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PRESENTATION TO THE PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON COMMUNICATIONS ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE FOR QUARTER 1 OF THE 202122 FINANCIAL YEAR 01 September 2021 A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa A leader in enabling
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PRESENTATION TO THE PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON COMMUNICATIONS ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE FOR QUARTER 1 OF THE 2021/22 FINANCIAL YEAR 01 September 2021 A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 2 PRESENTATION OVERVIEW DCDT Vision, Mission & Values
2021/22 Quarter 1 Programme Performance
2021/22 Quarter 1 Financial Performance<br>
2021/22 Quarter 1 Programme Performance
2021/22 Quarter 1 Financial Performance<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa DCDT VISION, MISSION & MANDATE 3 VISION:
A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa MISSION:
Leading SA’s inclusive digital transformation journey through creating an enabling environment towards a digital society to foster socio-economic growth MANDATE:
To lead South Africa’s digital transformation to achieve digital inclusion that must result in economic growth through creating an enabling policy and regulatory environment<br>
A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa MISSION:
Leading SA’s inclusive digital transformation journey through creating an enabling environment towards a digital society to foster socio-economic growth MANDATE:
To lead South Africa’s digital transformation to achieve digital inclusion that must result in economic growth through creating an enabling policy and regulatory environment<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 5 QUARTER 1
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS (1) Workplace Skills Plan (WSP)
The WSP, aligned to the DCDT mandate, was developed, approved and submitted to MICT SETA and PSETA.
Digital Transformation within DCDT
The Collaboration Platform Rollout Plan was developed and approved.
100% of invoices paid within 30 days
All valid invoices received from suppliers were paid within 30 days from date of receipt.
2021/22 Annual Communications Plan
The 2021/22 Communications Plan was developed and approved.
Country Positions to support the National ICT priorities
The WTDC Consultation paper was developed.
Data & Cloud Policy
The draft Data and Cloud Policy was published for public comments and inputs were incorporated.
Digital Economy Masterplan (DEM)
Implementation Plan on the DEM has been developed in consultation with stakeholders.
ICT SMME Development Strategy
Revised ICT SMME Development Strategy was consulted with key stakeholders.<br>
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS (1) Workplace Skills Plan (WSP)
The WSP, aligned to the DCDT mandate, was developed, approved and submitted to MICT SETA and PSETA.
Digital Transformation within DCDT
The Collaboration Platform Rollout Plan was developed and approved.
100% of invoices paid within 30 days
All valid invoices received from suppliers were paid within 30 days from date of receipt.
2021/22 Annual Communications Plan
The 2021/22 Communications Plan was developed and approved.
Country Positions to support the National ICT priorities
The WTDC Consultation paper was developed.
Data & Cloud Policy
The draft Data and Cloud Policy was published for public comments and inputs were incorporated.
Digital Economy Masterplan (DEM)
Implementation Plan on the DEM has been developed in consultation with stakeholders.
ICT SMME Development Strategy
Revised ICT SMME Development Strategy was consulted with key stakeholders.<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 6 QUARTER 1
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS (2) White Paper on the Audio- and Audio-Visual Content Services Policy
Public consultations/hearings on the Draft Audio and Audio Visual content Services White Paper have been conducted.
Electronic Communications Amendment Bill
Draft Electronic Communications Amendment Bill was developed.
PC4IR Strategic Implementation Plan
Stakeholder consultation was conducted on PC4IR Strategic Implementation Plan.
Shareholder Compacts
The 2021/2022 Shareholder's Compacts for all schedule 2 and 3B SOEs completed.
Performance Management System for ICASA Councillors
Consultation conducted with ICASA on the PMS.
Business Case for the State Digital Services Company Bill
Business Case for the State Digital Services Company approved.
Postbank Amendment Bill
The Postbank Amendment Bill was published on the government gazette.<br>
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS (2) White Paper on the Audio- and Audio-Visual Content Services Policy
Public consultations/hearings on the Draft Audio and Audio Visual content Services White Paper have been conducted.
Electronic Communications Amendment Bill
Draft Electronic Communications Amendment Bill was developed.
PC4IR Strategic Implementation Plan
Stakeholder consultation was conducted on PC4IR Strategic Implementation Plan.
Shareholder Compacts
The 2021/2022 Shareholder's Compacts for all schedule 2 and 3B SOEs completed.
Performance Management System for ICASA Councillors
Consultation conducted with ICASA on the PMS.
Business Case for the State Digital Services Company Bill
Business Case for the State Digital Services Company approved.
Postbank Amendment Bill
The Postbank Amendment Bill was published on the government gazette.<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 7 QUARTER 1
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS (3) Provision of broadband services
Broadband services to 970 connected sites were monitored and sustained.
Phase 2 funding
Funding application for Phase 2 of SA Connect was developed.
Funding for household connectivity programme
Funding application for household connectivity was developed
National e-Government Programme
3-Year Implementation Plan of the National e-Government Programme developed and approved
Digital and Future Skills Programme
Training conducted through NEMISA on pre-entry Digital skills.
Digital Transformation and Digital Inclusion
The draft framework on Digital Transformation and Digital Inclusion was developed focused on Gender Equity Disability Mainstreaming, Child Protection and Youth Development.
National Strategic Plan (NSP) on gender-based violence
First draft report on the DCDT integrated action plan in support of the NSP was developed.
District Development Model (DDM)
Draft Implementation Plan for the DDM was developed and aligned with COGTA.<br>
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS (3) Provision of broadband services
Broadband services to 970 connected sites were monitored and sustained.
Phase 2 funding
Funding application for Phase 2 of SA Connect was developed.
Funding for household connectivity programme
Funding application for household connectivity was developed
National e-Government Programme
3-Year Implementation Plan of the National e-Government Programme developed and approved
Digital and Future Skills Programme
Training conducted through NEMISA on pre-entry Digital skills.
Digital Transformation and Digital Inclusion
The draft framework on Digital Transformation and Digital Inclusion was developed focused on Gender Equity Disability Mainstreaming, Child Protection and Youth Development.
National Strategic Plan (NSP) on gender-based violence
First draft report on the DCDT integrated action plan in support of the NSP was developed.
District Development Model (DDM)
Draft Implementation Plan for the DDM was developed and aligned with COGTA.<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 8 QUARTER 1
AREARS OF UNDER-ACHIEVEMENT (1) The Department did Not Achieve 16 of its 44 planned quarterly targets as reflected below:
Implementation of the Annual 2021/22 Communications Plan
Due to delays in finalisation of the Communications Plan implementation ws impacted. However now that the Annual 2021/22 Communications Plan is approved, implementation will be expedited and monitored from Q2 onwards.
Country Positions to support the National ICT priorities
Draft BRICS Position was not consulted with relevant stakeholders due to postponement of meetings to October 2021.
International Relations and Engagement Strategy
The draft implementation plan for the International Relations and Engagement Strategy was not consulted internally as planned due to competing priorities. However it has since been consulted.
Operations of the BRICS Institute for Future Networks (BIFN-S)
The absence of the formalisation (designation) of the BIFN-S negatively impacts the achievement of the target. However engagements are underway with CSIR to rectify the matter.
South African Post Office SOC Ltd Amendment Bill
Delays in the submission of inputs by SAPO caused initial delays. Furthermore, the OCLSA took more than a month to revise the pre-certification, despite numerous follow-ups.<br>
AREARS OF UNDER-ACHIEVEMENT (1) The Department did Not Achieve 16 of its 44 planned quarterly targets as reflected below:
Implementation of the Annual 2021/22 Communications Plan
Due to delays in finalisation of the Communications Plan implementation ws impacted. However now that the Annual 2021/22 Communications Plan is approved, implementation will be expedited and monitored from Q2 onwards.
Country Positions to support the National ICT priorities
Draft BRICS Position was not consulted with relevant stakeholders due to postponement of meetings to October 2021.
International Relations and Engagement Strategy
The draft implementation plan for the International Relations and Engagement Strategy was not consulted internally as planned due to competing priorities. However it has since been consulted.
Operations of the BRICS Institute for Future Networks (BIFN-S)
The absence of the formalisation (designation) of the BIFN-S negatively impacts the achievement of the target. However engagements are underway with CSIR to rectify the matter.
South African Post Office SOC Ltd Amendment Bill
Delays in the submission of inputs by SAPO caused initial delays. Furthermore, the OCLSA took more than a month to revise the pre-certification, despite numerous follow-ups.<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 9 QUARTER 1
AREARS OF UNDER-ACHIEVEMENT (2) Business Case for the Regulatory Reform Bill
Delays in the procurement process impacted on the target. However the procurement process is now underway.
Study on cost to communicate
Delays in the procurement process impacted on the target. However the procurement process is now underway.
Implementation of recommendations from analysis of SOE Performance
Fourth Quarter recommendations were identified during quarter 1 however further engagements needed with SOEs to ensure implementation of the recommendations. SOEs ware being engaged on the implementation of recommendations of the previous quarter.
Business Case for the State Digital Infrastructure Company Bill
Delays concurrence from National Treasury. The Department is engaging National Treasury in this regard.
Project Management Office for SA Connect Phase 2
The signing of the MoA for the PMO is dependent on the agreement between DBSA and DCDT on the modalities of the PMO. Engagements are still ongoing in this regard.
Digital Transformation Centre
Delays in finalisation of the Cab Memo negatively impacted the target. Approval was dependent on updates to the DTC Concept Note, which has since been concluded.<br>
AREARS OF UNDER-ACHIEVEMENT (2) Business Case for the Regulatory Reform Bill
Delays in the procurement process impacted on the target. However the procurement process is now underway.
Study on cost to communicate
Delays in the procurement process impacted on the target. However the procurement process is now underway.
Implementation of recommendations from analysis of SOE Performance
Fourth Quarter recommendations were identified during quarter 1 however further engagements needed with SOEs to ensure implementation of the recommendations. SOEs ware being engaged on the implementation of recommendations of the previous quarter.
Business Case for the State Digital Infrastructure Company Bill
Delays concurrence from National Treasury. The Department is engaging National Treasury in this regard.
Project Management Office for SA Connect Phase 2
The signing of the MoA for the PMO is dependent on the agreement between DBSA and DCDT on the modalities of the PMO. Engagements are still ongoing in this regard.
Digital Transformation Centre
Delays in finalisation of the Cab Memo negatively impacted the target. Approval was dependent on updates to the DTC Concept Note, which has since been concluded.<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 10 QUARTER 2
AREARS OF UNDER-ACHIEVEMENT (3) 120 000 subsidized digital television installations
Only 14 239 decoders have been installed in FS (13 131), NC (10 33) and NW (75) Free State, North West and Northern Cape. Delays in the installation process by Sentech as well as delays with the finalisation of Stakeholder Engagement with local municipalities.
Distribution of 400 000 vouchers
Delays in the finalisation of the development and launch of the voucher subsidy distribution system negatively impacted the target. However USAASA tender closed end of June 2021 and they are targeting to finalise the appointment by end August 2021.
National e-Government Strategy and Roadmap
Although the establishment of National e-Government Programme Governance Structure was approved and letters sent to government departments for nominations, there was a poor response from nominated officials within Government Departments. Further engagement in this regard are underway to secure nominations.
Departmental and SOCs Gender, Disability, Youth and Children (GDYC) Responsiveness
Although the draft ToR was developed for the Departmental GDYC Responsiveness Monitoring Forum, no input was received on the TOR from the stakeholders targeted to be part of the forum. Such stakeholders are being further engaged towards the establishment of the Forum.
Stakeholder Relations Strategy
The finalisation of the strategy requires further input from stakeholders before implementation can commence. Stakeholder consultation and subsequent approval of the Strategy is being expedited.<br>
AREARS OF UNDER-ACHIEVEMENT (3) 120 000 subsidized digital television installations
Only 14 239 decoders have been installed in FS (13 131), NC (10 33) and NW (75) Free State, North West and Northern Cape. Delays in the installation process by Sentech as well as delays with the finalisation of Stakeholder Engagement with local municipalities.
Distribution of 400 000 vouchers
Delays in the finalisation of the development and launch of the voucher subsidy distribution system negatively impacted the target. However USAASA tender closed end of June 2021 and they are targeting to finalise the appointment by end August 2021.
National e-Government Strategy and Roadmap
Although the establishment of National e-Government Programme Governance Structure was approved and letters sent to government departments for nominations, there was a poor response from nominated officials within Government Departments. Further engagement in this regard are underway to secure nominations.
Departmental and SOCs Gender, Disability, Youth and Children (GDYC) Responsiveness
Although the draft ToR was developed for the Departmental GDYC Responsiveness Monitoring Forum, no input was received on the TOR from the stakeholders targeted to be part of the forum. Such stakeholders are being further engaged towards the establishment of the Forum.
Stakeholder Relations Strategy
The finalisation of the strategy requires further input from stakeholders before implementation can commence. Stakeholder consultation and subsequent approval of the Strategy is being expedited.<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 11 ADMINISTRATION (1)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 12 ADMINISTRATION (2)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 13 ICT INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & AFFAIRS (1)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 14 ICT INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & AFFAIRS (2)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 15 ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH (1)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 16 ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH (2)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 17 ICT POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH (3)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 18 ICT ENTERPRISE AND PUBLIC ENTITY OVERSIGHT (1)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 19 ICT ENTERPRISE AND PUBLIC ENTITY OVERSIGHT (2)<br>
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20 ICT INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT (1) A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 21 ICT INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT (2)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 22 ICT INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT (3)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 23 ICT INFORMATION SOCIETY AND CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT (1)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 24 ICT INFORMATION SOCIETY AND CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT (2)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 25 ICT INFORMATION SOCIETY AND CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT (3)<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 26 INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENT AS AT 30 JUNE 2021<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 27 Total expenditure as at 30 June 2021 was 23% - mainly due to compensation of employees, transfers to the entities made and monthly commitments paid.
International Branch - International membership fees were not paid during the first quarter due to delays experienced in receiving invoices. BUDGET & EXPENDITURE<br>
International Branch - International membership fees were not paid during the first quarter due to delays experienced in receiving invoices. BUDGET & EXPENDITURE<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 28 COE – Underspending due to vacant posts not filled and awaiting the finalisation of the organisational structure. The salary adjustments have not been paid to date.
Goods & Services – Expenditure mainly on monthly commitments. Travel and subsistence slowly picking up. SA Connect allocation amounts to R194,5 million (46% of G&S budget) and spending has not commenced under this item because invoices are allocated to the advance paid to entities in the previous financial year.
There were delays experienced in the procurement of panel of service providers to assist with the drafting of bills, legislation and business cases. The procurement is now in the final stages.
The transfers are paid to the entities in line with the pre-approved scheduled with National Treasury.
Capital Assets – Digital Migration, Installation of CCTV cameras and Access control system are still in progress. BUDGET & EXPENDITURE<br>
Goods & Services – Expenditure mainly on monthly commitments. Travel and subsistence slowly picking up. SA Connect allocation amounts to R194,5 million (46% of G&S budget) and spending has not commenced under this item because invoices are allocated to the advance paid to entities in the previous financial year.
There were delays experienced in the procurement of panel of service providers to assist with the drafting of bills, legislation and business cases. The procurement is now in the final stages.
The transfers are paid to the entities in line with the pre-approved scheduled with National Treasury.
Capital Assets – Digital Migration, Installation of CCTV cameras and Access control system are still in progress. BUDGET & EXPENDITURE<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 29 The transfers are paid to the entities in line with the pre-approved scheduled with National Treasury. TRANSFERS<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 30 Outstanding findings – finalisation of the organisational structure, Leave not captured on time still a concern. BBBEE verification - A Service Provider was appointed and is busy with the verification process and a certificate will be issued accordingly.
A process is underway to address all the irregular expenditure on the register and consequence management will take place. AUDIT ACTION PLAN<br>
A process is underway to address all the irregular expenditure on the register and consequence management will take place. AUDIT ACTION PLAN<br>
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A leader in enabling a connected and digitally transformed South Africa 31<br>