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A global leader in the development and use of Information and
Communication Technologies for socio-economic developmentDoC
LEADERSHIP TEAM*
Rosey SekeseDirector-GeneralSam VilakaziDDG AdministrationThemba
PhiriDDG ICT PolicyGift ButheleziDDG International Affairs and
TradeJabu RadebeAct. DDG ICT Infrastructure DevelopmentFarhad
OsmanCD: SPMKedibone SekweleCD: HRMPearl SeopelaCD:
CommunicationsAlfred MmotoCD: DGs Office
*DoC VISION, MISSION & MANDATE A global leader in the
development and use of Information and Communication Technologies
for socio-economic developmentSouth Africa as a global leader in
the development and use of Information and Communication
Technologies for socio-economic developmentTo create a vibrant ICT
Sector that ensures that all South Africans have access to
affordable and accessible ICT services in order to advance
socio-economic development goals, support the African Agenda and
contribute to building a better worldVisionMissionBuilding an
inclusive information society through a sustainable world class
information and communication technologies environmentMandate
*GENERAL OVERVIEWA global leader in the development and use of
Information and Communication Technologies for socio-economic
developmentDue to focused planning and streamlining of priorities,
in the 2011/12 financial year the Department committed to achieve a
total of 99 targets across its 6 programmes. When compared to the
year end performance of the 2010/11, Programme performance, in
terms of targets fully achieved, has improved from 51% to 70%.This
substantial improvement in performance can be attributed to the
following amongst others:Critical decision and policies approved by
Cabinet.Interaction with Provinces and local government in terms of
the IGR Act have also been improved.Financial performance both
project delivery, and accountability for the budget has surpassed
other previous years.Alignment of strategic objectives and outcomes
between DOC and its Entities has occurred. Performance has sort to
achieve the targets on the Ministerial delivery agreement.
Appointment of staff in key positions in DoC as well as in
Entities.Fully functional governance structures including the
Organisational Performance Assessment Board
Despite the drastic improvement in performance, the Department
has fallen short in fully achieving a portion of its targets. This
can be largely attributed to various project specific challenges as
well as the following cross-cutting challenges amongst
others:Delays in funding certain key projects due to budget
cuts.Community Radio Equipment provision has delayed due to legal
challenges with the incumbent service provider.HR capacity in
certain key areas affecting our skills base to deliver on certain
areas, e.g. DTT and Broadband.Finalisation of the Organisational
structure, particularly Non-SMS level took longer than
anticipated.Turn-Around of the PNC into its new mandate as a
Information and Research Branch in terms of the new structure led
to delays in implementing certain projects. Limited focus and lack
of resources to support SMME development continues to strain the
growth of this sector. *KEY CHALLENGES A global leader in the
development and use of Information and Communication Technologies
for socio-economic development
Department also made extensive strides towards fostering
collaboration with the ICT Industry aimed at job creation and
economic development. In this regard, the Department established an
ICT Industry Working Group made up of the Captains of the ICT
Industry which was further supported by 6 Work-streams. *INDUSTRY
COLLABORATIONA global leader in the development and use of
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PROGRAMMES *
2011-12 FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES1. Broadband2. Broadcasting Digital
Migration3. Job Creation4. E-Skills5. Rural Connectivity6.
Postbank
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Programme Broadband (1): *The Department developed a broadband
strategy document together with the broadband implementation plan.A
service provider was appointed to conduct an analysis of the
current broadband status in South Africa. The project has commenced
and is currently on schedule with five reports having been
produced.Among others the Department focused on the following
broadband initiatives in the KZN province (Sisonke District
Municipality, Msinga, Tugela Ferry, Pomeroy and Keiths Drift
etc.)Provincial and Municipal Broadband guidelines were finalised
and distributed via the Broadband Intergovernmental Implementation
Committee and the implementation was monitored.Connectivity plans
for connecting schools and Health centres was developed.The DoC
continually facilitated and monitored the roll-out of DTT
infrastructure - 60% of population coverage had been achieved.The
low power transmitter roll-out was facilitated and monitored.
Nineteen low power stations were established.
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Programme Broadband (2): *Schools Connectivity:The Department is
facilitating the provision of broadband connectivity to 1650
schools as part of the 2010 FIFA World Cup legacy projects.This is
a pilot phase (Phase 1) of the implementation of the Connectivity
Plan for schools. The DoC is collaborating with the Department of
Basic Education (DBE) in delivering this project in provinces.The
DoC, DBE and all nine provincial Education Departments have signed
the Contract (the Master Service Agreement) to allow Telkom to
proceed with providing this broadband service to 1650 schools.
These schools were selected by DBE and Provincial Education
Departments. To date, Telkom has installed WAN connections in 600
schools and the project is currently in progress.The broadband
services delivered in these schools are: access to emails and
internet as well as the hosting of educational resources. This
project will be completed by the end of the 2012/13 financial
year.
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Programme Broadcasting Digital Migration (1)*Cabinet approved the
scheme for ownership support in March 2012. The rollout of the
scheme will only start once prospective manufacturers havebeen
appointed.With regard to developing a means test for identifying
poor TV owning households and infrastructure for subsidy
disbursement by USAASA, the Department engaged with USAASA to
monitor progress against the SOS implementation plan and finalise
the qualifying criteria for the subsidy scheme.Cabinet approved the
STB manufacturing sector development strategy in March 2012 and its
implementation has commenced. The qualifying criteria is in the
process of being gazetted.The Department, in collaboration with
USAASA, has finalised the Business Rules for the STB distribution
process to qualifying households.
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Programme Broadcasting Digital Migration (2)*Additional
Information:A request for proposals for STB Manufacturing was
published at the end of July 2012. A total of 37 responses were
received when the tender closed on 14 September 2012. The first
phase of DTT Launch was successfully hosted in the Northern Cape
from 2-3 October 2012.
Due to the E.TV court challenge the following implications
should be noted:Suspension of all processes relating to the STB
tender including the evaluation of proposals from STB manufacturing
companiesUncertainty of the court outcome has rippled on to other
stakeholders including SABS and Sentech on their deliverables for
the DTT project.Negative impact on the launch date.
It is envisaged that the full commercial launch will happen in
the first quarter of 2013.
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Programme e-SKILLS*The Department commenced with numerous e-Skills
pilot training programmes resulting into the training of 2500
students.The five provincial hubs are conducting provincial audits
of all e-skills across business, government, education and civil
society, conducting a gap analysis to address future needs in
relation to the NeSPA, NGP, MTSF 2009-2014 and MDGs and to identify
auxiliary projects and develop a process for collaboration across
existing initiatives.The Department has finalised a B-Level
curriculum, which is ready to be offered.Engagements have been
initiated with several Universities to establish e-skills
coordination and production hubs.The ICT Career Expo 2011 was held
from 3 to 5 October 2011. The main event was held in
Olifantsfontein and an estimated 1800 participants took part,
including Grade 10-12 learners, IT graduates and FET college
students. Parallel activities were also held in Port Elizabeth, the
Free State, Durban and Cape Town.
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Programme e-SKILLSImpact across Provinces (1)
PROVINCECATEGORYThought-leaderse-Practitionere-UsersCommunitiesTotal
Eastern
Cape21160480229Gauteng07717094Kwazulu-Natal016641020596Limpopo0898097Mpumalanga0454049North
West0486054Northern Cape3503420386Western Cape50350130413
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Programme e-SKILLSImpact across Provinces (1)
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Programme Rural Connectivity*The Department developed an ICT Rural
Development Strategy which was presented to the ISAD
Multistakeholder Forum and Outcome 7 Executive Implementation
Committee for discussion. The strategy was further presented at the
DGs Implementation Cluster Committee and was adopted.An
implementation plan was developed, and its implementation has
commenced in identified rural sites which focuses on:Provision of
Basic ICT Services as base for Service DeliveryBuild ICT
Infrastructure to bring AccessibilityAffordability on services that
are neededSchools labs and connectivityE-Health connectivityRadio
and Television servicesE-AgricultureCultural and heritage
content
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Programme SAPO & Postbank*The SAPO Bill was developed and
underwent a legislativeProcess. The final SAPO Bill was signed into
law by the President in December 2011.The Postbank Act came into
operation on the 22 July 2011 and its implementation was
monitored.Following extensive research, the Department developed
theBorrowing, Lending and Investment Policies, which underwent
stakeholder consultation with the National Treasury, Postbank and
SAPO.The final Policies were submitted to the Minister of Finance
for concurrence.
Job Creation:The Department promotes and monitors job creation
through various projects, the most critical being BDM. Statistics
pertaining the number of potential jobs will be finalised during
the implementation of the STB Manufacturing strategy which was
approved in the period under review.
*DoC PROGRAMMES
A global leader in the development and use of Information and
Communication Technologies for socio-economic development
The 2011/12 targets were allocated to the following 6 Programmes
within DoC:Programme 1: Governance & AdministrationProgramme 2:
ICT International Affairs & TradeProgramme 3: ICT Policy
DevelopmentProgramme 4: ICT Enterprise DevelopmentProgramme 5: ICT
Infrastructure DevelopmentProgramme 6: Presidential National
Commission on ISAD
In the 2013/14 FY, the Department will be implementing a new
Programme Structure .The Presentation provides a high-level summary
in terms of achievement of key targets per Programme however the
details are available in the printed 2011/12 Annual Report.
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A global leader in the development and use of Information and
Communication Technologies for socio-economic development*Purpose:
Develop ICT policies and legislation that support the development
of an ICT sector that creates favourable conditions for the
accelerated and shared growth of the economy. Develop strategies
that increase the uptake and usage of ICTs by the majority of the
South African population, thus bridging the digital divide.This
programme consist of the following six (6) sub-programmesICT Policy
Development drafts legislation, regulations, policy and guidelines
that govern the broadcasting, telecommunications, postal and IT
sectors, thus ensuring broad based economic development within the
ICT sector. Economic Analysis, Market Modelling and Research is
responsible for economic analysis of the broadcasting,
telecommunications, postal and IT sectors to determine trends and
make growth projections. The sub-programme also undertakes market
research to explore areas which require policy intervention. ICT
Uptake and Usage ensures that the ICT industry adheres to and
implements policy and legislation and undertakes research to
determine the extent to which policies are being implemented in the
broadcasting, telecommunications, postal and IT
sectors.Intergovernmental Relations advises, coordinates and
facilitates intergovernmental relations with all spheres of
government in carrying out the departmental mandate.South African
Broadcasting Corporation: Community Radio Stations focuses on
extending signal distribution to reach all communities and
extending community multimedia services at selected nodal
points.South African Broadcasting Corporation: Programme Production
makes transfers to the South African Broadcasting Corporation and
other entities for producing programmes with local content on
issues relating to youth, women, children the disabled, and HIV and
AIDS, for commercial and community radio stations.
ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENT
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ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARYPolicy and
LegislationThe integrated ICT policy framework, for a converged ICT
environment was approved.Through the legislative process necessary
changes were effected, to the SAPO Bill after which the final SAPO
Bill was signed into law by the President in December 2011.The
Postbank Act came into operation on the 22 July 2011 and the
Department monitored the implementation of the Postbank Act through
actively participating in the Postbank working Committee and
Operations Committee.With regards to the ICASA Amendment Bill,
extensive consultations were undertaken as well as benchmarking
after which the Department developed a comprehensive discussion
document on improving the capacity of the regulator, which included
the proposed areas for amendment to effect the desired impact of
ICASA.In terms of the White Paper on Broadcasting Policy, due
diligence was conducted, after which a position paper on public
broadcasting services was developed.With regards to Postbank,
following extensive research, the Department developed the
Borrowing, Lending and Investment policies, which underwent
stakeholder consultation with the National Treasury, Postbank and
SAPO. The final Policies were submitted to the Minister of Finance
for concurrence.During the reporting period, the Department
developed the PMS for ICASA councilors. The ICASA PMS was tabled in
Parliament and subsequently approved.
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ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARYBroadcasting
Digital MigrationCabinet approved the scheme for ownership support
in March 2012. Cabinet approved the STB manufacturing sector
development strategy in March 2012 and its implementation has
commenced. Furthermore, a BDM public awareness campaign was
launched in March 2012.
Cost to CommunicateA process to enter into an MoU has been
initiated with ICASA to implement a programme of action on cost of
telephony in South Africa.Research on international best practice
on business processing outsourcing was conducted and a development
pricing strategy was developed with the DTI.Furthermore, an ICT
data warehouse portal has been developed and populated with
relevant ICT data regarding the performance of the ICT sector in
general.
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ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARYE-SkillsThe
Department introduced new short courses relevant to e-skills needs
as well as established a national research for e-skills network
across five local universities.This impacted in the increase in the
number of short courses relevant to e-skills capacity development
needs; an increase in the intake in relevant e-skills aligned to
and accepted by industry, government and educational needs and
targeting rural and peri-urban communities. Furthermore, it
increased the awareness of e-skills evidence-based research.The ICT
Career Expo 2011 was held from 3 to 5 October 2011, in line with
the expansion model. Parallel activities were also held in Port
Elizabeth, the Free State, Durban and Cape Town.A formal national
e-Skills Multi-Stakeholder Collaborative network established with
formal commitment from key stakeholders across government,
business, education and civil society to respond to the
NeSPA.Engagements have been initiated with North West University,
the University of the Free State and University of Johannesburg to
establish e-skills coordination and production hubs in the North
West, Free State and Mpumalanga Provinces.
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ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARYIntergovernmental
RelationsIn implementing the IGR engagement framework, the
Department engaged all provinces over the reporting period and
established 7 structures where the Department can participate to
promote the ICT agenda. The implementation of the IGR engagement
framework was monitored through the operationalisation of the
various committees proposed by the framework and successful and
constructive functioning of these structuresVarious other IGR
related initiatives were successfully undertaken across numerous
provinces in relation to a multitude of projects.The Department
provided IGR advice and support to Minister and Deputy Minister and
supported the public participation programmes. The Department
supported 17 events as part of the Minister and Deputy Ministers
public participation programme during the reporting period, as well
as the work of the SOEs.
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INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTPurpose: Promote investment in robust and
reliable, secure and affordable ICT infrastructure that supports
and enables the provision of a multiplicity of applications and
services.
ICT Infrastructure Development programme has the following
sub-programmes:
Applications and Research is responsible for technology research
and analysis, applications and content development; analysis of the
legal environment to promote infrastructure technologies and
managing the use of the National Frequency spectrum.Meraka
Institute: DoC makes transfers to Meraka Institute to conduct
research and develop ICT applications in the national interest.
Transfers to the entity ended in 2009/10.112 Emergency Call Centre
provides a single national emergency number, from which all
emergency calls will be routed to the most suitable local response
unit..za Domain Name Authority is responsible for administering and
managing the .za domain name space.*
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ICT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS
SUMMARYBroadbandBroadband study conducted on cost, penetration and
coverage to inform interventions going forward. The Department
focused on various broadband initiatives in the KZN province
(broadband pilot project in Sisonke District Municipality, Msinga
resulting in stimulation of social economic activities) Legal
provisions in support of Broadband Infrastructure deployment was
developed Provincial and Municipal Broadband guidelines were
finalised to support a coordinated approach to Broadband
rollout.Conducted Frequency spectrum audit to inform intervention
with regards to efficient spectrum utilisation.The Department
developed a broadband strategy document together with the broadband
implementation plan.
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ICT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
Connectivity to Health Centres and SchoolsConnectivity plan for
schools was developed to coordinate the deployment of BB
connectivity for schools.Draft connectivity plan for Health centres
was developed to coordinate and guide the deployment of Broadband
connectivity for Health facilities.
DTT Infrastructure Roll-out60% population coverage of DTT
rollout achieved to facilitate digital migration and freeing
spectrum for Broadband .19 low power stations were established,
positively impacting of household that do not access to some of the
broadcasting services.
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CybersecurityThe National Cybersecurity Policy Framework was
approved by Cabinet on March 2012.Establishment of a Cybersecurity
Hub to contribute to combating cyber crime and making cyberspace
secure has commenced.
WRC -12Influenced the global radio conference through
influencing SADC and African common proposals to WRC 12 such as the
extension of digital dividend.
ICT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
ICT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTTV & RADIO SERVICES PER
PROVINCE (1)A global leader in the development and use of
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NO.PROVINCEAREA/SITEDISTRICT MUNICIPALITYLOCAL MUNICIPALITYTV
AND RADIO SERVICESSTATUSEASTERN CAPE1.HofmeyerChris
HaniTsolwanaSABC 1,2,3, RSGOn-Air15 February
20122.KareedouwCacaduKou-KammaSABC 1,2,3, RSG and Umhlobo
WeneneOn-Air15 February 20123.PearstonCacaduBlue Crane RouteSABC
1,2,3, RSGOn-Air15 February 20124.WittleseaChris HaniLukhanjiSABC
1,2,3, RSG and Umhlobo WeneneOn-Air05 April 2011Free
State5.Hobhouse DipolanongMotheoMantsopaSABC 1,2,3 and Lesedi
FMOn-Air20 December 20116.JagersfonteinXharipKopanongSABC 1,2,3 and
Lesedi FMOn-Air20 December 20117.MemelThabo
MofutsanyanaPhumelelaSABC 1,2,3 and Lesedi FMOn-Air20 December
20118.Paul Roux _ Fateng Tse NtshoThabo MofutsanyanaDihlabengSABC
1,2,3 and Lesedi FMOn-Air20 December 2011
ICT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTTV & RADIO SERVICES PER
PROVINCE (2)A global leader in the development and use of
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NO.PROVINCEAREA/SITEDISTRICT MUNICIPALITYLOCAL MUNICIPALITYTV
AND RADIO SERVICESSTATUSKWAZULU NATAL9.MandiniiLembeMandeniSABC
1,2,3 and Ukhozi FMOn-Air15 November 201110.Msinga
TopsUMzinyathiMsingaSABC 1,2,3 and Ukhozi FMOn-Air13 May
201111.Tugela FerryUMzinyathiMsingaSABC 1,2,3 and Ukhozi FMOn-Air13
May 2011Mpumalanga12.BoekenhouthoekNkangalaThembisileSABC 1,2,3 and
Ligwalagwala FMOn-Air15 December 201113.ChrissiesmeerGert
SibandeMsukaligwa SABC 1,2,3 and Ligwalagwala FMOn-Air15 December
201114.Tjakastad NhlazatjaGert SibandeAlbert LuthuliSABC 1,2,3 and
Ligwalagwala FMOn-Air15 December 2011.15.WakkerstroomGert
SibandePixley ka SemeSABC 1,2,3 and Ligwalagwala FMOn-Air15
December 2011
ICT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENTTV & RADIO SERVICES PER
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NO.PROVINCEAREA/SITEDISTRICT MUNICIPALITYLOCAL MUNICIPALITYTV
AND RADIO SERVICESSTATUSNORTHERN CAPE16.VanzylsrusJohn Taolo
GaetseweSABC 1,2,3 and RSGOn-Air16 November 2011North
West17.LogaganeNgaka Modiri MolemaRatlouSABC 1,2,3Motsweding
FMOn-Air18.SannieshofNgaka Modiri MolemaTswaingMotsweding
FMOn-Air09 September 2011.19.VanzylsrusJohn Taolo GaetseweSABC 1,
2, 3RSGOn Air16 Nov 2011WESTERN CAPE20.Natures ValleyEdenBitouSABC
1,2,3 RSG and Umhlobo WeneneOn-Air 15 February
201221.WupperthalWest CoastCederbergSABC 1,2,3 and RSGOn-Air 17
October 2011.
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developmentPRESIDENTIAL NATIONAL COMMISSIONPurpose: Facilitate the
development of an inclusive information society by promoting the
uptake and usage of ICT for improved socio-economic development and
research.
Planning, Coordination and Evaluation (PCE) ensures that South
Africa has proactive and progressive national plans on Information
Society and Development, with sectoral, provincial and local
government inputs. It also assesses whether policies and
legislation are conducive to development of an inclusive
Information Society, and assesses the impact of ICT programmes and
projects.Information Society and Development (ISAD) Cluster
supports the effective and efficient functioning of the ISAD
institutional mechanisms such as the Inter-Ministerial Committee on
ISAD, the ISAD Inter-Governmental Relations Forum (IGRF), FOSAD
ISAD Cluster, and the IGRF Technical Committee. e-Applications
facilitates the implementation of Information Society related
projects and programmes in order to attain the sectoral targets of
the ISAD Plan and maximises the benefits of the Information Society
for the development of women, children, youth, people with
disabilities as well as poor communities. Presidential National
Commission Operations provides responsive, timely and comprehensive
strategic and administrative support that strengthens the PNC on
ISAD as a knowledge-driven organisation.
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ICT Rural developmentThe ICT Rural Development Strategy was
developed and presented to the ISAD Multi-stakeholder Forum and
Outcome 7 Executive Implementation Committee for discussion. The
strategy was further presented at the DGs Implementation Cluster
Committee and was adopted.An implementation plan was developed, and
its implementation has commenced.
e-Applications for healthThe consultations with the national and
provincial Departments of Health resulted in buy-in by provinces
and the national Department of Health on the project. This led to
the Department of Health providing information required for the
audit on e-applications.An audit on current e-applications in
health was conducted in provincial Departments of Health and an
audit report was prepared and analysed.The proof of concept (the
primary health care information system solution that was developed)
for e-applications was tested on Jooma Open Source and in the
internal test environment it was demonstrated to be feasible.
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e-Literacy training for youthe-Literacy training programme of
young people was implemented. 1050 young people participated in the
e-literacy training programme during the reporting period.
WSIS related programmesThe WSIS coordinating mechanism was
developed and key WSIS (ISAD) programmes were collated.WSIS related
programmes based on the outcomes of WTDC-10 were developed together
with the implementation plan and institutional mechanism. A
National Report on WSIS (ISAD) Programmes was developed.
Country Information Society Readiness reportThe Country
information society report was prepared and published in August
2011.The report included primary studies in sectors where secondary
data were unavailable.
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ISAD Research Framework AdoptedThe ISAD Research Framework was
prepared and adopted during the reporting period.
5-10 year Foresight and Planning An analysis of the top ten ICT
countries in the world was completed for benchmarking.
PRESIDENTIAL NATIONAL COMMISSIONKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
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Communication Technologies for socio-economic development*Purpose:
Ensure alignment between South Africas international activities and
agreements in the field of ICT and South Africas foreign
policy.
This programme is divided into two (2)
sub-programmes:International Affairs coordinates the functions and
responsibilities of the department to meet South Africas
international ICT obligations.
ICT Trade/Partnerships develops and advances South African
interests in international trade forums through participation in
World Trade Organisation ICT-related initiatives and other
international trade agreements. The sub-programme also promotes the
interests of the South African ICT sector and developing countries
through these forums.
ICT INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS & TRADE
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Strengthening of SADC ICT Structures The Department developed a
position paper on the SADC programme of action in relation to
interconnection and a regulatory framework. The Department actively
participated in the SADC ICT Ministerial meeting in Gaborone,
Botswana. The meeting adopted ten positions, out of which the DoC
was appointed as the Programme Management Officer (PMO) to lead the
programme of SADC decisions. South Africas interests were reflected
in the decisions of the SADC meeting.The DoC hosted the 1st
Southern African Internet Governance Forum as per mandate of the
SADC ICT Ministerial decision in preparation for the Global IGF
hosted by Kenya in September 2011.South Africa developed the DTT
draft terms of reference (TORs) for the establishment of the BDM
Desk within the SADC Secretariat. With regard to Regional
Connection, South Africa also hosted the SADC regional
infrastructure development master plan workshop to update the
RSIDP.
ICT INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND TRADEKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
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Strengthening of African Multilateral Organisations The DoC
developed a position paper for the AU Ministers of Communications
and Information Technology (CIT) with the primary focus on the
implementation of the Oliver Tambo Declaration. Outcomes of the
declaration include, development of Cybersecurity legislation,
establishment of a dotAfrica Domain Name and the harmonisation of
ICT Policies, amonst others.The DoC played a key role in South
Africas position provided to the AU Commission (AUC) on the draft
AU framework on cyber legislation.In July 2011 the DoC participated
at the PAPU Administration Council and African Support Committee,
which South Africa chairs. A key outcome was the development of the
PAPU programme of action before the next UPU Congress in 2012.The
Department participated at the ATU Digital Migration and Policy
Summit in Nairobi, Kenya from 29 November to 01 December 2011,
where it showcased South Africas progress in digital migration as
well as positioned the country favourably as an electronic
manufacturing hub.
Strengthening Bilateral Relations with priority countriesThe
Department engaged various countries (Egypt, Algeria, Angola,
Ghana, Tunisia) to strengthen relations further through the
formation and implementation of strategic partnerships.Areas of ICT
business investment cooperation within Africa bilateral and
multilateral were identified with Angola, Ghana and Egypt. MOUs of
the above-mentioned countries were signed and Programmes of
Cooperation (POC) for Egypt and Angola were developed and
communicated to counterparts and the DoC is currently awaiting
feedback from them.
ICT INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND TRADEKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
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Strengthening South-South and North-South bilateral relations
Substantial progress was made with regard to the South Africa/Cuba
agreement on cooperation, which will pave the way for the
implementation of the proposed training programme. A South African
training programme needs assessment was conducted with a view to
centralising ICT training and capacity-building at NEMISA. The
training programme was implemented and officials attended training
on e-Skills, broadband and DTT in partner countries.Furthermore,
the implementation of the first phase of the training programme by
South Koreans was facilitated and monitored and as a result two
senior officials of the DoC were sent to Korea for training in
broadband and digital convergence policy.
Trade and InvestmentThe Department developed an ICT trade and
investment strategy which was consulted with the Trade &
Investment South Africa (TISA) in the DTI so as to ensure alignment
with the ICT trade related projects that the DTI is involved
in.
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Participation in International ForaDoC participated in the UPU
Council meetings in Berne and thereafter hosted the African Support
Committee meeting in preparation for the UPU Congress. South Africa
hosted the ITU-Kaleidoscope conference which took place in December
2011. This event was intended to stimulate interest amongst
academia in the work of the ITU, and included awards for selected
academic papers on standardization issues. The Department
participated in the ITU Council meeting which dealt with a number
of the preparations for the World Radio Conference, the WCIT and
WTSA and implementation of the decisions of the PP-10 conference.A
SADC Position paper for WRC-12 was developed and the SA position
was incorporated into the SADC position paper. DoC participated in
the WRC 2012 with a delegation led by the Minister.Draft African
position papers for WCIT and WTSA were also developed and South
Africa was the Vice Chair of the WCIT and WTSA African Preparatory
Meeting in Egypt. South Africa hosted and chaired the African
Support committee in preparation for the UPU Congress. SA made key
inputs for the UPU towards the development of a common African
position.
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ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT*Purpose: Oversee and manage governments
shareholding interest in public entities. Facilitate growth and
development of the small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in
the ICT sector.The programme consists of two sub-programmes:
Public Entity Oversight provides oversight over state owned
enterprises by managing governments shareholder interests in public
enterprises in a manner that supports the attainment of key
national goals and strategic priorities.
Small Medium and Micro Enterprise Development focuses on
facilitating the growth and development of ICT SMMEs.
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SOE OVERSIGHTAs part of strengthening oversight within the
state-owned entities we have prioritized the filling in of
vacancies at the leadership level including the appointment of
boards. Amongst other activities that were undertaken as part of an
on-going oversight and monitoring consisted of three critical
areas, i.e. Planning process, monitoring and compliance, corporate
governance and financing of entities .
Planning Process, Monitoring and ComplianceThis process was
undertaken to ensure that the Departmental plans and those of
entities are aligned to avoid areas of duplication and create
synergies that will assist the entire portfolio with the effective
utilization of resources. Shareholder compacts were signed and
regular monitoring was performed to ensure that the entities were
able to execute projects and programmes in line with their plans.
Monitoring was performed through analysis of quarterly reports and
engagement with entities through bilateral meetings to address
areas of concerns. Annual reports and financial statements were
submitted and tabled in parliament.
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SOE OVERSIGHT (continued)
Corporate GovernanceCorporate governance remains a critical
component to ensure the effective performance and sustainability of
the SOEs. In the regard, we have:Reviewed the articles of
association of the entities to ensure that they are aligned to the
New Companies Act and Good Governance prescripts.Facilitated the
development of action plans to address specific audit findings of
all entities to prevent recurrence of adverse audit findings and
PFMA transgressions.We continue to monitor compliance levels at the
entity level and ensure that the entities are operating in line
with the new developments in the legislative environment.
Finance of Entities During the year under review we have
facilitated the following:Development of budgets for entities and
also ensured that their additional funding requirements were
submitted to National Treasury Funds due to the entities were all
transferred in line with the requests.
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SMME DevelopmentThe Department has adopted a deliberate program
of ensuring that SMMEs in all provinces and Cooperatives are
afforded an opportunity to grow and develop in the ICT sector. Some
of key projects included:Development of plans to ensure that SMMEs
are able to benefit from the STB manufacturing value chain.
Exploration of models to built incubation hubs in under-served
provinces to ensure that the growth and sustainability of SMMEs in
these areas is enhanced Training of young people to run and operate
e-cooperatives, i.e. internet cafes, computer refurbishment and
re-sale outlets.
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A global leader in the development and use of Information and
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& ADMINISTRATION*Purpose: Strategic support to the ministry and
overall management of the department.
Key Functions:Human Resource ManagementStrategic Planning and
MonitoringCommunications and MarketingIntergovernmental
RelationsFinancial Management
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Human Resource ManagementThe Department undertook an extensive
organizational structure review which was approved by Minister and
submitted for MPSA concurrence.The following HR Policies were
reviewed:Performance Management,Education, Training and
Development, Bursary Policies, Career Management and
InternshipRecruitment and Selection,Special Leave.The Departments
Internship Programme was successfully rolled-out.With regard to the
target of 50% gender representation at SMS level as per cabinet
directive, the Department has achieved 40% female representation at
SMS level.With regard to the target of 2.2% people with
disabilities, the Department achieved 1.6% representation of people
with disabilities within the Department.Annual assessments for the
2010/11 financial year were concluded and 223 out of 306 employees
received performance incentives. 190 staff members attended one or
more training interventions although only 181 were planned as per
the WSP.Although the Department did not fully implement the
Leadership Development Programme, extensive work was done in this
regard and the programme will be fully rolled-out in the 2012/13
financial year.
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Strategic ManagementThe Department complied with the
requirements of the PFMA with regards to the evaluation of the
organisational performance, which includes the submission of the
quarterly performance reports, against strategic plan, to the
Executive Authority.The Department also established a fully
functional Organisational Assessment Board which assessing
organisational performance against the strategic plan on a
quarterly basis and makes recommendation to improve performance.The
Department further complied with the requirement of the National
Treasury with regards to the Framework for the development of the
Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans.The 2010/11 Annual
Report was timeously developed and table in Parliament.Although
delays were experienced with the roll-out of the Electronic
Organisatioonal Performance Management System (e-OPMS), the
Department, substantial progress was made and the e-OPMS will be
fully rolled out in the 2012/13 financial year.
Internal and external communicationsThe Department developed and
implemented the Communications Strategy through relevant
interventions in both Internal and external Communications plans to
supports the priorities and focus areas of the Department and
government. Such intervention include amongst others:
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Financial ManagementIn an effort to Implement and ensure
compliance with sound financial management practices and other
related services, within prescribed legislative requirements, the
Department has reviewed relevant financial, delegations and
procedures and ensured that all transactions were undertaken in
line with provisions of the PFMA. Furthermore, the following
polices were reviewed:The cell phone policyThe entertainment and
catering policyThe debt management policyBanking and cash
policy,The Assets management strategy and the Acquisition Plan was
approved and incorporated into the strategic plan of the
department.The 2010/11 Annual Financial Statements were compiled
and submitted to Treasury and Auditor General.
GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATIONKEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
Budget vs Actual Performance for the 2011/12 Financial Year
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A global leader in the development and use of Information and
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OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
2011/122010/11REVENUER000R000Annual appropriation2 002 8652 138
001Departmental revenue2 321 0861 528 347Direct Exchequer receipts8
427366 509Aid assistance240TOTAL REVENUE 4 332 6184 032 857Current
expenditureCompensation of employees151 585145 083Goods and
Services operational exp.225 514175 648Interest and rent on
land15316Financial transactions in assets & liabilities 2
121708Total current expenditure379 235321 755
A global leader in the development and use of Information and
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OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
2011/122010/11R000R000Transfers and subsidies *1 410 1211 102
323Expenditure for capital assetsTangible capital assets 2 4122
301Software & other intangible assets18698Total expenditure for
capital assets2 5982 399TOTAL EXPENDITURE 1 791 9541 426 477
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OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
2011/122010/11R000R000
Voted funds surrendered 210 911711 524Departmental revenue2 321
0861 528 347Direct Exchequer receipts8 427366 509Transferred to
National Treasury2 540 6642 606 380
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Communication Technologies for socio-economic
development*APPROPRIATION STATEMENT
2011/122010/11ProgrammeFinal Appro-priationActual
Expen-ditureVarianceExpendi-ture as % of final appro-priationFinal
Appro-priationActual Expen-diture1. Administration168 070156 19211
87892.9%150 935145 6142. ICT International Affairs and Trade 41
82241 61221099.5%44 61835 2233. ICT Policy Development88 88081 1246
95692.1%110 23089 7124. CT Enterprise Development1 403 8011 403
801-100%1 617 9921 083 6065. ICT Infrastructure Development259
44467 884191 56026.2%180 15644 8426. PNC41 64841 34130799.3%34
07027 480TOTAL2 002 8651 791 954210 91189.5%2 138 0011 426 477
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OF ECONOMIC CLASSIFICATION
2011/122010/11Economic Classifi-cationFinal Appropria-tionActual
Expen-ditureVarianceVariance as% against final allocationFinal
Appro-priationActual ExpenditureCurrent payments588 485379 235209
25064.4%501 658321 755Transfers and subsidies1 410 1211 410
121-100%1 632 2241 102 323Payments for capital assets4 2592 5981
66161%4 1192 399TOTAL2 002 8651 791 954210 91189.5%2 130 0011 426
477
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OF TRANSFER PAYMENTS
Adjusted Appropriation Act R000Actual
TransferR000VarianceUSAASA83 16883 168-USAF260 930260 930-ICASA313
378313 378-NEMISA33 47333 473-SAPO Subsidy180 442180 442-Sentech
Digitisation 388 900388 900-SABC: Public Broadcaster84 90784
907-SABC: Channel Africa41 23041 230
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OF TRANSFER PAYMENTS
Adjusted Appropriation Act R000Actual TransferR000VarianceSABC:
Programme Production10 00010 000-SABC: Community Radio Stations7
6637 663-.za Domain Name Authority1 5001 500-Sector Education and
Training Authority: ISETT-SETA225225-NEPAD3 7003 700-
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and use of Information and Communication Technologies for
socio-economic development
IGRInter-governmental RelationsDTTDigital Terrestrial
TelevisionSOSScheme for Ownership SupportSTBSet Top
BoxBDMBroadcasting Digital MigrationNeSPANational e-Skills Plan of
ActionNGPNew Growth PathMDGsMillennium Development Goals FETFurther
Education and TrainingISADInformation Society and
DevelopmentPMSPerformance Management SystemSADCSouthern African
Development CommunityWRCWorld Radio Conference
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socio-economic development
RSIDPRegional Strategic Indicators Development PlanWSISWorld
Summit on Information SocietyAUAfrican UnionPAPUPan African Postal
UnionUPUUniversal Postal UnionATUAfrican Telecommunications
UnionDTIDepartment of Trade and IndustryITUInternational
Telecommunications UnionWCITWorld Conference in International
TelecommunicationsWTSAWorld Telecommunications Standardisation
AssemblyWSPWorkplace Skills Plan
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSIntegrated ICT policy
framework, for a converged ICT environment approved (pg.49)The
integrated ICT policy framework, for a converged ICT environment
was approved. The approach of hosting a national ICT policy
colloquium was adopted to scrutinise and strengthen the discussion
document.Achieved.SAPO Bill enacted into law (pg.49)The department
fully achieved the target of enacting the SAPO Bill into
law.Through the legislative process necessary changes were
effected, after which the final SAPO Bill was signed into law by
the President in December 2011.Achieved-Postbank Act implementation
monitored (pg.49)Postbank Act came into operation on the 22 July
2011.The Department achieved the target and monitored the
implementation of the Postbank Act through actively participating
in the Postbank working Committee and Operations Committee
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSElectronic
Communications Amendment Bill introduced to Parliament (pg.50)The
Department undertook a consultation process on the EC Amendment
Bill with USAASA and ICASA.The Bill was gazetted for public
comment; however; the Bill was withdrawn to allow further
engagement with ICASA. The Department established a war room to
deal specifically with the EC Amendment Bill, where the proposed
amendments to the Bill were deliberated on and agreement was
reached to enable the redrafting of the Bill.Partially
AchievedConsultations with ICASA on the proposed amendments took
longer than expected to conclude, thus causing knock-on delaysICASA
Amendment Bill introduced to Parliament (pg.50)The Department
undertook extensive consultation on the ICASA Bill, including
consultation with local economic regulators, other Chapter 9
Institutions as well as constitutional law experts.Furthermore, the
Department conducted benchmarking and developed a comprehensive
discussion document on improving the capacity of the regulator,
which included the proposed areas for amendment to effect the
desired impact of ICASA.-Partially AchievedThe Department was
unable to conclude this project, largely owing to HR capacity
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSRIA conducted on the
following Bills:- EC Amendment, ICASA Amendment, Postal Services
Amendment, SABC Bill (pg.50)The DoC conducted RIA on the purpose
and intended effect of the ICASA Amendment Bill.RIA was also
conducted on the Post Services Amendment discussion document and a
draft RIA report was developed on the EC amendment.Partially
AchievedWith regard to conducting a RIA on the SABC Bill, the
Department participated and made inputs on the SABC funding model,
which forms a subset of the SABC Bill to be drafted; however, the
scope of the project was altered to the development of a Position
Paper on Public Broadcasting Bill, which does not require a
RIA.Position paper on public broadcasting services developed
(pg.51)Due diligence on the White Paper on Broadcasting Policy was
conducted, after which a position paper on public broadcasting
services was developed.Achieved-Borrowing, Lending and Investment
Policies of the Postbank developed (pg.51)Following extensive
research, the Department developed the Borrowing, Lending and
Investment policies, which underwent stakeholder consultation with
the National Treasury, Postbank and SAPO.The final Policies were
submitted to the Minister of Finance for concurrence.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSICASA PMS implemented
and monitored (pg.51)During the reporting period, the Department
developed the PMS for ICASA councilors.The ICASA PMS was tabled in
Parliament and subsequently approved.The PMS was formally adopted
by Parliament and implementation and monitoring have
commenced.Achieved-Scheme for ownership support rollout plan
approved by Cabinet (pg.52)Cabinet approved the scheme for
ownership support in March 2012. The rollout of the scheme will
only start once prospective manufacturers have been appointed. With
regard to developing a means test for identifying poor TV-owning
households and infrastructure for subsidy disbursement by USAASA,
the Department engaged with USAASA to monitor progress against the
SOS implementation plan and finalise the qualifying criteria for
the subsidy scheme.Achieved-STB manufacturing sector development
strategy approved by Cabinet (pg.52)Cabinet approved the STB
manufacturing sector development strategy in March 2012 and its
implementation has commenced.The digital migration project office
structure was developed and approved. A fully functional interim
DTT project management office was set up and a war room on DTT was
also established.A technical advisor for digital migration was
appointed and other key posts in the digital migration project
office were advertised and interviews were conducted.Furthermore, a
BDM public awareness campaign was launched in March
2012.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSProgramme of action on
cost to communicate, quality, availability and usage of ICTs
implemented and monitored (pg.52)A process to enter into an MoU has
been initiated with ICASA to implement a programme of action on
cost of telephony in South Africa.Research on international best
practice on business processing outsourcing was conducted and a
development pricing strategy was developed with the
DTI.Furthermore, an ICT data warehouse portal has been developed
and populated with relevant ICT data regarding the performance of
the ICT sector in general.Achieved-National Incentive Scheme
document for the domestic industry developed (pg.53)Research and
analysis on the National Incentive Scheme framework was
conductedThe National Incentive Scheme was developed and approved
for further engagement with the DTI and the Department of Science
and Technology.Achieved-Postal Services Amendment Bill developed
(pg.53)The Postal Services Amendment Bill was developed and
consultations took place with ICASA and SAPO. Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSLocal and digital
content development strategy approved by Cabinet (pg.53)The target
was partially achieved, as a draft local content development
strategy was developed and underwent all internal approval
processes.The Minister sought consultation with the Minister of
Arts and Culture before tabling the strategy in Cabinet. The local
digital content strategy was finalised and certain aspects of the
strategy are being implemented and monitored.Partially
AchievedBecause of the need for further consultation with the
Ministry of Arts and Culture, submission of the strategy to Cabinet
was delayed.Three application factories (laboratories) established
to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and the development of
SMMEs (pg.53)Three application factories have been incorporated as
part of teaching and learning in three provincial e-skills
knowledge production and coordination hubs. As part of the e-skills
national plan, a site in the Western Cape has been identified to
support local innovation further at community level.Proof of
concept planning started to test the virtual network
architecture.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSComprehensive report on
green ICTs within the context of Green Economy developed, with
specific focus on R&D, ICT infusion, skills and awareness and
the potential for job creation (pg.53)The Department conducted
extensive research and a comprehensive report on Green ICTs was
developed.This report will further inform the work of the
department in the field of ICTs.Achieved-Comprehensive report
Developed on the strategic value and economic strength of SAs
creative industry including its potential or job creation
(pg.54)The Department developed a concept paper on creative
industries, which was approved for further consultation with
industry.The Department facilitated the process of conducting
environmental scans through the provincial e-skills knowledge
production and coordination hubs, which identified new industry and
service provision options that will create sustainable employment
and increase the focus on national goals, i.e. e-skills for the
creative industry.A pilot project is currently underway that will
feed into the broader framework for e-kills for creative
industries.
Not AchievedDelays were experienced because of HR capacity
challenges, after which the project was transferred to an
alternative branch.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSe-Skills pilot training
programmes commenced (pg.54)The commencement of the e-skills pilot
training programmes was fully achieved by the Department during the
reporting period through the following initiatives amongst
others:Free Open Source Software (FOSS training. The Department
deployed equipment at 20 FET colleges during the reporting period
for the training of Cisco networking professionals. (Cisco
Certified Networking Associate - CCNA+)Multimedia training courses
were conducted at the 4 collegesA total of 40 students are
currently enrolled in networking programme training.The Department
entered into an MoU with NEMISA to develop NQF Level 3 learning
material and training of FET college lecturers on multimedia NQF
level 3. The Department has finalised a B-Level curriculum, which
is ready to be offered.The Department hosted a second research
colloquium on 3 and 4 November in East London and recommendations
stemming from the colloquium are being implemented at the five
hubs.Achieved-
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campaign developed and implemented (pg.56)The Department, as part
of the ICT Career Expo 2011, tested the use of social media to
solicit input from stakeholders around the country on
e-skills-related issues.An e-skills marketing plan was developed
and presented to the knowledge production hubs.Implementation of
the plan has started with the distribution of a monthly e-skills
newsletter distributed to all stakeholders across business,
government, education, civil society and global development
partners.The e-skills multi-stakeholder collaborative forums at the
provincial hubs have played a significant role in creating a
platform to address e-skills interventions to meet provincial
challenges. In some instances the work of the e-skills hubs has
been endorsed formally at provincial government levels.Planning for
the second e-skills national summit has commencedAchieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSICT Career Expo expanded
upon (pg.56)An expansion model for the ICT Career Expo was
developed and discussed with relevant stakeholders, including
Telkom and Young Engineers and Scientists of Africa, a non-profit
organisation based in the Eastern Cape.The ICT Career Expo 2011 was
held from 3 to 5 October 2011, in line with the expansion model.
Parallel activities were also held in Port Elizabeth, the Free
State, Durban and Cape Town.Achieved-Network of universities, FETs
and corporate schools expanded by another 4 universities and / or
corporate school and / FETsEngagements have been initiated with
North West University, the University of the Free State and
University of Johannesburg to establish e-skills coordination and
production hubs in the North West, Free State and Mpumalanga
Provinces.The Department is in the process of planning, designing
and piloting a national virtual ICT collaborative network
architecture that will foster collaboration across stakeholder
groups and support the delivery of teaching and training,
innovation and research. A national organisational and planning
group was established, as well as a national curriculum development
and training working group, in order to identify the areas of need
and drive the development of a new curriculum.Achieved-
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FETs and corporate schools expanded by another 4 universities and /
or corporate school and / FETs (Cont....)(pg.56)MoUs have been
signed with the University of Limpopo and engagements have
commenced with the University of the Free State in order to set up
an e-skills coordination and production hub in the Limpopo
Province.Provincial multi-stakeholder forums to address the
e-skills challenges within the provinces and to strengthen the
coordination of the e-skills intervention for impact have been
established. Engagement with representatives in the North West,
Free State and Mpumalanga is at an advanced stage.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSDoC engagement model
with Provinces implemented and monitored. (pg.57)In implementing
the IGR engagement framework, the Department engaged all provinces
over the reporting period and established 7 structures where the
Department can participate to promote the ICT agenda. The
implementation of the IGR engagement framework was monitored
through the operationalisation of the various committees proposed
by the framework and successful and constructive functioning of
these structures. The Department engaged Limpopo, North West, the
Free State, KZN, Mpumalanga and the Eastern Cape on the engagement
framework with particular focus on establishing provincial
structures. Various other IGR related initiatives were successfully
undertaken across numerous provinces in relation to a multitude of
projects.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSEnsure that the
processes of Ministry, Branches and SOEs are in compliance with the
IGR Framework. (pg.58)The Department provided IGR advice and
support to the relevant branches, Minister and Deputy Minister and
supported the public participation programmes. The Department
supported 17 events as part of the Minister and Deputy Ministers
public participation programme during the reporting period. The
Department also supported the work of the SOEs during the reporting
period. ICASA was supported during its workshops to review
licensing obligations and USAASSA was supported during its
negotiations on broadband in Emalahleni in the Eastern Cape.
Sentech was also supported to secure a site for a low power
transmitter in Kwaggafontein, Mpumalanga.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSResearch report on the
disposal of ICT waste developed (pg.65)The Department analysed
existing ICT waste policies and legislation, as well as research
conducted by other leading countries in e-waste management.The
Department thereafter developed a research report on the disposal
of ICT waste.ICT waste disposal will be incorporated in the
e-strategy programme as a sub-objective with the report developed
as a basis.Achieved-Level of establishment of broadband access
network determined (4 % household broadband penetration).
(pg.65)Broadband study conducted on cost, penetration and coverage
to inform interventions. Among others the Department focused on the
following broadband initiatives in the provinces:-Household BB
penetration enhanced through Rural connectivity broadband pilot
project in Sisonke District Municipality, Msinga resulting in
stimulation of social economic activities. Legal provisions in
support of BB Infrastructure deployment developed Conduct Frequency
spectrum audit to inform intervention with regards to efficient
spectrum utilisation.The Department developed a broadband strategy
document together with the broadband implementation plan. Partially
Achieved
Succefully managed to enhance BB penetration and stimulated
socia-economic Need to determine baseline of BB penetration and
contribute to 4% BB penetration through pilot projects.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSBroadband related input
provided into ECA amended process. (pg.66)Broadband legislation was
incorporated into the ECA Amendment Bill. This was subsequently
published in the Government Gazette however later
withdrawn.Achieved-Broadband guidelines finalised (pg.66)Provincial
and Municipal Broadband guidelines were finalised and distributed
via the Broadband Intergovernmental Implementation Committee and
the implementation was monitored.
Achieved-Integrated connectivity plan for health centres and
schools developed and approved (pg.66)Connectivity plan for schools
developed to coordinate the deployment of BB connectivity for
schools.Draft Health centres connectivity plan developed to
coordinate and guide the deployment of BB connectivity for Health
facilities. Partially AchievedCurrently separate plans exist for
schools and health centres, which will be integrated in into the BB
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSFacilitation and
monitoring of DTT infrastructure roll-out continued 80% of
population coverage achieved (pg.66)60% population coverage of DTT
rollout achieved to facilitate digital migration and freeing
spectrum for BB.19 low power stations were established, positively
impacting of household that do not access to some of the
broadcasting services. Partially achieved however on track for
switch over to digitalDelays in Sentech procurement procedures
delayed DTT DVB-T2 transmission infrastructure rolloutThe
Department directed Sentech to change its roll-out strategy of
covering areas with high population density to roll-out on a
provincial basis. This caused further delays.Set Top Boxes
standards conformance testing conducted (pg.67)Establishment of
conformance laboratory at SABS commenced to ensure all products
comply with set standards. Will be operational by September
2012.Partially achievedSABS and not DoC to establish conformance
laboratory on behalf of DoC.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSPublic telephone Network
and Value Added Network Service RICA Directives reviewed
(pg.67)During the reporting period the Public Telephone Network
(PTNs) and Value Added Network Service (VANS) Directives were
developed and consultation on these took place with government
stakeholders. Achieved-Mobile, Fixed line and internet RICA
directives finalised (pg.67)During the reporting period Mobile,
Fixed line and internet directives were
developed.Achieved-Implement ECT Act provisions, inter alia
cryptography, cyber inspectorate (pg.67)The Department achieved the
target of implementing relevant aspects of the ECT Act, as during
the period under review, as three new applications and nine
renewals of registrations were processedWith regard to cyber
inspectors training, three training modules were developed and the
training was concluded on 17 February 2012. Four people were
trained. Achieved-Review ECT Act with specific focus on cyber
security (pg.67)The Department reviewed the ECT Act. amendment
issues paper with specific focus on cyber security was developed.
The Department resolved not to gazette the issues paper, but only
the draft amendment Bill.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSPolicy on use of
satellites for communication approved (pg.67)In March 2012 the
draft satellite policy was approved for further
consultation.Achieved-Cyber Security Policy approved and
implementation commenced (pg.68)The National Cybersecurity Policy
Framework was approved by Cabinet on March 2012. Establishment of a
Cybersecurity Hub to contribute to combating cyber crime and making
cybersecurity secure has commenced.Achieved-Current National Radio
Frequency Spectrum Plan validated from 20GHz to 100GHz (pg.68)The
target was partially achieved by the Department, as the process of
appointment of a service provider to audit the national radio
frequency spectrum between 500 MHz and 1000 GHz, was concluded and
work in this regard has commenced. PartiallyAchievedThe contract to
audit the spectrum in the range between 500 MHz and 1000 GHz was
signed in January 2012. This implies that the project deliverables
and milestones will overlap to 2012/13, as the project was
estimated to be completed in six months .
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSPolicy directions issued
to Independent Communications Authority of South Africa
(pg.68)Appropriate policy directions were developed and gazetted
for public comment.The public comments were analysed and
recommendations were accordingly drafted on amendments to the
policy directions.Partially AchievedThe Minister granted an
extension of 30 days from 14 January 2012 for public comment.A
report was compiled after an analysis of submissions by interested
persons.ISSA capacitated and programme implemented focusing
on:Software development and research Joint software engineering
mentorship programme (pg.68)One online ICT SMME portal was
developed. With regard to the establishment of software application
laboratories in the context of existing laboratories, possible
areas of collaboration have been identified to support the broader
e-Skills Programme with specific focus on Innovation application
factories.Furthermore, core focus area and technical competencies
for the ISSA software unit were defined to address future
needs/requirements for Online Government applications.Partially
AchievedISSA was not fully capacitated as originally envisaged and
this had a negative impact on the projects.As a result of the
consolidation of units in the DoC with common ICT e-skills targets,
it has been decided to incorporate ISSA into the e-skills
programme
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSSecured and robust IT
infrastructure and business systems implemented to enable ease of
access and use of departmental information (pg.69)With regard to
the Electonic Document Management System (e-DMS), three processes
have been developed, tested and signed off by process owners.The
following IT Policies were developed and approved:IT Disaster
Recovery policyIT Governance Policy E-mail and internet policy IT
Security PolicyIT Strategy was developed and
approved.Achieved-Preparation for WRC-12 continued at regional and
national level (pg.69)Influenced the global radio conference
through influencing SADC and African common proposals to WRC 12
such as the extension of digital dividend.Achieved-
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strategy developed and implemented (pg.71)The ICT Rural Development
Strategy was developed and presented to the ISAD Multi-stakeholder
Forum in April 2011 and Outcome 7 Executive Implementation
Committee for discussion. The strategy was further presented at the
DGs Implementation Cluster Committee and was adopted.An
implementation plan was developed, and its implementation has
commenced.Achieved-Health content framework adopted and
implementation facilitated (pg.71)The Health Content Framework was
approved in August 2011 for further consultation. Implementation of
the Health Content Framework has commenced with key health
stakeholders.Achieved-e-Applications for health identified and
implemented (pg.72)The consultations with the national and
provincial Departments of Health resulted in buy-in by provinces
and the national Department of Health on the project. This led to
the Department of Health providing information required for the
audit on e-applications.An audit on current e-applications in
health was conducted in provincial Departments of Health and an
audit report was prepared and analysed.The proof of concept (the
primary health care information system solution that was developed)
for e-applications was tested on Jooma Open Source and in the
internal test environment it was demonstrated to be
feasible.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSe-Government services
repository portal developed (pg.73)Consultation with relevant
stakeholders such as DPSA and SITA were held, after which the
project was discontinued as the Department chose to collaborate
with the DPSA in line with the e-government policy that it
developed.Not AchievedThe Department will continue collaboration
with the DPSA on this initiative.e-Literacy training for 1100
youths implemented (pg.73)The Department partially achieved the
target for an e-Literacy training programme of young people, as
1050 young people participated in the e-literacy training programme
during the reporting period.
Partially AchievedThe focus of the project changed from training
to deployment of youth who were already qualified. This was done to
cut down on training costs and instead focus on people who were
already qualified.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSEntry of 60 additional
youth owned and managed e-Cooperative enterprises facilitated
(pg.74)The Department developed a concept document on a Youth
Computer Refurbishment programme. In partnership with the
University of Johannesburg, 36 young people were thereafter trained
on A+ skills, enabling them to dismantle and assemble computers.
The aim was to give them skills to start computer refurbishment
ventures.The annual womens month workshop on ICT skills was hosted
on 23 August 2011 at the University of Johannesburg; a total of 211
women entrepreneurs and 372 girl children attended it. Nine
e-Cooperatives have been linked to ICT opportunities in the
e-Government sector to develop and maintain websites.The currently
established e-Cooperatives who are developing websites are still
being supported to ensure their sustainability.Partially
AchievedThe project was largely hampered by budgetary
constraints.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSEffective business,
project management and knowledge management systems and processes
developed, implemented, monitored and reviewed (pg.77)During the
reporting period a Disaster Recovery Plan was developed and various
other IT initiatives were undertaken including IT data migration to
a new server.Achieved-
WSIS-related programmes from WTDC-10 identified and reported on
for implementation (pg.77)The WSIS coordinating mechanism was
developed and key WSIS (ISAD) programmes were collated.WSIS related
programmes based on the outcomes of WTDC-10 were developed together
with the implementation plan and institutional mechanism. A
National Report on WSIS (ISAD) Programmes was developed.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSCountry Information
Society Readiness report produced (pg.77)The Country information
society report was prepared and published in August 2011.The report
included primary studies in sectors where secondary data were
unavailable.Achieved-ISAD Research Framework Adopted (pg.77)The
ISAD Research Framework was prepared and adopted during the
reporting period.Achieved-Collection of digital military veterans
heritage content (pg.78)A workshop was hosted for the military
veterans who are participating in the project, where they were
trained on the deployment programme in provinces.This project was
implemented and content was collected during the reporting
period.Achieved-Centre of Excellence model adopted and implemented
in Free State and KZN provinces (pg.78)The target was partially
achieved by the Department during the reporting period, as the
Centre of Excellence model was developed in consultation with
relevant stakeholders and implementation in KZN has
commenced.Partially AchievedCentres of Excellence in e-Education
have not been established as yet.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONS5-10 year Foresight and
Planning report on the building of the Information Society produced
(pg.78)The target was partially achieved by the Department during
the reporting period, as an analysis of the top ten ICT countries
in the world was completed for benchmarking.Partially
AchievedStemming from the analysis of the top ten countries, the
requisite expertise needed to be sourced, which caused delays in
the projectSouth African e-Skills Council institutionalised and
operationlised (pg.79) Although the target was not fully achieved,
Terms of Reference for the Council were compiled, together with
options of relevant members. Partially AchievedThe Department needs
to align this initiative with the National HRD Council. It is
working towards this goal.National ISAD Council institutionalised
and operationalised(pg.80)The Department needs to align this
initiative with the National HRD Council. It is working towards
this goal.Not AchievedChallenges were experienced in establishing
the e-Skills Council, which affected this process.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONSInternational Advisory
Panel of experts constituted to advise on ICT (pg.80)The Department
has not made substantial progress with constituting the
international Advisory Panel of experts to advise on ICT; however a
Terms of Reference were developed in this regardNot AchievedA
decision was taken to review the number of structures advising to
the Minister. Digital content for the NDR portal collated in 3
targeted Provinces (pg.81)The collation of digital content for the
NDR portal in three targeted provinces was not achieved; however, a
process of collating content has commenced through soliciting
proposals from young people in this regard. Not AchievedThere were
internal delays, the contract only being signed towards the end of
the financial year.
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONS International training
and development opportunities secured through bilateral cooperation
with India, Cuba, South Korea and Mexico (pg.37)The Department was
able to achieve its target regarding bilateral cooperation with
relevant countries on international training and development
opportunities during the reporting period.The MoUs on training and
development opportunities were drafted and forwarded to the
embassies of India and Mexico for their comments. In the case of
Mexico, there has not been any response to date. This matter will
be raised at the forthcoming South Africa/Mexico senior officials
consultations to be hosted by South Africa later during the 2012/13
financial year.At the South Africa /India joint working group (JWG)
meeting, the parties agreed on a critical path with timelines for
the digital repository project a digital archive was developed with
India on the life of Mahatma Ghandi.A draft MOU was prepared and
shared with South Africas Mexican counterparts through DIRCO for
their consideration.Engagements were held with the Mexican embassy
to initiate negotiations on formalising bilateral relations with
South Africa.The South Africa/India JWG meeting took place in
November 2011; Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCEREASONS SADC ICT structures
further strengthened in order to achieve socio-economic development
and regional integration through submission of one SA Position
Paper per meeting (pg.37)The Department developed a position paper
on the SADC programme of action in relation to interconnection and
a regulatory framework. This position paper was informed by a
national preparatory meeting inclusive of SOEs in preparation for a
meeting of SADC Ministers responsible for ICT, Communications, and
Postal Services which was held from 14 to 16 June 2011 in Gaborone,
Botswana.The Department also participated in the SADC Regional
Infrastructure meeting and gave inputs towards the ICT
infrastructure programme.The Department actively participated in
the SADC ICT Ministerial meeting in Gaborone, Botswana. The meeting
adopted ten positions, out of which the DoC was appointed to the
Africa desk as the Programme Management Officer (PMO) to lead the
programme of SADC decisions. South African interests were reflected
in the decisions of the SADC meeting.The DoC hosted the 1st
Southern African Internet Governance Forum as per mandate of the
SADC ICT Ministerial decision in preparation for the Global IGF
hosted by Kenya in September 2011.South Africas proposal to SADC
ICT Ministers to develop an Institutional Mechanism in support of
the SADC Secretariat in the implementation of the Digital
Broadcasting Migration Roadmap was concluded.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCEREASONS SADC ICT structures
further strengthened in order to achieve socio-economic development
and regional integration through submission of one SA Position
Paper per meeting (cont....)(pg.37)South Africa developed the DTT
draft terms of reference (TORs) for the establishment of the BDM
Desk within the SADC Secretariat. Decision 16 of the SADC ICT
Ministerial meeting on the e-SADC Initiative urged member states to
set up Internet Exchange Points and a Regional Internet Exchange
Point. South Africa complied and also facilitated information from
the African Union to assist in fast tracking the SADC POA and other
SADC Member States in establishing their own IXPs.With regard to
Regional Connection, South Africa also hosted the SADC regional
infrastructure development master plan workshop to update the
RSIDP. South Africa continued to Chair the SADC WRC-12 process
during the Zambian SADC WRC-12 preparatory meeting. The region has
finalised a common position on 34 agenda items.South Africa is
among six SADC countries participating in the SADC-UNECA study
examining e-Commerce Readiness in the Sub-Saharan region. With
regard to roaming, South Africa has engaged industry on issuing
policy directives on price structure.Achieved-
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONS African Multilateral
Organisations further strengthened through the influencing of
outcomes at International fora. (pg.38)The DoC developed a position
paper for the AU Ministers of Communications and Information
Technology (CIT) with the primary focus on the implementation of
the Oliver Tambo Declaration. South Africa made a significant
contribution to the Oliver Tambo Declaration at the AU
Extraordinary Conference of Ministers of CIT, which it hosted in
November 2009. Emanating from the South African position paper
drafted for the SADC Ministerial meeting, the Ministers agreed to
South Africas proposals to host the Southern Africa IGF, the
development of an institutional mechanism to facilitate the BDM
roadmap, continue the chairing of the WRC-12 process and the
hosting of the next SADC Ministerial meeting in 2012.The DoC played
a key role in South Africas position provided to the AU Commission
(AUC) on the draft AU framework on cyber legislation.In July 2011
the DoC participated at the PAPU Administration Council and African
Support Committee, which South Africa chairs. A key outcome was the
development of the PAPU programme of action before the next UPU
Congress in 2012.The Department participated at the ATU Digital
Migration and Policy Summit in Nairobi, Kenya from 29 November to
01 December 2011, where it showcased South Africas progress in
digital migration as well as positioned the country favourably as
an electronic manufacturing hub.Achieved
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TARGETACHIEVEMENTSSTATUSVARIANCE REASONS Proposed standards for
international spectrum pricing promoted in SADC and AU (feasibility
study to be conducted by SADC) (pg.39)In efforts to promote
standards for