Public Works Minister Nkosinathi Nhleko has unveiled a holistic programme aimed at improving the efficiency of his department and making sure that initiatives implemented by government benefits local communities. Nhleko presented his strategy at a media briefing in Pretoria on Friday. The strategy comes after a lengthy process followed by the minister since taking over the department in April. He looked at which areas needed attention to achieve the objectives of "radical economic transformation". One issue to be addressed is to fill vacant board positions for the South African Council for the Architectural Profession‚ the Council for the Built Environment, and the Construction Industry Development Board. Other issues to be prioritised are auditing the scoping and procurement of all information technology; monitoring the implementation of the auditor-general’s recommendations; developing a communication and marketing strategy for the department; and improving the image of the depart...
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