Did sita have periods. A brief overview of government’s progress on Y2K compliance in its departments was given by the National Year 2000 Decision Support Centre.
Empowerment
The staff transformation plan would be implemented according to the objectives of the Employment Equity Act. This plan would be presented to the portfolio committee at a later stage.
As an aside, Mr Rasethaba informed the committee that the Auditor General’s office (which works with SITA’s audit committee) did not adhere to Black empowerment principles. As this is a statutory body, the committee had the power to get an explanation for this.
Mandate
- Our mandate is stipulated as follows in the SITA Act:
- “Provide Information Technology (IT), information systems and related services to, or on behalf of, participating departments and in regard to these services, act as an agent of the South African Government.”
Primary Functions
Services
- Data Processing
- Network
- IT/IS Training
- Application Software Development and Maintenance
- Promotion of the effective utilisation of IT to enhance the efficiency at all levels of the public
- Technical support
- Functional and Business Advice and Support
- IT and IS management
- Act as procurement agency in respect of IT requirements;
- Maintain a comprehensive IS Security Environment
Geographical Distribution
- We are well positioned to ensure the delivery of all these services mainly because of our sheer presence countrywide. Our head office is situated in Pretoria and regional offices are operational in all 9 provinces.
Statement of Strategic Direction
Business Drivers
- What we deliver to the RSA Government is driven by:
- Business requirements of Government;
- an intimate knowledge of client’s business;
- cultural fit between SITA and Government;
- Government values;
- Government strategy and processes
Statement of Intent
- We are committed to demonstrate that SITA (Pty) Ltd is:
- the vehicle for Government IT in effective and efficient service delivery to the citizens;
- leveraging IT as a strategic resource for Government;
- fostering competitiveness within Industry through best procurement practices;
- establishing the RSA as a global information and communications technology player.
SITA Vision
- Our vision is to become a leading and respected public sector IT company in the world that:
- provides relevant products and services to the Government cost-effectively;
- is an employer of choice;
- is an advanced user of information technology;
- delivers value for money to the shareholder.
SITA’s values
- Our values are embedded in:
- Client orientation;
- Competency;
- Teamwork;
- Honesty;
- Fairness.
Mission Statement
- Our mission is to continuously:
- increase the speed of delivery of SITA’s products and services;
- improve the return on investment on Government IT expenditure;
- improve the quality of the products and service of SITA;
- improve the security environment within which SITA operates;
- innovate with respect to its products and services. And
- support the socio-economic policies of Government
Overview of Public Universities in South Africa
Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.
University of Pretoria
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
- Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.
University of Cape Town
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
- Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.
Stellenbosch University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
- Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.
University of the Witwatersrand
- Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
- Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.
University of Johannesburg
- Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
- Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.
University of the Free State
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.
University of Venda
- Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
- Application Period: Usually from May to September.
University of Fort Hare
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
- Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.
University of the Western Cape
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
- Application Period: Generally from May to September.
North-West University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
- Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.
Rhodes University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
- Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.
Nelson Mandela University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
- Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.
University of Limpopo
- Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
- Application Period: From April to September.
University of Zululand
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
- Application Period: Usually between April and November.
Central University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
- Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.
Vaal University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
- Application Period: Typically from May to September.
Walter Sisulu University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
- Application Period: From April to September.
This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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