DID ANNUAL REPORT 2023_24

Annual Report 2023-2024

The Expanded Public Works Programme covers the work of the following sub-programmes: Sub-programme Purpose Programme Support CBD Overall management and support of the branch including provision of back office

technical administration, provision of built sector knowledge management services, finance, built sector supply chain management and management of stores, telecommunications, as well as serving as the coordinating division of the branch. Programmes to bring about the development and empowerment of impoverished communities.

Community Development

Outcomes, Outputs, Output Indicators, Targets and Actual Achievements

EPWP is a broader government strategy aimed at alleviating poverty through reduction of unemployment. It provides temporary work to economically marginalised citizens and targets unskilled and semi-skilled individuals. The programme also targets the youth, women, and people with disabilities. The Department has created work opportunities during the year under review, which led to the contribution of the five-year target for both municipalities and departments for the sixth administration. With the EPWP phase IV closing by end of 2023/24 financial year, the National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has launched phase V which will take effect from the beginning of the 2024/25 financial year. The aim of the EPWP Phase V is to create work opportunities for the seventh administration.

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DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT