1. The process of merging, closing and rationalisation of small and unviable schools, led to major delays, which delayed the allocation of projects to implementing agents and contractors, which in effect led to lower spending. Non-performing contractors and Implementing Agents (IAs) also had a negative effect on performance and expenditure. The process of terminating and replacing contractors and IAs is lengthy and as such, the projects that are stopped do not generate any expenditure during that process. The process of replacing the service providers has been concluded. Finally, in some parts of the country, inclement weather severely affected work at sites.
2. The Western Cape was allocated R 274 804 000 in 2015-16 financial year. Expenditure for the 2015-16 financial year was R 329 098 000.