Frequently asked questions on csd
Introduction
The SCM ICT team in the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO), visited national and provincial departments during April and May 2016 to find out which challenges they faced and to offer help. This team listed the frequently asked questions. The answers are below.
For practical reasons, we have grouped questions together in themes. Therefore, if you do not see your specific question here, please look for the answer to a similar question.
Please note that quite a number of the questions directed at the team are answered in various documents on the CSD website.
Procurement reform and modernisation is a highly dynamic process. This means that things do change regularly, as we are constantly working on improvements to the systems. We also take into account the helpful suggestions made by departments. Hopefully you will soon see a change that you asked for!
Important notice: Please read SCM Instruction 4A of 2016/ , Central Supplier Database,
issued on 25 May 2016, which takes effect from 1 July 2016. You can find it here: Instruction 4A of 2016/ .
Central Supplier Database (CSD) Support
Q:What support can I, as a SCM practitioner, get from the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO) and Supply Chain Management ICT?
Website: As a first stop, we strongly suggest that you look at the resources available on the website, at www.csd.gov.za and www.etender.gov.za.
User guide: The User Guide, as well as other useful documents, is available at http://ocpo.treasury.gov.za/Buyers_Area/Pages/Supplier-Management.aspx.Scroll down to the heading: “Documents” and look for the document that suits your needs.
Provincial Treasuries: Each Provincial Treasury also has a call centre to help you. You can get
their contact details here: https://secure.csd.gov.za/Feedback/FeedbackAdd. Go to this page and scroll down to the contacts. The Provincial Treasury contact details are also on the last page of this document. We recommend that you ask your provincial treasury for help before you call the National Treasury. The National Treasury call centre number is 012 406 9222.
The National Treasury walk-in centre is situated at 240 Madiba Street, Pretoria.
The resources indicated above are for all users. There is no specific allocation of CSD staff to deal with specific departments or organs of state. Please send business supportqueries to business.support@CSD.gov.za
The National Treasury provides training for users in organs of state. Please send training requests to pollet.seerane@treasury.gov.za.
For technical training, please contact Lani Coetzee: Lani.Coetzee@accenture.com.
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.