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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (DALRRD)

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) was established in June 2019, by the merger of the Department: Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) and the Department: Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR).

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: 20 Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0001

POSTAL: Private Bag X250, Pretoria, 0001

TEL: 012 319 6000

WEB: www.dalrrd.gov.za

EMAIL: Enquiries@dalrrd.gov.za

OVERVIEW

The vision of the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) is to have equitable access to land, integrated rural development, sustainable agriculture and food security for all. Its mission is to accelerate land reform, catalyse rural development and improve agricultural production to stimulate economic development and food security through: transformed land ownership patterns; agrarian reform; implementation of an effective land administration system; sustainable livelihoods; innovative sustainable agriculture; promotion of access to opportunities for youth, women and other vulnerable groups; and integrated rural development.

Office Bearers

Minister: Ms Thoko Didiza (Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development) (ANC)

Deputy Minister: Ms Rosemary Nokuzola Capa (Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development) (ANC), Mr Mcebisi Skwatsha (Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development) (ANC)

Director General: Mr Mooketsa Ramasodi

Chief Financial Officer: Ms Rendani Sadiki

Deputy Directors General: Mr Clinton Heimann (Spatial Planning and Land Use Management - SPLUM), Mr Mokotule Kgobokoe

(Acting: Corporate Support Services), Ms Carlize Knoesen (Chief Registrar: Deeds), Mr Siyabonga Mdubeki (Chief Surveyor General: National Geomatics Management Service - NGMS), Mr Nasele Mehlomakulu (Food Security and Agrarian Reform), Dr Botlhe Modisane (Acting: Agriculture Production, Health and Food Safety), Ms Thandi Moyo (Rural Development), Mr Terries Ndove (Land Redistribution and Tenure Reform), Dr Moshe Swartz (Economic Development, Trade and Marketing)

Senior Management: Mr Klaas Mboane (Director: Operations), Mr Bushy Ngamole (Director: Quality Assurance), Ms Nomfundo Ntloko-Gobodo

agriculture, land reform & rural development

Department:

Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

Republic Of South Africa

(Chief Land Claims Commissioner), Ms Linda Page (Chief Director: Strategic Communication), Mr Themba Sikhutshwa (Head of Office: Deputy Minister Skwatsha), Ms Alicia Stevens (Chief Director: Executive Support Services)

Communications Officers: Mr Reggie Ngcobo (Media Liaison Offier and Spokesperson)

Secretaries: Ms Nwabisa Kale (Private Secretary: Minister), Ms Debbie Khan (Executive Assistant: Director General), Ms Wendy Kondile (Private Secretary: Deputy Minister Skwatsha)

Commission On Restitution Of Land Rights

CONTACT DETAILS

PHYSICAL: 8th Floor, Centre Walk Building, 266 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume & Pretorius Streets, Pretoria Central

POSTAL: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001

TEL: 012 407 4400

WEB: www.dalrrd.gov.za/Branches/Restitution/Regional-Land-ClaimsCommissioner-Offices

EMAIL: theledi.makeke@dalrrd.gov.za

OVERVIEW

The Restitution of Land Rights Act of 1994 and specifically section 6, sets out the functions of the Commission which in essence frame the mandate of the Commission. These key functions are outlined as follows, to: acknowledge receipt of all claims for the restitution of rights in land; take reasonable steps to ensure that the claimants are assisted in the preparation and submission of claims; provide claimants with information regarding the progress of their claims on a regular basis and upon request; undertake the necessary investigations to understand the merits of the claim; take appropriate steps to ensure that the public are aware as to who is entitled to claim restitution, the limitations and requirements of the Act and the manner in which claims are to be lodged with the commission; and prioritise claims which affect a substantial number of persons or persons who have suffered substantial losses as a result of dispossession or persons with particularly pressing claims.

Office Bearers

Chief Land Claims Commissioner: Ms Nomfundo Ntloko

Deputy Chief Land Claims Commissioner: Ms Cindy Benyane (Acting)

Regional Land Claims Commissioner: Mr Lebjane Maphutha

Senior Management: Ms Francis McMenamin (Director: Programme Management and Admin Support [Finance and SCM]), Mr Themba Ntombela (Acting Director: Restitution Litigation), Ms Zodwa Phakedi

(Director: Restitution Management Support), Mr Sunjay Singh

(Chief Director: Restitution Management Support)

Regional Directors: Dr Wayne Alexander (Chief Director: Western Cape), Ms Cindy Benyane (Chief Director: Gauteng), Mr Lengane Bogatsu (Chief Director: North West and Acting Chief Director: Free

State), Mr Mnyamezeli Dlamini (Acting Chief Director: KwaZuluNatal), Ms Mangalane du Toit (Chief Director: Northern Cape), Mr Tele Maphotho (Chief Director: Limpopo), Mr Zama Memela (Acting Chief Director: Eastern Cape), Mr Sam Nkosi (Chief Director: Mpumalanga)

Communications Officers: Mr Theledi Makeke (Client Liaison)

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE AGENTS COUNCIL (APAC)

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: Unit 5, Benvista Office Park, Jansenpark, Boksburg

POSTAL: Suite Number 69, Private Bag X9, East Rand, 1462

TEL: 011 894 3680

WEB: www.apacweb.org.za

EMAIL: Francois@apacouncil.co.za

Overview

The objective of the Agricultural Produce Agents Council (APAC) is to regulate the occupations of fresh produce, export and livestock agents and to maintain and enhance the status and dignity of those occupations and the integrity of persons practicing those occupations. The Council’s mission is to: fulfil its mandate under the Act; protect against dishonest practices; uphold its responsibility to maintain and enhance the occupations of fresh produce, export and livestock agents; and position the Council to effectively contribute in the development and transformation of the agricultural sector. APAC’s vision is to be an innovative, supportive, proactive and responsive regulatory body.

AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: 1134 Park Street, Hatfield, Pretoria

POSTAL: PO Box 8783, Pretoria, 0001

TEL: 012 427 9700

WEB: www.arc.agric.za

EMAIL: enquiry@arc.agric.za

Overview

The mission of the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is to be a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters innovation to support and develop the agricultural sector.

The ARC’s main functions are to: undertake and promote research, technology development and technology transfer; utilise the technological expertise in its possession and make it generally available; publish information concerning its objectives and functions, and establish facilities for the collection and dissemination of information in connection with research and development; publish the results of research; establish and control facilities in the fields of research, technology development and technology transfer that the Council may determine from time to time; cooperate with departments of state, institutions, persons and other authorities for the promotion and conduct of research, technology development and technology transfer; promote the training of research workers by means of bursaries or grants-in-aid for research, technology development and technology transfer, and contribute financially; offer research, development and technology transfer programmes; hire or let facilities; and cooperate with persons and authorities in other countries conducting or promoting research, technology development and technology transfer in agriculture.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Dr Joyene Isaacs

Deputy Chairperson: Dr Monodowafa Mashaba

Council Members: Prof Raymond Auerbach, Dr Steven Cornelius, Mr Goodman Gcaba, Dr Konanani Liphadzi, Ms Nalini Maharaj, Dr Naude Malan, Prof Phatu Mashela, Dr Poncho Mokaila, Prof Nicolaas Olivier, Dr Saskia Van Oosterhout

Chief Executive Officer: Dr Litha Magingxa (President and CEO)

Chief Financial Officer: Mr Abdul Carim

Senior Management: Dr Petronella Chaminuka (Acting Group

Executive: Impact and Partnerships), Dr Andrew Magadlela (Group Executive: Animal Sciences), Dr Nthabiseng Motete (Group Executive:

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Mr Thami Sebusi

Council Members: Mr Petrie Badenhorst, Mr Willie Clack, Mr Hendrik Eksteen, Ms Lizl Gelderblom, Mr Elton Jefthas, Mr Franco Joubert, Mr Dan Kriek, Ms Lullu Matyolo, Mr Nkosana Mbokane, Mr Douglas Mosese, Mrs Stephanie Nel, Dr Cobus Oberholzer, Mr Jaco Oosthuizen, Mr Angelo Peterson, Mr Anton Vos, Ms Alieen Zulch

Registrar: Mr Francois Knowles

Senior Management: Ms Tanel du Plooy (Compliance Office: Monitoring), Mr Ruben Erasmus (Compliance Officer: Stock), Ms Desi van Zyl (Compliance Officer: Stock)

Communications Officers: Mrs Zodwa Cibane Zodwa Cibane

Crop Sciences), Mr Joe Motlegelwa (Chief Audit Officer), Ms Besa Muthuri (Senior Manager: Human Capital Management), Dr Tebogo Sethibe (Group Executive: Information Systems)

Communications Officers: Ms Joy Peter (Senior Manager: Marketing and Communications)

Ingonyama Trust Board

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: 65 Trelawney Road, Fillan Park, Southgate, Pietermaritzburg, 3201

POSTAL: PO Box 601, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

TEL: 033 846 9900/1/2/3

WEB: www.ingonyamatrust.org.za

EMAIL: info@ingonyamatrust.org.za

Overview

The mission of the Ingonyama Trust Board is to contribute to the improvement of the quality of life of the members of the traditional communities living on Ingonyama Trust land by ensuring that land management is to their benefit and in accordance with the laws of the land, and to develop progressive business models for the social and economic upliftment and the empowerment of the members of traditional communities on land administered by the Trust.

The Board’s strategic objectives are: unlocking an enabling environment conducive to development on Trust land; effective and efficient asset management services; and support to Traditional Councils in capacity building programmes.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Mr Prince Mzimela

Deputy Chairperson: Adv Linda Zama

Board Members: Ms Lisa Del Grande, Dr Thandi Dlamini, Mr Dandy Matamela, Prince Sibonelo Mkhize, Prince Phallang Bokang Molefe

Prince Mabudu Israel Tembe, Ms Nomusa Zulu

Chief Executive Officer: Mr Vela Mngwengwe

Chief Financial Officer: Mr Siyamdumisa Vilakazi (Acting)

Senior Management: Mr Siphiwe Madondo (Head: Corporate Services), Mr Phumlane Mkhize (Manager: Land and Tenure Management Services), Ms Thembeka Ndlovu (Head: Land and Tenure Management Services)

Communications Officers: Mr Simpiwe Mxakaza (Media Relations Specialist)

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL MARKETING COUNCIL (NAMC)

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: Meintjiesplein Building, Block A, 4th Floor, 536 Francis Baard Street, Arcadia, 0007

POSTAL: Private Bag X935, Pretoria, 0001

TEL: 012 341 1115

WEB: www.namc.co.za

EMAIL: info@namc.co.za

Overview

The mission of the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC) is to provide agricultural marketing advisory services to key stakeholders in support of a vibrant agricultural marketing system in South Africa. The Council’s strategic objectives are to: increase market access for all market participants; promote the efficiency of the marketing of agricultural products; optimise export earnings from agricultural products; and enhance the viability of the agricultural sector. The Council serves through the following initiatives: research on trade, linking farmers to markets, monitoring food prices and inputs costs, as well as value chain; development schemes aimed at leveraging the potential of smallholder agriculture through partnerships, as well as technical assistance and training programmes; industry trusts; bridging the communication gap between industry and the ministry; statutory measures; and investigating statutory measure applications.

OFFICE BEARERS

Chairperson: Mr Angelo Petersen

Deputy Chairperson: Ms Thandeka Ntshangase

Council Members: Prof Andre Jooste, Mr Sifiso Mhlaba, Ms Fezeka Mkile, Ms Nonie Mokose, Ms Shandini Naidoo, Mr Gerhardus Schutte, Dr Thembi Xaba

Chief Executive Officer: Dr Simphiwe Ngqangweni

Chief Financial Officer: Ms Irene Mathatho

Senior Management: Mr Schalk Burger (Statutory Measures), Mrs Khumbuzile Mosoma (Agribusiness Development), Mr Bonani Nyhodo (Agricultural Trusts), Ms Nolwazi Simelane (Human Capital), Dr Ndiadivha Tempia (Markets and Economic Research Centre)

Communications Officers: Mr Stephen Majara Monamodi (Manager: Corporate Communications)

FINANCIAL INFORMATION*

Office Of The Valuer General

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: Praetor Forum Building, 267 Lillian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria Central, South Africa, 0001

POSTAL: Private Bag X812, Pretoria, 0001

TEL: 012 036 0000

WEB: ovg.org.za

EMAIL: enquiries@ovg.org.za

Overview

The Office of the Valuer General (OVG) is a state entity established through the Property Valuation Act 17 of 2014 (PVA), which came into effect on 1 August 2015.The OVG was listed by the Minister of Finance, as a Schedule 3(A) public entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act during the 2017/18 financial year. The mandate of the OVG is to support the programme of land reform through a provision of independent and credible property valuation services.

Office Bearers

Chief Executive Officer: Ms Motlatso Maloka (Acting Valuer General)

Chief Operations Officer: Mr Thapelo Motsoeneng (Acting)

Senior Management: Mr Malefane Coangae (Senior Manager: Supply Chain Management and Procurement), Ms Tiny Dlamini (Senior Manager: Valuations), Mr Tshenolo Masoleng (Senior Manager: Programmes Management Office), Mr Kabelo Moatshe (Senior Manager: Strategy and Information, Communication and Technology), Mr Tumelo Mokale (Senior Manager: Financial Management Services), Ms Refilwe Noge (Senior Manager: Human Capital Services), Ms Avhakholwi Nthebe (Director: Valuations), Ms Masape Thomas (Acting Senior Manager: Valuations)

FINANCIAL INFORMATION*2021/222020/212019/20

ONDERSTEPOORT BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTS (OBP)

CONTACT DETAILS

PHYSICAL: 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria, 0110

POSTAL: Private Bag X07, Onderstepoort, Pretoria, 0110

TEL: 012 522 1500

WEB: www.obpvaccines.co.za

EMAIL: info@obpvaccines.co.za

Overview

Onderstepoort Biological Products SOC Ltd (OBP) is a South African state-owned animal vaccine manufacturing company whose mandate is to prevent and control animal diseases that impact food security, human health and livelihoods. The mandate is delivered through continued development of innovative products and efficient manufacturing, which ensures vaccine affordability and accessibility through varied distribution channels.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Ms Rene Kenosi

Board Members: Mr Luvuyo Mabombo (Interim CEO), Ms Kribashni Naidoo, Mr Lufuno Nematswerani, Prof Khathutshelo Nephawe, Dr Boitshoko Ntshabele (Shareholder’s Representative), Ms Nona Sonjani

Chief Executive Officer: Mr Luvuyo Mabombo (Interim CEO)

Chief Financial Officer: Ms Komathie Govender (Interim CFO)

Chief Operations Officer: Mr Collin Manickum

Senior Management: Dr Jacob Modumo (Marketing, Sales and Business Development Officer), Dr Bethuel Nthangeni (Chief Scientific Officer), Ms Charlene Sheraton (Interim Corporate Services Executive), Adv Pieter van der Sandt (Head: Legal and Company Secretary)

Communications Officers: Ms Zipho Linda (Communications Officer)

PERISHABLE PRODUCTS EXPORT CONTROL BOARD (PPECB)

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: 45 Silwerboom Avenue, Plattekloof, Cape Town

POSTAL: PO Box 15289, Panorama, 7506

TEL: 021 930 1134

WEB: ppecb.com

EMAIL: info@ppecb.com

Overview

The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) is an independent service provider of quality certification and cold chain management services for producers and exporters of perishable food products. Established in 1926, the PPECB has delivered valuable services to the perishable products industry for over 90 years by enhancing the credibility of the South African export certificate and supporting the export competitiveness of South Africa’s perishable product industries. As a national public entity, the PPECB is constituted and mandated in terms of the Perishable Products Export Control Act 9 of 1983 to perform cold chain services. The PPECB also delivers inspection and food safety services assigned by the The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD). The presence of the PPECB in the export industry is furthermore enhanced by its recognition as an approved third country under the European Commission Regulation 543 of 2011.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Mr Clive Garrett

Deputy Chairperson: Dr Charlotte Nkuna

Board Members: Mr Warren Bam, Mr Ian Beukes, Mr Michael Brinkhuis, Mr Derek Donkin, Ms Mariette Kotze, Mr Bonga Mavume, Ms Bongiwe Njobe, Dr Charlotte Nkuna, Ms Jill-Atwood Palm, Ms Pheladi Tlomatsane

Chief Executive Officer: Mr Lucien Jansen

Chief Financial Officer: Mr Johan Schwiebus

Chief Operations Officer: Mr Cyril Julius

Senior Management: Ms Pinki Luwaca (Human Resources Executive), Ms Yanesh Ramiah (Chief Information Officer)

Communications Officers: Ms Tina-Louise Rabie (Marketing and Communications Manager)

SOUTH AFRICAN VETERINARY COUNCIL (SAVC)

CONTACT DETAILS

PHYSICAL: 26 Victoria Link Street, Route 21 Corporate Park, Nellmapius Drive, Irene, Pretoria

POSTAL: PO Box 60114, Pierre van Ryneveld, 0045

TEL: 012 345 6360

WEB: www.savc.org.za

EMAIL: registrar@savc.org.za

Overview

The South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) seeks, through the statutes of the Veterinary and Para-Veterinary Professions Act 19 of 1982, to serve the interest of the people of South Africa by: promoting competent, efficient, accessible and needs-driven service delivery in the animal health care sector; protect the health and well-being of animals and animal populations; protect and represent the interests of the veterinary and para-veterinary professions; regulate the professional conduct of the veterinary and para-veterinary professions; and set and monitor standards of both education and practice for the veterinary and para-veterinary professions.

Office Bearers

President: Dr AT Kgasi (President and Exco Member)

Vice President: Dr NV Mnisi (Vice President and Exco Member)

Council Members: Ms Erika Bornman, Mr Bheki Dladla, Dr Susan Fouche, Dr SM Higgerty, Dr Tlotlo Kgasi, Dr BA Lubisi, Dr Malehu Machedi, Ms Nalini Maharaj, Dr Johan Marais, Ms B Mogodi, Mr Thabiso Mohlabi, Dr Shaun Morris, Dr Princess Moswa-Kato, Ms Jessica Mousley, Dr NT Ndudane, Prof Nenene Qekwana, Mr Sphamandla Qwabe, Dr BW Tindall, Dr Paul van Dam, Dr IJ Venter

Registrar: Mr MA Menye

Chief Financial Officer: Mr S Nqawe (Director)

Directors: Ms M Mojanaga (Director: Registration), Ms D Stoltz (Director: Legal Affairs), Ms L Westcott (Director: Education)

Deputy Director: Mr Thami Mvunyiswa (Investigations)

Senior Management: Ms Minette Claassen (Facility Inspections Coordinator), Ms Talita Coetzee (Authorisation Coordinator), Ms Lenora Erasmus (Education Coordinator), Mr Chester Magardie (HR Officer), Ms Ronel Mayhew (Technical Manager: Systems and Design), Ms Lorraine Mhlongo (Complaints Coordinator)

Communications Officers: Ms R Mayhew (Technical Manager: Systems and Design)

Secretary: Ms Renate Armstrong (Legal Secretary), Ms Makhosazana Mashinini (Reception and Registry Official), Ms Neo Tsumaki (Personal Assistant: Meeting Support)

FINANCIAL INFORMATION* 2021/222020/212019/20

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES (DCDT)

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) was established in June 2019 by the merger of the Department: Communications (DOC) and the Department: Telecommunications and Postal Services (DTPS).

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: iParioli Office Park, 1166 Park Street, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0001

POSTAL: Private Bag X860, Pretoria, 0001

TEL: 012 427 8000

WEB: www.dcdt.gov.za

Overview

The mission of the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) is to create an enabling environment for the provision of inclusive communication services to all South Africans in a manner that promotes socio-economic development and investment through broadcasting, new media, print media and other new technologies, and to brand the country locally and internationally.

The Department’s strategic outcome-orientated goals are to: enable the maximisation of investment in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector and create new competitive business opportunities for the growth of the ICT industry for socio-economic development; ensure that ICT infrastructure is accessible, robust, reliable, affordable and secure to meet the needs of the country and its people; accelerate the socio-economic development of South Africans and facilitate the building of an inclusive information society through partnerships with business and civil society, and the three spheres of government; improve departmental performance and enhance the role of ICT State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) as the delivery arms of government; and contribute to the global ICT agenda prioritising Africa’s development.

Office Bearers

Minister: Mr Mondli Gungubele (Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies) (ANC)

Deputy Minister: Mr Mohlopi Phillemon Mapulane (Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies) (ANC)

Director General: Ms Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani (Acting)

Chief of Staff: Ms Humbelani Tshikalange

Deputy Directors General: Ms Renah Lubisa (Acting: ICT Policy Development and Strategy), Ms Thulisile Manzini (Administration), Mr Mlindi Mashologu (Information Society and Capacity), Mr Tinyiko Ngobeni (ICT Infrastructure Development and Support), Mr Jabu Radebe (Acting), Mr Omega Shelembe (ICT Enterprise and Public Entity Oversight)

Chief Director: Ms Pari Pillay (Director General’s Office) communications & digital technologies

Department: Communications Digital Technologies

REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

Senior Management: Ms Nomvuyiso Batyi (Presidential Commission Head), Mr Khathutshelo Ramukumba (Board Chairperson)

Communications Officers: Akhona Jonginamba (Parliamentary

Liaison Officer: Minister), Ms Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani (Parliamentary

Liaison Officer: Director General), Ms Tlangelani Manganyi (Media

Liaison Officer: Minister), Ms Thulisile Manzini (Deputy Information

Officer: Director General), Mpho Matiwane

Secretaries: Ms Tebogo Mathebula (Personal Assistant: Director General), Mr Charles Ramokopelwa (Private Secretary: Deputy Minister)

INDEPENDENT COMMUNICATIONS AUTHORITY OF SOUTH AFRICA (ICASA)

CONTACT DETAILS

PHYSICAL: 350 Witch-Hazel Avenue, Eco Park Estate, Centurion, 0144

POSTAL: Private Bag X10, Highveld Park,0169

TEL: 012 568 3000/1

WEB: www.icasa.org.za

EMAIL: info@icasa.org.za

OVERVIEW

The mission of the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) is to ensure that all South Africans have access to a wide range of high quality communication services at affordable prices. The Authority’s strategic objectives are linked to government’s Outcomes-Based Approach. ICASA’s strategic objectives are: increased access to available broadband spectrum; reduced regulatory burden for equipment manufacturers and importers; to protect consumers from harmful practices in the use of premium rated services; to develop a 5G Forum for South Africa; national radio frequency planning to align the RSA National Frequency Plan to WRC-15 outcomes; dynamic and opportunistic spectrum use; millimetre-wave band availability; broadband coverage availability information for consumers; imposition of obligations on licensees; increased competition and diversity in the commercial television broadcasting sector; increased competition in the electronic communications sector; reduced barriers to entry into the broadband market; reduced barriers to entry into the subscription broadcasting market; ECS/ECNS reseller market exemption regulations clarification; improved utilisation of spectrum; quality telecommunication services; harmonisation of cross-border communication; access to ICASA services; protection of consumers from harmful practices; promotion of consumer participation in the ICT sector; monitoring of compliance with licence terms and conditions by licensees; promotion of consumer participation in the ICT sector; consumer complaints resolution; promotion of consumer participation in the ICT sector; improved social cohesion through community the television broadcasting sector; promotion of a common national identity through broadcasting services; Nat Joint Operations instructions execution; improved ICASA awareness through consumer engagement campaigns; promotion of equitable coverage of elections; and transformation in the ICT Sector.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Ms Yolisa Kedama (Acting)

Councillors: Ms Thabisa Faye, Dr Charley Lewis, Adv Luthando Simphiwe Mkumatela, Ms Dikeledi Catherine Mushi, Mrs Nompucuko Nontombana, Mrs Ntombiza Patience Sithole, Mr Peter Zimri

Chief Executive Officer: Mr Willington Ngwepe

Chief Financial Officer: Ms Josephine Meyer

Senior Management: Mr Nkhetheleni Gidi (Executive: Policy, Research and Analysis), Ms Julia Kenyane (Executive: Corporate Services), Mr Zakhele Kganakga (Executive: Human Resources), Ms Leah Maina (Executive: Licensing and Compliance), Tshiamo Maluleka-Disemelo (Chief Audit Executive), Mr Phil Molefe (Executive Engineering

.ZA DOMAIN NAME AUTHORITY (ZADNA)

CONTACT DETAILS

PHYSICAL: 44 Grand Central Boulevard, Sanofi House, Halfway House, Midrand, 1685

POSTAL: PO Box 4620, Halfway House, 1685

TEL: 010 020 3910

WEB: www.zadna.org.za

EMAIL: info@zadna.org.za

OVERVIEW

The .za Domain Name Authority (ZADNA) is a not-for-profit company that manages and regulates the .za namespace.

The Authority is mandated to: comply with international best practice in administration; license and regulate registries; license and regulate registrars for the respective registries; publish guidelines on the general administration and management, requirements and procedures, and maintenance of and public access to a repository; enhance public awareness about the economic and commercial benefits of domain name registration; conduct such investigations as it may consider necessary; conduct research into and keep abreast of developments on the domain name system; continually survey and evaluate the extent to which the .za domain name space meets the needs of the community; issue information on the registration of domain names; make recommendations to the Minister in relation to policy on any matter relating to the .za domain namespace; continually evaluate the effectiveness of the Act; liaise, consult and cooperate with any person or other authority; appoint experts and other consultants on such conditions as the Authority may determine; and respect and uphold the vested rights and interests of parties that were actively involved in the management and administration of the .za domain name space at the date of its establishment.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Ms Palesa Legoze

Deputy Chairperson: Ms Veronica Motloutsi

Board Members: Ms Malekgoloane Malapane, Prof Daniel Mashao, Prof Kasturi Moodaliyar, Mr Nichola Msibi, Ms Sizo Mzizi, Mr Molehe Wesi (CEO)

Chief Executive Officer: Mr Molehe Michael Wesi and Technology), Ms Anele Nomtshongwana (Executive: Regions), Ms Ndivhuo Rabuli (Executive: Legal, Risk and Complaints and Compliance Committee)

Communications Officers: Mr Paseka Maleka (Spokesperson)

Senior Management: Mr Cedrick Lumadi (Technical Coordinator), Mr Peter Madavhu (Manager: Operations), Ms Kedibone Mpholeng (Manager: Finance), Adv Lerato Seema (Manager: Policy, Licensing and Regulation), Ms Mariaan Swart (Human Capital Officer)

Communications Officers: Ms Angel Selebano (PR and Marketing Officer)

Contact Details

PHYSICAL: 2040 Octave Street, Radiokop, Honeydew, 2040

POSTAL: Postnet Suite 321, Private Bag X26, Sunninghill, 2157

TEL: 011 235 1600

WEB: www.infraco.co.za

EMAIL: info@infraco.co.za

Overview

The vision of Broadband Infraco SOC Ltd is to provide communication services to enable a connected and transformed society. The Company’s critical success factors are to: have access to funding; be customercentric; have a resilient network; have participation in WACS; have high-speed broadband connectivity for all provinces, districts and municipalities in South Africa; continue the delivery of the SA Connect Project; add redundant links to all six neighbouring countries of South Africa; and have good relationships with Transnet, Eskom and the provinces. The mission of Broadband Infraco is to strive to: expand the availability and affordability of access to communication services, including, but not limited to, underdeveloped and underserviced areas; and enable the acceleration of the State’s digital transformation through broadband connectivity.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Ms Zandile Kabini

Board Members: Mr Lungile Mabece (Chairperson: Social and Ethics Committee), Mr Patrick Lesiba Makape (Chairperson: Investment, Financing and Procurement Committee), Mr Devesh Mothilall, Ms Bojane Segooa (Chairperson: Audit and Risk Committee), Mr Loyiso Tyira (Chaiperson: Technolgy, Knowledge and Information Management Committee)

Chief Executive Officer: Mr Gift Zowa (Acting)

Chief Financial Officer: Ms Thuli Nqandela

Senior Management: Mr Peter Mafagana (Acting: Chief Technical Officer), Mr Mike Mojapelo (Executive: Compliance, Risk and Audit), Ms Irene Mokgohloa (Acting Executive: Human Resources), Ms Gloria Pete (Acting: Chief Marketing and Sales Officer)

Communications Officers: Ms Relebogile Mohatlane

FILM AND PUBLICATION BOARD (FPB)

CONTACT DETAILS

PHYSICAL: 420 Witch-Hazel Street, Eco Glade 2, Eco Park, Centurion, 0169

POSTAL: Private Bag X31, Highveld Park, 0169

TEL: 012 003 1400 / 0800 000 555

WEB: www.fpb.org.za

EMAIL: clientsupport@fpb.org.za

Overview

The mission of the Film and Publication Board (FPB) is to ensure efficient and effective consumer protection through regulation of films, games and certain publications, while empowering the public, especially children, through robust information sharing.

The Board regulates the media environment through the classification of content by: maintaining relevance to the values and norms of South African society through scientific research; balancing the right to freedom of expression with an obligation to protect children from exposure to potentially disturbing, harmful and inappropriate materials; and protecting children from sexual exploitation in media content, in order to educate the broader South African society to make informed choices.

Office Bearers

Chairperson: Ms Zama Mkosi

Deputy Chairperson: Dr Siya Tyali

Council Members: Mr Phosa Mashangoane, Adv L Nevondwe, Ms Zanele Nkosi, Dr Andile Nontso, Ms Lungelo Nxele, Ms Maggie Pillay, Ms Mpho Sedibe

Chief Executive Officer: Dr Mashilo Boloka

Chief Financial Officer: Ms Hulisani Bridget Ramugadi

Chief Information Officer: Mr Jobe Bacwadi (Acting)

Senior Management: Mr Saleem Ballim (Acting: Internal Audit Manager), Mr Avukile Dlanga (Manager: Research and Advocacy), Mr Pandelis Gregoriou (Manager: Legal and Regulatory Affairs), Kagiso Mmitsi Kagiso Mmitsi (Acting Manager: Risk and Compliance), Adv Makhosazana Lindhorst (Regulatory Development and Enforcement Executive), Ms Mpho Litha (Corporate Services Executive), Mulalo Makhale (Acting Manager: ICT), Mr Oupa Makhalemele (Acting Manager: Research and Advocacy), Mr Vuledzani Matidza (Manager: Finance), Ms Nthabiseng May (Manager: Senior Strategic and Partnership), Mr Tshepo Mogale (Acting Manager: Platform and Monitoring), Ms Lesego Mogoatlhe (Revenue Enhancement Manager), Ms Ngwako Molewa (Council Secretariat), Ms Beverley Nkumanda (Manager: Human Resources), Mr Vinesh Pithumbar (Acting Manager: Licensing and Classification), Mmaletjema Poto (Acting Manager: Child Protection), Seebo Seloane (Acting Manager: Non-Regulatory Function), Mr Ephraim Tlhako (Executive: Technology and Platform Monitoring)

Communications Officers: Ms Manala Botolo (Assistant Manager: Communications and Marketing), Ms Lynette Kamineth (Manager: Communications and Public Education)

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