1. Overview of Legislative Framework
Analysis of the Status Quo and the Impact of Legislation on the Transition

2. Introduction The SAA has not commenced
Certain amendments are being considered
Commencement of Act also dependent on the finalisation of Regulations
We conducted a review to look at areas requiring amendment based on issues raised by National Treasury

3. Proposed Amendments to the SA Act
Amendments being considered relate to:
Matters affecting the transitional arrangement which should allow:
provinces to administer social assistance during the transition
for a transfer of the social assistance function from provinces in stages, should this be necessary
The establishment of a permanent appeal institution;
Reviewing definitions such as the one for “disability”, care dependency, “caregiver”, etc.
Inserting such sections of current legislation aligning the legislation to current policy considerations

4. Regulations
Draft Regulations were published for comment at the beginning of the year
Public hearings were held
Incorporation of certain public comments are being considered
Some issues which have come up during the public hearings relate to acceptance of alternative identification, social acceptable deductions, etc.

5. Regulations In respect of the Regulations the following is relevant
Drafting all supporting prescribed documents
S14(3)(b): letter on outcome of application
S15(1): standard terms for a pro forma power of
S29: delegation of authority by Minister & D-G
We are finalising recommendations on policy options
Consultations with National Treasury is a priority to asses potential fiscal and financial implications
We are looking at necessary regulations to operationalse the Inspectorate
In this regard the Minister has solicited assistance from the NIA and SAPS for the formation of the Inspectorate

6. The end Thank you