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Economic Development, Finance, Public Service & Administration

Spending Reviews: Topics, methodology and findings

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Since 2013, GTAC’s Public Expenditure and Policy Analysis (PEPA) unit has guided the production of over 270 spending reviews across various sectors. This booklet presents a selection of these reviews...

Economic Development, Finance

The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In this thought-provoking presentation from the “The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery” webinar Zinzi Mphahlele, Manager of Budget and Reporting at Polokwane Municipality, shared real-world insights on aligning...

Economic Development, Finance, Local Government

On Air with Ubuntu Radio: Municipal Spending Vs. Service Delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

During ‘Ubuntu Radio’s Midday Conversation with Vusi Maupa & Sabelo Makhubo’, Zinzi Mphahlele, Budget Manager at Polokwane Municipality, unpacked “The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery.” Zinzi brought a...

Finance, Local Government, Public Service & Administration

Section 71 Local Government Report

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In MFMA Section 71 Local Government Report, Mandla Gilimani, Director of Local Government Budget Analysis at National Treasury, unpacks how Section 71 of the MFMA supports financial oversight, transparency, and...

Finance, Local Government, Public Service & Administration

Municipal Grants Monitoring and Analysis

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Sello Mashaba, Director: Local Government Budget Analysis at National Treasury delivered a presentation “Municipal Grants Monitoring and Analysis” at the webinar From Your Pocket to Public Services: Tracking Municipal Budgets....

Economic Development, Public Service & Administration, Science & Technology

Using administrative data for service delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

On 11 April, The Midday Conversation on Ubuntu Radio featured an interesting discussion with Prof Justin Visagie, Chief Research Specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC). Hosted by Vusi...

Economic Development, Finance, Infrastructure

Bi-annual Infrastructure Trends Report March 2025

Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU)
Published: 2025

This bi-annual report assesses South Africa’s latest infrastructure trends, highlighting investment patterns, challenges, and key developments. Given the role of infrastructure in driving GDP growth, expanding access to basic services...

Communications, Health

Transforming Healthcare Access with Vula Mobile

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In this presentation Dr. William Mapham, CEO of Vula Mobile, shared insights on how digital innovation is revolutionising healthcare access across South Africa and beyond. Dr. Mapham, a visionary in...

Infrastructure, Public Service & Administration, Public Works

Asset Optimisation Strategy: Public Sector Office Ownership

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Public sector organisations face several challenges when it comes to owning and managing office space which includes financial constraints, bureaucracy and outdated infrastructure. These challenges require proactive management, strategic planning,...

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The cluster includes the following government departments: Communications, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Economic Development, Energy, Finance, Human Settlements, Public Enterprises, Public Works, The Presidency: National Planning Commission, Transport and Water and Environmental Affairs.

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Economic Development, Finance, Infrastructure

Bi-annual Infrastructure Trends Report March 2025

Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU)
Published: 2025

This bi-annual report assesses South Africa’s latest infrastructure trends, highlighting investment patterns, challenges, and key developments. Given the role of infrastructure in driving GDP growth, expanding access to basic services...

Economic Development, Finance, Infrastructure

Viability Gap Financing

Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU)
Published: 2024

In this insightful presentation Vivek Kasseepursad and Thembela Mazula from the Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU) share findings from studies conducted into the use of Viability Gap Financing (VGF). When...

Economic Development, Finance, Infrastructure

The BFI: Reflections and Lessons Learnt

Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU)
Published: 2024

In this insightful presentation by Veron Vukeya and Pheeha Morudu from the Capital Projects Appraisal Unit of GTAC reflect on the achievements of the Budget Facility for Infrastructure since its...

Basic Education, Infrastructure

School Infrastructure Delivery

PEPA
Published: 2016

The technical report is a 2016 review of school infrastructure delivery in South Africa, highlighting inconsistencies in project tracking and accounting across provinces. ​ It recommends standardizing processes, improving data...

Infrastructure, Trade & Industry

Industrial Development Zones

PEPA
Published: 2018

The technical report reviews South Africa’s Industrial Development Zones (IDZs), highlighting their establishment, funding, performance, and challenges. It evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of IDZs, proposing a costing model and...

Infrastructure, Transport

Provincial Roads

PEPA
Published: 2016

This is a tecnhnical report on the Performance and Expenditure Review of Provincial Roads, detailing the project’s background, methodology, findings, reasons for termination, and recommendations for future analysis. ​ It...

Infrastructure, Transport

Public Transport and Infrastructure System

PEPA
Published: 2014

This technical report reviews public transport and infrastructure expenditure and performance in six metropolitan areas, covering various transport modes, their costs, subsidies, and efficiency, with a focus on improving urban...

Infrastructure, Transport

Provincial Roads in South Africa

PEPA
Published: 2022

The technical report reviews South Africa’s provincial road expenditure from 2016/17 to 2020/21, highlighting inefficiencies, funding sources, and project completion rates. It recommends better alignment of budgeting and reporting, co-funding...

Human Settlements

Informal Settlements

PEPA
Published: 2014

This technical report is a draft final report on the rapid verification study of service delivery in South African informal settlements, focusing on Outcome 8 targets. ​ It details methodology,...

Human Settlements, Infrastructure

Provincial Public Residential Rental Stock

PEPA
Published: 2018

This technical report analyzes the costs and revenues of provincial public residential rental properties from 2013/14 to 2015/16- identifying management challenges, and evaluating financial scenarios. ​ Recommendations include improved asset...

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This cluster includes the following government departments: Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Communications, Economic Development, Finance, Higher Education and Training, Labour, Mineral Resources, Public Enterprises, Rural Development and Land Reform, Science and Technology, Tourism and Trade and Industry.

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Economic Development, Finance

The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In this thought-provoking presentation from the “The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery” webinar Zinzi Mphahlele, Manager of Budget and Reporting at Polokwane Municipality, shared real-world insights on aligning...

Economic Development, Finance, Local Government

On Air with Ubuntu Radio: Municipal Spending Vs. Service Delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

During ‘Ubuntu Radio’s Midday Conversation with Vusi Maupa & Sabelo Makhubo’, Zinzi Mphahlele, Budget Manager at Polokwane Municipality, unpacked “The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery.” Zinzi brought a...

Economic Development, Public Service & Administration, Science & Technology

Using administrative data for service delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

On 11 April, The Midday Conversation on Ubuntu Radio featured an interesting discussion with Prof Justin Visagie, Chief Research Specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC). Hosted by Vusi...

Economic Development, Employment & labour markets, Labour

A Decade of Innovation and Partnership

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Since its establishment in 2011, the Jobs Fund has been at the forefront of tackling unemployment in South Africa through innovative funding models and strategic public-private partnerships. This new publication...

Economic Development, Finance, Infrastructure

Viability Gap Financing

Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU)
Published: 2024

In this insightful presentation Vivek Kasseepursad and Thembela Mazula from the Capital Projects Appraisal Unit (CPAU) share findings from studies conducted into the use of Viability Gap Financing (VGF). When...

Communications, Economic Development

Creating a Just AI ecosystem for Africa

External Contributors
Published: 2024

In this insightful webinar, Dr. Alison Gillwald, Executive Director of Research ICT Africa, explores the risks of artificial intelligence (AI) excluding large portions of the population. With a focus on...

Finance, Higher Education & Training

Public Service Sector Education and Training Authority

PEPA
Published: 2014

This is a technical report on the Public Service Sector Education and Training Authority (PSETA), detailing its mandate, funding issues, deliverables, and performance. ​ It highlights PSETA’s challenges in funding...

Finance, Higher Education & Training

National Artisan Development Programme

PEPA
Published: 2014

This technical report is on the National Artisan Development Programme which aims to increase the number of qualified artisans in South Africa to 30,000 annually by 2030. ​ Key challenges...

Science & Technology

SEDA Technology Incubators

PEPA
Published: 2014

The technical report is a 2014 expenditure and performance review of the SEDA Technology Incubators, detailing financial analysis, programme design, and performance indicators. It includes recommendations for improving technology-focused SMME...

Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries

Micro Agriculture Finance Institutions of South Africa

PEPA
Published: 2014

This technical report on the Micro Agriculture Finance Institutions of South Africa (MAFISA), highlighting its purpose, management issues, financial performance, and recommendations for improvement. ​ It identifies significant management and...

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This cluster includes the following government departments: Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Home Affairs, Justice and Constitutional Development, Finance, Public Service and Administration and The Presidency: Performance Monitoring and Evaluation and Administration.

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Economic Development, Finance, Public Service & Administration

Spending Reviews: Topics, methodology and findings

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Since 2013, GTAC’s Public Expenditure and Policy Analysis (PEPA) unit has guided the production of over 270 spending reviews across various sectors. This booklet presents a selection of these reviews...

Economic Development, Finance

The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In this thought-provoking presentation from the “The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery” webinar Zinzi Mphahlele, Manager of Budget and Reporting at Polokwane Municipality, shared real-world insights on aligning...

Economic Development, Finance, Local Government

On Air with Ubuntu Radio: Municipal Spending Vs. Service Delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

During ‘Ubuntu Radio’s Midday Conversation with Vusi Maupa & Sabelo Makhubo’, Zinzi Mphahlele, Budget Manager at Polokwane Municipality, unpacked “The Principle of Municipal Spending vs. Service Delivery.” Zinzi brought a...

Finance, Local Government, Public Service & Administration

Section 71 Local Government Report

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In MFMA Section 71 Local Government Report, Mandla Gilimani, Director of Local Government Budget Analysis at National Treasury, unpacks how Section 71 of the MFMA supports financial oversight, transparency, and...

Finance, Local Government, Public Service & Administration

Municipal Grants Monitoring and Analysis

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Sello Mashaba, Director: Local Government Budget Analysis at National Treasury delivered a presentation “Municipal Grants Monitoring and Analysis” at the webinar From Your Pocket to Public Services: Tracking Municipal Budgets....

Economic Development, Public Service & Administration, Science & Technology

Using administrative data for service delivery

External Contributors
Published: 2025

On 11 April, The Midday Conversation on Ubuntu Radio featured an interesting discussion with Prof Justin Visagie, Chief Research Specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC). Hosted by Vusi...

Infrastructure, Public Service & Administration, Public Works

Asset Optimisation Strategy: Public Sector Office Ownership

External Contributors
Published: 2025

Public sector organisations face several challenges when it comes to owning and managing office space which includes financial constraints, bureaucracy and outdated infrastructure. These challenges require proactive management, strategic planning,...

Finance, Social Development

NPO and Social Welfare Registration Process

PEPA
Published: 2013

The technical report details the 2013 review of NPO and social welfare registration processes in South Africa, highlighting inefficiencies, funding disparities, and the need for improved oversight and management by...

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This cluster includes the following government departments: Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Environmental and Water Affairs, Human Settlements, Labour, Public Works, Rural Development and Land Affairs, Social Development, Transport and Women, Youth, Children and People with Disability.

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Communications, Health

Transforming Healthcare Access with Vula Mobile

External Contributors
Published: 2025

In this presentation Dr. William Mapham, CEO of Vula Mobile, shared insights on how digital innovation is revolutionising healthcare access across South Africa and beyond. Dr. Mapham, a visionary in...

Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries, Water & Environmental Affairs

Provincial Nature Reserves

PEPA
Published: 2018

This is a technical report on the management, funding, and performance of Provincial Nature Reserves (PNRs) in South Africa, highlighting expenditure trends, revenue generation, and management challenges, with case studies...

Rural Development & Land Affairs

Land Restitution

PEPA
Published: 2014

The technical report analyses the Land Restitution Programme in South Africa, covering its history, processes, expenditure, and performance. ​ It includes various scenarios for future costs and implementation strategies, emphasizing...

Human Settlements, Infrastructure

Funding Model for Social Housing

PEPA
Published: 2016

This technical report outlines a 2016 review of South Africa’s social housing funding model, detailing the program’s structure, funding sources, challenges, and recommendations to enhance private sector involvement and financial...

Covid-19, Economic Development, Health

COVID-19: Protecting Lives and Livelihoods

Special Projects
Published: 2021

2021 Winter School presentation by Dr Mark Blecher on the South African Government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the effect of the pandemic on the South African economy and...

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This cluster includes the following government departments: Arts and Culture, Basic Education, Health, Higher Education and Training, Labour, Science and Technology and Sport and Recreation.

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Higher Education & Training

Technical and Vocational Education and Training

PEPA
Published: 2015

This is a 2015 technical report on the performance and expenditure review of South Africa’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, analyzing funding, costs, and performance indicators to...

Finance, Higher Education & Training

National Student Financial Aid Scheme

PEPA
Published: 2016

The Technical Report showcases NSFAS Performance and Expenditure Review. It evaluates the financial aid scheme’s administration, funding adequacy, and loan recovery issues, and details costing models including variables, assumptions, and...

Finance, Higher Education & Training

National Skills Fund

PEPA
Published: 2014

This technical report focuses on the National Skills Fund, established by the Skills Development Act (1998), finances training, capacity building, and research. ​ It improved financial management since 2010/11, disbursing...

Arts and Culture

Language Services

PEPA
Published: 2014

This technical report is an expenditure and performance review of South Africa’s National Language Services, PanSALB, and CRL, analyzing their mandates, spending, and efficiency. ​ It highlights issues like unclear...

Basic Education, Finance, Higher Education & Training

In-Service Training of Teachers

PEPA
Published: 2013

The technical report is a 2013 Expenditure and Performance Review of the In-Service Training of Teachers (INSET) in South Africa. ​ It analyzes policy processes, performance, and costs, providing recommendations...

Public Private Partnerships, Science & Technology

Science Councils Partnering with the Private Sector

PEPA
Published: 2014

The technical report reviews the effectiveness of South African Science Councils partnering with the private sector, analyzing government funding, income sources, and performance. ​ It highlights the need for better-defined...

Economic Development, Finance, Science & Technology

SITA AND ICT SPENDING REVIEW

PEPA
Published: 2023

The presentation focused on a spending review which explored if the original model of having a centralised stated owned IT agency is working or not. There are concerns that, far...

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This cluster includes the following government departments: Defence and Military Veterans, International Relations and Cooperation, Finance, State Security, Tourism, Trade and Industry and Water and Environmental Affairs.

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International Relations & Cooperation

Foreign Missions

PEPA
Published: 2013

The technical report analyzes DIRCO’s foreign mission expenditures from 2010 to 2013, detailing costs by region and mission size, and highlighting key cost drivers such as staff allowances, property leases,...

This cluster includes the following government departments: Correctional Services, Defence, Home Affairs, Justice and Constitutional Development, Police and State Security.

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