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Q:When I want to procure from transversal contracts, do I have to go to gCommerce? Will the CSD use this information?
Even if you are not registered on CSD, you can go to gCommerce to search for your needs. Request to be a gCommerce user. Then you can look at the catalogues.
Regulation
Important notice: Please also 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/ .
This instruction also repealed SCM Instruction 4 of 2016/ , issued on 22 April 2016.
Q:How will the Auditor General’s needs be taken care of as per Practice Notes from 1 August?
The Auditor General is aware of the new requirements brought about by CSD implementation.
Q: How will new Instruction Notes be communicated?
On approval, the Instruction note will be circulated to all HOD’s and heads of supply chain. It will also be made available on the OCPO website.
Q: If suppliers only have an R number, do we disqualify them?
A supplier with an R number has not completed the supplier registration process and therefore is not a verified supplier and can’t be used. OoS should advise suppliers to go online and complete the registration process.
Q:Instruction Note says that a supplier has 7 days to register on the CSD to be paid for work done. This time is too short. Can NT look at extending this time?
The 7 days period is only applicable for suppliers that are used during an emergency procurement process.
It only takes about 30 minutes for a supplier to register on the CSD.
Q:Will the auditors understand and accept that departments will not be compliant during the period of CSD launch and Instruction note effective date?
The OCPO will ensure that the gap is addressed with the Auditor General. Legislation will also be aligned to support this.
Q:Our department is not on CSD yet because Treasury has not finalised theon-boarding, therefore we have already done exempt transactions.
All OoS have been loaded onto the CSD. If your organisation does not appear, please notify support@CSD.gov.za.
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.