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Q:Integration of existing procurement systems and the CSD are causing OoS not to make payments.
ICT Service providers should be requested to ensure integration as soon as possible. The online CSD interface should be used to verify supplier information prior to awarding any business to suppliers.
Q:Importing of supplier records into existing procurement systems – will this data be uploaded regularly?
There are three ways of using the CSD:
1.Real time data transfer: Accessing the CSD real time via web services to verify supplier information.
2.Batch periodic data file upload: Updates of new suppliers as well as status changes of existing supplier records are available for downloading daily. ICT service providers should ensure that the supplier records are updated on the existing systems daily.
3.Manual capturing of data extracted from CSD to other systems: Supplier records can be obtained from the CSD online search functionality and provided to all OoS at any time from any web browser. Supplier information can then be captured manually on the existing system and the supplier record attached as proof of compliance.
Q: We have an agreement with the CIPC system. Must we continue with that contract?
All existing contracts should be honoured. Where possible, integration should be established. If suppliers provide the same services that the CSD provides, these services should not be renewed.
Q:If we pay a supplier with petty cash, must the supplier be registered on the CSD? Please refer to Instruction Note 4A, issued 25 May 2016, point 3.3: Transactions concluded through petty cash, sundry payments and foreign suppliers with no local registered entity may be concluded even if the supplier is not registered on the CSD.
Q:How would we manage our own supply chain processes in the department if a user is only using one supplier?
The department must manage this.
Q: How do we deal with emergencies in the event that the system is down?
According to SCM Instruction 4 of 2016, departments may issue contracts in the event of emergencies. Suppliers issued such contracts are given 7 days after date of contract issue to register on CSD.
Q:When is the department of Government printers gettingon-board? They are on board already.
Q:Currently we have awarded a contract. Must we disqualify the supplier if we did not put in special conditions that suppliers must be registered on CSD?
No, do not disqualify suppliers. Rather inform suppliers to register on CSD in order to be compliant when making payments.
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.