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Technical Advisory Hub
The Technical Advisory Hub drives better public sector decision-making through integrated technical expertise in public finance, policy analysis and institutional design, supporting more effective, efficient and development-focused government programmes.
Programme Management Hub
The Programme Management Hub supports the effective delivery of major government programmes through integrated programme management and implementation support, enabled by strong governance, efficient systems and compliant operational processes.
Business Support Hub
The Business Support Hub enables GTAC's effective delivery by providing integrated, agile and coordinated support services that align people, systems and resources across the Technical Advisory and Programme Management Hubs.
Capacity Development & Training
- EventsKnowledge-sharing webinars on strategic projects, public sector administration, policy analysis, global events and major social issues.
- 2026 Public Economics ConferenceThe 2026 Public Economics Conference brings together policymakers, academics and practitioners to discuss the challenge of youth unemployment in South Africa.
- PPP TrainingPPP training sessions delivered virtually by the Transaction Advisory Services team, forming part of GTAC's capacity building initiatives.
- PPM ToolkitA practical toolkit to simplify the processes required to manage a project successfully, from beginning to end.
- Previous ConferencesGTAC's annual Public Economics Conference, launched in 2016 as the Public Economics Winter School.
- Spending Reviews Resource CentreA one-stop shop for support material to assist with spending reviews, including examples from previous reviews, infographics and Excel tips.
Careers & Tenders
- CareersExplore career opportunities and learn more about current vacancies, recruitment processes, and employment opportunities within GTAC.
- TendersAccess information on all tender opportunities and outcomes, including advertised, awarded, closed, and cancelled tenders.
- RFQsView details of all Requests for Quotations (RFQs), including currently advertised, awarded, closed, and cancelled RFQs.
- RFIsAccess information on all Requests for Information (RFIs), including advertised, closed, and cancelled RFIs, as well as related outcomes where applicable.
- Travel RatesMinimum norms and standards for travellers on official government business, both domestically and internationally.
- PPP TendersGovernment institutions can list their GTAC-related PPP tender opportunities on this site at no charge.
Publications
- WhatsUpGTAC's bi-monthly newsletter for people interested in South Africa's public finance, published since 2014.
- Strategic DocumentsThis is our strategic documents library. Here you can find our annual reports, annual performance plans and our strategic plans.
- NewsStay up to date with the latest news and announcements from GTAC.
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Trade In Services: The Global Context

The purpose of this paper is to provide a broad overview of global trends in services trade. The survey of the magnitude and patterns of trade in services, together with an analysis of the drivers of such trade, provides a context against which to assess South Africa’s current performance and future prospects in this area.

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