking to organisations such as GEMS for their healthcare needs.
Ms Liziwe Nkonyana (Executive: Communications and Member Affairs)
Ms Karyna Pierce (Executive: Finance)
At GEMS, it is our aim to help all our members to be their healthiest, best and most productive selves. Our particular brand of care embraces women’s specific healthcare needs and seeks to proactively safeguard their wellbeing, in the best interests of our country and all its people. Where women are empowered, they in turn empower others. As enlightened leaders, mighty mothers, strong wives and capable daughters, the future of our nation rests on their broad shoulders.
Ms Gloria Nkadimeng (Chief Information Officer)
Dr Vuyokazi Gqola (Executive: Healthcare Management)
Working towards a healthier you
ARE YOU ABOUT TO GO ON RETIREMENT? Members who are about to go on retirement must notify their employers at least six months in advance to allow enough time for their documents to be processed by both the employer and the GEPF.
Which forms must be completed by Members when they retire? • Z894 (Bank Form) - To be completed by the bank • Barcoded ID copy - Must be certified (certification stamp must not be older than 6 months) • Retirement Choice Form - Applicable if the member has more than 10 years pensionable service and only if the member is married. • Z864 - Updating of personal particulars, only applicable if the member has more than 10 years pensionable service.
subsidy (Applicable for members with 15 years pensionable service and who have contributed for at least 1 year and have a medical membership certificate) • Medical Choice Form - Applicable if a member has more than 10 years of service and 1year medical membership certificate. • WP 1002: nomination form • If retiring before 60 years, an approval letter from the employer is needed
• Certified copies of the marriage certificate, birth certificate and ID copies of children. • Z583: Medical subsidy form - only applicable if a member wants a continuation of medical
Call Centre - 0800 117 669
@GEPF_SA
Forms that must be completed by the member’s ARE YOU AWARE OF YOUR HR department: PENSIONABLE SERVICE DATE? • Z102: Withdrawal form or exit request • The following must be verified and co-signed by your HR department.
There is a difference between the date an employee started working in government (appointment date) and the date an employee was admitted into the GEPF as a contributing member (service date).
Ø Z583 Ø Medical choice form Ø Retirement choice form
Additional information required: • Last salary pay slip • Proof of service termination (Persal print out, the employer has this on record) • Proof of admission date: this can be found on a member’s pay slip The employer has to submit the application forms to GEPF at least three months prior to member‘s exit date.
Departmental debt Members are advised to sort out outstanding debt with the employers to avoid deductions from their pension fund.
What about Tax? Tax issues should also be sorted with SARS beforehand. GEPF would also like to warn members who are about to retire to be careful of unscrupulous service providers encouraging them to resign from the Fund. It is always better to retire with GEPF than to resign.
www.gepf.co.za
Most members mix up these dates and this happens mostly to employees who started as contract workers and were not eligible to contribute to the pension fund. It is only when they get employed permanently that they get admitted to GEPF and qualify to contribute to the pension fund. Pensionable service starts from the day the employee starts paying his or her monthly pension contributions to the Fund and continues until the day he or she stops working. This is the period in which he or she is an active, contributing member of GEPF. Members are advised to always keep track of their GEPF service date by keeping their first pay slip which shows contributions to GEPF, as this has the service date printed on it. Members must also check the membership certificate they receive and query anything that does not agree with the information on the payslip which indicates their first GEPF contribution. It is in your interests to check that your information is shown correctly and to follow up with your personnel department if there are any errors.
*Writer: William Lebohang Somo
OPINION
Investing in skills development O ver the past decade South Africa has invested sig-
ing and planning in addressing the skills pipeline within the
nificantly in skills development.
context of long-, medium- and short-term imperatives.
However, the country still suffers from a shortage
The recent adjustments of the size and pattern of the public
of skills and the exclusion of millions of youth that are not in
education and training landscape, at different levels of the
employment, education or economic activities.
post-schooling system, is aimed at ensuring alignment of
Much has been said about the unemployment rate in the
education and training provision with the country’s socio-
country of late and it must be noted that the prevalence
economic needs. This achievement is seen as part of the
of youth unemployment and underemployment is partly
building blocks in the realisation of the government’s de-
a consequence of inadequate job opportunities within the
livery outcomes.
labour market. Lack of skills and work experience are some of the contributors to the current rise in the unemployment
Building a developmental state
rate in South Africa.
The 2013 White Paper on Post-School Education and Training
Nonetheless, there continues to be a lot of work and energy
sets out strategies to improve the capacity of the post-school
spent on making sure that these challenges are addressed.
education and training system to meet South Africa’s needs.
We are a government at work.
The document outlines policy directions to guide the De-
The Ministry of Higher Education and Training has commit-
partment of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the
ted in its delivery agreement with President Jacob Zuma to
institutions for which it is responsible to contribute to build-
realise the delivery outcomes of government, as highlighted
ing a developmental state with a vibrant democracy and a
in Output 5, to strive for a credible institutional mechanism
flourishing economy.
for labour market and skills planning. This outcome provides the basis for integrated forecast-
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The DHET has facilitated the establishment of nine Community Education and Training colleges, one in each province.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
This new institutional type complements the 50 Technical and
The latter is indeed a concern for Minister Nzimande and
Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges and the
his department. This is why strengthening colleges is one
university sector. Three new universities have also been estab-
of the DHET’s main priorities. The DHET is doing so by im-
lished over the past two years to ensure a complement of 26
proving colleges, management and governance; developing
universities spread across all nine provinces. Alongside these
the quality of teaching and learning; increasing the colleges’
institutions, the 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities
responsiveness to local labour markets; improving student
(SETAs) are responsible for addressing sectoral economic skills
support services and developing their infrastructure, among
needs and supporting education and training initiatives and
others. These interventions will go a long way in addressing
programmes aimed at responding to these needs.
all the challenges in our post-school education and training
To ensure improved access to SETA services, Higher
system, particularly in the TVET colleges sector.
Education and Training Minister Blade Nzimande instructed
The vision of the DHET is to have a South Africa in which we
SETAs to open offices in all TVET colleges located in rural and
have a differentiated and fully inclusive post-school system
township areas. To date, 43 offices have been established.
that allows all South Africans to access and succeed in relevant
Making artisanship a career of choice
post-school education and training, to fulfil the economic and social goals of participation in an inclusive economy and
Another important initiative is the the Decade of Artisan ad-
society. It aims to develop capable, well-educated and skilled
vocacy programme, which continues to be highly effective in
citizens that are able to compete in a sustainable diversified
raising awareness among young people regarding artisans.
and knowledge-intensive international economy which meets
The programme also focuses on employers opening up work-
the development goals of our country.
places for more artisan learners, particularly apprenticeships.
To achieve this, the DHET will work towards reducing the
This programme reached full circle during the 2014/15 finan-
skills bottlenecks, especially in priority and scarce skills areas;
cial year, with the Deputy Minister of Higher Education and
improving low participation rates in the post-school system;
Training, Mduduzi Manana, launching it in different provinces.
correcting distortions in the shape, size and distribution of
The Decade of Artisan advocacy affords the Deputy Minister
access to post-school education and training; and improving
a platform to engage and motivate learners to consider artisanship as a career of choice as well as to share information on critical scarce skills that will advance the economy of the country. The private sector is the biggest employer of artisans in the
quality and efficiency in the system. These are not just words, but a statement which the DHET has committed itself to.
Partnering for a better SA
country, hence the Decade of Artisan campaign has employ-
While rising unemployment is cause for concern, it should
ers as an integral stakeholder as well as the TVET colleges as
also serve as a motivation not only to the DHET, but gov-
the training partner.
ernment, the private sector and the country as a whole, to
The National Development Plan indicates that by 2030 South Africa should be producing 30 000 qualified artisans per year. This target has been brought forward by the 2014 – 2019 Medium Term Strategic Framework to 31 March 2026. The country is currently producing on average 15 000 quali-
join forces and work together to address the challenges the country faces. South Africa belongs to us all and we therefore all have a role to play to make it a better place and sustain the economy for the future generation.
fied artisans per year. This means more work for the DHET and
This can only be done once we all realise the importance
industry partners to make sure that the number doubles in
of coming together as government, private sector and all
the years leading to 2026.
responsible industries to make South Africa work for those
Equipping TVET colleges
who live in it. Our future generations depend on us.
It goes without saying that TVET colleges have to turn the
*William Lebohang Somo works in the DHET’s
corner if all these challenges are to be defeated.
Communication and Media Unit.
Public Sector Manager • August 2016
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ADVERTORIAL
E xe c u t i n g t h e C G E m a n d a te : R e fl e c t i o n s a n d c u r re n t s ta te o f C G E By Mfanozelwe Shozi When I took over in 2009, the CGE was
the CGE had previously worked on
could not effectively deliver on its mandate.
been any direct programme to monitor
engulfed in its own internal problems and Commissioners and staff identified and assessed issues that prevented the
Commission from implementing its core mandate as per the CGE Act and the
Constitution. The turnaround strategy was
developed with clear milestones and these
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) is by extension a creation from the
Paris Principles and in particular a creation of the South African normative framework which include the South African Constitution and CGE Act. Indeed, struggles that preceded the creation of CGE are noteworthy as they include the 1956 Women’s March which will be observed for its 60th anniversary this year, the formation of the African National Congress Women’s League, various women conferences as well as workshops. The CGE is an institution which was created under leadership of former State President Nelson Mandela. It started its work under the leadership of the esteemed inaugural Chairperson Mme Thenjiwe Mtintso. The current set of Commissioners pay tribute to the work of the former Chairpersons and Commissioners under the leadership of Mme Thenjiwe Mtintso, Joyce Piliso Seroke and Nomboniso Gasa. The CGE is established in terms of section 181 (1) of the South African Constitution to strengthen constitutional democracy in the Republic. Section 187 of the Constitution sets out the functions of the Commission which are; amongst others “to promote respect for gender equality and the protection, development and attainment of gender equality”. The Commission has the power as regulated by legislation, necessary to monitor, investigate, research, educate, lobby, advise and report on issues concerning gender equality.
implementation of International Instruments. During this term, commissioners prioritised the monitoring of International Instruments and as such specific programmes were developed in this regard.
started bearing fruit from 2011 onwards.
We produced reports on CEDAW, Beijing
internal ranks, preparing them to take
Violence Against Women, amongst others.
The CGE started grooming staff from Mr. Mfanozelwe Shozi, Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality
International Instruments, there has never
senior positions. Currently about 90% of the senior and middle management are staff members who have served in the lower ranks inclusive of the CEO. These are
people who understand the CGE’s vision and how gender equality programmes should be implemented.
Programmes One of the pillars of the 2013 - 2018
Platform for Action Special Rapporteur on The CGE has undertaken the African
Gender Development Index project, which is part of the CGE’s vision to ensure that our African International Instruments are
properly implemented by our government and other associated structures. These reports have been presented to the
Portfolio Committee on Women in the Presidency.
strategic plan was to ensure that the
In dealing with gender equality and
regardless of their locations. The CGE
a two-tier complaints system where the
CGE is accessible to all communities
outreach strategy ensured that both our
legal department and education department visit communities together. These visits are done through rolling out innovative
programmes such as legal clinics, through which the CGE educates communities about its services and simultaneously
receives gender-related complaints which
are processed and investigated by the CGE team.
Our twinning strategy of combining our legal work with education uplifted the
knowledge of communities about their rights. In intensifying its community
outreach programme, the CGE has
signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a member institution of
community radio stations in South Africa.
systemic challenges, the CGE adopted
CGE allows individuals to lay complaints
but also investigate systematic complaints. Systematic complaints allow CGE to issue reports that will give recommendations which assist to unbundle systematic
gender issues that confront our country. For example these include sex work
complaints, transformation in the Judiciary,
maiden’s bursary, sexual harassment cases in the University of Venda. We continue to engage and make submissions to
Parliament with the intention to mainstream, influence and ensure that our Parliament passes gender friendly legislation.
Parliament is recognising and taking this
role very seriously. Parliament has; on its
own accord invited the CGE to perform this function in a number of occasions.
In fulfilling the wishes of the MoU, the
Our Parliamentary Unit is headed by a
regions of the country through community
this function very seriously. The CGE has
CGE presents its programme in almost all radio stations. These programmes are presented by CGE Education Officers
and Provincial Coordinators. Although
Director which indicates that CGE takes also heightened its engagements with
men’s organisations which is a deliberate attempt to ensure that men become part
of the solution in the fight against gender
space in public service broadcasting,
committed to compliance on the principles
women. Based on our experience, certain
audiences.
that all policies and practices of governance
based violence and violence against
provinces have different and/or unique challenges when it comes to gender
thereby reaching critical mass in relation to
equality and for that reason, the CGE’s
Cor porate Gover nance
service delivery in regards to dealing with
accountability mechanism which requires
of corporate governance by making sure within the institution are respected at all times through plenary meetings.
provincial offices remain at the coal face of
The CGE has also developed a peer
The CGE community is committed to its
provincial dynamics. We have developed
everyone to be accountable including
forms of gender oppression and inequality.
an interesting Flagship Programme
through which we hold employment equity hearings, or transformation hearings, and this is where we intend to hold various
institutions (in the public and private sector) accountable for implementing employment equity legislation.
The panel of CGE Commissioners
reinforced by the secretariat, interacts
with various institutions to gauge the state of gender equality in their institutions.
Institutions of higher learning, the Office
of the President, Auditor General, Eskom
commissioners and staff. All commissioners prepare individual reports which are
presented at a quarterly plenary. The CGE
heads of departments and provinces report
to our CEO, who in turn tables her report to
traditional leadership so as to advance and deepen gender equality within traditional
structures. This has allowed CGE to work freely in the deepest rural areas of our
country and engage with communities.
The CGE learns and contributes to various international forums. We are working in
partnership with the Kenyan Gender and
Equality Commission. We hosted and have advised the government of Zimbabwe
about different nuances of establishing their own Gender Equality Commission. CGE
attends the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women on an annual basis.
In terms of the CGE Act, the CGE account for the Portfolio Committee on Women
in the Presidency and in fulfilment of this
provision, the committee invites the CGE to present its reports on a quarterly basis.
of the National Gender Machinery and
CGE is also a member of the Forum of Institutions Supporting democracy, sits
on the panel that shortlist and interview
our annual campaigns receive adequate
society we serve.
• Accountability: Giving an account of our actions and decisions.
• Ethical behaviour: Maintaining high
standards of trustworthiness, honesty, respect and empathy.
• Teamwork: Working in collaboration with
state organs and civil society to maximise the attainment of CGE objectives.
Demarcation Board Commissioners in
affecting the Commission. The first
The following two issues are adversely
terms of Demarcation Board Act, and is a
one is the non-consideration of the report of
member of the Equality Review Committee in terms of the PEPUDA legislation. By
engaging in all these structures the CGE strives to influence the gender equality
agenda and ensure that gender equality is achieved in South Africa. In delivering on our mandate, CGE depends on the capable and dedicated staff members
who work tirelessly and under very difficult circumstances.
deliver on its core mandate but utilises
as the SABC and Nemisa, to ensure that
diligence and being responsive to the
In conclusion
and current trends within the field of the
have partnered with media institutions such
our responsibilities with the utmost care,
IEC Act, sits on the panel that shortlist
It is important to raise the point that the
gender sector. In the past and present, we
duties without fear or favour.
the IEC Commissioners in terms of the
This is a platform that helps us remain in line with international norms, standards
follows:
• Professionalism: Timeous in executing
the Provincial Gender machinery. The
has signed an MoU with various houses of
corporate values which are described as
reports and present them before plenary.
appeared before the CGE.
in a structured manner, the Commission
mandate is a result of upholding our
• Independence: Impartiality in performing
Standing Committee Chairpersons prepare
The CGE works closely with and is part
In order to work with traditional leadership
Part of our success in discharging our
the Plenary of Commissioners. All the CGE
and Sizwe Ntsaluba and Gobodo, to name a few are some of the entities that have
vision which is to see a society free from all
the Adhoc Committee on the review of the
Chapter 9 and associated institutions which poses unstable and unpredictable future
for the CGE. The second challenge is that of funding. To this effect, the CGE has
requested Parliament and the Treasury to
assist in increasing the fiscal allocation as this will further advance our key priorities.
This will assist to consolidate and advance the work of the Commission.
CGE does not rely on consultancy to
its work force to execute its mandate. In turn the CGE Commissioners support the secretariat and lead the political
programme of the organisation. The CGE is
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Public sector appointments
Mandisa Tshikwatamba
Chief Executive Officer, Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA)
Mandisa Tshikwatamba is the newly-appointed CEO of SEDA. She has extensive experience in policy development and management of development support programmes, technical and monitoring competencies in organisational management, planning and budgeting as well as setting procedures for effective implementation of corporate governance systems. Tshikwatamba who has more than 16 years’ experience in various senior management positions within the public sector. She holds an MBA degree, Honours degree in Developmental Studies, BA and B.Admin degrees and also completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Finance and Investment and a Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Marketing Management. Prior to joining SEDA, Tshikwatamba was Deputy Director-General responsible for Corporate Management at the National School of Government.
Mzamo Michael Mlengana
Director-General, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Mzamo Michael Mlengana is the newly-appointed Director-General of the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. He started his farming career 31 years ago as a subsistence farmer in the Eastern Cape and also worked as a commercial farmer in Magaliesburg with 1 060 hectares of mixed farming. He was also president of the African Farmers' Association of South Africa. Mlengana has more than 16 years of general and business development experience in various senior and executive positions. He also worked at Telkom South Africa Limited where he served as the president of Corporate Business Development. Mlengana completed his undergraduate degrees at the University of Fort Hare and Rhodes University, before graduating with an MA in Financial Economics and Economic Development from the Graduate School of Economic and International Studies in Denver, Colorado in the US.
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HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Supplied by: GEMS
How you can save a life
E
ach year thousands of South Africans are diagnosed
Make a difference
with leukaemia, a blood cancer which was once
Dr Goolab says that with about 75 percent of leukaemia
considered deadly but is currently being treated
patients being under 25 years, there is always a chance
with growing success. According to Dr Guni Goolab, Principal Officer of the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS), the development of cancer medicine has reached a highly
that parents will be looking for a suitable bone marrow donor to save a child. “By becoming a bone marrow donor, you can potentially save a life,” he points out. While some may find the thought of becoming a bone
advanced stage, so much
marrow stem cell donor
so that leukaemia and other
somewhat daunting, just
blood cancers are no longer
imagine being one of the
considered a death sentence.
thousands of South Africans
“Survival rates from acute
diagnosed with leukaemia
lymphocytic leukaemia, the
and knowing that a bone
most common of the child-
marrow transplant from a
hood cancers, have climbed
one in 100 000 match is
from three percent to ap-
your only hope of survival.
proximately 90 percent over
The process of donating
the past 40 years, with the aid
bone marrow stem cells
of specialised treatment such
is a minor medical proce-
as bone marrow transplanta-
dure, which is like donating
tion, which helps clean out
blood. In this instance how-
cancer cells from a patient’s system,” he explains. For most leukaemia sufferers, a bone marrow stem cell
ever, blood is drawn via a needle from the arm of a donor and it is then taken through a machine which separates
transplant is often the only hope of survival and this is
bone marrow stem cells from other blood. The marrow can
where the work of the Sunflower Fund, a non-governmen-
then be used for a patient in need.
tal organisation committed to growing the South African Bone Marrow Registry by raising the funds needed to pay
How donors are matched
for tissue typing tests, comes in.
“Donors are categorised into groups known as ‘tissue types’,
The chances of finding a bone marrow match are low;
which means that having a large register of donors is vital
just one in 100 000, so the Sunflower Fund works to
to finding that one in 100 000. According to the Sunflower
encourage all South Africans to join the Bone Marrow Reg-
Fund, matching has nothing to do with blood groups, but
istry. Joining the registry is easy and involves simply taking
is based on genetic markers found in white cells of the
a blood sample to determine whether you may potentially
blood,” says Dr Goolab.
be a bone marrow match for a future patient.
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The tissue types of both the donor and the patient must
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be virtually identical or a blood stem cell transplant will not succeed. The likelihood of finding a matching donor is considerably greater if the donor is from the same ethnic background as the patient.
? w o n k u o Did y •
Only two teaspoons of blood are needed to register you as a donor.
A perfect match
•
donating blood.
Donors must be committed to helping anyone who is a match for their bone marrow
•
If you are that one in 100 000, a medical
•
The chance of finding a donor is one in 100 000.
•
One in every 100 000 South Africans will be diagnosed with leukaemia.
professional will explain the procedure to you in detail in advance. The medical procedure
You need to be between the ages of 18 and 50 and weigh over 50kgs to be a donor.
type and should be well informed about the procedure prior to volunteering for it.
Donating bone marrow stem cells is no more painful than
•
Bone marrow may be described as a ‘factory’ for the
for obtaining stem cells from the blood is
production of red cells to carry oxygen, white cells to fight
known as a ‘harvest’. Before this can go ahead
infection, and platelets to prevent bleeding.
a full medical examination will be carried out
•
white blood cells which displaces normal healthy red and
to ensure your good health.
white cells and platelets and weakens the body.
If you agree to donate, growth factor injections will be administered to increase the
•
you as a donor.
75 percent of patients treated for serious blood disorders, such as leukaemia, in South Africa are under 25 years.
production of stem cells in the bone marrow. It should be noted here that there is no risk to
Leukaemia is the massive over-production of defective
•
75 percent of these patients will not find a sibling-matched donor and will require a donor from a registry.
The harvest is a simple, minor medical procedure, and entails the donor being connected to a machine for four to six hours. Bone marrow stem cells are filtered out of your blood and your own blood returned to you. “If you meet the criteria for those who can donate, please do not wait as there is an urgent, ongoing need for bone marrow donors. You could just be someone’s only chance of fighting and surviving leukaemia,” adds Dr
How you can help Call the Sunflower Fund’s toll free line on 0800 121082 to become a donor, or visit www. sunflowerfund.org.za for more information.
Goolab.
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FOOD AND WINE
Writer: Nicholas Francis
Start your day the delicious way
T
he best way to start your day is with a hearty breakfast. It’s the most important meal of the day and taking a few minutes out of your busy morning to prepare it will help
you refuel your brain and body. We have chosen some breakfast dishes which are quick, easy to make and delicious.
Breakfast boerie bake
Ingredients
Directions
4 eggs
Preheat oven to 180C. Chop or slice the onion and mushrooms and set aside. Put the
50g boerewors of your choice
spinach into the colander. Run boiled water from kettle through spinach in the colander
1 tbsp olive oil
to wilt the leaves. Drain any excess water and spoon into four small oven dishes.
1/2 onion
Heat the olive oil in a pan. Add the onions and mushrooms and sauté. Chop up boere-
300g mushrooms
wors and add to the pan, and fry for three minutes. Add in canned tomatoes and season
400g can tomatoes (chopped)
with salt and pepper, and cook for 10 minutes on medium heat. If you would like it to
100g spinach
have a little kick, add a few drops of Tabasco sauce.
Tabasco sauce
Add tomato mix into spinach dishes. Make a small well in the centre of each dish and
Spring onion
add in a cracked egg. Bake for 12 minutes. Once complete, chop up some spring onion
Salt and pepper (for seasoning)
and sprinkle over dish. Serve with toast.
Banana smoothie
Ingredients 1 large banana (sliced) ½ cup crushed ice 1/2 cup low fat milk 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 tbsp honey Pinch of ground nutmeg
Directions Mix all ingredients except yogurt in a blender and process for two minutes. Add in yogurt and process until blended. Pour into a glass and enjoy.
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Mixed berry breakfast parfait
Ingredients 4 tbsp honey 2 cups mixed berries 2 cups plain Greek yogurt 1 cup granola
Directions Mix granola and honey in a bowl. Make sure you get honey over most of the granola. Spoon some of the mixture into your glass. Top with yogurt and place some berries on it as well. Repeat the steps and your quick and easy breakfast is ready to be enjoyed.
Blueberry flapjacks
Ingredients Fresh blueberries 150g flour 1 extra large egg 125ml buttermilk Pinch of salt 2 tbsp castor sugar 5ml baking powder 100g ricotta 1/4 cup of butter Syrup
Directions Sift flour, salt, baking powder and sugar together. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg and ricotta. In the centre of the dry ingredients make a well and pour in wet ingredients, mix gently until batter is smooth. Heat a non-stick frying pan on medium heat and fry spoonfuls of the batter. On the uncooked side, add some blueberries before flipping them over. Once cooked, remove from the pan and serve with syrup and fresh blueberries.
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FINANCIAL FITNESS
Massive
investment in housing
T
he Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF)
Lack of access to housing has been identified by the
through its investment manager Public Investment
National Development Plan as one of the challenges facing
Corporation (PIC) has announced an investment com-
South Africa.
mitment of R10.5 billion into SA Home Loans (SAHL). This is to facilitate housing financing for qualifying government employees and members of the public.
Abel Sithole, Principal Executive Officer of the GEPF, said: “We believe there are many GEPF members who often do not qualify for bank-issued housing loans and housing sub-
The investment aims to provide government employees
sidies offered by the government. We are, therefore, excited
and qualifying members of the public with end-user home
about this investment as it will enable many government
finance and development finance for approved affordable
employees to own their own houses at a much more afford-
housing projects.
able rate. Most importantly, we believe home ownership can
The investment comprises the following: • R5 billion for public service employees. • R2 billion for affordable housing end-user financing as defined in terms of the Financial Sector Code. • R2 billion to enable SAHL to extend home loans to qualifying home loan applicants. • R1.5 billion will be used to fund affordable housing developers.
restore people’s dignity.” The Government Employees Housing Scheme (GEHS), an agency of the Department of Public Services and Administration, will assist government employees to access funding from SAHL. Director-General of the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Mashwahle Diphofa, said: “The DPSA welcomes the participation of the GEPF through the PIC in
The investment in SAHL is part of the developmental in-
the GEHS. The GEHS housing finance access service seeks to
vestment mandate that the PIC is carrying out on behalf of
secure and deliver affordable and enabling housing finance
the GEPF. Specifically, this investment addresses the social
for government employees. It is even more pleasing to see
infrastructure element which has housing as one of the key
the PIC stepping forward as the first investor and participant
components.
in the GEHS housing finance service to bring this much-
Dr Claudia Manning, a member of the PIC Board, said: “The
neeed value-added service to government employees.”
PIC is intentionally implementing a developmental invest-
Interface systems between GEHS and SAHL have already
ment mandate, which primarily seeks to achieve two types of
been developed and are operational. Government employ-
returns, namely: financial and social returns. Financial return
ees may also approach SAHL directly to apply for home
means that PIC must generate profit for clients and social
loans.
return means our investments should positively affect the so-
Kevin Penwarden, Chief Executive Officer of SAHL, said:
cial conditions of the stakeholders. Our view is that members
“We are excited about this partnership. More than anything,
of the GEPF should benefit during their active working years
this investment is an expression of confidence in our service
and during retirement – and this is a social return. Investing
offering.”
in affordable housing finance schemes such as this, provides these members with a real benefit.”
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Source: GEPF
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CAR REVIEWS
Writer: Itumeleng Motuba
Going green with the Toyota Prius T he Toyota Prius was one of the cars that first introduced the hybrid movement. It was the poster
child for the revolution that saw the introduction
of environmentally friendly cars.
Now the new Prius model is creating much excitement among the environmentally conscious. We got to spend some time with this new kid on the block. Not only does it look great, but the new Prius also has more appeal with a much sportier and sharper design. The biggest and most evident change is definitely the improved engine which promises low fuel consumption. Toyota carried over the 1.8 litre Atkinson cycle motor from its predecessor but it has been improved to achieve better fuel economy.
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Toyota Auris Hybrid The Auris is the smaller, cooler hatchback version of the Prius. It makes a great alternative for those The petrol engine works in conjunction with two lightweight
looking for a cheaper, hipper option. It starts at
electric motor-generators and the total system produces 90 kW
R403 400 and offers 100 kW and 142 Nm of torque.
and 142 Nm of torque. The Prius runs solely on battery when in
They are similarly designed but the Auris is like
reverse and at lower speeds which comes in handy in heavy traf-
the popular younger brother to the nerdy Prius,
fic and will definitely save fuel. Toyota claims a fuel consumption
however, at the end of the day it is easy to tell that
of 3.7 l/100km.
they are from the same family.
It has great standard features such as the 7-inch touchscreen which is Bluetooth compatible. The Prius also has electronic windows and side mirrors, and the heated front seats are manually adjustable with electric lumbar adjustment for the driver. It is only natural that a car that is safe for the environment should put safety first in everything and it does. It is equipped with seven airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control and stability control. A rear reversing camera is also fitted, improving safety when backing out of a parking bay. It drives well and has a neatly packed and practical cabin like most Toyotas and is also a bit underwhelming. A USB port, auxiliary port and 12V socket are placed nearby for convenience. It is quite spacious and there is even enough legroom for passengers in the backseat. The boot comes at 502 litres. The Toyota Prius is priced from R427 200 and is sold with a threeyear/100 000 km warranty and five-year/90 000 km service plan. The hybrid battery carries an eight-year/195 000 km warranty. Service intervals are set at 15 000 km.
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BOOK REVIEWS
Supplied by: Knowledge Resources
Shaping Africa’s Talent, Edited by Terry Meyer
organisations do to build, develop and retain talent. The contributors com-
For Africa to realise its potential and
prise academics, consultants and or-
create the socio-economic condi-
ganisational leaders, all of whom have
tions that its people aspire to, it
a wealth of expertise and experience in
needs organisations that can com-
talent management. The contributors
pete in a fast-changing, complex
provide high-level strategic frameworks
global environment. This will only
and practical tools to implement talent
be achieved if African organisa-
management processes. Of particular in-
tions grow their talent and lead-
terest are the comprehensive case studies
ership skills to add to the pool of
from some of South Africa’s leading compa-
skills and talent on the continent.
nies, all of whom have had extensive experi-
In the modern economy, coun-
ence in Africa and globally. The case studies
tries, cities and organisations,
include those from Woolworths, Nedbank,
both public and private sector,
Discovery, Coca-Cola Sabco and Unilever.
need to make themselves “talent
Shaping Africa’s Talent is a must-read for
attractive” since talent and skills are a prerequisite for sustainable investment.
executives, leaders, HR professionals and academics who are responsible for building the continent's
This book provides insight into what leading thinkers and
Navigating Strategic Possibilities by Marius Ungerer, Gerard Ungerer and Johan Herholdt
next generation of organisations and talent.
force of the strategic choices an organisation makes to fulfil its future aspirations. In this book, the key strategic choices
This book uses multiple contemporary strategy perspectives
related to the competitive advantage and positioning of
and practices to give leaders and strategy practitioners deep
an organisation are presented in an integrated strategic
insights about the dynam-
architecture perspective. The book discusses the following
ics and options available
seven strategic architecture building blocks:
in developing good and
•
robust strategies. The
ing and ongoing momentum to the strategy of an organisa-
core of the book is about
tion.
stimulating new strate-
•
gic thinking and action to enhance the competNavigating strategic
• • •
an integral guiding
Strategy execution practices to make it a lived reality for stakeholders.
•
ership, as a part of this navigation journey, is
The development of multiple futures perspectives for an organisation.
invention of an organisation. Strategic lead-
Strategy formulation and development which include a menu of strategic options and choices to consider.
possibilities involves the invention and re-
The development of views on the external and internal strategic landscape and context of an organisation.
itiveness of a firm.
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Strategic leadership as a key capacity that gives life, mean-
Strategy renewal and innovation practices to refresh the strategy on a continuous basis.
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Entrepreneurial leadership and strategy practices to foster both entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship.
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TRAVEL
Writer: Sam Bradley
Golf courses for
the bucket list H
istorically, South Africa has fared very well on the in-
just about every tee are spectacular. However, golf-
ternational golf scene, producing many champion
ers won’t have too much time to admire the scenery,
golfers over the decades. The reasons for our country’s
as avoiding the well-placed bunkers and dams and
success in golf are not immediately clear, but they are probably
negotiating the complex greens require clear concen-
due to a combination of some of the following factors: a sunny
tration and steady stroke play. The course has wide
climate allowing more time to be spent outdoors, a sport-crazy
fairways, but golfers will regret straying into the thick
culture and plenty of top-quality golf courses.
bushveld rough. Thankfully, there are multiple tee box-
With such a wide range of beautiful courses available, we
es, making it an enjoyable round for golfers of all levels.
decided to take a virtual tour of the country, but with a twist.
Just as challenging is the Lost City Golf Course, a
Instead of simply selecting the best (and most expensive)
desert-style course also designed by Gary Player. With
courses, we’ve come up with a bucket list of the 10 golf cours-
28 000 square metres of spectacular water features,
es that best encapsulate everything South Africa has to offer.
players can expect to lose a few golf balls, and the 38
The Gary Player Golf Course at Sun City, North West
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crocodiles on hole 13 will ensure that they stay lost.
Probably South Africa’s most famous golf course due to the
Royal Cape Golf Club, Western Cape
hosting of the annual Nedbank Golf Challenge, this is the
In 1885, a meeting was held at the castle to create the
course every diehard golfer dreams of playing. Built in 1979
Cape Golf Club, the oldest golf club in Africa. Conditions
on an extinct volcanic crater, the views of the bushveld from
were rustic at best, and eight years later the course
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Set beneath Table Mountain, the Royal Cape Golf Club is the oldest golf club in South Africa.
moved to the Rondebosch Common. This proved just as challenging, as the common was open to the public so golfers needed to contend with walkers, horses galloping across the greens and football being played on the fairways (the bogey score for the course was set at over 100 strokes). In 1905, the course was moved again, to a more golf-friendly location, and since then the course has evolved into one of South Africa’s best, hosting the SA Open 10 times. The course is relatively flat, with the challenges coming from the many water hazards, the narrow tree-lined fairways and the near constant south easterly winds. The 14th hole is the signature hole, a par four with a dogleg right which is protected by two lakes next to the fairway and another one next to the green.
Like the city after which it is named, Kimberley Golf Club has played an important part in our country’s history.
Legend Golf & Safari Resort, Limpopo
have the honour of playing a course steeped in history. Found-
Legend’s Signature Golf Course isn’t a classically old or histori-
ed in 1890, the greens were made up of sand putting browns
cal course, but in a relatively short space of time, it’s managed
and later diamondiferous blue ground, while mats were used
to work its way onto every golfer’s bucket list for a number
for tees and dynamite was used to clear the fairways. The first
of reasons. The most famous reason is the record-breaking
South African golf championship was held there in 1892, and
19th hole. This par three hole is the world’s longest and high-
the club boasted famous members such as Cecil John Rhodes
est; a daunting 361 metres to the Africa-shaped green and at 400 metres high it is only accessible by helicopter. The course is also the longest
as well as a champion Scottish golfer and soldier Freddie Tait, who was killed during the Anglo-Boer War. In 1949, Kimberley also hosted the first South African
in South Africa, and each hole has been
Non-European Open Championship; a
designed by a golfing great such as
bold move during the apartheid regime.
Bernard Langer, Vijay Singh and Re-
The course is vastly different depend-
tief Goosen.
ing on the season, with the course
The total course length is 8 500
looking green and lush in summer but
metres which is a long way to have
dry in winter. Whatever the season,
to hit a golf ball, but guests will be
the course’s flat topography makes
entertained throughout by the stunning layout of the holes. There is a chance of bumping into herds of giraffe,
The Legend Golf & Safari Resort promises a round of golf that will be remembered for years to come.
zebra and antelope on the course. There is also a shorter Tribute Golf Course, a 10-hole par three course replicating some of the best in the world.
Kimberley Golf Club, Northern Cape Golfers stepping onto the first tee at the Kimberley Golf Club
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it an easier one, although it is slightly longer than average, at a length of 6 294 metres. However, it’s not the course
or its layout that gets Kimberley Golf Club onto our list, but rather the historic significance of the course (and the friendliness of the locals in the bar after the round). With green fees of under R300 per round, this is one of the better priced rounds of golf, and a fascinating walk through an important part of our country’s history. >>
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TRAVEL
Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club, Gauteng
effort, as not only is the golf course in immaculate condition
The Johannesburg Golf Club was formed in 1890, and moved
and a round of golf into one.
all year round, but it’s also a great way to combine a safari
locations four times during its first 20 years. In 1895, the club
The course is located on the edge of the Kruger National
began an annual Christmas Tournament with a trophy that
Park and nestled along the edge of the Crocodile River, so
was presented to the winning amateur, a tradition which still
it’s not uncommon to see wildlife during a round. Hippos
continues today as the Challenge Cup. The Prince of Wales
and crocodiles on the course are a common sight, as are
played the course in 1930, resulting in the ‘royal’ being added
giraffe, baboons and plenty of buck. It’s worth noting that
to the name the following year. In 1939, the course
lions did disrupt the building of the course back
expanded into two 18-hole courses, known as
in 1996, but since then the strong fence has
the east and the west courses.
kept them away.
The Kensington Golf Club, another
The par five 13th hole (Gary Player’s
club with a long and illustrious his-
favourite) is one of the spectacular
tory extending back more than 100
holes, finishing on a green elevated
years, merged with the Royal Johan-
high above the Crocodile River and
nesburg Golf Club in 1998.
looking out over the bushveld of the
Today, the east and the west cours-
Kruger National Park. Another beau-
es are known as the most prestigious
tiful hole is the par four 18th hole,
golf courses in Gauteng. The 10th and 11th holes on the east course are reputed
which has a challenging island green to
Durban Country Club, the old lady of South African golf.
to be the longest back-to-back par four holes in the world. The east course is rated as the slightly harder of the two, although the plentiful poplar trees and the water feature that run through the course will serve as beautiful distractions.
Leopard Creek Country Club, Mpumalanga
ensure a memorable finish to the round and a story for the clubhouse afterwards.
Rates are R3 500 per round, which includes a golf cart and halfway snacks.
Durban Country Club, KwaZulu-Natal Ernie Els referred to it as the “Old lady” of South African golf courses, and its history and accomplishments certainly back
Designed by Gary Player and created by businessman Johann
up the claim. Opened in 1922, the course has hosted SA Open
Rupert, this course is the ‘Augusta of Africa’, with no expense
Championships 17 times (more than any other course), its
spared in building a course spectacular in every way. Getting
third hole is rated the best third in the world and it is the only
onto the exclusive course is the first challenge a golfer will
African course rated in the Top 100 by Golf Magazine USA.
face, as only visitors staying in the nearby lodges can play
The course was originally built on sand dunes and the
(and then only on weekdays). However, it is well worth the
fairways still have large undulations which make for many interesting and challenging shots. Add in a combination of narrow fairways, lush vegetation and some tricky cross-winds from the nearby Indian Ocean, and you have a course that can test the best of them. There are many iconic holes on the course, none more so than the world-famous par five third hole, which starts from a high point with beautiful views out over the Indian Ocean, hitting out onto a narrow fairway bordered by sand and trees before finding a green also well protected by trees. The par three 12th hole is named The Prince of Wales after
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Prince Edward managed to take 16 shots here in 1924. It sounds like a bizarre accomplishment, but any mirth will soon turn to sympathy when a golfer sees the green precariously perched on a hill with steep slopes on either side of it. The 17th hole has some large undulations on the fairway which provides a pretty good idea of what golf would be like on the moon, and the 18th hole finishes off the round on a tempting note with a short but tricky 251 metre par four that begs the golfer to be daring and go for the green.
Myles Morford teeing off at the Umdoni Park Golf Club.
The Links at Fancourt, Western Cape
a chance to finish with some long downhill drives and beauti-
The Links at Fancourt is firstly a feat of engineering, with over
ful views. The course has hosted the SA Open twice and has
700 000 cubic metric tonnes of earth moved to transform an
consistently been voted as one of the country’s best.
airstrip into a links golf course. Designed by Gary Player, the course will challenge all levels of golfers with its well-placed
Umdoni Park Golf Club, KwaZulu-Natal
hazards, undulating fairways, tricky greens and clever pin lo-
Umdoni Park Golf Club has a long and interesting history.
cations. The end result is a stunning and challenging dune-
Named after the indigenous Umdoni tree, the course was
style landscape that could easily have its location mistaken
built in the 1920s along with the main residence, which was
for Scotland, if not for the large mountain range overlooking
presented to the Prime Minister Louis Botha as a winter sea-
the course. The unique hole is probably the par three second
side residence. The second nine holes were added a few years
hole, which features a bunker in the middle of a large green,
later, and visitors can now enjoy a challenging and beautiful
although all of the holes present different and unique chal-
round surrounded by nature. Set over a spacious 150 hectares
lenges.
of land, the front nine offers spectacular views out over the
The entire package at The Links at Fancourt is designed to be luxurious, with a five-star clubhouse, large practice area
Indian Ocean, while the back nine takes the golfer through some challenging forest terrain.
and expert caddies all on hand to enhance the experience.
The course is short by modern standards at 5 560 metres in
The course was made famous as the host of the 2003 Presi-
length, but the hilly terrain means that players are often aim-
dent’s Cup between the USA and the rest of the world, when
ing at elevated greens, making distance control a challenge.
the tournament was dramatically tied after Ernie Els and Tiger
The thick forest also means that golfers can’t stray far from the
Woods could not be separated even after three playoff holes.
fairways, and there are also a few water traps to be navigated.
Erinvale Golf Club, Western Cape Tucked away in a corner of Somerset West and sheltered be-
The greens are big, well-kept and great to putt on, and the round finishes on a high with the spectacular 18th hole teeing off to memorable views out over the ocean.
neath the Helderberg Mountains in the Western Cape, lies
Just an hour along the South Coast from Durban, the course
Erinvale Golf Estate. The history of the area dates back to 1685,
is open to visitors all year round (and at under R300 per round,
when the Dutch East India Company set up an outpost there.
it's good value for money). Golf carts are recommended both
To South African golf fans, it is better known as the site of
for the hot and humid climate as well as the hilly topography.
South Africa’s golfing world cup victory, when in 1996 Wayne
The hardest part to drawing up any list is deciding what to
Westner and Ernie Els won the event by a record 18 strokes.
leave out, and to exclude iconic courses such as the Fish River
This Gary Player-designed course has two distinct sections,
Sun, Pezula, Simola, Arabella, St Francis Links, Pearl Valley and
with the front nine flatter and requiring accurate approach
Pinnacle Point (to name a few) from a golfing list feels like a
shots, while the back nine offers some strenuous exercise and
dreadful omission. However, all that this does is further em-
sweeping sea and mountain vistas. The last few holes are the
phasise the abundance of great golf courses we are blessed
most memorable, as players head towards the clubhouse with
with in South Africa.
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grooming and style
Writer: Gilda Narsimdas
Make a statement
with knitwear Winter is almost over but knitwear is certainly still fashionable. There are so many choices, from texture and length, to prints and colours. We look at how you can make knits work for you.
1 – Pair this contrast pink and black cardigan from Revenge, Spree, R699, with these plain black jersey leggings from H&M, R149.
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2 – Another stunning combination is a long trenchstyle knit, like this navy blue one from Brave Soul, Spree, R369, with these distressed Soviet jeans, Spree, R769.
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3 – Instead of a plain jersey, opt for a printed one like this floral from Queenspark, for R599 to go with these curvy bootleg jeans from Utopia, R295. Both are available on Zando.co.za 4 – This beautiful jacquard jacket from H&M, R599, is perfect for work when paired with these suit trousers, also from H&M, R299.
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5 – This J Crew, Zando.co.za, button-up cardigan, R550, goes perfectly with either casual or formal wear. Try it with dark slim regular tapered jeans, H&M, R249. 6 – Dress down with this J Crew V-neck printed jersey, Zando.co.za, R359, paired with chinos or this Levi’s Hybrid trousers, Zando.co.za,
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R799. 7 – This zip-up H&M jersey, R599, paired with distressed jeans from Markham, R650, are perfect for casual days. 8 – If you prefer not to wear something too bulky, opt for a sleeveless vest over a crisp white shirt like this blue one, Rob Roy, Spree, R279, with this H&M slim fit trousers, R399.
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Nice-to-haves
Writer: Nicholas Francis
Gadgets for the health conscious E ating healthy means spending time in the kitchen to ensure that all the right ingredients go into a wholesome meal or snack. However, with the right gadgets, you can whip up a nutritious food in no time. We have selected a few gadgets that will help you cut down on the preparation time and still enjoy a healthy meal.
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The best way to start your day is with fresh juice. Toss your favourite fruit or vegetables in the large feeder chute and the Braun 800 watts Identity Collection Juicer will make you a healthy beverage. R1 599.
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The Kambrook Yoghurt Maker is easy to use. Mix plain yoghurt with some fresh fruit and let this nifty device do all the work for you. You can enjoy your creation as a topping for muesli in the morning or as a snack throughout the day. R239.
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Your healthy eating routine just got a little bit tastier with the Safeway Health Grill. The grill allows you to enjoy your favourite meals without the unhealthy fat. All the excessive grease is drained away by the non-stick slanted grill and into the drip tray. R245.
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The Philips Daily Collection Steamer comes with a unique aroma infuser, which brings food to life. The heat from the steam releases the delicate aromas of the herbs and spices, which infuse food with delicious flavours. R599.
For fast, fresh and delicious blended drinks on the go, try the Safeway Gym Blender. Simply pop your ingredients in the bottle, attach it to the blending blades and with the touch of a button, give it a whizz. Attach the BPA-free clip-on lid and you're good to go. R199.
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