Click to edit Master subtitle style 6/1/12 The DAC and SARA Brief review and Way Forward for the Mzanzi Golden Economy Presented to: Portfolio Committee on Arts and Culture Presented by: South African Roadies Association (SARA) Date: 30th May 2012

6/1/12 Contents 1. Introduction 2. SARA in brief 3. DAC – SARA Relations Brief Review 4. DAC – SARA Funding Review 2004 – The Public Protector 6. The Portfolio Committee – Arts & Culture 7. Way Forward 8. Conclusion

6/1/12 1. Introduction This review is presented to the Portfolio Committee On Arts and Culture regarding not only the background to the challenges that have long challenged good relations between the South African Roadies Association to the Department of Arts and Culture, but also as to SARA’s views on a way forward. SARA has seen on a national basis, since its inception, more than 1,500 of its past and current members trained both here and abroad, and has achieved this through fiscal discipline, membership commitment, training standards, strong international relations and consistent high standards of governance. At the heart of SARA’S vision is a vibrant, equipped and skilled technical and production sector, recognized for its contribution to Mzanzi’s Golden Economy, for it’s job creating capacity, its attendance and involvement with the youth, their dreams, careers, lives and ambitions, its impact on knowledge, skills and standards, and the high standing with which SARA is held abroad. SARA has long been committed to good relations with DAC, not least because for the past 18 years SARA has been living proof of what the Mzanzi’s Golden Economy seeks to achieve in respect of skills, knowledge, equity and transformation is all about, and wished to see – and remains so, notwithstanding that this has been the most challenging and difficult of tasks. SARA and its mission have a critical support and on the ground role to play building Mzanzi’s Golden Economy, and its seeks the opportunity at the forefront The objective this review seeks is to unblock and unlock whatever issues have previously contributed to the challenges that have worked against the Mzanzi’s Golden Economy value proposition good relations between SARA and DAC truly represent.

6/1/12 2. SARA in brief Founded in 1992 A national NPO and Trust A training and membership organization Since inception black owned, black board, black management, black staff and black membership 17 years of audited AFS history SAQA accredited to train the “Live Event Technical Production” – NQF 4 In 2012: 5 x full time employees 10 part time trainers all time members 40% of graduate trainees creating jobs International programs and exchanges with Denmark, Ghana, Norway, UK, France, Germany, USA, Mexico, Australia, Holland and Ireland Premises 100% owned – SARA House – raised funds from the National Lotteries Board Training equipment owned – raised funds from international and local organizations

6/1/12 3. DAC – SARA Relations Brief Review Very difficult and strained over the past 18 years Constant personalizing of organizational and national issues SARA obliged to take drastic and forceful positions concerning DAC including picketing SARA’S refusal to be/play corruption has cost SARA heavily Always sought good relations and recognition SARA’s commitment to, and activities in respect of, transformation in the technical and production sectors has caused friction SARA has been disappointed and frequently let down by DAC, especially in respect of SARA House and funding promises SARA has been extremely frustrated and been the subject of bullying Very little real progress and an unnecessary degree of conflict and challenge

6/1/12 4. DAC – SARA Funding History Funding sought: R165,000 Funding Purpose: 16 x roundtrip air tickets to Atlanta for 16 SA youth – 10 x months on-the- job training Funding received: R Funding sought: R2,245,636,40 over 3 years Funding Purpose: Admin, Operations and Int’l exchange Funding received: R Funding sought: R2,419, Funding Purpose: Admin, Operations and Int’l projects Funding received: R400,000 Purpose: Int’l projects 2011 Funding sought: R2,774, Funding Purpose: Admin, Operations and Int’l projects Funding received: R850,000 Purpose: Int’l projects and admin contributions

6/1/12 5. The Public Protector/Portfolio Committee SARA has on had no option but to seek the intervention, in its relations with DAC, from the Protector In 2006 – Reason: No support for SARA and its unique youth empowerment programs – Outcome: DAC will meet with SARA and discuss a 3 years funding for SARA, and DAC will also liaise with other departments re renovation of SARA House In 2012 – Reason: to settle outstanding issues – Outcome: to start on a new slate and to settle, and DAC acknowledged that SARA’S work is in line with the strategic objectives of DAC and that the relationship shall be maintained SARA has been called twice to the Portfolio Committee on Arts & Culture, once in 2006 (with a further visit on the 30th May 2012) re Funding challenges The Public Protector Intervention

6/1/12 6. SARA House Situated at 55 Henry Nxumalo Street, Newtown, Johannesburg, Gauteng One story building, approx 1400 square meters with a basement SARA began occupational rent (to purchase) in 2003 and with funds raised from the National Lottery Board, SARA purchased the building in 2004 Purpose for purchase was to create training centre of excellence and cultural exchange for the technical and production sectors, especially for the youth, and to house training facilities and equipment dedicated in that regard By 2005 SARA House was in need of sufficient repair, to provide sufficient learning space and also to meet the health and safety requirements SARA House is in serious need of a major upgrade and overhaul SARA has since 2006 sought assistance and support from DAC, and promises have been made and not fulfilled Over the years SARA House has proved to be the only consistent training and exchange organization offering access to an industry riddled with barriers to entry SARA House is a one-of-a-kind throughout Africa

6/1/12 7. Way Forward The way forward is achieved by DAC’S support for SARA, in the context of Mzanzi’s Golden Economy and in the context of SARA being consistent deliverer’s, with vision and integrity, and a verifiable job creation track record and international recognition That DAC solves the following issues:- Funding for SARA’s administration and operation expenses and key international interactions for ( April 2012 – Mar 2013); Total Founding Sought from DAC: R2, 717, (VAT inclusive) Renovation of SARA building – follow through on commitments made in Spend can be anywhere from R50 million to R400 million depends on the scope DAC’s support and involvement in the Transformation Forum of the Event, Technical and Production Services Industry, that is currently facilitated by the Department of Trade and Industry. DAC’s support and involvement in the current engagement (process) between SARA and the Department of Higher Education and Training and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, regarding SARA’s local and international technical and production knowledge and skills development initiatives DAC’s support for on-the-job training and job creation for the youth through its funded events, including national events. SARA commits to push and deliver its role in respect of all applicable facets of contribution, especially the youth towards a successful and sustainable Mzanzi Golden Economy DAC leverages SARA capacity and standing in respect of all bilateral opportunities where skills exchanges and training development are concerned DAC leverages SARA’S substantial network of members, suppliers, members and relationships both in South Africa and abroad