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OR TAMBO, AN ACTIVIST, TEACHER, LAWYER, NATURAL BORN LEADER, THE FIRST COMMANDER IN CHIEF OF MILITARY VETERANS IN EXILE The Department of Military Veterans honours OR Tambo, the leader who nurtured military veterans during their dark days in exile. OR Tambo – an activist, teacher, lawyer, an internationalist and a natural born leader – was born on 27 October in 1917 in Nkantolo village, Bizana in Pondoland. He had a normal peasant upbringing, as all boys in that region at the time under the British colony.
OR TAMBO IN EXILE
In January 1962 OR Tambo met a delegation from home in Tanzania, that had slipped out of the country.
Formation of UMkhonto WeSizwe In
1961
schooling
after
many
and
They explained to him the details years
working
as
of a
teacher, lawyer and activist, OR
of the decision to launch MK and armed operations, and the need to cooperate closely with alliances
Tambo left his country of birth
in this process. The delegation
after the liberation movement’s
worked
NEC mandate that ordered Tambo
the External Mission under the
to head its diplomatic mission and
new circumstances whereby OR
to
Tambo had to develop diplomatic
communicate
to
the
world
the situation in South Africa. For
out
a
programme
for
support for MK.
decades he lived in a foreign land. As head of Mission in Exile, he had to oversee the growing number of liberation movements in exile, the uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) military camps, fundraising, the setting up of ANC offices around the world, the welfare of ANC cadres (in
OR TAMBO – The Diplomat and Negotiator During
his
years
as
the
head
of the organisation, OR Tambo negotiated
with
a
number
of
countries for assistance in order to
exile) as well as interact with the
sustain the number of exiles across
international community.
Africa and abroad.
UN PRESENTATION – 11 October 1963 OR Tambo made a speech at the UN Resolution XVIII of 11 October 1963, calling on the South African government to release all political prisoners. OR Tambo addressed the UN where his passionate plea for the release of political prisoners received a standing ovation.
PERSUASION OF KK KAUNDA OR Tambo persuaded President Kenneth Kaunda of Zambia not to support Savimbi of UNITA with broadcasting understood
facilities; the
as
he
revolutionary
conflict of the support. During this period President Kaunda did not see the conflict of interest in supporting the Southern African
ADVERTORIAL
movements
(South
Oliver Reginald Kaizana Tambo
liberation
Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe).
UNLOCKING OF WALVIS BAY (WINDHOEK) OR
Tambo’s
leadership
and
negotiation skills assisted during the stalemate in South Africa and Namibia’s negotiations, wherein apartheid
SA
wanted
Walvis
Bay as part of South Africa. OR Tambo’s witty leadership helped former President Nujoma to win the negotiations on Walvis Bay. the organisation wanted for the
and fair when dealing with issues.
The Freedom Fighter – Wankie Campaign
future. OR Tambo had consistently
His humility and compassion made
advocated support for a multiparty
him a father figure to all women in
At
democracy and an entrenched
the camps. He called them “The
Bill of Rights.
almighty few”. By recognising their
the
same
time,
MK
and
Zimbabwe People’s Revolutionary Army
(ZIPRA)
began
to
voices, he could name 522 women
work
together with the aim of infiltrating
Also in 1987 OR Tambo, together
in the camps. OR Tambo always
Rhodesia
(now
with
and
advised women on development
1968
Tambo
Zimbabwe).
In
others,
covert
and life skills, as well as constantly
the MK group on a number of
mission by MK known as Operation
reminding them not to lose focus
occasions when they went on
Vula.
and
reconnaissance expeditions along
operatives to infiltrate into the
of leaving the country for the
the Zambezi River, sleeping in the
country
betterment of South Africa.
open with the group. OR Tambo
establishing networks and arms
named
caches.
OR
the
accompanied
group
the
Luthuli
headed
a
conceived
OR to
top-secret Tambo work
chose
the
underground,
He
was
very
their
sacrifice
thoughtful
–
on
foreign travels he would bring
Detachment, in honour of Chief railway accident in July 1967 in
OR TAMBO ON WOMEN’S ISSUES
Groutville, Natal (now KwaZulu-
OR
Natal).
of
Luthuli who was killed in a tragic
applauded
Tambo
was
mindful
was the first significant military
commissioned a Code of Conduct
founding fathers of South Africa’s
campaign
that saw that women’s rights were
liberation
respected and upheld by all in the
democracy. Today South Africa
organisation. He tried to ensure
prides itself with layers of political,
Operation Vula
that the abuse of women was
military, cultural and economic
In 1987 Tambo appointed a high-
eradicated.
leaders
for
the
Campaign liberation
movement.
powered
commission
of
of
very
OR Tambo was one of the key
Wankie
rights
knew each needed.
He
The
the
each woman an item that he
women.
and
legal
and
who
developed
were by
OR
He was a hero, a father, a man of
to
to reflect the kind of country
great dignity, and a friend to all in
positions across gender.
www.dmv.gov.za Call centre: 080 232 3244 328 Festival Street Hatfield, Pretoria
strategic
mentored
people to draw up a Constitution
the camps. He was confident, firm
occupy
constitutional
Tambo
leadership
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Public sector appointments Who is new on Persal?
80
Book reviews Books to help managers succeed in their daily duties
Features Regulars 10
Conversations with leaders Transport Minister Joe Maswanganyi is driving transport development
14
Profiles in leadership CEO of the National Development Agency, Thamo Mzobe, is passionate about fighting poverty Women in the public sector The Competition Commission’s Nompucuko Nontombana on being the public’s watchdog
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Trailblazer Lieutenant-Commander Thandeka Motsene is making waves onboard the SAS Isandlwana
28
In other news News you need to know when you are on the go
30
Vital statistics Fast facts at your fingertips
32
Provincial focus The Eastern Cape has been identified as one of the country’s key energy hubs
37
Upcoming events A look at local and international events for your diary and information
38
International relations President Jacob Zuma talks about South Africa’s desire to seek bigger benefits for Africa in the global economy
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40
Celebrating a visionary leader This year South Africa celebrates the centenary of one of the country’s greatest leaders, OR Tambo
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OR Tambo – A life of sacrifice Kingsley Makhubela, CEO of Brand South Africa, remembers the valuable lessons he learnt from OR Tambo
50
Breakthrough in HIV treatment pricing A ground-breaking pricing agreement will fast-track the availability of the first affordable, generic, singlepill HIV treatment
52
Vision 2030 driving SA’s agenda The National Development Plan is in its fifth year and achieving much success
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Gautrain to expand its reach Plans are underway to add new routes and new trains to connect more Gauteng communities
60
Making SA investor friendly How South Africa is working hard to attract investors and improve their experience of doing business in the country
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feature from the Minister Message
Living OR Tambo’s legacy
“A
great giant that strode the globe like a
ANC and raised the international reputation of the
colossus” – those were the words one of
ANC to one of great prestige.”
South Africa’s icons – former President Nel-
Tambo and his family spent 30 years in exile. When he
son Mandela – used to describe another of the country’s
went into exile he understood that upon his shoulders
greatest sons, Oliver Reginald Tambo.
rested the responsibility of creating a unified front in
This year and in October, in particular, South Africa
the fight against apartheid. He spent his life driven by
celebrates the centenary of this “great giant”, who was
a revolutionary fire and spirit to bring people together
born on 27 October 1917 and was the longest serving
to overcome this injustice.
President of the ANC, holding that position from 1969 to 1991.
If you speak to the many people he had a profound impact on, or those who had the privilege of learning
It’s an opportune time for us to reflect on the life of
at his feet, they will tell you that Tambo nurtured and
one of the founding fathers of
brought the best out of those
our democracy and the many
around him.
lessons we can learn from him.
His warmth and his wisdom
Tambo was a freedom fighter,
earned him the love and respect
global fighter against racism
of his comrades. He believed in
and sexism, science teacher,
the value of education and the
choral music lover and commu-
strength of diversity. He under-
nicator par excellence. He was
stood the strength of women
a global colossus who strode
and created opportunities for
the globe so that we can be
them to prove their worth.
free, promoting African unity
These are all qualities we
and deepening ties of solidarity
should all aspire to as we go
between us and the world.
about our work in the public
Tambo was selfless, driven by a mission to ensure the liberation of not only South Africa, but
service. Minister of Communications Ayanda Dlodlo.
other nations as well.
Sadly, Tambo never got to see the birth of our democracy, as he suffered a fatal stroke on
He was also a pioneer, forming
24 April 1993. But we are forever
the first black law partnership with his great friend,
indebted to him and his legacy lives on in our Consti-
Madiba, in 1951.
tution.
In 1960, after the Sharpeville Massacre, the ANC
A number of events will take place this month to
feared increased attacks on their members and
commemorate the legacy and centenary of Tambo.
Tambo was asked by the ANC to travel abroad and set
But, as public servants, we should ask ourselves what
up its international mission and mobilise international
are we doing as individuals to honour his legacy.
opinion against the apartheid regime, according to the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation. “During his time abroad he was instrumental in the
We should embrace Tambo’s values daily in the work that we do, as these will help to propel us forward to unite and build the country that he envisioned. “A sin-
establishment of ANC missions globally, covering 27
gle, united, democratic and nonracial state, belonging
countries by 1990. He helped lobby support for the
to all who live in it,” as he said in April 1983.
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Message froM the acting director-general
Building a caring society
A
s the country marks Social Development Month
poverty, made education accessible to every child,
in October, we can reflect on the significant pro-
and improved universal access to healthcare. In
gress we have made in improving the welfare of
responding to the HIV and AIDS epidemic, we devel-
those families and children who are in need. Thanks to
oped and rolled out the largest antiretorivral pro-
the social programmes put in place by our democratic
gramme in the world, including one of the largest
government, older South Africans and people with dis-
and most successful campaigns to prevent mother-
abilities are also more secure.
to-child transmission.
American civil rights activist Pearl S Buck once
The aim of the country’s social programmes has
wrote: “Our society must make it right and possible
always been to ensure that no South African is left
for old people not to fear the young or be deserted
behind, and to reaffirm the belief expressed in the
by them, for the test of a civilization is the way that
Freedom Charter – “The people shall share in the
it cares for its helpless members”. At the birth of
country’s wealth”.
South Africa’s democratic dispensation, government
We continue to make significant progress in pro-
embraced a developmental framework to address a
moting the welfare of our citizens, however, many
history of underdevelopment.
needs and challenges remain. Research by Statistics
South Africa is spending more than R150 billion on
South Africa shows that the discomforts of poverty
social safety net grants. Of every R100 spent on so-
are most heavily visited on women. In fact, you are
cial programmes, R42 goes towards family and child
most likely to be poor if you are uneducated, young,
grants. The share for pensioners is R41, while R16
Black and female.
goes to the sick and disabled. The remaining rand is
South Africa’s social safety net is expansive, but
held in reserve to fund emergency relief in the event
there is still work to be done and people who need
of a natural disaster.
our help and support.
We have succeeded in raising families out of
Real community development is dependent on government reaching out and speaking to the communities we serve. We must work to create awareness of our programmes that tackle challenges such as poverty and access to education, among others. It is through listening to the concerns of communities that we will improve service delivery. There is a month of activities planned that will draw in the partners that we must work with to ensure that we build on our success. We must, as public servants, use this month to reach out to communities, business and civil society to ensure that no part of our country remains out of our reach. Consider this the month when we begin to work smarter in raising awareness about development programmes and speed up the pace of building
Phumla Williams, GCIS Acting Director-General.
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caring and sustainable communities.
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conversations with the leaders
Writer: Chris Bat hembu Photographer: Siyabulela Duda
Transpor t Minister Joe Maswanganyi.
Transport
driving development
W
hen Transport Minister Joe Mas-
appreciate the role of transport in the
wanganyi (51) leaves govern-
country’s economic growth and that the
ment, he wants to pursue his
integration of the country’s public trans-
other passion, which is teaching students
port, as envisaged in the National Devel-
at universities. With two Master’s degrees
opment Plan (NDP), becomes a reality.
and on his way to completing his PhD, he
Dzwerani Village in the Vhembe District of
search department.
Limpopo
But, for now, the Minister is focusing on
The Minister has vast experience in gov-
ensuring that South Africa’s roads are safe
ernment, having served the country and
and that transport continues to support
his province in various capacities.
the country's economy. With October being Transport Month,
10
Minister Maswanganyi was born in
can easily walk into any lecture hall or re-
As Minister of Transport, he is responsible for the country’s physical transport
Minister Maswanganyi and his team have
infrastructure and the entire transportation
their hands full rolling out campaigns
system. From road to rail and marine, it all
aimed at ensuring that South Africans
falls on his shoulders. It’s a difficult task, he
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
admits, but one he’s determined to execute to the best of his abilities.
“We have projects that we are implementing along the coast in KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape and Eastern Cape because we believe in the potential of our oceans, so the
Raising awareness
President will be inspecting progress in that regard,” says
Since his appointment in March this year, Minister Mas-
Minister Maswanganyi.
wanganyi has had to deal with many complex issues
The President will also be opening a bridge on the N1
ranging from problems at the Passenger Rail Agency of
outside Polokwane and unveiling the statue of Oliver
South Africa to taxi conflicts and e-toll issues in Gauteng.
Tambo at OR Tambo International Airport. There are other
But, he says, his focus this month is on ensuring that the
various projects that MECs and Premiers will be pursuing.
department uses this time to raise awareness about the
The Department of Transport is among the government
various programmes government is rolling out to deliver
departments playing a key role in the OR Tambo cente-
world-class transport infrastructure in South Africa.
nary project and the statue is one of the many initiatives
This is underpinned by the NDP, which notes that an efficient public transport system will contribute to socio-
that will see the transformation of the airport to resemble the values of the late struggle stalwart.
economic development that will lead to job creation and improved access to markets. “The month of October is very important for us as a
Road safety Apart from focusing on infrastructure, the Minister and his
department to highlight the critical role that the trans-
team will be out in full force this month, rolling out road
port sector plays in our economy and, indeed, our daily
safety campaigns. South Africa is regarded as one of the
lives. It is also a time we use to raise awareness about
most dangerous countries in the world to drive in, with
road safety and how to be responsible on our roads. We
fatalities increasing every year.
highlight the role of transport in job creation and poverty alleviation,” the Minister says. The Transport Month campaign also advances the
Human error contributes more than 90 percent of all road accidents in the country. Cabinet recently adopted the National Road Safety Strategy, which seeks to com-
country’s road safety initiatives including the 365-Day
prehensively deal with the carnage on the roads. But Min-
Road Safety initiative, in line with the United Nations Dec-
ister Maswanganyi believes that no road safety strategy
ade of Action 2011-2020 campaign, aimed at reducing
will work if members of society do not take responsibility
road deaths across the world by half at the turn of the
for their own safety on the roads.
decade.
“It cannot be a government campaign alone. It is for all of us to get involved because the problem with road
Key transport month campaigns
deaths is mainly because of human behaviour. If people
One of the most significant projects the department will
can change their conduct surely the rate of fatalities will
be focusing on in October is President Jacob Zuma’s visit
drop.
to KwaZulu-Natal, where he will be inspecting progress made with the rollout of the oceans economy.
“Surely, we can control things like speeding, the use of technological gadgets while driving and also pedestri-
Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy, an initiative
ans who cross the roads where they shouldn’t and walk-
unveiled two years ago, will be the main driving force
ing when drunk. If we can deal with all of this behaviour
behind initiatives to unlock the economic potential of the
surely, we can address the problem,” the Minister muses.
country’s oceans. Experts say if South Africa fully takes advantage of the
He says government is doing enough to fix roads to minimise accidents but human behaviour is still a problem.
immense potential of its oceans, more than R30 billion
More than R3.5 billion has been budgeted to expand the
can be added to the country’s economy over the next
notorious Moloto Road, which connects Gauteng, Mpu-
four years, leading to the creation of 70 000 jobs.
malanga and Limpopo. The road is known for its many
Transportation is a component of the oceans economy.
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
accidents and the Minister says when work
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conversations with the leaders
is complete, the accident rate on Moloto Road should
Public transport subsidy
drop significantly.
Another difficult issue Minister Maswanganyi has had
He adds that Moloto Road will be widened and will not
to deal with since taking office is the issue of subsidies
be tolled. In addition, the introduction of trains along that
for mini-bus taxis. Subsidising mini-bus taxis has been a
route ought to alleviate congestion on the busy road.
topic of discussion for many years but its implementation has proven difficult. Currently government subsidises only
Aarto Bill
buses and trains.
In a bid to curtail reckless driving and the use of unroad-
Given that 68 percent of commuters in South Africa use
worthy vehicles, the Minister submitted the Administrative
taxis, the Minister believes that it’s time for government to
Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) Bill to Parlia-
seriously look at the issue of public transport subsidies,
ment. The Bill is intended to deal severely with motorists
particularly for mini-bus taxis.
who fail to adhere to the laws of the road.
“We have raised the matter at government level, we
Once the Bill becomes law, authorities are expected to
are having discussions with the taxi industry from time to
be very strict and to show zero tolerance for unroadwor-
time and we believe that a solution will be found, includ-
thy vehicles.
ing engaging National Treasury on the availability of
Culprits will have their licence discs confiscated and
funds because it won’t be cheap to implement.”
drivers’ licenses suspended. There will also be changes in how victims of road accidents are compensated.
Future focus While Minister Maswanganyi acknowledges that he
Government has introduced a new Road Accident
inherited a department with serious and complex issues
Benefit Scheme to replace the current Road Accident
that need to be resolved, he believes the country’s trans-
Fund. Minister Maswanganyi says loopholes in the current
port sector is still strong enough to support an economy
Road Accident Fund have opened the scheme to abuse,
of South Africa’s size.
particularly by the legal fraternity.
“Our main focus going forward is really on radical eco-
“Most of the money that the beneficiaries claim goes to
nomic transformation in the transport sector. How do we
the middle-men, who are the lawyers and under the new
make sure transport contributes to better the lives of our
scheme, claimants will have direct access to the scheme
people?” The Minister says his focus is on ensuring that
to claim for themselves and avoid the middle-man and
transport empowers previously disadvantaged citizens
there will be less abuse by lawyers”, explains the Minister,
both economically and socially.
adding that the RAF currently faces R7 billion in litigation.
“We want to bring more women and more young
He believes the new scheme, where there will be direct
people into the transport sector and ensure that there
interaction between government and claimants, will help
are more black people in rail and aviation and there is
the department avoid such litigation cases.
progress in that regard,” he says.
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Public Sector Manager • October 2017
Public sector governance
The course
Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa is delighted to announce the launch of a public sector governance module. The public sector occupies an important place in our society. Because many people depend on the services provided by the public sector such as education, health, security, and electricity it goes without saying that public sector governance is essential to the general well-being of our society. There are many types of public sector entities such as state-owned companies, national and provincial departments, and municipalities. The governance of all of these entities is critical. However many officials in these entities have never been trained in good governance. They are expected to acquire this knowledge without adequate preparation. This course aims to fill this gap in exposing public sector officials to a thorough understanding of what good governance entails. The public sector governance module is at NQF 8 level, which develops individual knowledge while enhancing decision-making skills. NQF 8
Through the programme, students will be provided with theoretical and practical competencies in public sector governance.
Who will benefit? Employees in the public sector in state-owned companies, national and provincial government departments, and municipalities.
Employees in the private sector who deal with the public sector.
What does it cover? The structures and processes of government
The role of decision-makers
Shareholders and stakeholders
Public sector accountability mechanisms
Key decision-making
Principles of good governance within the public sector
Structure of public sector
Stakeholder theory; the
The Auditor General
and executive structures
King Codes; accountability
entities; charters; CEOs and
government as shareholder;
and National Treasury;
in government; the doctrine
and transparency;
DGs; boards and directors.
performance agreements.
ombudsmen, commissions,
of collective responsibility;
governance models, ethics,
supply chain management;
types of public sector entities.
values and consequences.
PFMA and MFMA.
How do I apply? Applicants must have a tertiary qualification, such as the CSSA Professional Advanced Qualification in Management and Administration or a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have the ability to learn independently. This module can be taken as a stand-alone module or as part of the Post-Graduate Professional Qualification: Corporate Secretaryship and Governance (NQF8, SAQA ID 60654), which includes the following modules: Corporate Secretaryship
Corporate Financial Management
Corporate Administration
Module Fee for 2017 (stand-alone module) is R2 170. Most public sector entities offer bursaries to their employees.
Assessment Assessment is by way of a written 3 hour examination. Completion of the full qualification allows the holder to become a member of Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa and hold the prestigious title of Chartered Secretary.
Further details can be found on the website:
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www.chartsec.co.za
be addressed to students@chartsec.co.za
Profiles in leadershiP
Writer: Nolut hando Motswai Photographer: Kopano Tlape
Fighting poverty together
A
s South African communities battle against the burden of poverty, the National Development Agency (NDA) has stepped into their corner,
ready to offer support, skills and funding where it is needed. With the country marking Social Development Month in October, PSM spoke to Thamo Mzobe, CEO of the NDA, to find out more about how the agency is making a difference in the lives of South Africans. The NDA is an agency that falls under the Department of Social Development. It is tasked with the responsibility of contributing towards the eradication of poverty and its causes in South Africa. It grants funds to civil society organisations for the purpose of implementing development projects of poor communities and strengthening the institutional capacity of other civil society organisations that provide services to poor communities, among others. According to Mzobe, the organisation’s role is that of providing a conduit for grants, keeping a database for civil society, strengthening capacity-building for civil society, and ensuring there is partnership and stakeholder engagement for resource mobilisation. Mzobe and her team are working on a robust plan that calls on all government departments to work together with the NDA on programmes that are meant to better the lives of South Africans and eradicate poverty.
Radical economic transformation Thamo Mzobe, CEO of t he NDA .
When President Jacob Zuma spoke about radical economic transformation during his State of the Nation Address, the NDA saw an opportunity for small, micro and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs) to play a part in the economy.
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For Mzobe, the President’s speech inspired her to embrace this as a challenge for the NDA to take on. She realised that the NDA could put the President’s words into action by assisting SMMEs and cooperatives. Apart from supporting non-profit organisations, the NDA also awards grants to cooperatives to contribute
cost about R2 000 per child, with some cooperatives even manufacturing shoes. Mzobe says cooperatives are very close to her heart because some of those that the NDA has assisted are now mini factories. “My favourite part of the cooperative is their ability to
towards alleviating and eradicating poverty in their
strike business deals with schools in their areas. They no
communities.
longer wait for orders from Sassa.
Mzobe adds that working closely with the Department
“When it comes to entrepreneurship, we as a country
of Social Development she was able to facilitate radical
have a lot of potential. We support cooperatives so it’s
economic empowerment by ensuring that coopera-
not only one person who benefits … there are direct
tives manufacture school uniforms that the South Afri-
and indirect beneficiations for the community.”
can Social Security Agency (Sassa) distributes. “In 2015 we identified about 1 007 cooperatives. We profiled them in terms of their governance, capacity
The NDA provides an enabling environment for cooperatives to do business. “This means if people come together and request
and interest. We wanted to establish a market which is
assistance to start a sewing company we buy them the
controlled by Social Development, through Sassa, for
machines and then provide them with a market to sell
school uniforms.
their products to. We unlock potential in cooperatives.”
“Out of this figure over 800 cooperatives were able to supply schools with uniforms which were assured by
In the past financial year, the NDA assisted about 70 cooperatives in this way.
South African Bureau of Standards. This means that the Department of Social Development spent over R100 mil-
ECD centres a pillar for education
lion, which was paid to small businesses for supplying
Another critical element of the NDA’s work is Early
uniforms,” Mzobe explains.
Childhood Development (ECD) centres, which are pil-
The value has since accumulated. In 2017, over R206 million of the Social Development budget has benefited about 1 800 cooperatives involved in producing school uniforms, and food production. One full school uniform comprises 18 items, which
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
lars of education and important in unlocking a child’s potential. “Understanding the investment in a child and unlocking the potential at a very early stage is very important.” Mzobe says the NDA looks at ECD centres
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holistically in terms of a child's mental and physical
ing on the management of an ECD centre, particularly
development. “This is an asset and if well nurtured at
in the areas of governance, financial management,
an early stage will yield great potential for our country,”
fundraising, human resource management, report-writ-
she says.
ing and how to register with the provincial departments
Mzobe adds that during the first 1 000 days of a
of Social Development.
child’s life their minds can quickly absorb important information. Getting access to quality education at this stage is essential. ECD programmes also advocate that children who are exposed to the programmes must have access to quality food and to an environment that allows the growth of potential. Mzobe says that if South Africa gets the ECD programme right, the country will not experience entrepreneurial challenges nor struggle to produce scientists because the child’s potential and resilience is built at this level. She adds that for children to flourish academically, nutrition and a balanced diet are also important.
One ECD centre, one food garden The NDA promotes the concept of “One ECD centre, one food garden”. Food gardens make it possible to provide fresh vegetables to ECD facilities, home-based centres, rural communities and school feeding schemes. The NDA also provides skills development and training related to the benefits of good nutrition. ECD centres have been recognised as one of the most powerful tools in breaking the cycle of poverty in South Africa. Lack of opportunities and interventions, or poor-quality interventions during early childhood, can significantly disadvantage young children and diminish their potential for success. The NDA focuses mostly on ECD centres situated in rural areas, informal settlements and farm areas, where the levels of poverty are very high and parents have no means or access to structured ECDbased programmes. Mzobe adds that her organisation focuses on build-
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Public Sector Manager • October 2017
INVESTING IN THE FUTURE GENERATION
T
he empowerment of youth remains one of the key pillars of Armscor, a state enterprise that is committed to advancing the strategic initiatives of a developmental state as defined in the National Development Plan (NDP) of
2030; thus, assist in eradicating poverty, inequality and unemployment. It is against this backdrop that Armscor embarked on a nationwide partnership with schools and institutions of higher learning to explore sustainable ways of assisting teachers and learners, mainly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects. The aim is to provide programmes that enhance learners’ education in the STEM subjects in order to secure skilled resources for the organisation and the defence industry in general. The programme also seeks to expose learners to the various engineering and technical career opportunities that are available in the defence industry and related sectors.
ARMSCOR PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNERS THROUGH THE FOLLOWING OPPORTUNITIES LEARNER ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMMES Learner enhancement programmes focusing on teacher support in curriculum delivery, learner support programme focusing on extra classes, tools and other means of delivering STEM subjects to needy schools across the country. BURSARIES Armscor offers bursaries to suitably qualified South African learners who are interested in registering at South African Universities or Universities of Technology to study careers focused primarily in the science and engineering fields. INTERNSHIP / APPRENTICESHIP Armscor provides internships to graduates who have completed their studies in both technical and support areas. DESUP The Defence Engineering and Science University Programme (DESUP) is a Department of Defence project that seeks to enhance the military effectiveness of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) by augmenting the relevant student output whilst also improving equity in relation to disability, gender and race to develop an innovative Defence Science, Engineering and Technology (DSET) industry.
CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Cor. Delmas Drive & Nossob Street Erasmuskloof Ext. 4 Pretoria 0001 Postal Address: Private Bag x337 Pretoria 0001 Contact Information: Tel: +27 12 428 1911 Fax: +21 12 428 5635 Email : info@armscor.co.za Website: www.armscor.co.za
Profiles in leadership
“This assists centres to comply with the norms and standards of the Department of Social Development.” Upgrading the infrastructure of ECD centres is also an important element in ensuring infrastructural norms and standards, which creates an environment that is conducive to learning and safe.
This and that How do you relax? I love Thai massages.
What type of music do you enjoy? Gospel and classic music.
If you were not in your current job what
Training of ECD staff
would you be doing?
Mzobe says that ECD principals, supervisors, practitioners,
I would be a very active community worker.
cooks and governing body members are appropriately
What is your favourite holiday destina-
trained and skilled to benefit the centres' programmes for
tion?
young children.
I love travelling in our African continent.
She adds that ECD educators are also guided by a curriculum with teaching standards that must be attained. “Their curriculum covers most of Grade R ... ECD centres are a public good and every child needs to have equitable access to ECD. It’s supposed to be a standard practice across the board,” says Mzobe.
Ethiopia is my favourite. I love tranquil mountainous farm settings. Ngome in KwaZulu-Natal is another lovely destination.
What is the slogan that you live by? Be the change that you want to see in the world.
Be the change you want to see October is Social Development Month but Mzobe believes: “We should live Social Development Month every day be-
Thamo Mzobe was appointed CEO of the
cause this is enshrined in our National Development Plan
NDA in November 2016.
(NDP). When the NDP says active citizenry it’s clearly indicat-
Prior to this, she was seconded to the Office
ing the importance of helping each other and starting some-
of the Minister at the Department of Social
thing because it’s good for a fellow South African.
Development, where she was Senior Man-
“Let’s be aware of the resources that we have in our country. Let’s use them to care, support and nurture each other”, she adds.
ager: Cooperatives Unit. Mzobe has also held the position of Senior Manager in the Office of the CEO, responsible for stakeholder relations and partnerships
Touching the lives of South Africans
within the NDA. She has also been the pro-
Mzobe says she is proud of the work she does because her
vincial manager at the NDA’s KwaZulu-Natal
organisation is touching people’s lives and changing them
office.
for the better. She says she loves her job since it keeps her grounded and in touch with ordinary citizens of South Africa. Moving forward, Mzobe’s vision for the NDA includes a South
She is studying for a Master's in Administration through North-West University. Mzobe holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Executive Leadership from the National School of Gov-
Africa that has one community practitioner from the NDA in
ernment, Postgraduate Diploma in Education
every ward.
Management, Bachelor of Education and
“This should be a person who will be dedicated to com-
Bachelor of Arts from Unisa.
munity development with eradicating poverty and fighting hunger at the top of their list,” she says.
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women in the public sector
Writer: Nolut hando Motswai
Guardian of
competitive pricing
N
ompucuko Nontombana is a public watchdog. She does this through her role as the Enforcement and Exemptions Divisional Manager of the Competition Commis-
sion of South Africa. Nontombana drives the commission’s strategy on abuse of dominance, which aims to curb the abuse of market power by firms in dominant positions. “I oversee all investigations carried out by the commission in relation to abuse of dominance and restrictive vertical practices.” Restrictive vertical practices refer to anti-competitive conduct by firms in a vertical relationship. “For example, minimum resale price maintenance is prohibited in the Competition Act. This is conduct which may occur when a manufacturer dictates the resale price at which distributors must sell to end consumers,” she explains. Nontombana works with a “great team” of about 30 lawyers and economists who conduct these investigations in the division. The division also reviews exemption applications, where firms and professional associations, apply to be exempt from the provisions of the Competition Act. “The Competition Act lists the grounds on which firms and professional associations may rely on when applying for an exemption. For example, a group of firms may come together and apply for an exemption on the basis that, if
Nompucuko Nontombana is t he Enforcement and Exemptions Divisional Manager of t he Competition Commission of Sout h Africa.
granted, it will promote the ability of small businesses or firms controlled by historically disadvantaged individuals to be competitive.” An investigation determines
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Public Sector Manager • October 2017
“Cartel conduct is considered to be the most egregious of all contraventions in the Competition Act. When firms collude, it ultimately amounts to stealing from consumers.” whether or not there is a basis to
dependent firms, who are supposed
grant or reject each exemption
to compete for market share, agree
that the Competition Act cannot
application received.
on a price for a particular item or
solve all the problems faced by the
service, or agree on trading terms or
South African economy.
Priority sectors The commission is an important
conditions such as discounts. “Cartel conduct is considered
Another challenge is the reality
“In fact, the Competition Act has its limitations and there are talks
player in the economic space and
to be the most egregious of all
about it being amended to deal
contributes towards the economic
contraventions in the Competition
with some of the challenges we
goal of a growing and inclusive
Act. When firms collude, it ultimately
face in its interpretation and imple-
economy as stated in the National
amounts to stealing from consum-
mentation.”
Development Plan.
ers,” she stresses.
Another concern is that some of
“We have various investigations
In terms of the Competition Act,
the firms investigated have very
and market inquiries into the prior-
the penalty for a firm implicated in
deep pockets and are prepared
ity sectors, which have been identi-
price fixing can be up to 10 percent
to spend a lot of time and effort to
fied as strategic and are aligned
of its annual turnover.
delay and derail investigations, she
to broader government priorities.
Anyone can report price fixing
says.
These are sectors that we identify as
or any other contravention of the
Some of the work the division is
likely to have the biggest impact on
Act. This can be done by lodging
busy with includes an investigation
consumers.”
a complaint using the prescribed
into the excessive pricing of cancer
She explains that these include
form or by submitting information
medication; a market inquiry into
market inquiries into healthcare,
and evidence which the commis-
public passenger transport; the
grocery retail and transport.
sion can use to initiate an investiga-
excessive pricing of school uniforms
tion, Nontombana explains.
and an investigation into Transnet
“We also intervene in markets through the advocacy work that
She says that one of the chal-
for alleged anti-competitive con-
the commission does, where we
lenges the commission faces relates
duct in its pricing practices at
mostly target specific groupings
to the fact that the South African
ports and rail services.
such as trade unions and small
economy is highly concentrated
businesses. One of the latest is an
due to its history, which means that
A place of learning
advocacy project in the automotive
an intervention in one or two sectors
Nontombana adds that although
aftermarket,” Nontombana adds.
does not dramatically change the
the Competition Commission is a
structure of the economy.
relatively young institution, it has
Cracking down on price fixing
interventions is therefore not always
Price fixing is when two or more in-
immediate.”
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
“The impact of the commission’s
achieved a lot in its 18 years. “The commission attracts very young, dynamic and brilliant
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women in the public sector
minds so the learning curve is very
pects, within the commission and
steep for everyone, and we learn
outside the institution.
from each other all the time.” Impact studies are done to evalu-
“More importantly, you get an opportunity to make an impact in
ate the effectiveness of the commis-
the economy through the work you
sion's work.
do. We are now actively reaching
“These studies prove that the
out to more and more universities
commission puts some money back
so that those who have an interest
into the pockets of the consumer
in the work we do, get exposure to it
through cost savings, which may
earlier on.”
not have been achieved without its intervention. “The World Bank also conducted a study which suggests that the work
Nontombana loves her job be-
This and that How do you relax? Reading, gardening, running and spending time with my family and friends.
What is your favourite food? Samp and beans
cause every investigation is different
(umngqusho).
meaning she is constantly learning
If you were not in the
something new.
economics field, what
“You also get to know the different
of the commission broadly, has a
would you be doing?
positive impact on the economy
sectors of the economy really well,
I would be an academic
and particularly the lives of the
with an even better understanding
somewhere because I en-
poor,” she says.
of micro-economics.”
joy imparting knowledge.
In the immediate future, Nontom-
Great career prospects
bana hopes to see key investiga-
According to Nontombana, compe-
tions successfully concluded, while
tition law and economics is a
her more long-term plans involve
niche field with great career pros-
being in a research environment.
Your favourite book? I mostly read books on leadership and I have too many favourites. I am enjoying the book I am reading right now, titled
Nompucuko Nontombana holds a MPhil in Economic Policy from the
The Soul of Leadership by
University of Stellenbosch. Prior to that she obtained an Honours degree
Deepak Chopra.
in Economics from the University of Cape Town. More recently, she stud-
What is your favourite
ied and completed an MBL through Unisa’s Graduate School of Business
holiday destination?
Leadership.
Locally, Cape Town and
She joined the Competition Commission as a Principal Analyst in the
abroad, New York.
Enforcement and Exemptions Division in 2007. After a few years, she was
What is a slogan that
seconded to the Mergers and Acquisitions Division until she was appoint-
you live by?
ed into her current role in October 2015.
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Thandeka Motsene
is making waves
W
hen it comes to firepower,
they are all operating efficiently
did not meet the weight and height
Lieutenant-Commander
and effectively.
requirements for the fighter aircraft’s
Thandeka Motsene is the
Once this has been done,
go-to person aboard the South African
she briefs warfare teams on the
Navy’s frigate SAS Isandlwana.
day’s programme and maintenance
The 33-year-old anti-air warfare officer, or weapons officer, is respon-
schedules. “I am also expected to maintain a
ejector seat as she was too short and lightweight. “The Navy was my second choice, mostly because it sounded interesting and I loved the uniform.”
sible for advising the captain of the
watch on the bridge to ensure that
Born in Tembisa, Motsene lived in
vessel on how best to use weapons
the ship is kept safe from collisions
Viljoenskroon in the Free State until
to defend the ship against attacks
and groundings. I also brief the cap-
she was 11 when she moved to En-
from the air. For security reasons, she
tain about personnel training, ship
nerdale, south of Johannesburg.
can’t go into the details of what this
status and any matters related to the
entails.
achievement of the ship’s objectives
joined the Department of Defence’s
for the duration of the time spent at
Youth Foundation Programme.
“When the ship is not in combat situations or advanced military op-
sea.”
erations, my job entails training gun
After completing matric in 2001, she
This is a skills development programme for previously disadvan-
operators to ensure that they know
On the path to success
taged students, which allows partici-
how to operate the weapons safely
While Motsene’s life is now at
pants to improve their matric results
and accurately,” she explains.
sea, that is not how she once envis-
so that they can pursue tertiary stud-
aged it.
ies or join the South African National
Motsene’s typical day aboard the ship begins with her conducting system checks to ensure that
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She wanted to be a pilot with the South African Air Force. However, she
Defence Force (SANDF). Motsene has been in her current
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
position for about a year and a half.
work for an organisation that allows
“You are not entitled to anything
Before joining the SAS Isandlwana
women to fulfil any role, be it a chef,
in life. You have to work hard for any-
as its weapons officer she completed
engineer or even commanding a
thing you want to achieve.”
10-month warfare course in prepara-
naval vessel.”
tion for the post. Motsene previously served aboard
And while the Navy has opened the
For Motsene, the hard work is far from over. Her job requires her to
door to many opportunities, Motsene
continue learning, especially in her
the Inshore Patrol Vessel, SAS Tern
stresses that the key to success is
specific field. She loves sharing
as the Acting Commanding Officer,
choosing to be disciplined and put-
that knowledge with her junior col-
where it was her responsibility to
ting in the hard work.
leagues.
ensure the ship was maintained in or-
She advises other young people
As for her future plans, Motsene
der to meet the operational require-
wanting to join the Navy to
can’t picture herself anywhere
ments of the Navy.
be prepared to serve and not
else but serving the Navy and
look for self-glory.
her country.
A sea of opportunities Motsene joined the Navy in 2003 and relishes the opportunities she has been given to thrive there. “The fact that I am a woman in what is still considered a ‘man’s world’ always creates an opportunity to shine brighter, not because I need to prove anything, but simply to show that I am just as capable.” She admits that she struggles with being referred to as 'the first woman to do this or that' each time she obtains a qualification. “This is mostly because I feel as if it takes away the hard work that went
This and that How do you relax?
Your favourite book?
I hardly get the chance to
Deal with It, by Paula White.
relax, because there is always
What is your favourite
something I have to do. If I do
holiday destination?
manage to relax, it will be by
Greece. It’s absolutely beau-
Motsene is extremely proud of the
going out to a formal dinner
tiful and I would love to go
Navy.
or to watch a movie with my
back to explore it with my
husband. When I’m at home I
family.
various countries who were shocked
love to bake.
If you were not doing
when I told them what I do for a
What is your favourite food?
the job that you do
living, simply because they are not
Pap and chicken intestines.
now, what would you
afforded the same opportunities in
What is your favourite colour?
be?
their own countries.
Blue.
That’s easy: a pilot.
into obtaining the qualification and instead focuses on the fact that I am a woman.”
Serving with pride
“I have encountered women from
“It makes me proud to say that I
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
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H YD R O PO W E R P L A N T T O P R OV I D E E L E CT R I C I TY T O RU R A L AREA The electrification of urban areas and
In partnership with local munipalities, the
informal settlements in South Africa has
Department of Cooperative Governance
increased rapidly over the last 20 years, but
and Traditional Affairs and the Department
the provision of electricity to rural areas is still
of Rural Development and Land Reform, the
a challenge.
scheme forms part of the dst’s Innovative Partnership for Rural Development
Rural electrification has the potential to
Programme, which is piloting innovative
improve the standard of living of people in a
technology solutions to enhance service
developing country such as South Africa.
delivery.
In line with the Department of Science and
The programme involves the prioritised needs
Technology’s (dst) commitment to exploring
of 23 district municipalities and is intended
alternative technologies to achieve universal
to provide rural communites with a reliable
access to power, 54 households in the
electricity supply, thus improving their
KwaMadiba settlement, rural Easten Cape will
standard of living.
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Taking a stand against corruption Government, labour and business have spoken out in a united voice
poverty for generations to come. “This is the time when we must take
to South Africa’s sustainable economic, political and social progress.
against corruption and the negative
a stand as business, government,
The negative impact of corruption on
effects it has on economic growth.
labour and community to end wrong-
the economy and on South Africa’s
doing, punish those responsible and
ability to deliver inclusive growth and
recover stolen resources,” he said.
transformation cannot be ignored.
Nedlac is a body which seeks to
“Corruption not only discourages
Representatives of these three sectors met recently at the 22nd National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) Summit. Addressing the gathering, Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa said un-
address the challenges of creating
long-term investment; it also increases
sustainable economic growth for pov-
the risk of further sovereign down-
erty alleviation and job creation.
grades. Corruption will continue to go
less corruption and patronage were
The Deputy President said corrup-
dealt with, radical economic transfor-
tion and unethical conduct threaten
ity, transparency and credible over-
mation, growth stimulation and job
the country’s shared future. He
sight measures are put into place.
creation would remain pipe dreams.
impressed upon Nedlac to position
It’s important for business to take
“Corruption impedes growth and
itself as the spearhead of an ethical
decisive action to root out corruption.
economy.
Integrity needs to be entrenched,”
redistribution… Either we confront
unchecked until proper accountabil-
corruption decisively and deliberately
Business Unity South Africa rep-
and thereby nurture the green shoots
resentative Martin Kingston said
of an economic recovery, or we allow
corruption needed to be addressed
ions General Secretary Bheki Ntshal-
corrupt practices to continue un-
decisively.
intshali said good governance is a
checked and consign our people to
“Corruption is a significant barrier
said Kingston. Congress of South African Trade Un-
prerequisite for all organisations.
Gauteng roads get a boost The Gauteng Department of Roads
department’s allocated budget is
proved road user mobility; increased
and Transport has spent over
R6.8 billion, with R1.9 billion specifi-
roadway capacity; reduced travel
R3 billion on heavy and light reha-
cally earmarked for transport
times; easy access to business, resi-
bilitation of the road infrastructure
infrastructure.
dential and agricultural estates, as
along various corridors in the province since 2014.
“The provincial roads maintenance
well as improving general road safety.
grant is being effectively used to
A number of interchanges along
keep our network in good shape.
routes have also been improved,” the
in line with the provincial govern-
Twelve major road rehabilitation pro-
provincial department said.
ment’s commitment to providing
jects such as the N12; the N14 and
world-class road infrastructure.
the R82 from Eikenhof to Walkerville
road network of 5 638km includes
have been completed.
1 388km of gravel roads. The net-
The department said this was done
MEC for Roads and Transport, Ismail
The provincial department’s
Vadi, said the injection of funds
“Work on the remaining section of
work includes 676 bridges and 428
into capital projects is meant to
the N14 is underway. Twenty-five ser-
culverts. The total asset value of the
facilitate improved mobility, promote
vice providers have been appointed
network is calculated at R
economic growth and stimulate the
for routine outsourced maintenance,”
25.5 billion.
development of small and emerging
MEC Vadi said.
“The latest Pavement Network
As part of the Gauteng Freeway
Report shows that 71 percent of our
Improvement Plan, nine roads were
surfaced roads are in a very good,
network in a good condition so as to
rehabilitated as alternative routes
good or fair condition – showing an
improve road safety.
to e-tolls.
improvement on the previous report,”
contractors. It also aims to maintain the road
In the current financial year, the
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“Benefits to motorists include im-
MEC Vadi said.
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
Vaccinations critical to children’s wellbeing Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi
operative parents who refuse to sign
threatening complications. Individu-
has warned that his department may
consent forms to permit healthcare
als who have never had measles and
not achieve its set targets if anti-
workers to vaccinate their children.
those who are unvaccinated or are
The Minister said the department
incompletely vaccinated may be at
vaccine lobby groups continue to mislead parents about the efficacy of
continues to engage with various
risk of measles when visiting areas
immunisation.
community leaders in the affected
with measles cases.
This follows protests by some com-
areas to convince parents and
Immunisation, which is part of the
munities, who have recently experi-
caregivers to cooperate with health-
country’s programmes to achieve
enced a measles outbreak.
care workers to have their children
the Sustainable Development
vaccinated.
Goals (SDGs) on good health and
Minister Motsoaledi said this year the department aimed to reach
“Vaccine refusal endangers eve-
wellbeing, remains one of the most
more than five million children
ryone, not just the unvaccinated
successful and cost-effective public
from the age of six months to five
children. Thus, you must prioritise the
health interventions, and is widely
years through its measles vac-
health and wellbeing of your kids by
recognised as critical to achieving
cination campaign and routine
taking them to the nearest clinic or
the SDGs.
services.
healthcare provider to ensure that
However, they only managed to achieve 80 percent of the target due to a number of factors including antivaccine lobby groups and non-co-
Globally, immunisation prevents an
they are up-to-date with vaccination,”
estimated 2.5 million child deaths
Minister Motsoaledi said.
every year in all age groups from
Measles is a highly infectious illness with the potential for serious and life
diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough) and measles.
AgriSA, SAPS unite against crime The Ministry of Police and AgriSA
together, it will be approved by the
will work together to develop a plan
Minister and a memorandum of
of action to create safety in farming
understanding will be signed.
communities. “We must attend to farm killings
The plan will include increased
preventing crime in all areas. “We have an obligation to make sure that everybody's safety and security is guaranteed, as it is required by the Constitution,”
police visibility. The South
he added.
as well as attacks… but equally, we
African Police Service
must prevent any form of disruption
has further commit-
with regard to production that takes
ted to sharpen its
place at the level of the farms,” Police
approach to rural
commitment to im-
Minister Fikile Mbalula said.
safety and farmers
plementing a strategy
The Minister and AgriSA met recently to discuss the National Rural Safety Strategy. “We are going to implement the
Zyl said the Minister’s
that will see the SAPS
must form an integral
and AgriSA work closely
part of that approach.
together to benefit the farmers
A total of 1 181 police reservists have been enrolled for training
plan of action that we will devise and
and will be deployed across the
we are going to make it public. Our
rural areas.
programme of safety is to ensure that
AgriSA CEO Omri van
Minister Mbalula said farmers
and farmworkers was encouraging. “Our farming communities are going through tough times at the moment and I think this partnership
there is safety in rural areas, order,
must interact with the National
will help us to lift the spirit and the
and accessibility to the police in
Joint Operational and Intelligence
sense of security that we will have in
those areas,” he said.
Structure (NATJOINTS) with regards
our country, including rural areas,” he
to planning, ensuring protection and
said.
Once the plan has been put
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vital stats
Fast facts at your fingertips S
tatistics South Africa (Stats SA) recently released the
sation compared to female-headed households
2016/17 Victims of Crime Survey (VOCS) results.
(6.6 percent).
The VOCS is an annual household-based survey
Households headed by coloured people (8.9 percent)
that aims to provide information about the dynamics
were the most likely to be victimised, and households
of crime.
headed by black Africans (6.9 percent) were the least
Stats SA conducted the research for the VOCS from April 2016 to March 2017. The survey found that crime experienced by house-
likely to be victimised. The survey reports that housebreaking/burglary (53 percent) was the most common crime households
holds and individuals aged 16 years and older had
experienced in 2016/17, followed by theft of livestock
decreased slightly.
(11 percent) and home robbery (10 percent).
Approximately seven percent of households in South
Theft of personal property heads the individual crime
Africa were victims of crime in 2016/17, compared to
list at 42 percent, followed by assault (18 percent) and
about nine percent of households in 2015/16. An esti-
robbery (16 percent).
mated
Stats SA estimated that 776 933 housebreaking inci-
1 468 278 crime incidents were experienced by 1 153
dents were committed in 2016/17, which affected
984 households in 2016/17.
647 340 households (four percent of all households in
The estimated number of incidents of crime decreased for many types of crime. Housebreaking incidents de-
South Africa). Buffalo City in the Eastern Cape had the highest propor-
creased by eight percent; home robbery decreased by
tion of households victimised through housebreaking
25 percent and theft of personal property decreased by
(6.9 percent). Electronic equipment was the most com-
12 percent.
mon (54 percent) type of item stolen during housebreak-
Incidents of hijacking of motor vehicles and sexual offences increased by 93 percent and 110 percent respectively. Estimates for hijacking and sexual offences, however, should be used cautiously as they fall under the second
ing. In 2016/17 just over 84 percent of households felt safe walking in their neighbourhoods during the day while 30 percent felt safe walking at night. Many households had actively taken measures to make
level of quality (acceptable statistics) due to the small
their homes (51 percent) and vehicles (41 percent)
number of respondents that experienced these types
more secure, nevertheless the fear of crime persisted and
of crime.
prevented them from engaging in daily activities such as
About 1.2 million households experienced about 1.5
going to open spaces (32 percent), allowing children to
million crime incidents in 2016/17. Male-headed house-
play outside (20 percent) and walking to town
holds had a higher percentage (7.5 percent) of victimi-
(15 percent).
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Provincial focus
Writer: Siya Miti
Aerial view of the Dedisa Power Peaking Plant.
E Cape a key energy hub T
he Cogea Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) is set
324MW to the grid, which is enough power to supply
to become one of the country’s key energy hubs,
over 53 000 homes.
providing a sustainable energy mix for the country.
With an abundance of natural resources such as wind
and sunshine, the Eastern Cape has been identified as one of the provinces with linkages in the Independent Power Producer (IPP) programme. The programme is part of a complementary energy mix
During a recent visit to the IDZ, Energy Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi highlighted the important role it is set to play. “Coega is a vibrant IDZ for the economy. Eastern Cape is blessed with an abundance of resources to demonstrate how a diverse energy mix can transform and
including renewables (solar and wind), natural gas and
industrialise our economy. The Coega Development
nuclear energy.
Corporation (CDC) is a critical partner for the Depart-
The IDZ already boasts the Dedisa Power Peaking Plant, a gas-to-power plant based at the IDZ, which is one of the country’s first crop of IPPs. The power generated by this open cycle gas turbine
ment of Energy. “The role CDC plays in energy mix is important. Working together in this partnership we’ll be able to see quite a developed energy sector. For us it will be very
power plants is sold to Eskom under a Power Purchase
important to see a gas plant come in through Dedisa,”
Agreement.
said Minister Kubayi.
At full capacity, Dedisa can supply a maximum of
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Getting energy supply right and providing a
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sustainable mix of energy will have a positive ripple effect in powering South Africa’s economy for future
export of the raw resource takes place. “We have been alive to this and have been doing
growth,
extensive work to ensure local economic participation
she said.
in the gas value chain,” he said.
“As a department, moving forward not only around renewable, nuclear and coal, but we (also) have to see
Strategic economic hub
gas as one of critical ways to generate energy for us.”
Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Metro Athol Trollip
The Minister stressed that energy is one of the back-
said being a “medium-sized” city, having a facility such
bones of the economy. “If as a country you can’t get your energy sector right there’s no way you can see economic growth. For
as Dedisa made NMB a strategic economic hub for the country. “Medium-sized cities provide economic growth – that
transport to survive they need energy, for human set-
has become a phenomenon all over the world. We are
“We have been ... doing extensive work to ensure local economic participation in the gas value chain.”
very aware that this facility, together with the CDC and
tlements to survive they need energy, within the health sector hospitals need energy. If we get energy and
the Port of Ngqura being situated in the city, means we have a very strategic economic branch”. He added that there was massive potential for the city. “I am encouraged by the Minister’s passion and innate understanding of what power means to a city in growing the economy and the importance of having diversified energy provision. “It will enable us to promote the city and region as
resource wrong we are doomed for the coming years,”
having a sustainable and affordable energy provision.
she added.
Once you can do that and have these kinds of facilities, such as the Dedisa plant, to attract import and
Key strategic partners Eastern Cape MEC for Economic Development Sakhum-
export investment, the city can grow,” said the Mayor. Dedisa Chief Executive Arnaud de Limburg said cur-
zi Somyo said Coega, as well as the provincial and
rently Dedisa operates on diesel and conversion to gas
national government, would work together to ensure the
will help reduce the cost of energy production.
success of the national energy plan. “These are key strategic partners to realize that energy mix. Coega has done a lot of work and as a result we have a running model through Dedisa, which is a power
“It goes back to the issue of tariffs and the cost of electricity. The generation part of electricity must not be expensive otherwise those costs goes to consumers. “Conversion to gas will not be difficult because cur-
plant using diesel and is also equipped for gas-to-power
rently the two turbines are designed to operate on
generation,” he explained.
both gas and diesel. Using gas instead of diesel will
The MEC also highlighted the importance of the province localising energy projects for the benefit of the local communities. “Indigenous (natural) gas that is extracted in this province must first be beneficiated on our shores before any
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also reduce emission levels and the amount of water needed is less for gas.” He added that converting to gas would present many opportunities for local manufacturing and construction.
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MEGA CITIES TO REVOLUTIONISE HUMAN SETTLEMENTS
T
he Gauteng Department of Human Settlements
communities that are inclusive and diverse. We shall
(GDHS)
awaited
take radical steps to transform the spatial configuration
mega human settlements projects, which will
and landscape of Gauteng province through better
is
implementing
the
long
yield over 500 000 houses in the province. This
and co-ordinated land use management and spatial
comes after months of planning and raising funds from
development. We shall work with municipalities and
local and international investors. The Department has
state-owned enterprises to ensure that a new built
partnered with a number of developers to ensure that
environment and inclusive spatial landscape emerges
this is realised.
across the Gauteng city-region. This will be done through public transport infrastructure development
Mega Cities are in line with the fifth administration of
and the creation of new integrated and sustainable
government as pronounced by Gauteng Premier, David
human settlements and post-apartheid cities that are
Makhura during the 2014 State of the Province address
more connected, liveable, smart and green.
when he said: “In the next five to 15 years, we shall turn the tide against the current spatial patterns of apartheid
“New post-apartheid cities will be a combination
in pursuit of spatial transformation and modernisation of
of modern public transport modes, integrated and
human settlements in our province.
sustainable human settlements that are socially and economically inclusive and promote urban green
“We must insist on planned and integrated urban
development. Particular attention will be paid to the
development which will enable us to build more
West Rand and Sedibeng regions respectively, in
integrated and sustainable human settlements and
order to revitalise their economies and connect them
ADVERTORIAL
to the economic centres of the Gauteng city-region.
options as the houses will also be available for
The renewal of old towns and inner-city regeneration will
ownership and rental. These mixed typology of houses
be a key focus of the provincial government, working
will have free-standing and multi-story walk-ups, as
together with municipalities and the private sector.�
well as the development of Smart Cities, including but not limited to the implementation and use of gas
These Mega Cities are guided by the department’s
reticulation systems, renewable energy, solid waste
mandate, which is to ensure the provision of Integrated
and waste water recycling, along with broadband
Sustainable Human Settlements within a smart Gauteng
Internet connectivity. The Mega Cities also have social
City Region and its vision which aligns with the strategic
amenities such as schools, universities, public transport
paradigm shift away from sporadic and unco-ordinated
terminals, parks, and healthcare facilities, economic,
developments to purposely plan and develop Mega
commercial and industrial opportunities.
Cities that are completely self-sufficient in providing for the housing, economic and social needs of the
The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements will
community.
implement a total of 31 Mega Cities. A number of new Mega Cities will be rolled out in this financial year.
Mega Cities are post-apartheid cities that consist of
These new post-apartheid cities will be implemented in
more than 10 000 houses of different typologies. The
phased stages in the identified five mega city corridors.
typologies include bonded houses, Financed Linked
The corridors are: The Central Corridor (Johannesburg
Individual Subsidy Programme (Flisp) houses, rental
region), Northern Corridor (Tswane region), Southern
stock, and RDP houses.
Corridor
(Sedibeng/Vaal
region),
Eastern
Corridor
(Ekurhuleni) and Western Corridor (West Rand region). This is done to cater for residents of different income and also bridge the gap between those who can afford
Through the Mega Cities programme in the five corridors,
and those that are disadvantaged.
the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements aims to build 520 000 housing units allocated into 140 000
Mega Cities will provide residents with mixed tenure
housing units in the Central Corridor; more than 100 000
ADVERTORIAL
in the Eastern Corridor; more than 160 000 units each in the Northern and the Western Corridors and more than 120 000 units in the Southern Corridor by the end of the current term in 2019.
As the Department rolls out the Mega Cities programme, which is about building new cities of the future that will radically transform how human settlements are delivered across all the corridors of Gauteng, it is going to work with key partners to ensure proper planning for all services such as water, sanitation, electricity, roads and social amenities. These partners will include: The Department of Higher Education, Department of Health, Department of Roads and Transport, Eskom, Rand Water and private sector among others.
This is a move away from focusing on one project to a more clustered approach in order to maximise output in the provision of decent houses and impact on the
owing to the fact that Gauteng is the smallest province in
eradication of informal settlements. The new cities
South Africa, but experiences high levels of in-migration,
will promote social, racial, economic and cultural
which means land management and use must be more
integration. All the new cities will have major socio-
efficiently planned.
economic benefits with regard to decent employment and economic inclusion.
Mega Cities will create a healthy and vibrant household economy that will ensure job opportunities are created
Mega Cities will positively and decisively impact on
closer to places of work, thereby reducing travelling
primary, secondary and top structure construction
costs and will also be close to other social amenities.
infrastructure, as well as household economy. This is
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upcoming events
The African Real Estate and Infrastructure Summit 25 – 26 October 2017 The African Real Estate and Infrastructure Summit is a high-level conference which brings together more than 150 key decision-makers, in both the private and public sectors, to discuss Africa’s rapid urbanisation challenges and the development of future African cities. The conference will focus on four key pillars – urban development, mobility and technology, housing, and finance and investment. The summit takes place under the theme “Developing Future Cities” and will aim to answer questions such as: • How do African cities develop to be sustainable, resilient, inclusive centres of economic growth? • Africa’s urban population is the fastest growing globally. Can this be translated into economic growth and development? • How to foster a better understanding between the public and private sectors to create more functional cities? • What are the impacts of transport availability on real estate pricing and demand? • How to improve the quality of life for African citizens in urban areas? The summit will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 25 – 26 October 2017. For more information, go to www.african-real-estate-summit.com
Windaba 2017 14 – 16 November ence, bringing together about 600 international and
Government Technology Conference (GovTech) 29 October – 1 November 2017
domestic decision-makers and stakeholders that are
GovTech is the State Information Agency’s (SITA) pre-
active in the contemporary wind industry.
eminent South African ICT conference focused on
Windaba is Africa’s leading wind energy confer-
The event provides a solution-focused platform for consideration of the challenges and opportunities for the established wind power market. This year’s event takes place under the theme, "Wind Power: Building Futures". The conference programme will explore the current status of the South African renewable energy market
public sector ICT service delivery. Designed by government for government, GovTech is a substantive, value-packed learning opportunity strategically developed to meet the current needs of ICT professionals and decision-makers from all spheres of government. It is the annual meeting place for representatives from
and wind power within this, the policies needed to
government and industry to share information, knowl-
underpin market growth, as well as local socio-eco-
edge and professional experiences in serving citizens
nomic and economic benefits.
better through the use of information and communica-
Other issues that will be highlighted include the transformation of the sector, local manufacturing and local content, and finance considerations, among others. The conference will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 14 –16 November 2017.
tions technologies. This year’s conference theme is “Unlocking possibilities to build a functional society”. The conference will take place from 29 October to 1 November at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban. For more information, go to www.govtech.co.za
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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
President Jacob Zuma addresses t he United Nations General Assembly.
SA seeks bigger
benefits for Africa in global economy
P
resident Jacob Zuma says the United Nations must
“While a few enjoy the benefits of globalisation, the
play a central role in tackling illicit financial outflows
majority of the people of the world still live in abject
and the disparity of the global economy.
poverty and hunger, with no hope of ever improving
The President was speaking during the 72nd session
of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in New
their living conditions.” These unequal and unjust economic power relations
York recently. He said the current structure of the global
manifest themselves sharply in Africa. President Zuma
economy continues to deepen the divide between the
said while Africa is endowed with mineral resources,
north and south.
it still has the highest number of the least developed
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countries.“Many of the developed countries in the
ber states to dismantle their nuclear weapons and
world continue to fuel their development from the
instead use them for peaceful means.
resources of the African continent.” What is needed, the President said, is political will
“It can no longer be acceptable that a few countries keep arsenals and stockpiles of nuclear weapons as
and commitment from global leaders to address
part of their strategic defence and security doctrine,
the challenges and obstacles posed by this untrans-
while expecting others to remain at their mercy. We are
formed structure of the global economy.
concerned that any possible accidental detonation
President Zuma said Africa continues to lose a sig-
would lead to a disaster of epic proportions.”
nificant chunk of its resources through illicit financial outflows – billions of dollars which would otherwise be used to develop the continent and provide education, healthcare, housing and other critical basic needs. The continent loses money through money laundering, tax evasion and tax avoidance, corruption, and transfer pricing by multinational companies.
“Many of the developed countries in the world continue to fuel their development from the resources of the African continent.”
“[This undermines] the integrity of the global financial system, efficient tax collection and equitable allocation of resources. We appeal for the cooperation and commitment of every member state of the UN, and the international com-
International relations President Zuma reiterated that South Africa stands with the people of Cuba and Palestine, and called for the end of the war in Syria and Libya. The war in Libya contributes a great deal to the destabilisation of the Sahel region and all the way to Central Africa, creating a corridor for illicit trafficking in arms as well as terrorist activities. “In both instances of Libya and Syria, we strongly cautioned against seeking to resolve internal challenges of sovereign states by imposing foreign
solutions through military means.” Pretoria echoed its stance on the right of the people of Western Sahara to self-determination. “The United Nations must remain seized with this
munity at large to address this phenomenon,” added
issue for the benefit of the people of Western Sahara
President Zuma.
and the African aspirations of integration and peace-
He said developed countries, in particular, have a historic and moral obligation to contribute to achiev-
ful co-existence,” President Zuma said. He also expressed South Africa’s disappointment at
ing a fair global economic environment and to
the June 2017 decision of the United States administra-
eradicate the scourge of illicit financial flows from the
tion to reverse the progress that was registered in the
continent.
past two years towards ending the Cuban blockade.
Nuclear for peaceful means
South Africa’s readiness to work with the UN to promote
President Zuma used his address to call on UN mem-
peace, human rights and sustainable development.
President Zuma ended his address by reinforcing
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
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feature
Writer: Ongezwa Mogotsi
Images courtesy of © Tambo Family Album / Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation
Celebrating
a visionary leader
A
cross the country, people will talk about, remem-
A leader is born
ber and marvel at the life of one of South Africa’s
Tambo was born on 27 October 1917, as Kaizana Tambo,
greatest leaders this month.
in Nkantolo village in the Eastern Cape. His rural upbring-
October is a special month in South Africa as it
provides the opportunity for South Africans to reflect on the life and times of the late Oliver Reginald (OR)
ing groomed him to become a hard worker with strong moral standards and values. According to the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Founda-
Tambo, a leader who still commands respect the
tion, he changed the name Kaizana to Oliver after a
world over.
teacher asked him on his first day of school to come to
The year 2017 marks the centenary celebration of Tambo’s birth. He played an important role in liberating
school with a new English name. “His parents chose Oliver. This and a host of encoun-
South Africa and was one of the founding fathers of
ters with some of his first teachers’ strict nature made
our constitutional democracy.
him dread school. A chance meeting with an eloquent
Government declared 2017 “The year of OR Tambo:
young man, who was a member of the debating society
Celebrating our liberation heritage”. A number of
in a different school, changed his attitude towards
events will take place this month to commemorate the
education and ignited a love for discussion and debate,”
legacy and centenary of Tambo.
says the Foundation.
He served as president of the African National
After school, Tambo went to university. He graduated
Congress (ANC) from 1969 to 1991, making him the
with a Bachelor of Science in Maths and Science from
longest-serving president of the party. He also enjoyed
Fort Hare University. His life as an activist started at
over 50 years of political activism in the ANC.
the university.
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In 1942, while studying towards his postgraduate quali-
Tambo led the ANC through challenging times. He was
fication in education, he was expelled from the university
the longest-serving leader and took the cause to
for participating in a student strike. When his former
many countries.
teacher heard of his expulsion he was offered a job as a Maths and Science teacher at St. Peter’s College.
During his time abroad he was instrumental in establishing ANC missions in at least 27 countries by 1990. “He helped lobby support for the ANC and raised the inter-
Political life
national reputation of the ANC to one of great prestige,”
During his time as a teacher in Johannesburg, Tambo
says the Foundation.
was an active member of the ANC. He formed the Youth
After spending 30 years in exile, Tambo and his fam-
League and became its first national secretary in 1944.
ily returned home. Upon his return he spoke at the first
Four years later, he became president of the Transvaal ANCYL and national vice-president of the organisation in 1949. He was also elected as a member of the National Executive
ANC meeting in South Africa since it’s unbanning. He used the occasion to pass on the leadership baton to Mandela, who was elected as the National Chairperson
Committee of the ANC.
of the ANC.
In 1951, Tambo made history when he
On 24 April 1993 Tambo died after
formed the first black law partnership
a stroke.
with his great friend, Madiba.
Source: www.tambofoundation.org.za
OR Tambo – A Timeline •27 October 1917 Tambo’s birthday.
and detained by the apartheid government.
Tambo’s first visit to New York.
•2 April 1944 Tambo, together with William Nkomo, AP Mda, Walter Sisulu and Nelson Mandela, founded the ANC Youth League.
•20 December 1956 Tambo released on bail during the Treason Trial.
•10 May 1963 Tambo leads an ANC delegation to Ethiopia for the formation of the Organisation of African Unity.
•1 September 1944 Tambo elected the ANC's secretary. •24 July 1951 Tambo qualifies as an attorney. •5 December 1956 Tambo arrested, charged with treason
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•22 December 1956 Tambo marries Adelaide. •27 March 1960 Tambo goes into exile. •1 May 1960 Tambo arrives in Denmark after being invited there by the Danish Prime Minister. •10 October 1960
•10 October 1963 Tambo addresses the United Nations General Assembly Special Political Committee appealing for the freedom of all South Africans. •25 April 1969 Tambo announces his resignation from the ANC at the Morogoro
conference following personal attacks, but is persuaded to return. •8 January 1985 Tambo calls on the South African people to ‘Render South Africa Ungovernable’. •14 December 1990 The Tambo family returns from exile. •23 April 1993 Tambo passes away. Source: www.tambofoundation.org.za
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TOGETHER ON THE ROAD AHEAD.
For SANRAL, keeping South Africans moving and the economy growing require scanning the road ahead. It demands forward thinking from all of us; from the board of directors, management, staff and our stakeholders. Horizon 2030 is a strategy that will turn SANRAL into an organisation that better meets the needs of the South African people and economy. In it, we are reviewing our operating and funding models as well as ensuring that we prioritise our employment equity policies. We have plans that allow for a stronger role in road safety for all road-users - as well as initiatives that will help South Africans access public transport. We’re also looking at ways that will ensure a more inclusive investment in the Construction industry.
For more information on Horizon 2030, visit www.sanral.co.za.
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We are working together to enhance our core functions, drive greater efficiency and strengthen our partnership with the people of South Africa. This is another bridge towards unlocking our country’s growth potential.
SANRAL. Beyond roads. An agency of the Department of Transport.
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ALL FACTS. NO FICTION.
As SANRAL, we are honoured to be the trusted custodians of our national roads. We’ve been tasked by our government to build roads that help to keep South Africa moving. A world-class and safely engineered road network needs regular and immediate infrastructure upgrades, maintenance and many other safety related improvements. The money you pay as toll fees goes a long way towards this.
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Toll roads ensure that we have a positive impact on the communities in which we operate, in terms of job creation and economic development. We subscribe to the King IV Code of Corporate Governance to guarantee value for money in everything we do.
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Writer: Amukelani Chauke
OR Tambo –
A life of sacrifice As a young man tasked with ensuring OR Tambo’s safety, Kingsley Makhubela got to see the great leader in action and learn valuable lessons from him. Makhubela shares some of those memories with PSM.
T
Thomas Nkobi as the TreasurerGeneral, Dan Tloome, Chairperson of the Communist Party, Joe Slovo, Secretary-General of the Communist Party, and John Nkadimeng, Head of the South African Congress of Trade Unions. “He said: ‘Kingsley, I want to convene a meeting of the President’s Committee. We must meet in an hour’s time’.” Makhubela, who was in his midtwenties at the time, took it upon himself to remind Tambo that it was Christmas Day and the men would
he late struggle stalwart Oliver
who were jailed by the apartheid
be spending their day with their loved
Reginald Tambo, who led the lib-
government – former President Nelson
ones.
eration struggle from exile after
Mandela, Ahmed Kathrada, Walter Si-
the arrest of most ANC leaders, was so
sulu and many others, who could not
glasses and said ‘sit down’. So I sat
committed to the fight for freedom that
see their families – he should sacrifice
down and started asking myself –
he barely rested.
his time with his own family, dedicat-
what have I done?”
So much so that he once annoyed the party’s top brass by summoning
ing his days to the struggle. “He felt that every moment needed
“He looked at me, took off his
‘Did you say today is Christmas Day?’ Tambo asked.
them to a meeting on Christmas Day
to be spent in the trenches, be it
‘Yes chief,’ came the reply.
as they prepared to have lunch with
in Lusaka, Zambia, in our camps,
Tambo pressed further: ‘So there is
their families.
motivating our soldiers,” recalled
This is one of many events that give a glimpse of how selfless and
Makhubela. At the time, Tambo’s family was
no struggle on Christmas Day?’ “I started feeling terrible, and he said: ‘Are you aware that people at
dedicated Tambo was in the 1980s,
based in London. So, in December
home are having a black Christmas?
leading up to the historic negotia-
1987, on his way from Moscow, Tambo
They are not celebrating Christmas?
tions that dismantled apartheid.
stopped in London for two days to
And their liberators are celebrating
see his family before flying back to
Christmas. When they are expect-
Lusaka on Christmas eve.
ing us to liberate them, we are busy
Brand South Africa CEO Dr Kingsley Makhubela, who was Tambo’s head of security from 1986 until 1990,
When they arrived in Lusaka on
celebrating Christmas.
recalls that the struggle icon was
Christmas Day, Makhubela said Tam-
dedicated to the mission of freeing
bo went to church and later called a
who are in prison now who can’t
apartheid prisoners and achiev-
meeting of the President’s Committee
even have a decent meal? And they
ing freedom for oppressed South
– which was the equivalent of today’s
expect us to liberate them and we
Africans.
ANC Top Six.
are not struggling because it is
Standing in solidarity
made up of Tambo as the President,
Tambo felt that in solidarity with those
Alfred Nzo as the Secretary-General,
The President’s Committee was
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‘Are you aware there are people
Christmas Day?’ ‘We have to prepare the January 8 statement, send a message to
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
our people, send a message to our
Later, he was called up to work in
that I needed to report to Lusaka.
troops on what we need to do, how
Tambo’s security detail under the
When I arrived in Lusaka I was told
we need to intensify our struggle’.”
command of Shooter Marcus. When
that I was going to join OR’s unit. It
Makhubela said at that point, he
Marcus stepped down as the head
was one of the most prestigious units
felt embarrassed by the insights that
of Tambo’s unit, Makhubela took
to join because to look after OR was
Tambo had shared with him, and
over and stayed on until Mandela’s
a responsibility given to the most
went off to Nzo, who was at his son,
release from prison on 11 February
trusted cadres.
Ike’s house, for Christmas lunch.
1990 and later organised Mandela’s
When Nzo saw Makhubela driving in, he immediately said: “I thought
security. “I got a call when I was in Angola
“It was not everyone who was chosen for the task and I kept asking myself why is the ANC trusting me
you guys and the chief were having Christmas in London?” And when he heard of the meeting he responded: “No, no, no, the President can’t do this. He must relax, it is Christmas Day.” After the explanation Nzo was clearly not impressed as he had to pack his lunch and go to the Presidential Committee meeting, which lasted well into the night.
Securing the most wanted man Despite his age at the time, Makhubela found himself entrusted with protecting the apartheid government's most wanted individual in the 1980s, as Tambo led the armed struggle from exile at a time that Rivonia trialists were in prison and all political parties were banned. Having grown up in Meadowlands in Soweto, Makhubela joined the ANC’s underground structures at the age of 17 before taking his activism to exile in Luanda, Angola, where he received military training from 1980. Along with other activists, Makhubela received specialised training in East Germany, which was centred on counter-intelligence and protection, among others.
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
Dr Kingsley Makhubela got to witness t he greatness of OR Tambo f irst hand while ser ving as his head of security.
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with this major responsibility? Maybe
wanted? Makhubela said at the
were assassinated, for example anti-
they had done their own detailed
time, the presidential security detail
apartheid activist Joe Gqabi in 1981,
research.”
worked with various security struc-
who reportedly died at the hands of
tures, including Zambian security.
the apartheid hit-squad after being
Makhubela later became responsible for recruiting other people, who had to be scouted. “Sometimes we had to send people
The President’s security detail would decide on Tambo’s movements, and depending on a threat assessment,
shot 19 times while reversing out of his driveway in Harare. Makhubela said at the time, Tambo
inside the country to check the
reinforcements would be pulled in to
was always surrounded by a unit of
background of individuals who were
secure meeting venues.
six closely-knit security officials.
to join OR’s unit because he was the
“There were instances where we
“We would do everything, including
number one target of the apart-
would get information that there was
ensuring that he eats, that he takes
heid regime. Looking after him, you
a commando unit looking for OR, so
his medication, and in our team we
needed people who were screened
we would move him from one point
had people who were good cooks.
beyond any doubts,” he explained.
to the other. There was a core team
We had an old man called Mshengu
that would know where OR was.
… who was a very close confidant
And just how difficult was it to ensure the safety of South Africa’s most
“We had instances where even the leadership of the ANC would not know where OR was and only
of OR and he knew what OR liked to eat. He used to love oxtail, that was his favourite meal,” he said.
those in his inner circle would know his wherea-
Tambo the listener
bouts. There was a lot
He recalled that one of OR’s strong-
of trust and respon-
est qualities was his ability to listen,
sibility placed on us – remember some of us were only 25 years old.
he hardly ever interjected when someone else was talking. “With OR, your seniority in the organisation did not matter. He
“It was only
would sit and listen. When we got to
later on, when one
the camps with him, OR would take
reflected on it that
a walk when soldiers were taking a
I realised that had
break and would surprise them in
anything happened
the bush. He would sit down and
to OR, I would have been lynched. It’s
ask them about their ideas – ‘what is your view about the armed struggle?
actually frightening to
Why do you think we are not hitting
think about now,” he
enough targets?’
said.
“And he listened to those people,”
This was an era when other leaders in exile
Makhubela said. Tambo would reflect on the insights from others before responding to them, especially those who, at the time, felt like returning to South Africa to kill white people, he recalled.
Images courtesy of © Tambo Family Album / Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation
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Makhubela believes Tambo’s
Public Sector Manager • October 2017
OR Tambo preac hed about t he impor tance of education to his fellow comrades.
wisdom was perhaps the reason
and Science teacher, for urging
went to New York to work for the
why a civil war was averted in South
him and the people around him
ANC mission at the United Nations
Africa.
to pursue an education after the
at a time when South African politi-
armed struggle.
cal parties were locked in negotia-
“OR would take time to speak to the commissariat [a unit charged with
Makhubela has a Master’s degree
educating South Africans about who
in Diplomatic Studies and a PhD in
the enemy is] and I think that was
Political Science.
really helpful because it prevented
“OR told us his stories about go-
tions to dismantle apartheid. After casting his vote in the first democratic election from New York, he returned to his country of birth
an ethnic conflict – killing people
ing to school and he was always
in 1994 to join the then Department
because of the colour of their skin.
keen for all of us in the unit to
of Foreign Affairs as the Chief of
improve our educational skills. He
State Visits, where he handled all of
ANC for many years was beyond re-
kept emphasising that. Of course
Madiba’s state visits.
proach, no one would question who
we were militant and wanted to
the enemy was. That is why the strug-
liberate the country, but he empha-
to Portugal as an ambassador
gle was popularly supported by most
sised the importance of education
until 2001. He was then posted to
of the white people across Europe
and that is why, later in life, I took it
Nairobi as ambassador until 2005
because they believed in the justness
upon myself to improve my educa-
before returning to the Department
of the struggle. We never killed peo-
tional skills.
of Foreign Affairs as a Chief Director
“That is why the moral cause of the
ple because of the colour of their skin
In 1996, Makhubela was deployed
“When I got my doctorate, in my
responsible for conflict areas.
– that was the distinction between us
heart I knew I was dedicating this
In 2007, Makhubela was ap-
and the enemy,” he said.
to him because I knew he would
pointed Chief of State Protocol and
have been very proud,” he said.
in 2010, he was appointed Director-
A love for education
After working in Tambo’s security
General of the Department of Tour-
Makhubela said he would forever be
detail, Makhubela worked for Madi-
ism. He joined Brand South Africa in
thankful to Tambo, who was a Maths
ba for more than a year and later
2015.
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TOLL INVESTMENT YIELDS STRONG RETURNS
Investing in South Africa’s toll road network is a sound financial decision. It offers strong, long-term capital returns and helps SA keep pace with the growing demands of the national road infrastructure. The Public Investment Corporation (PIC), with shareholding (equity and loans) in the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) and Trans African Concession, achieves two objectives with its investment in these concessions. Firstly, it guarantees solid returns to its biggest client, the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) with more than 1.2 million active members from some 325 government departments and 400 000 pensioners and other beneficiaries. For the year ending in March 2016, the PIC reported a 10.98% return on the GEPF’s investment – which accounted for 88.2% of the PIC’s assets under management in the review period. While this is lower than the targeted 11.04% return in this period, it outperformed the consumer price index (CPI) of 5.45% by 5.53%. Secondly, this investment shores up the funding requirements for the upkeep of major economic transport routes and thus contributes to the efficiency with which our country does business. In essence, it enables ongoing improvements of the national road network, which boosts the country’s competitiveness. Investing in infrastructure - be it energy, urban-rural road networks, ports or information communication technologies – provides access to the economy and the rest of the world. As an example, Canada’s investments in urban toll roads in different parts of the America’s offers a compelling proposition for investing in infrastructure in a developing market. Over the past five years, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board acquired stakes in toll operators in Chile, Mexico and the United States. Rationalising the acquisitions, the board cited a fit with long-term strategy and investing in infrastructure assets that deliver stable returns over a prolonged period.
Acquisitions in toll concessions is but one of several instruments used by the PIC to realise a return for its clients. Its mix of listed and unlisted investment classes is carefully weighed up against clients’ mandates. Nonetheless, what is clear is that the GEPF’s assets under the PIC’s management outperforms its global peers. The Toronto-based Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring Benchmarking conducted a comparative study in 2016 comprising more than 360 global funds with assets ranging from R5.733 billion to R19.2 trillion. It showed that the GEPF’s outperforms its peers although it was the only fund with a dual mandate – achieving monetary and socioeconomic returns. TRANSFORMATION STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENTS: GEPF’s five-year total return of
14.3% was above the global median of
9.9% and the peer group median of
Its equities five-year average net returns were 17.3% compared to a global and peer average of 11.0%
10.1%
The fixed income five-year average net returns were 10.0% compared to a global average of 7.1% and peer average of 6.7%.
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The long-term nature of pension pay-outs therefore allows fund managers to consider infrastructure investment assets which offer lifelong revenue generation. On this basis, the PIC’s investment asset classes include development investment in catalytic sectors of the economy such as road infrastructure.
Importantly, the PIC’s investment in toll concessions can be regarded as a deliberate response to the developmental agenda and social responsibility imperatives of the national government. As a wholly-owned government entity and a custodian of some R1.587 trillion of public assets, this developmental approach ensures that while earning good financial returns, investments also support positive, long-term economic, social and environmental outcomes that yield a good social return for the country.
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CHANGE IS GOOD Ever since its establishment in 1998, SANRAL has sought to be the differentiator that changes people’s lives. This has been achieved in many ways - from the type of roads it engineers to the kind of people it employs. In keeping with its character as an organisation that strives to always exceed goals set, SANRAL is forging ahead with creating a new narrative around transformation which will benefit the citizenry of South Africa. By recognising its role in the construction sector and related industries, and the impact its procurement policies and practices have on millions of people across South Africa, SANRAL accepts the responsibility that it has to be one of many that transforms the construction industry. To this end, SANRAL is going on nationwide transformation stakeholder engagements where it will introduce South Africans to its vision for the future. In its Horizon 2030 Strategy, SANRAL aims to make this vision a reality. A major element of this new strategy is its Transformation Policy. An organisation like SANRAL is and has always been solutions-driven. These workshops will communicate SANRAL’s intent to involve black businesses compromising contractors, professionals, suppliers and service providers in all SANRAL commissioned projects, beyond the minimum levels set by law. SANRAL is providing a solution on how to maximise their participation, especially women, the youth, the disabled and military veterans.
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Horizon 2030 covers all aspects of SANRAL’s mandate, including the design, construction and management of the national road network, future funding models for road development and the role that infrastructure can play in road safety. The strategy is anchored on four pillars: • Roads: SANRAL has a primary mandate to manage and control the national road network and take charge, amongst others, of the development, maintenance and rehabilitation of national roads. • Road Safety: South Africa has among the highest road crash fatality rates in the world. South Africa is committed to the United Nations’ Decade of Action to stabilise and reduce the level of road traffic fatalities. SANRAL supports the Safe Systems approach to road safety which involves the provision of safe road infrastructure that reduces the risk of a serious injury or death when a crash occurs, as well as the implementation of road safety educational and awareness programmes that will lead to changed attitudes and behaviour among all road users. • Stakeholders: SANRAL serves a wide spectrum of stakeholders ranging from road users (private as well as transporters) who commute on the road network on a regular basis to communities who live in close proximity to the roads. SANRAL also continues to reach out to stakeholders in all the three spheres of government.
The SANRAL transformation and stakeholder engagements team will be travelling to more than 20 cities and towns, giving over 30 workshops, to hundreds of people at a time, discussing and engaging with stakeholders from all walks of life. Taking part in these workshops will be players in the construction industry, SMMEs, chambers of commerce, business forums, national, provincial and local government representatives.
• Mobility: The efficient and safe movement of people and goods are key to the economic upliftment of all South Africans. Rapid developments in technology and innovative transport solutions, presents significant opportunities to ensure inclusive and integrated economic growth. A seamless connection between the various road users, road networks and transport modes, will promote such growth.
The South African government and its state-owned entities continue to open up doors that allow for its citizens to be active participants in the country’s mainstream economy.
Transformation is one of eight enablers that support these pillars.
The National Development Plan (NDP) describes South Africa’s road network as the country’s largest single public asset. SANRAL has been the custodian of national roads that form the core of this network and stretches into all none provinces - linking cities to towns and people to places of work and interest.
SANRAL, through its Transformation Policy, intends to open up the economy to all. Thereby transforming itself and the construction sector and related industries to continue meet the citizenry’s basic socio-economic needs.
In meeting the NDP objectives, following its launch by Transport Minister Joe Maswanganyi, Horizon 2030 – SANRAL’s long-term strategy - highlights the role that the national road network can play in reducing inequality and eliminate poverty. These efforts will assist in growing the economy of South Africa.
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The NDP describes in detail how the national and provincial road network links to broader transport strategies, including the intention to shift freight haulage from road to rail, the future of long-distance passenger transport options and the need to prevent further deterioration of local and provincial roads through timely and effective maintenance.
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Source: SAnews
Breakthrough in HIV treatment pricing
A
ground-breaking pricing
In September 2016, the Minister an-
the Dolutegravir-based fixed-dose
agreement has been reached
nounced the rollout of the test and
combination which will greatly ben-
that will fast-track the availabil-
treat initiative with the aim to have six
efit our patients due to its superior
ity of the first affordable, generic, single-
million HIV-positive patients on treat-
therapeutic qualities,” said Minister
pill HIV treatment regimen containing
ment by 2022.
Motsoaledi.
Dolutegravir.
“The considerable price reductions
Benefits for patients
could yield savings of up to R11.7
edi, in collaboration with a number
South Africa will introduce the new
billion over the next six years for us,
of international organisations and
fixed-dose combination of three
which means that we can initiate
agencies, reached the pricing agree-
drugs, Tenofovir, Lamivudine and
additional patients on treatment
ment recently.
Dolutegravir (TLD) in April 2018. It is
with the same amount of resources.
Minister of Health Aaron Motsoal-
projected that this new regimen, at
Ramping up treatment with good
will be available to low and middle-
the price announced, will save South
viral suppression will enable us to
income countries at a reduced price
Africa more than R11 billion over the
reach HIV epidemic control more
of US$75 per person, per year.
next six years.
quickly. We are aiming at launching
The new fixed-dose combination
The large volumes of antiretrovirals
Apart from the financial savings,
purchased by South Africa were used
which will decrease pressure on the
to leverage the decrease in pricing
national fiscus, its introduction
that will benefit all low- and middle-
will also have significant benefits
together with the Government
income countries.
for patients.
of Kenya, in partnership with the
Dolutegravir is a highly effective
the new tender in April 2018,” said the Minister. The South African Government
Clinton Health Access Initiative, the
Accelerating treatment
antiretroviral, which is well
Joint United Nations Programme on
The agreement is expected to ac-
tolerated by patients and has
HIV/AIDS, the Bill & Melinda Gates
celerate treatment rollout as part of
fewer side effects.
Foundation, UNITAID, the United King-
global efforts to reach all 36.7 million
Patients are, therefore, more likely
dom’s Department for International
people living with HIV with high-quali-
to be adherent and more likely to
Development, the United States Presi-
ty antiretroviral therapy.
be virally suppressed – which means
dent’s Emergency Plan for AIDSRelief,
that they are not likely to transmit
the US Agency for International De-
the virus to others.
velopment, and the Global Fund to
The announcement will have profound implications for the HIV treatment programme in South Africa’s public health sector. The HIV programme has grown from
Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria,
Massive savings “I am excited about this innova-
worked on the pricing agreement. South Africa’s commitment to
923 000 patients on treatment in
tive agreement which will allow
make TLD available to patients was
2009 to 3.9 million patients on treat-
the government of South Africa
key to securing the pricing
ment by the end of August 2017.
to accelerate the introduction of
agreement.
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Source: SAnews
Vision 2030 driving SA’s agenda
W
ith the National Development Plan (NDP) now in its fifth year, government is placing greater emphasis on aligning the country’s budget to
the targets set out in the plan as it strives to make them a reality. The NDP was drafted by the National Planning Commission – a team of experts from different sectors – and adopted on 12 September 2012. Speaking at an event marking the fifth anniversary of
to fulfil their dreams and freely express their talents.” It also envisages a growing economy that is respon-
the adoption of the NDP, President Jacob Zuma said the
sive to the demands of a fast-changing world – an
budget would be used to pursue the goal of inclusive
economy that does not only benefit the few.
economic growth. “Cabinet has directed the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation to work with the Economic
The President noted that government was also taking concrete steps to implement the NDP. “Through the implementation of Operation Phakisa, our
Cluster of government departments to ensure that there
Big Fast Results programme, we have developed very
is alignment between the priorities in the NDP and
specific interventions in the oceans economy, health,
the budget.
education, mining and agriculture sectors.
“This is an important step because the NDP will remain
“Operation Phakisa programmes in the oceans econ-
an empty promise as long as its noble goals are not
omy, for example, have since 2014 unlocked R7 billion in
matched with budget commitments,” he added.
investments and created more than 6 000 jobs.”
Vision 2030
Working together to do more
The NDP covers a wide variety of areas, from the econ-
Government is also implementing incentives and sup-
omy to security, from strengthening the capacity of the
port services for investors through the Special Economic
state to reducing the high levels of crime and corruption.
Zones programme.
“The NDP tells us and the world where our country should be in 2030,” said the President. “Our vision as contained in the NDP is for a South Africa in which those who seek employment will be
Six Industrial Development Zones, established between 2002 and 2014, have attracted 59 investors on site with an investment value of more than R10 billion. “These achievements demonstrate that working to-
employed. It should be a country in which the youth will
gether we can indeed do more. It is the same collective
have access to quality education.
effort which made it possible for all of us to build a new
“We are striving for a society in which citizens will live
nation from the ashes of apartheid.
healthy, long lives, a place where there is no fear of crim-
“It is by working together that our gross domestic prod-
inals and where all live safely and securely. We are build-
uct grew in real terms from R1.6 trillion in 1994 to just over
ing a country with a capable state that supports citizens
R3 trillion in 2015.
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Employment has also grown from 9.5 million people in 1994 to 16 million people at the end of 2015. “Access to housing and basic services have improved through the construction of four million new houses
nation building and social cohesion, among others. “Since we started implementing the NDP, we have marked progress in a number of areas. “More people live longer than before, life expectancy
since 1994, increasing connections to electricity to 95
has improved. A lot more children are at school getting
percent of the households and piped water to 85
the education whose quality is gradually improving.
percent of households. “It is by working together that we can build on the 2.5 percent economic growth that was recorded in the last
However, progress is not being recorded across all sectors. “The reach of the basic services has not fully reached
quarter to a sustainable growth path that can create
all citizens, especially those who live in the rural areas.
jobs for the millions who are unemployed.
Government thus continues to work daily to expand
“Each one of us will have to play a role if we are to bring about a South Africa which is envisaged in the NDP,” said
the reach of water, electricity, roads housing and other services to the people.”
President Zuma.
Progress made so far Progress has been made in implementing the NDP, which has been mainstreamed as government’s programme
Inclusive economy needed The President added that the economy had not fully recovered from the effects of apartheid. “We have created a relatively large black middle
of action through the Medium Term Strategic Framework
class which is actively involved in the economic life of
(MTSF), he added.
our nation. However, this achievement has not fun-
The MTSF 2014-2019 has 14 outcomes, which include education, health, safety and security, inclusive economic growth, job creation, infrastructure development,
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damentally transformed the structure and ownership patterns of the economy. “Too many people who need jobs to support
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themselves and their families are still unemployed.” The fruits of the economic growth since 1994 have been enjoyed by a few, he noted. “The fundamental challenge we face, which is the
leadership meetings are being held regularly between government and business, government and labour, and government and civil society. These provide a route for focused dialogues to
principal goal that is identified in the NDP, is to grow
discuss the contribution of each sector to the imple-
the economy in a manner that is inclusive.
mentation of the NDP, identify blockages and develop
“We need to fundamentally change the structure, systems, institutions and patterns of ownership, management and control of the economy in favour of all South
a common understanding of how obstacles will be overcome. “The NDP has got tangible programmes that are cur-
Africans, especially the poor, the majority of whom are
rently being implemented in various sectors including
African and female.”
infrastructure development, oceans economy, educa-
Given that approximately 75 percent of the economy is in the hands of the private sector, President Zuma said it would take commitment from both government and business to effect fundamental change.
tion, information and communications technology, agriculture and many others. “We may disagree in some of the finer details like the priority areas, approaches and perspectives, but this should not prevent us from getting together to craft a
Effective communication key Minister in The Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and
way forward,” he said. Minister Radebe added that the nation was invited
Evaluation Jeff Radebe, who is also the Chairperson
to engage in constructive dialogue, so that together “we
of the National Planning Commission, said high-level
can work towards a common growth path”.
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Writer: Lucille Davie
Gautrain
to expand its reach With a number of new routes and the addition of new trains, the expansion of the Gautrain network means good news for the province’s economy.
S
ince the Gautrain took to the tracks in June 2010,
freeways in some places. It has 24-hour security, with over
it has transported almost 80 million passengers
600 CCTV cameras and over 400 security guards at sta-
between Johannesburg, Pretoria and OR Tambo
tions, car parks and aboard the trains.
International Airport. Now the integrated rail network is set to connect more Gauteng communities. “The Gautrain is an integral part of our public transport
The trains are serviced by 125 60-seater feeder buses and 12 25-seater buses, which pick up passengers in the suburbs and take them to the Gautrain stations.
system in Gauteng and has become a mode of choice for those who use it on a daily basis. It is safe, convenient,
The Gautrain operates on a smart card, allowing seamless transfers between the train, the buses and parkades.
quick, reliable and offers value for money,” says Jack van der Merwe, CEO of the Gautrain Management
New routes
Agency (GMA).
As a result of its growth, new routes are planned, to
The 80km Gautrain route, with stations in Johannes-
broaden the reach of the Gautrain in the province. A fea-
burg, Rosebank, Sandton, Marlboro, Midrand, Centurion,
sibility study has been conducted, and it recommends
Pretoria and Hatfield, plus a route eastwards to the airport
the following network extensions:
via Rhodesfield, opened three days before the FIFA World
•
Cup in 2010. It was completed in 2012. There is a 15km tunnel running between Park and Marlboro stations, otherwise it runs above ground, crossing
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A link between Jabulani via Cosmo City and Samrand to Mamelodi, with stations in Roodepoort, Little Falls, Fourways, Sunninghill, Olievenhoutbosch, Irene, Tshwane East and Hazeldean.
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• A link between Sandton and Cosmo City with a station at Randburg. • A link between Rhodesfield and Boksburg, with a sta-
enterprises by subcontracting to them. An Independent Socio-Economic Monitor will ensure that these economic development obligations are met.
tion at the East Rand Mall and a possible link-up with the OR Tambo International Airport Midfield terminal
Social Investment Programme
development.
MEC Vadi announced in January this year that his
• A future link from Cosmo City to Lanseria Airport.
department had chosen 32 beneficiaries for the GMA’s
These extensions would be done in phases, through a
Social Investment Programme (SIP) fund. He said that
public/private partnership. The feasibility study has been
“approximately R35 million, which is a fixed amount, is
submitted to National Treasury and provincial Treasury
being distributed amongst beneficiaries with the bulk of
for approval.
the money going to programmes that are focusing on
The Gauteng government believes that an extension of the Gautrain network, and the modernisation of the Metrorail rail system, must take place to accommodate
education. The GMA SIP focus areas are education, community care and environment.” The 32 beneficiaries were selected from 83 applicants,
the growing urban sprawl and unsustainable congestion
based on how they would enhance the social, economic
on the province’s roads and freeways.
and environmental landscape of communities in the
“This is our dream of a world-class rail system to eventu-
province. Of the 32 beneficiaries, seven are education
ally connect our people throughout Gauteng,” says Bar-
projects, and the rest are community care and environ-
bara Jensen, GMA Gautrain Management Agency Senior
ment initiatives.
Executive Manager of Communication and Marketing. The Gautrain integrates with Metrorail trains at Johannesburg’s Park Station, the Rhodesfield Station stop before the airport, and Pretoria Station.
Socio-economic impact The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Ismail Vadi, said that the new train project is expected to have a significant and positive socio-economic impact in the province as the Gauteng provincial government will insist on at least 65 percent local content by the
“The acquisition of 12 new trains over the next 36 months will help to alleviate congestion that Gautrain passengers experience in the morning and evening peaks.”
successful bidder. The project is expected to sustain 10 000 jobs in Gaut-
“The education projects are teacher–learner develop-
eng and total government revenue is to increase by an
ment programmes in Mathematics, Science and en-
estimated R542 million in nominal terms between 2019
gineering and in certain [cases] a maximum of three
and 2023.
years’ funding is provided to specific beneficiaries.
The company chosen to construct the new routes has
“An example of a project type in this category is TRAC
promised procurement compliance by the contractors,
South Africa which supports Science, Applied Mathemat-
their suppliers and sub-contractors to meet economic
ics and technology education in South African second-
development obligations.
ary schools. The programme enables and encourages
Furthermore, an estimated R206 million is expected to be channelled to lower income households through job creation; a township incubation programme geared towards upskilling; and providing support to township
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learners to enter into careers in science, engineering and technology,” he explained. Community care projects are those that focus on farming initiatives, orphans and vulnerable children,
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women empowerment and centres for abused women
New trains
and people living with disabilities.
Because of increased passenger demand, particularly during peak hours, MEC Vadi announced recently that
Resounding success story The R26.5 billion Gautrain has been a resounding success
12 new trains have been ordered. “The acquisition of 12 new trains over the next 36
story for Gauteng, not least for its clean coaches and
months will help to alleviate congestion that Gautrain
punctual trains.
passengers experience in the morning and evening
A 2014 economic impact study reported that 121 800
peaks,” he said.
jobs were created during its construction, running from
“Three successful pre-qualified bidders for the new
2006 to 2012. This figure represents 2.5 percent of the total
rolling stock have been named: Bombardier Transpor-
formal employment in Gauteng in 2013.
tation, CRRC E-Loco Supply and Egoli Rail Consortium,”
Of those jobs, 34 800 were created directly during
he added.
construction, while 87 000 jobs were created indirectly through service suppliers. The Gautrain contributed around R20 billion to Gaut-
Concession agreement The Gautrain is run by the project’s private partner, the
eng’s economy during construction, and since full opera-
Bombela Concession Company, which has a 20-year
tion, it has contributed some R1.7 billion to the province’s
concession agreement with the Gauteng government,
GDP.
with a 15-year operating and maintenance arrange-
Several businesses moved their offices closer to the Sandton and Rosebank stations. This translates into a
ment. The original 2005 Concession Agreement with Bomb-
R10 billion investment in new developments and up-
ela indicated that the amount of revenue from pas-
grades to retail spaces around the stations, and a
sengers would not cover the revenue required to
R12.9 billion increase in property values.
run the train. As a result, the Gauteng province
The first train ran in June 2010, from the airport to Johannesburg, and catered for the FIFA World Cup visitors that year. Now, seven years on, 24 trains service Gauteng commuters. In the 2016/17 financial year, 6 000 people were employed by Gautrain.
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provides revenue support in the form of a Patronage Guarantee. “To date, the revenue from passengers has been enough to cover Bombela’s operating and maintenance costs and is close to that forecast at the time,” says Jensen.
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Making SA investor friendly
President Jacob Zuma wit h Western Cape Economic Development MEC Alan Winde, City of Cape Town Executive Mayor Patricia de Lille and Trade and Industr y Deputy Minister Bulelani Magwanishe at t he opening of t he Invest SA One Stop Shop.
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outh Africa is pulling out all the stops to entice investors and make their experience of doing business in the country a hassle-free one.
The Invest South Africa (Invest SA) One Stop Shop in the
it easier for investors to do business in South Africa. President Zuma said for a long time the investor community complained about being met with bureaucratic hurdles from the state, which made it difficult for them to
Western Cape, which was launched recently by President
do business. Invest SA is government’s concrete response
Jacob Zuma, will go a long way in helping to achieve this.
to these concerns.
The President said the launch of the centre, where inves-
“The idea of One Stop Shops is simple. All key regula-
tors can access a variety of services from government
tory and administrative departments and agencies are
departments and agencies under one roof, is an indica-
housed in a single location to provide an integrated
tion of how all three spheres of government can collabo-
service to investors. This is happening for the first time in
rate to cut red tape.
our history.”
He added that government, business and organised labour needed to ensure that this positive trajectory was
Reducing red tape
sustained.
The One Stop Shops provide a convenient, professional service for setting up a business.
Putting the economy first
All an investor needs to do is to make an appointment
“Creating an environment where the economy can grow,
with the relevant government representative at the One
and jobs can be created for our people, comes first for
Stop Shop to explain the services required and the gov-
our government. Our people do need jobs, they need
ernment representative provides guidance and support
to be able to put food on the table. Young people need
to the investor.
jobs, they are sitting at home with degrees and diplomas.
Key Departments such as Home Affairs, Labour, Environ-
“It is for this reason that we are focusing on creating the
mental Affairs, Trade and Industry and agencies such as
right environment for investments into the economy from
the Companies Intellectual Property Commission, South
abroad and from within the country,” said the President.
African Revenue Service and a visa facilitation service,
It is against this backdrop, of putting the economy first, that government is establishing One Stop Shops to make
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are available at the One Stop Shop. “From permits to water or electricity services, tax issues,
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licensing – it should be easy for an investor to get all
urgency. It is simply not sufficient to say we have the
these services under one roof. Officials at the One Stop
NDP anymore. We need to move faster to implement it,”
Shops are trained and briefed to provide such specialist
he added.
advisory services. “They are meant to help potential investors find all services under one roof. Our intention is to unblock and
Government is accelerating the implementation of the NDP because it believes that it is the only plan that will lead to inclusive growth and help create jobs.
reduce red tape in government.” This is an approach that is achieving the required results. “Since the launch of the national One Stop Shop on 17 March this year, we have seen a significant improvement in the overall investor facilitation and after service. “If we continue in this direction, we will continue to see results and achieve the growth rates envisaged in the National Development Plan (NDP), added the President. The NDP envisages that the combined investment
Nine-Point Plan The meeting agreed on clear implementation timelines for the key structural reforms related to the Nine-Point Plan to reignite economic growth. The Nine-Point Plan prioritises action in a number of areas. There is an increased focus on industrialisation, mining and beneficiation, agriculture and agro-processing, energy, small, medium as well as micro enterprises, at-
by the private and public sectors rises from the current
tracting investments, growing the oceans economy
levels of around 19 percent of gross domestic product
and tourism.
to 30 percent by 2030.
In addition, cross-cutting areas such as science and
Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Bulelani Magwan-
technology, water and sanitation, infrastructure, trans-
ishe said since the launch of the national Invest SA cen-
port infrastructure and broadband roll-out have also
tre, 101 walk-ins had been recorded at the centre and
been prioritised.
277 investor consultations had been done. Four investor
A specific programme also focuses on the develop-
blockages were identified, escalated to the relevant
ment of black industrialists, as part of promoting radical
departments and they were later resolved.
socio-economic transformation. This initiative aims to expand the industrial base of the country and grow the
Overcoming challenges
economy by bringing the majority to productive sectors
President Zuma said government acknowledged that
such as manufacturing.
investors, both foreign and domestic, as well as other
“The Economic Cluster has produced measures
business owners, shared concerns about the state of
to add impetus to the Nine-Point Plan,” the President
the country’s economy.
added.
“These concerns include the continued slow econom-
While Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba has announced
ic growth, rising government debt, and poor perfor-
some of these measures, more are expected when he
mance by some state-owned companies and enterpris-
delivers the Mid-term Policy Statement.
es. We share these concerns. They are our concerns too, and we are taking steps to address them,” he stressed. To address these challenges and formulate concrete measures to turn the situation around, the President
While there is no denying the challenges facing the economy, the President stressed that it was not all doom and gloom. “Our country is doing well on many fronts and life is
convened a meeting of the Economic Cluster Ministers
improving for many people on a daily basis, as basic
earlier in the year.
services are extended on an ongoing basis. We need to
“I called the meeting to also communicate to the Ministers that we need to act with a strong measure of
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unite as South Africans and put our country first,” he urged.
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VISION
Vibrant communities living on well located land
MISSION
Building partnerships to create integrated sustainable human settlements
CONTEXTUAL
ANALYSIS •
The HDA has established a reputation for delivery on time and within budget.
•
The Agency is responsible for implementing a number of projects across the country and these include mega projects such as the N2 Gateway Project in the Western Cape and Zanemvula Project in the Eastern Cape.
•
The HDA is responsible for the revitalisation programme for 22 mining towns.
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The Agency is tasked with catalytic projects worth over R340 billion that will deliver 1, 5 million houses.
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The HDA has developed project implementation support capacity that is extremely effective in supporting all spheres of government in implementing integrated human settlements programmes.
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The HDA and the Department of Human Settlements are responsible for the Master Spatial Plan which seeks to change and transform apartheid spatial planning.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS •
In excess of 68 000 hectares of land has been identified for sustainable human settlements.
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The HDA has facilitated the release of over 11 000 hectares of state-owned land for human settlements development.
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Developed Land and Property Spatial Information System (LAPSIS) and the National Human Settlements Land Index (NaHSLI) which are proving to be invaluable tools in land identification and planning services. The Priority Housing Development Areas policy and regulations have been gazetted.
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A total of 17 Implementation Protocols with Provinces and Municipalities have been formalised and signed.
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Five Medium Term Operational Plans arising from the implementation protocols have been signed with Northern Cape, Limpopo, Free State, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal.
THE DEVELOPER ROLE OF THE HDA •
In 2014, the Minister of Human Settlements pronounced that the HDA must become a fully-fledged property development agency.
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This means not only concerning itself with acquiring and preparing land, but to be a developer and project manager as well as assist municipalities and any other sphere of government that might require support.
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Developers are responsible for conceptualising, funding, planning, coordination and managing the process of property development from beginning to end.
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This means converting plans, needs and ideas into property including adding value and taking risks.
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This can include the acquisition of land, planning, design, financing and construction, selling or managing.
WHAT IS THE HDA’S UNIQUE VALUE PROPOSITION TO MUNICIPALITIES AND PROVINCES? •
Accessing land for human settlements projects.
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Packaging of human settlements projects.
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Establishing delivery partnerships with the private sector.
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Mobilising, coordinating and investing funds on behalf of the public sector.
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Facilitating the resolution of blockages.
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Monitoring the implementation of human settlements projects.
CATALYTIC PROJECTS •
Catalytic projects are mega, high impact integrated and sustainable human settlements that clearly demonstrate spatial, social and economic integration in support of the National Development Plan.
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The HDA is tasked with the overall project management of these projects that span all the country’s nine provinces. These will see the delivery of over 1, 5 million houses.
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So far, a total of 48 public sector catalytic projects have been approved and are at various stages of implementation whilst the private sector projects are yet to be given a nod.
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These are projects comprising at least 10 000 housing units and 5 000 informal settlements upgrades, projects that will have a significant impact on the environment.
HOUSING DELIVERY ON KEY NATIONAL PROJECTS •
These catalytic projects are being implemented on the back of a solid track record that the HDA has established over the years.
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Zanemvula Housing Poject in the Eastern Cape is a national government priority project meant to address the housing needs of approximately 10 000 families in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in an integrated manner. When complete, the project will deliver 13 500 habitable and affordable houses.
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So far, a total of 21 265 housing opportunities have been provided to the people of Nelson Mandela through the project. This consists of 12 137 serviced sites and 9 128 completed houses. If you look at the target of providing 13 500 houses, we are 4 372 houses short.
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On the other hand, the N2 Gateway Housing Project in the Western Cape has benefitted approximately 59 544 people to date with 13 431 houses having been completed since the inception of the project in 2005.
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A total of 13 232 of these houses have been handed over to beneficiaries and this number would increase to 16 977 by the end of the 20172018 financial year.
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The services of the HDA have also been sought out by the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements, the Northern Cape Department of Human Settlements, and KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements where the Agency is responsible for project managing some of the province’s strategic projects.
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Writer: Cecilia de Vos Belgraver
Esteemed local historian honoured Professor Charles van Onselen was awarded t he Human Sciences Researc h Council's Medal for Social Sciences and Humanities.
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R
esearch Professor Charles van Onselen is an internationally renowned researcher, historian, prolific writer and the recipient of many prestigious awards.
And now he has one more award to add to the very
long list.
and history,” he says. “I define my own topics that are important in the formative period of South African history, especially the period after 1860 up to World War II and the high point of imperialism, post-mineral discovery, state formation and
The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) presented its Medal for Social Sciences and Humanities to the historian recently.
industrialisation.” He regards the HSRC award as a sign that there is an appreciation of how, by studying the past, we can de-
The award honours him for producing the most out-
velop a better understanding of where we currently find
standing contribution in the field of the social sciences
ourselves and develop appropriate ways of addressing
and humanities.
an uncertain future.
Accepting the award, Rhodes and Oxford Universityeducated Van Onselen said it was “a singular distinction
Too few humanities graduates
to have one’s work recognised by so august a body”,
As a lecturer, Van Onselen wanted to teach his students
adding that he was greatly honoured and touched by
that history and thinking crosses national borders, which
the award.
are always shifting. History and the teaching thereof in
“But … while an award is bestowed upon an individual, the recipient can only be as good as the intellectual environment in which he or she operates, and that
South Africa is a pretty poor state of affairs, says Van Onselen. “Part of the tragedy of modern, deeply disturbed
enables them to aspire to excel-
southern Africa is not that we have too
lence,” he added.
many graduates in the humanities and
A-rating Van Onselen is one of the few Arated scholars in the social sciences and humanities in South Africa. The HSRC’s sister organisation,
“In his work he has breathed life into the dry bones of history”
the National Research Foundation (NRF), rates scientists through an
social sciences, but that we have too few trained to the requisite levels in big business and the corporate world, in the civil service and the municipalities, in law-enforcement agencies and the judiciary, in parliament and politics and in our universities. “The overwhelming burden of the
international peer-review system. The NRF explains that
everyday challenges that leaders in those stressed institu-
A-rated researchers’ peers recognise them as leading
tions now face on a daily basis have at least as much –
international scholars in their respective fields for the high
often far more – to do with a need for an intelligent read-
quality and impact of recent research outputs.
ing of individual and collective human behaviour as they
Van Onselen describes the rating system as a “calibra-
play out in society and a contested political economy
tion of standing in the scholarly community”. It confirms
than they have to do with the usual, often mindless, man-
that a researcher’s work is liked, read and rated. The
tras that are routinely recited about the need for more
rating, which is reviewed every five years, comes with an
Maths, Science and technology.”
annual grant so that the recipient can continue doing high-level research. “I found history and it found me in the 1960s when
He adds that while the corporate world might be filled with chartered accountants and MBAs – all undoubtedly desirable and necessary –much of their time is taken up
African countries were gaining independence and
by questions and answers about inequality, business
exploring what independence and colonialism was
ethics, labour relations and social justice.
about. With decolonisation I became interested in politics
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The sheer scale of the plight of the human
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condition is daunting and setting things right involves “harnessing Science and technology in new and
Mozambique and South Africa. In the citation Professor Vasu Reddy delivered before
imaginative ways, but the core problems often lie more
Van Onselen was presented with his medal, Reddy said:
squarely in the fields of education or the humanities and
“His work displays an ongoing inquiry into investigating
the social sciences.
and interpreting the past. He digs, he searches, he dis-
“If we are to improve the standing of the humanities
covers, he questions and he seeks to understand ‘truths’
and the social sciences in this
of that past whether through characters,
country we simply can no longer
ideas, issues, and events. “As a historian of southern African and
afford to tolerate a largely archaic and dysfunctional system
transnational history, Professor van Onse-
of primary school education.”
len stands in a league of his own.”
He added that the bedrock of
He added that Van Onselen’s work
good reading and fine writing is
is shaped by and founded upon an
of special importance to those
impeccable scientific base that gener-
devoted to growing the humanities
ates important scholarly and public
and the social sciences.
interest in the topics and issues that he writes about.
“If we do not improve the education of children in primary school
Van Onselen “brilliantly musters
and then follow it through into ado-
secondary sources and his own
lescence – in the high schools – and
speculations with often limited
beyond that, into young adulthood,
primary documents, represented by
at the universities, we will continue to
his ground-breaking and pioneering
lag behind our counterparts in the
work,” said Reddy. “He is a scholar
scientific world,” says Van Onselen. With him no longer teaching, Van
who writes as he breathes. In his work he has breathed life into the dry bones of history.”
Onselen’s time is devoted to research and writing now.
An international drama series based on two of Van
His latest book, titled “The Capitalist Cowboy: John Hays
Onselen’s acclaimed books are at an advanced plan-
Hammond, the American West and the Jameson Raid”
ning state. Rights have been secured for “Showdown at
published by Jonathan Ball and Co hit the bookshelves
the Red Lion: The Life and Times of Jack McLoughlin” and
recently. He says he is now interested in the link between
“Masked Raiders: Irish Banditry in Southern Africa”.
Van Onselen's works include : • Chibaro: African Mine Labour in Southern Rhodesia 1900-1933” published by Pluto Press in 1976”. • “New Babylon and New Nineveh: Studies in the Social and Economic History of the Witwatersrand, 1886-1914”. • “Small Matter of a Horse: The Life of 'Nongoloza' Mathebula, 1867–1948”. • “The Seed is Mine: The Life of Kas Maine, A South African Sharecropper, 1894-1985 ”. • “The Fox and the Flies; The World of Joseph Silver, Racketeer and Psychopath”. • “Masked Raiders; Irish Banditry in Southern Africa”. • “Showdown at the Red Lion; The Life and Times of Jack McLoughlin, 1858-1910”. • “Life and Times of Jack McLoughlin, 1859-1910”. • “Masked Raiders: Irish Banditry in Southern Africa, 1880-1899”.
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into new roles
W
hen first appointed, many managers and ex-
everyday interactions? For example, when I introduce
ecutives have a mix of excitement, exhilaration
myself to others, what do I mention first or highlight
and a bit of anxiousness about their new role.
about myself?
It is good to have a bit of anxiety and some adrenalin to stay alert to all the signals, information and intelligence about their new role, hence the value of onboarding. Onboarding is the process of introducing a new team
2. What are my core strengths, especially relating to this new role? Why me? Justify to self, first. 3. In my new role, what am I going to be doing on a daily basis (job specification/description)? I am
member, manager, leader or another role-player into an
aware that I will need to understand what I am doing
existing or new team. Onboarding needs careful thought
and speak to my senior/team about it.
and planning to be executed successfully. How a team leader, manager or executive (or even a board mem-
4. What is the low-lying fruit that I must pick first, for example team members who I already know well?
ber) gets introduced, or introduces themselves to their
5. Who exactly is in my team? What do I know, or need
new team, can sometimes make or break their impact
to know, about each one of them beyond CVs?
in that team. In many cases, it certainly determines how
6. What are my team’s strengths? What are the gaps?
soon they can start making a positive impact as a team
What new ideas do I introduce; when and how?
member or leader.
7. Who else do I report to? Who will be responsible for
Below are a few highlights of what we must consider when we start working with a new team or at a new organisation. These carefully selected reflective tips and
8. What are the critical areas of my performance? What are my key performance areas and why? This is necessary to deploy your strength successfully. 9. What is it that I cannot do without early on - those
questions are often used by
things I need to execute my duties, without which I
business coaches to assist
cannot succeed.
high-level executives seam-
10. What is it that I must stop immediately? For example,
lessly start working with their
browsing the internet, social media habits, corridor
new teams.
chit-chatting, writing long email messages to my
These tips and questions vary
team or to individuals, holding long meetings, etc.
in emphasis depending on each organisational scenario or situation, and executives or managers can use some and not necessarily all of them. 1. Who am I? How do I define and describe myself in
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verifying my work; who is in authority?
11. What are the rules of play I need to know now, in this place? For example: What is the core business strategy? What is the organisational or team culture? What is the shadow culture? What existing patterns
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and behaviours need to be stopped now? What are the team’s values? What are the informal rules and values? Who are the opinion makers? Who are the informal leaders,
coaches and mentors?
Who are the “workplace parents” and who are the “office children”? Time to empower everyone. What are the possible blind sides for leaders in this role? What new things do I need to introduce or do differently to inspire the team? What exemplary behaviours/patterns must I start modelling? For example, arriving at work earlier than before.
questions when others offer their views. Not everyone will have your best interests at heart. Be decisive and firm when you need to be.
Other tips to help you find your feet in your new position include: Do thorough research and read a lot upfront. What exactly is this new role I’m starting? During the first few weeks avoid offering opinions. Ask more questions to become informed. Learn from others and share your experiences in a measured manner. Do not smother others. Notice - who are the key stakeholders in my operating environment? Notice - who relies on my or my team’s performance to deliver on theirs? Notice - who do I need to impress the most? Notice - “headline stories” that team members are eager to share are not always accurate. Notice - loud-speakers. Take everything you hear upfront as just input; nothing is the truth. Read every HR file on your team members. Know their
Who wanted your job/role in your team? You need to work with them. Can you? What is your plan or strategy to work well with them? First nurture (protect) yourself. Manage your work energy and space carefully. Most new managers tend to take on too much in an effort to impress new bosses. Do not volunteer too much. Limit your other involvements to stay focused until you fully grasp your new responsibilities. This includes your non-work-related engagements. Find a sounding board. For example, work with a mentor or coach to help you settle in and excel. Push yourself to your performance limits. Show up and be at your very best. Be awesome now; do not put your greatness on hold. Take from these lists what is useful for you and your situation. Use whatever is relevant to you and enjoy your new adventure.
strengths and areas of development. Be cautious around the eager beavers who have ready answers for every question you ask. Avoid being ‘set-up’ to appear to be supportive of a particular ‘group’. Check everything first. Remain curious. Speak up firmly and ask incisive
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*Dr Magadlela is an executive coach and senior member of faculty at The Coaching Centre. He is also a programme manager in the Pan African Capacity Building Programme based at the Development Bank of Southern Africa.
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MOOVERS AND SHAKERS The LA Group of Companies has since its inception become a leader in the events management industry. The company comprises of Lounge Around, MOOVE Exhibition & Event Supplies, LA Weddings and 3D Deco – and is positioned in the top 2 companies in South Africa, within its sector. The LA Group of Companies specialises in boutique furniture rental and supplying customised furniture and decor for a diverse range of events. As Level 1 and Level 2 B-BBEE contributors, the company is dedicated to growing the businesses in line with South Africa’s employment equity goals. They currently employ 105 people across various departments.
LOUNGE AROUND Acquired in 2013, Lounge Around is a premium furniture hire company that has grown into a reputable, profitable and dynamic brand that services many prestigious events, including the presidential inauguration in 2014. The company’s success can be attributed to their vision of creating the definitive lounge experience, focusing on exceptional quality, service excellence and innovation. In keeping with this vision, they design pieces that are aesthetically appealing and physically comfortable.
LA WEDDINGS LA Weddings specialises in all things weddings, including executive wedding planning, co-ordination and styling. The company ensures that each event is individually designed according to the client’s specifications, with a focus on creative flair and meticulous attention to detail.
3D DECO A fairly recent addition to the LA Group of Companies, 3D Deco specialises in event-exhibition stretch decor and draping. This successful business has been in operation for over 16 years.
DIDI WALENG-FRIEDMAN CEO of the LA Group, Didi Waleng-Friedman is a passionate, motivated entrepreneur. A true inspiration to all those that work with her, Didi strives to empower women wherever possible. A seasoned entrepreneur having been in business since the age of 23, Didi is a prime example of the fact that perseverance, resilience and hard work do make that dream come true. Didi is on a personal mission to instill entrepreneurship in the youth of South Africa. “We create magic” is clearly evident throughout the LA Group as well as in her daily life.
JOEY FRIEDMAN MD of the LA Group, Joey Friedman at the age of 26 is a motivated, driven and forward thinking young man. He has introduced all that is essential for the LA Group’s success. As MD, Joey’s tenacity and ambition will enable him to continue the growth of the different brands. He is hands on at an operational level and makes every effort to empower his team in order to improve their position within the company. “Promote from within” has proven to be successful and has transformed many employees’ lives.
Writer: Nicolas Francis
fOOD & WINe
Friday flash food
A
fter a long week at work, on a Friday the last thing
Steak/lamb fold over
1/2 cucumber (diced)
Ingredients
1 tbsp coriander (coarsely
1 tbsp vegetable oil
chopped)
“What’s for supper?” Friday is all
1 onion (diced)
1/2 medium head lettuce (thinly
about finding the quick fix in the
3/4 tsp salt, divided
sliced)
kitchen. Ditch the takeout and try
1 1/4 tsp ground cumin, divided
1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
some of these quick cost-effective
500g steak or lamb (chopped into
meals that also pack a punch in
bite-sized cubes)
Directions
taste and will definitely be a winner
4 pieces naan bread
Heat oil in a large frying pan over
with the entire family.
1/2 cup yogurt
medium to high heat. Add the
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onion, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and one teaspoon cumin. Simmer and stir
Chicken tacos Ingredients
Plain yoghurt (To drizzle) 6 taco shells
occasionally until the onions are
For the filling:
soft.
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Directions
½ onion (chopped)
Heat the oil over medium-high
season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
500g chicken breast (cubed)
heat in a pan and sauté the onion.
Sauté until cooked through and
1 garlic clove (minced)
Add the meat and continuously
browned.
1 chilli (stemmed and chopped)
stir, add the garlic and chilli and
½ tsp salt
cook until the garlic is soft. Add
1 tsp chilli powder
the salt, chili powder, black pep-
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
per, cumin, and a few drops of
cumber, coriander, 1/4 teaspoon
1/4 tsp ground cumin
water. Mix well, and cook until well
cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
For the tacos:
blended.
Stir to combine and set aside. On
1 avocado (peeled and diced)
each naan, place a handful of
1 chilli (finely chopped, only add if
chicken, avocado, tomato and red
lettuce followed by the meat and
you prefer it spicy)
onion in each taco shell.
a couple teaspoons of the sauce.
Handful of coriander (chopped)
Top with some red onion over the
½ cup red onion (finely chopped)
der over. Drizzle with some plain
sauce. Serve warm.
½ cup chopped tomato
yoghurt.
Add the steak or lamb and
Wrap the naan in foil and heat in preheated oven for five minutes. In a bowl, place the yogurt, cu-
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To assemble the tacos, put
Sprinkle some chilli and corian-
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Beef burger sliders Bee
Worcestershire sauce, onion mixture,
Directions
Ingredients
salt and pepper, and mix well. Build 24
Pre-heat the oven to 200°C.
1 onion, (finely chopped)
small patties.
Add the chicken spices to the
1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, (minced) 1 kg minced beef
Cook burgers on medium heat in a pan as desired. Place the burgers on the slider rolls
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
and add toppings.
Salt and pepper
Chicken and mushroom pizza
24 small slider rolls Toppings
chicken. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and toss in the chicken cubes. Sauté for five minutes and then remove from heat. Place the pizza base on a large flat baking sheet. Spread mayonnaise all over the
Ingredients
base and cover with mozzarella
Grated cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
cheese. Scatter the mushrooms,
Mayonnaise
1 chicken fillet (diced)
chicken and tomatoes over the
Gherkins (sliced)
1 large pizza base
pizza base.
Half a cup mushrooms (sliced)
Add one more layer of cheese
Directions
125g mozzarella (grated)
and top with dollops of mayon-
Heat the oil over medium to high heat
Handful of cherry tomatoes (chopped
naise around the pizza. Spread the
in a pan and sauté the onion.
in half)
chives over and pop the pizza into
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds
30 ml chives (chopped)
the oven for 8 - 10 minutes until the
longer.
Chicken spices
base is crisp and golden and the
Mayonnaise
cheese is bubbling.
In a bowl, combine minced beef,
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aPPOINtMeNtS
Dr Moshibudi Rampedi Chief Executive Officer, South African National Biodiversity Institute Dr Moshibudi Rampedi has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). Prior to her appointment, she was Deputy Director-General for Forestry and Natural Resources Management at the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Rampedi offers a combination of education, technical and management expertise in the public sector and experience as a diplomat. She holds a Doctor of Education degree from the University of South Africa, along with an Environmental Management Diploma from Home Study College. Rampedi obtained a Master of Science in Ecology from the University of Wales in the United Kingdom. She also holds a Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany from the University of Fort Hare and a Bachelor of Pedagogics in Science from the University of Fort Hare. Her global experience in multilateral and bilateral relations includes representing South Africa in the United Nations Fora, SADC countries, Europe, North and South America, Asia and other countries such as New Zealand, Ethiopia, Kenya, Qatar, Côte d’Ivoire, the Central African Republic, Tunisia and Morocco. In her new role, she will be expected to continue with the reputable work of SANBI as a reference body for Biodiversity Management nationally and internationally.
Mziwonke Dlabantu Chief Executive Officer, National Home Builders Registration Council The National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) has appointed Mziwonke Dlabantu as Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 October 2017. He has more than 20 years' experience in the public service, with expertise in the human settlements sector, as well as strategic and financial management. Dlabantu, who is a chartered accountant by profession, has served in various government departments. Most recently, he was the Director-General of the Department of Public Works. His career started in Bisho, in the Eastern Cape, as an articled clerk at accounting firm Coopers & Lybrand, which is now part of PriceWaterhouse Coopers, in 1988. He then joined the Department of State Expenditure, which is now known as National Treasury, and served as Director of Fiscal Affairs Transport and Communication. He was also Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Housing, now known as the Department of Human Settlements, and the Department of Defence before joining the Department of Public Works. As the new CEO, Dlabantu will be expected to be actively involved in the implementation of a turnaround plan aimed at ensuring policy alignment and operational effectiveness. Part of this plan is to respond to the housing backlog, as identified by the Minister of Human Settlements.
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Crucial Mentoring Conversations by Niël Steinmann
Organisation Design for Uber Times, by Mark Bussin
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However, informal mentoring has not kept up with the
phor for doing business in a digital world of algorithms,
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automation, artificial intelligence and non-stop disrup-
Niël Steinmann, suggests a structured and intentional
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versations.
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About the Author: Mark Bussin is the
About the author
Chairperson of 21st Century, a special-
ORGANISATION DESIGN
Niël Steinmann is a
ist reward consul-
specialist business con-
tancy. He has reward
sultant and registered
experience with
industrial psychologist.
many multinational
In 1999 he founded Peo-
companies, and is
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He serves on, and advises, numerous boards,
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the author of Fundamentals for effective mentoring:
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HEAltH AND WEll-BEING
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nied by vomiting, often occurring
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CAR REVIEWS
Writer: Ashref Ismail
New Honda CR-V is a recipe for success
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T
he fourth-generation Honda CR-V
CR-V features a striking exterior design
is the world’s best-selling SUV with
and a more spacious, quieter cabin
cumulative global sales of nine
with extended rear legroom and an
million units in more than 150 countries.
expanded cargo compartment. As has
And it’s not difficult to see why, as Honda
become the Honda norm, the latest
has always been known for producing
CR-V’s pricing adopts an all-inclusive
high quality products with an enviable
strategy, ensuring strong value too.
reputation for reliability and durability.
The cabin execution is even smarter
Making its South African debut, the
than before, with enhanced ergonom-
all-new fifth-generation CR-V is set to
ics and materials, while ease of entry
extend that success even further. The
and exit is the best in the class. The CR-
latest version is the most advanced,
V’s two-mode floor allows the interior to
spacious and sophisticated iteration of
be configured in a variety
the popular compact SUV to date.
of ways to reflect individual require-
From a local perspective, it builds on
ments. In addition, the infotainment
a successful track record stretching
systems have been upgraded with
back over more than 20 years, when
extended functionality.
the CR-V pioneered the compact SUV sector in South Africa.
The drivetrain offering includes the option of a high-efficiency turbocharged engine for the first time in the
Striking design
CR-V. The four-cylinder, forced-induction
Completely redesigned and re-engi-
engine delivers exceptional power
neered from the ground up, the Honda
and torque output across a broad
A sumptuous interior complements t he elegant interior.
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CAR REVIEWS
Looking good from all angles, the Honda CR-V now has the go to matc h the show.
sive models break new ground for the CR-V by offering turbocharged power for the first time. The 1 498cc turbo engine is equipped with programmed, direct fuel injection, variable valve timing to deliver 140/kW of maximum power at 5 600 r/min, together with 240Nm of maximum torque in a broad band between 2 000 and 5 000 r/min. The new turbo engine is accompanied by Honda’s CVT gearbox, but is linked to an intelligent Real
rev range, benefiting performance and tractability, while also achieving impressive economy figures. The new CR-V is based on a com-
in the process. The Honda CR-V is offered with a
Time AWD system that seamlessly transfers power from the front to the
choice of two drivetrains. The 2.0
rear wheels when additional trac-
Comfort and 2.0 Elegance models
tion is required.
pletely new platform architecture,
are powered by a refined version
The all-wheel drive system deliv-
allowing the newcomer to achieve
of the 2.0-litre four-cylinder i-VTEC
ers the efficiency and economy of
significant gains in overall ride qual-
petrol engine employed in the previ-
front-wheel drive on normal sur-
ity and refinement, as well as crisper
ous CR-V.
faces, but offers additional traction,
steering response, enhanced ride
The normally aspirated unit is
composure and peace of mind
comfort, and more composed han-
equipped with variable valve timing
when travelling on compromised
dling. The result is a vehicle that’s
and programmed fuel injection,
surfaces such as wet roads or
more polished and more engaging
and has a rated maximum power
gravel tracks.
to drive.
output of 113kW at 6 500 r/min,
Make room The Honda CR-V boasts a cabin
The Honda CR-V range consists of
combined with a torque peak of
four models, comprising a choice
189 Nm at 4 300 r/min.
of two engines and four specifica-
The 1 997cc engine is linked to
tion levels. All four models feature
that is significantly more spacious,
Honda’s highly regarded Continu-
Honda’s latest-generation CVT.
thanks to an increase in the wheel-
ously Variable Transmission (CVT)
There is also a choice of front-wheel
base, as well as wider front and rear
with G-Shift control logic, which
drive and intelligent all-wheel drive.
tracks. The result is a meaningful
provides all the convenience of an
increase in total interior volume.
automatic gearbox, but optimises
away from the fuddy-duddy and
Rear passenger legroom has been
It is good to see Honda moving
the drive ratio for the particular
sometimes quirky designs of the
boosted by a full nine centimetre,
driving circumstances. The gearbox
past by offering a design language
and there is more shoulder room
also offers pre-set steps for manual
that is able to take the fight to the
both in the front and rear. The 60/40
selection. Drive is to the front wheels.
established rivals.
flat to expand cargo capacity, cre-
Breaking new ground
Technical information from
ating a completely flat loading floor
The 1.5T Executive and 1.5T Exclu-
Honda SA.
split rear bench seat can be folded
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ADVERTORIAL
MEC Speedy Mashilo and Govan Mbeki Executive Mayor, Cllr Flora Maboa-Boltman handing over a house to a beneficiary
INTEGRATED AND STRUCTURED DEVELOPMENT IN MPUMALANGA BEING REALISED The National Development Plan (NDP) has mandated the Department of Human Settlements to provide adequate
Extentions 6 and 8 and Sabie Extension 10; Siyanqoba Housing Development; Duvha Park; Rockdale North;
housing and integrated human settlements to eligible beneficiaries. What progress have you made on this front?
KwaZamokuhle; and Siyathuthuka.
The Department of Human Settlements’ Medium Term Strategic Framework (MTSF) addresses the requirements of the NDP by ensuring that poor households have adequate housing in well located land; supporting the development of a residential property market that is functional and equitable and enhancing institutional capacity improvements so as to address spatial integrating targeting. In 2014 the Executive Council [EXCO] approved the Mpumalanga Human Settlements Master Plan, which serves as a guiding framework in the implementation of Sustainable Integrated Human Settlements during the current MTSF period. In line with the Master Plan, the department has delivered 49 959 housing opportunities and issued 24 794 title deeds during the MTSF period, which started in 2014. These have been achieved through the various housing policy instruments such as the (1) Integrated Residential Development [IRDP]; (2) enhanced People Housing Process [ePHP]; (3) Community Residential Units [CRUs]; (4) Social Housing; (5) Finance Linked Individual Subsidy Programme [FLISP]; (6) Military Veterans Programme and (7) Informal Settlements Upgrading Programme [UISP] – Serviced Sites. The department has been able to allocate most of the housing opportunities in integrated human settlements such as Tekwane South Extension 2; Tekwane North Extension 1; Emjindini Extensions 16, 17 and 18; Standerton Extension 8; Wesselton Extention 7; Mashishing
With October being Human Settlements Month, how will Mpumalanga’s Department of Human Settlements celebrate this auspicious occasion? There are few project hand-overs planned for the month, marketing and public relations activities through various media platforms and outreach programmes. We will continue with our monthly radio talk shows, marketing programmes and public relations exercises such as handing over of military veterans’ projects, visits to projects currently underway and we will also partner with stakeholders to support them in their social responsibilities activities, especially for the most vulnerable groups in society such as women, child-headed households, orphans and people with disabilities. There is a new noticeable trajectory in the realisation of integrated and structured development in Mpumalanga. To what do you attribute the department’s success and can you identify some of those successes? High numbers of houses delivered within a set period is construed as good performance, yet the responsive nature and quality of houses built (which ordinarily translates to quality of life) is less attended to; this at the expense of households meant to benefit in all government developmental initiatives. Contrary to the current norms and standards, role players across all spheres of government in general tend to monitor set targets – not quality nor pre-determined government objectives in as far as the creation of sustainable human settlements.
Military Veterans’ houses delivered at Siyanqoba BNG Project
What was of fundamental importance was the establishment of an efficient and effective delivery of human settlements development value chain in Mpumalanga Province and ensuring that accountability, monitoring and evaluation tools are used to ensure that the appointed service providers deliver quality houses in particular and in the process meet the expectations of the needy households and most vulnerable citizens in general. There are several new and exciting housing and settlement projects currently in the pipeline for the department. What are these? In Ehlanzeni District Municipal Area, these are: 1. H illsview Integrated Human Settlement – City of Mbombela Local Municipality; 2. R ockys Drift Integrated Human Settlement (Dingwell and Msholozi) – City of Mbombela Local Municipality; 3. M ataffin Precinct Integrated Human Settlement – City of Mbombela Local Municipality; 4. M jejane and Mjejane Extension 1 Integrated Human Settlement – Nkomazi Local Municipality; 5. K aMhlushwa Integrated Human Settlement – Nkomazi Local Municipality; 6. L ehumo Integrated Human Settlement – Bushbuckridge Local Municipality; 7. B urlington Integrated Human Settlement – Bushbuckridge Local Municipality; 8. R ooyboklaagte Integrated Human Settlement – Bushbuckridge Local Municipality; 9. L illydale Integrated Human Settlement – Bushbuckridge Local Municipality; and 10. Kumana Integrated Human Settlement – Bushbuckridge Local Municipality. In Gert Sibande District Municipal Area, these are: 1. Z ondagfontein and Landverwacht 282 IS Integrated Human Settlements – Govan Mbeki Local Municipality; 2. R ietspruit Integrated Human Settlement – Msukaligwa Local Municipality; 3. E kuthuleni Integrated Human Settlement – Govan Mbeki Local Municipality; 4. K empville Extension 2 Integrated Human Settlement – Mkhondo Local Municipality; 5. P iet Retief Extension 7 Integrated Human Settlement – Mkhondo Local Municipality; 6. G rootvlei Integrated Human Settlement – Dipaliseng Local Municipality; 7. A msterdam Integrated Human Settlement – Mkhondo Local Municipality;
A government subsidised house at Elukwatini, Chief Albert Luthuli Local Municipality
8. V ukuzakhe Integrated Human Settlement – Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality; 9. P erdekop Integrated Human Settlement – Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality; 10. A mosfort Integrated Human Settlement – Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality; and 11. W akkerstroom Integrated Human Settlement – Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality. In Nkangala District Municipal Area, these are: 1. K larinet Phase 2 Integrated Human Settlement – eMalahleni Local Municipality [CATALYTIC PROJECT] 2. R ondebosch Integrated Human Settlement – Steve Tshwete Local Municipality 3. N aauwpoort Integrated Human Settlement – eMalahleni Local Municipality. A forum to address the proliferation of informal settlements in Mpumalanga was recently established, supplemented by a countrywide roadshow. What interesting findings emerged from the forum, and has it helped people understand your bid to facilitate structured development? The province needs to develop a Provincial Informal Settlements Strategy and each municipality needs to develop its own strategy covering the entire municipality in order to adequately deal with the ever increasing challenges of mushrooming of informal settlements. The mining sector indirectly contributes towards the mushrooming of informal settlements and needs to be engaged as part of the corporate social responsibility to contribute towards the development of human settlements for their employees in line with the Mining Charter. The forum must meet once per quarter and in that way assist municipalities to better understand and learn best practices from other provinces on how they deal with the prevention and upgrading of informal settlements. What are some of the more immediate challenges that the Mpumalanga Department of Human Settlements is facing? 1. M ushrooming of informal settlements in some mining towns, 2. U navailability of bulk infrastructure affecting speedy delivery of integrated human settlements, 3. L and invasions in unplanned areas that are susceptible to natural disasters and land parcels earmarked for other socio-economic facilities, and 4. I llegal invasion of human settlements by those in need for housing opportunities closer to areas of work.
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MEC Mashilo handing over a title deed to a beneficiary at Victor Khanye Local Municipality
How important is the private sector and business community’s contribution to the department? And have you managed to establish successful partnerships with the private sector? The department and local municipalities have concluded agreements with a number of private entities wherein parties to the contracts are involved in the creation of Integrated Human Settlements. The partnerships in this regard entail the following: 1. T ownship establishment processes; 2. Servicing of sites; and 3. Construction of individual housing units comprising of different housing typologies. In this regard, the extent of partnerships entails amongst other components township establishment and servicing of sites on publicly owned land, construction of top structures and serviced sites that are fully funded by the mining houses and private entities such as SASOL Pty Ltd and MIB Pty Ltd in Govan Mbeki Municipal area as well as EXXARO Coal Mining Company and SOUTH32 Coal Mining Company in both eMalahleni and Steve Tshwete Local Municipalities. What processes does the department have in place to ensure effective project implementation? In the path to successful delivery of integrated human settlements, the department has been successful in establishing and affirming its role in ensuring access to adequate housing. The following issues are considered critical, therefore requiring the attention of the sector and necessary to ensure effective project implementation: 1. T he organisational structures across all spheres in the sector ought to be restructured and suitably qualified and experienced professionals need to be recruited. 2. H ouses may be reported as having been built whilst they are not [due to the lack of accountability, and pure corruption] and in other instances the quality of houses tend to be poor and substandard in nature, due to lack of monitoring and evaluation. 3. T he need for the devolution of the human settlement mandate to the local sphere of government remains a deciding factor in the creation of integrated sustainable human settlements.
Community Residential Units (CRU) at Emthonjeni, Emakhazeni Local Municipality
4. Q uality of the houses versus environmental quality. Houses ought to be built in areas where negative development issues such as inadequate levels of bulk infrastructure, sewer spillages, and poor road infrastructure conditions have been adequately addressed. 5. E nhanced working relations between human settlements departments and support institutions such as, amongst others, the NHBRC and the HDA is of paramount importance. 6. S upport institutions should be encouraged in terms of providing services ranging from warranty protection and regulating the industry to acting as the implementing agents in related place making activities such as project management, identification, acquisition and development of land for various human settlements related purposes. 7. S patial planning is one of the key instruments essential in bringing about the desired change in the creation of sustainable human settlements. 8. M easuring sustainable urban development is essential in supporting the formulation of transformative interventions aimed at sustainability and shared prosperity. 9. S trengthening municipal finance is considered just as important in addressing and responding to the government priorities in a manner that relates to what needy households expect from the government. Technology is rapidly changing the way the world operates. How are you ensuring a future-fit Mpumalanga Department of Human Settlements? The department uses tools such as the Geographic Information System (GIS) to visualise, plan, analyse, report and monitor progress on the ground. The department is currently in the process of implementing an enterprise GIS solution to centralise information and make it accessible through an online portal.
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Writer: Kat hr yn de Villiers Pictures: Kat hr yn de Villiers
Clear your head
in the Karoo T
hey call it a “skraalwind” be-
rocky outcrops that form crisp silhou-
National Park, situated just five kilo-
cause it gets in everywhere with
ettes, the narrow, dark ravines that
metres from Beaufort West.
a dry cold that cracks your skin
open onto rolling plains and a stag-
and burns your lungs as it greets you,
gering vastness that ingests endless
Spoilt for choice
blowing over the Great Karoo. Winter
sunlight and starlight alike.
There are Cape Dutch-style chalets
here is harsh and clean. There is no match for the grandeur of this arid wasteland – the sharp,
One of the best ways to experi-
of varying sizes for guests to choose
ence the purity of this immense and
from, but my family usually opts for
tranquil landscape is in the Karoo
one of the two-bedroom, six-sleeper, self-catering family cottages on our getaways. These are intimate enough to ensure family bonding during all activities in the open kitchen, dining and lounge area, but also large enough to break away to either one of the bedrooms when this loses its appeal. Smaller chalets are also available for groups of four (with a double sleeper couch and two single beds) or two (with a double bed), both
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with kitchens. The family and couple
Embizweni is a house built to ac-
units offer a selection of DStv chan-
commodate six guests and Afsaal
nels, and all rooms are equipped
Cottage is an upgraded shepherd’s
cellent vantage points for animal
with bedding and towels and are
hut, which can accommodate two
spotting and guests are advised to
serviced daily.
adults and two children.
make a stop at the top to enjoy the
Other than the chalets, the park
Both units are equipped with a
mitted holidaymakers). The Klipspringer Pass offers ex-
scenic lookout point, Rooivalle.
boasts 24 award-winning sites for
gas burner, fridge and outside
campers and caravans in a leafy,
braai area, and have solar-powered
dassies that dart across the rocks
green oasis, which is a stone’s throw
lights and geysers. They do not,
below, wildlife enthusiasts can
away from the main camp, each
however, offer cellphone reception,
marvel at the black eagles that
equipped with a 220V power point.
so take books, board games and
have made their nest and live in the
binoculars, and lose yourself in the
canyon.
All campers have access to a communal kitchen and ablution
timeless landscape.
facilities, as well as laundry facilities.
Apart from watching the daring
The Nuweveld EcoTrail (90km) and Afsaal EcoTrail (13km) afford 4x4 en-
Washing machine and tumble drier
Game-watching
thusiasts the chance to venture off
tokens can be purchased at the
A great way to spend any day in the
the popular roads and experience
reception desk for R10 each.
park – and a definite family favour-
more remote areas of the Karoo National Park.
For 4x4 owners seeking a quieter
ite – is game-watching. This can be
getaway, both Embizweni and Afsaal
done from your own car, on foot or
offer a sleepover in the wilderness.
even your chalet stoep (for the com-
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Guided walks in the park cost R210 per person, and are available to
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travel
visitors wanting to hike the terrain
plateau, you are guaranteed to see
at the park necessitates electrified
before breakfast. These are sched-
some form of life, largely due to the
fencing around the perimeters of
uled for 6am in summer and 7am
fact that there are limited places for
the main camp, campsite and cara-
in winter, and are led by qualified
animals to hide.
van park, preventing any lengthy
guides.
The Karoo National Park is home
hikes, the enclosed roads are still
to a large array of birdlife, antelope
open for running and walking, and
early can try the guided night drives,
and smaller animals and even
are safe for children to play and ride
which are available to up to nine
boasts rhino and lions. A large map
their bicycles.
people at a time. These are the best
at reception is updated by rangers
chance visitors have of seeing the
to indicate species’ locations. Apart
the impressive Fossil Trail, which
nocturnal inhabitants of the park,
from the morning and night tours
boasts a number of display cases
such as bat-eared foxes, caracals
which the park provides at an ad-
and information plaques about the
and brown hyena. Adults will each
ditional fee, there is also a bird hide
fossil and geological history of the
be charged R210 for this experience,
a short stroll away from the chalets,
region.
but for children under the age of 12,
as well as an Interpretive Centre with
the fee is R105 each.
its fauna and flora exhibitions near
Pack smart
the caravan and camp sites, both of
After many holidays at the Karoo
which are free.
National Park during my lifetime,
Those who prefer not to get up so
If you take your vehicle out during the day on the designated roads that wind across the plains and the
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Although the wildlife contingency
Less sporty visitors can stroll along
I have learned that the most
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valuable items to include in your suitcase are a camera, binoculars and a double adaptor. Sometimes it is also necessary to bring your own bottled drinking water as Karoo water takes some getting used to. When packing, guests are reminded that the weather can be scorching from December to February and bitingly cold on midwinter nights. There is a shop at the reception building that stocks a variety of necessities and comforts (edible and otherwise), and also sells everything necessary for braaiing at the chalets. Anything that you might re-
are served at the fully licensed a la
ders with other guests at the park.
quire over and above this selection
carte restaurant from 7am to 10am
Bookworms are strongly advised to
can be purchased from shops in
and 6pm to 9pm, respectively, and
bring their favourite companions
Beaufort West. Breakfast and dinner
provide the opportunity to rub shoul-
along.
Who to contact: South African National Parks reservations Tel: +27 (0) 12 428 9111 Karoo National Park Tel: +27 (0) 23 415 2828 Website: https://www.sanparks. org/parks/karoo/ Points of interest: •
A comprehensive list of all flora and fauna at the Karoo National Park can be found on the park’s website.
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One of the family units and two of the four-sleeper units have been modified to accommodate persons with limited mobility.
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