Opportunities
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A wholesale open-access network will be established simultaneously with the 4G spectrum auction to lower data costs and increase competition.
- Who it is for:
- telecom operators, internet service providers, consumers
- How to act on it:
- Operators must apply to the communications regulator for access to the network infrastructure under regulated terms.
The government has allocated R15.9 billion over the next three years to faster-spending infrastructure programmes, including R3.4 billion for school infrastructure and eradicating pit latrines, as well as incentives for clothing and textiles and the Expanded Public Works Programme.
- Who it is for:
- infrastructure developers, construction companies, local governments, public works contractors
- How to act on it:
- No direct application required; funds are allocated through government budget processes and procurement mechanisms.
R16.5 billion has been allocated to recapitalise the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to improve its operational capacity and efficiency.
- Who it is for:
- South African Revenue Service (SARS) officials and personnel
- How to act on it:
- No direct application required; funds are disbursed via government budget allocation to SARS.
R3.4 billion has been allocated to drought relief, primarily focused on upgrading water infrastructure to improve resilience and supply.
- Who it is for:
- municipalities, water utilities, rural communities affected by drought
- How to act on it:
- Municipalities and water boards must submit proposals to the Department of Water and Sanitation for funding approval.
R16.5 billion includes funding to establish a minimum wage for community health workers, improving their remuneration and job security.
- Who it is for:
- community health workers in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- No direct application required; implementation is managed through the Department of Health and relevant provincial health authorities.
The National Treasury is developing a framework over the next 12 months to improve governance and financial performance in national departments that are in distress. This framework will be guided by the Public Finance Management Act (1999) and the Constitution, aiming to correct poor spending quality, inefficiency, corruption, and financial mismanagement that undermine service delivery.
- Who it is for:
- national departments in distress, public finance managers, government institutions
- How to act on it:
- No action required by external parties; the framework is being developed internally by National Treasury.
South African scientists are developing nuclear medicine techniques to improve early detection and treatment of tuberculosis, HIV, and cancer, leveraging the country's high disease burden to inform both local and global health innovations.
- Who it is for:
- international researchers and institutions working in nuclear medicine and infectious diseases
- How to act on it:
- Researchers can engage with South African institutions such as Steve Biko Academic Hospital and the University of Pretoria to collaborate on radiotheranostics and nuclear medicine projects.
A new skills development centre is being established in Majuba by India, offering opportunities for local residents to access training in skilled trades.
- Who it is for:
- residents and job seekers in Majuba
- How to act on it:
- Attend programmes at the new skills development centre once it is operational in Majuba.
Employees of the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and Metropolitan Life can participate in awareness programmes, financial education, wellness interventions, and advisory support aimed at improving personal and organisational wellbeing.
- Who it is for:
- employees of the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and Metropolitan Life
- How to act on it:
- Participation is through employer engagement; no individual application process is described.
Future collaboration may include initiatives to promote financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, skills development, and economic participation for women, youth, and persons with disabilities through accessible services and innovative support mechanisms.
- Who it is for:
- women, youth, and persons with disabilities in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- No specific access route is described; participation would be through future joint programmes initiated by DWYPD and Metropolitan Life.
Collaboration may be explored to establish a Disability Nerve Centre, which aims to strengthen disability inclusion, data collection, innovation, and coordinated service delivery.
- Who it is for:
- persons with disabilities and organisations supporting disability inclusion
- How to act on it:
- No direct access route is specified; involvement would be through institutional collaboration between DWYPD and Metropolitan Life.
South African Tourism will develop seasonal travel packages specifically marketed to Saudi Arabian visitors, promoting South Africa’s diverse experiences, Islamic heritage, and Halal tourism offerings.
- Who it is for:
- Saudi travellers visiting South Africa
- How to act on it:
- No specific application process mentioned; packages will be developed by South African Tourism and marketed through official channels.