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AFRICA INSTITUTE OF SOUTH AFRICA
AISA Strategic and Annual Performance Plan2013-2014
Presentation by: Dr Hlatshwayo (Chairperson of Council)
Prof. Lukhele-Olorunju (Interim CEO) Mrs. Maritz (CFO)
17 April 2013
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Table of ContentsSlide 4 Mission and VisionSlide 5 About AISASlide 6 AISA’s MandateSlide 7 AISA’s ObjectivesSlide 8 AISA’s Aspiration and PromiseSlide 9 AISA’s Strategic ObjectivesSlide 10 Divisions within AISASlide 11 Documents and AgendasSlide 12 SWOT AnalysisSlide 13 Proposed Solutions to
ChallengesSlide 14 Focus of Research AgendaSlide 15 Broad Thematic PrioritiesSlide 16 Key Business Drivers Slide 17 Research AgendaSlide 18 Implementation Strategy
Slide 19 T1: Projected Outputs…Slide 20 T1: Projected Outputs
Slide 21 Summary of Outputs 2012/13Slide 22 T2: Governance and SecuritySlide 23 T3: Governance and SecuritySlide 24 T4:Sustainable DevelopmentSlide 25 T5: Science and Technology
Slide 26 Flagship Publications: State of AfricaSlide 27 Flagship Publications: Africa at a
GlanceSlide 28 Flagship Publications – Africa A-ZSlide 29 AISA Young Graduates & Scholars:
AYGSSlide 30 Africa ExpoSlide 31 Scramble for Africa SymposiumSlide 32 Archie Mafeje Memorial LectureSlide 33 Influence of AISA ResearchSlide 34 Influence of AISA ResearchSlide 35 Book ProjectsSlide 36 AISA PartnersSlide 37 Partnerships
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Table of ContentsSlide 38 GIS Geo-PortalSlide 39 CartographySlide 40 Library and Documentation
ServicesSlide 41 Photo – LibrarySlide 42 Photo – LibrarySlide 43 Photo - librarySlide 44 Financial InformationSlide 45 Resource AllocationsSlide 46 Expenditure BudgetSlide 47 Expenditure BudgetSlide 48 Expenditure TrendsSlide 49 Expenditure TrendsSlide 50 Expenditure Trends
Slide 51 Cost Savings and Initiatives
Slide 52 Cost Savings and InitiativesSlide 53 The Way Forward 2013/14Slide 54 Thank you
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AFRICA INSTITUTE OF SOUTH AFRICA
Mission
To produce relevant research products aimed at informing sustainable political and socio-economic development in
Africa.
Vision
An indispensable African voice on African affairs
Development through Knowledge
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About AISA
The Africa Institute of South Africa is a Science Council
governed by the AISA Act (Act 68 of 2001) and
mandated to produce knowledge aimed at informing
sustainable political and socio-economic development
in Africa. AISA’s vision is to be ‘An indispensible African
voice on African Affairs’ and our 2011-2015 Research
Agenda is “Seeking solutions for Africa’s
developmental challenges”. The institute is currently
ranked 5th think-tank in Sub Saharan Africa in the 2012
GLOBAL “GO-TO THINK TANKS” rankings of the Leading
Public Policy Research Organisations in the World.
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AISA’s Mandate
AISA’s mandate is derived from the AISA Act 68 of 2001, which establishes it as a statutory body aimed to:
Provide research and policy development support in its pursuit of programmes that contribute to the development of the African continent,
Conduct research and embark on training programmes that foster continental patriotism and that promote increased awareness and understanding of the African continent among the peoples of South Africa and across the globe and
Establish and participate in and maintain networks in Africa and globally which will contribute to the peace, development and prosperity of the continent.
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The AISA Act No. 68 of 2001 states that AISA shall pursue the following objectives:
Promote knowledge and understanding of African affairs through leading social scientists acting in concert and across various disciplines and through training and education on African affairs,
Collect, process and disseminate information on African Affairs, give effective advice and facilitate appropriate action in relation to the collective needs, opportunities and challenges of the continent and
Promote awareness and consciousness of Africa at grassroots level.
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AISA’s Objectives
AISA’s Corporate Values are embedded in the acronym PRIDE, which elaborates as:
Participation Responsibility Integrity Development Excellence
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AISA’s Aspiration and Promise
AISA’s Strategic Objectives
Produce and encourage knowledge production and dissemination on African affairs.
Increase the reservoir and quality of researchers.
Build the AISA image and increase our visibility.
Develop a performance led culture within AISA.
Improve the control and governance environment and compliance to
legislation.
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Divisions within AISA
Research: organised in 3 Programmes;i. Sustainable Developmentii. Governance and Securityiii. Science and Technology Support Sub-Units GIS Cartography Outreach and International Liaison Publications Library and Documentation Services (LDS) Corporate Affairs Human Resources Finance, Administration and IT
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Documents and Agendas influencing the formulation of Strategic and Annual Performance Plans
AISA Act No. 68 of 2001National Research and Development StrategyDST’s 10 Year Innovation PlanDST Human and Social DynamicsPFMATreasury RegulationsLabour LegislationGood Corporate Governance StandardsObjectives of the AUMillennium Development GoalsGrowth of the South-South RelationsGlobal interest in AfricaNational Government PrioritiesNational Development Plan
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SWOT AnalysisStrengths Opportunities
In existence for over 50 years Extensive library collection Recognised brand among
academia, government officials and general public
Accredited peer reviewed journal Improved stakeholder relations Professional networks of African
expertise Redefined strategic vision Adaptable to change Improved internal control
environment Improved alignment of outputs
and business objectives as well as compliance with legislation and good business practices
Income generation, become more self sustaining
Infrastructure development Implementation of a shared vision
and culture Market the scope of mandate,
outputs and products more extensively
Staff development Increased research collaborations Increasing goodwill from
stakeholders Increasing international interest
in Africa
Weaknesses Threats Lack of effective visibility Insufficient IT and asset
infrastructure Limited capacity to manage
extensive stakeholder relations High dependence on
Parliamentary Grant
Increasing number of actors and competitors in the African research arena
Possible loss of independence: threats of incorporation
Inadequate focus through trying to do too much
Challenges of retaining high calibre staff
Increase in demand for upgraded IT infrastructure and technological enhancements
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Proposed Solutions to AISA Challenges
Delineate AISA’s niche as dictated by its legislative mandate and location within the DST.
Implement recommendations cited in the 2010 Institutional Review relating to improving research capacity, funding from government, cooperation with like-minded institutions and good management.
Develop a clear communication and marketing strategy that will ensure that AISA’s products and services are visible and attractive to all its stakeholders and widely accessible to policy-makers and decision-makers.
Identify and partner with other similar research and governmental organisations in order to have a better impact.
Source for financial support to augment Parliamentary Grant.
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Focus of Research Agenda
Seeking solutions for African challenges and sustainable development through the lens of government and DST priorities,
Adding value and contributing towards policy formulation and decision-making locally and regionally to assist African governments in meeting their objectives and,
Placing South Africa firmly on the continent, focusing on integration in terms of problem-solving and working on finding common solutions to common problems as espoused in government’s desire for a better Africa and a better world.
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Broad Thematic Priorities
Broad thematic priorities that address challenges common to all Africa states include:
Africa’s development state: improvement of public services, health care and access to quality education,
Cohesive and sustainable communities void of conflict, crime and corruption and
Sustainable resource management and use, rural development, food security and land reform.
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Key Business Drivers of Thematic Priorities
The South African government priorities (2009-2015):EducationEmployment CreationHealthRural DevelopmentSafety and Security
The vision of the African Union:“The actualisation of human dignity,development and prosperity for the entire African
people,an integrated prosperous and peaceful Africa,a dynamic force in the international arena.”
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Research Agenda
“Seeking solutions for Africa’s developmental challenges”.Our focus over the next 12 months will include a vigorous
approach to ensure visible deliverables of our Research Agenda:
The rise of insurgency in AfricaInequality and the quality of growth in Developing CountriesThe AU interventions in conflict statesPost 2015 Millennium Development goals for the continentThe AU efforts at growing Inter-African TradeSouth Africa and BRICSRenewable Energy and Climate Change
AISA will continuously scan the African and global environments to ensure that studies of contemporary issues are conducted and immediate policy advice provided to the relevant institutions.
Knowledge on African affairs will also be made available to the general public to generate a greater interest about Africa in the country.
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Implementation Strategy for Research Agenda
AISA will identify relevant research projects every year through a consultative process among AISA researchers.
Define clear objectives and scope of research projects within the ambit of the research agenda and the niche that each project addresses.
Perform annual reviews of research programmes.
Perform an impact analysis to measure AISA’s work in relation to the adopted agenda after each five-year cycle of research.
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No. Rank Activity Expected Output as per Strategic Plan
Output 2012 2013x 2014 2015 2016
14 Researchers Fieldwork 20 Journal Articles (JA) and 14Policy Briefs(PB)
13 JA and 23Policy briefs
34 35 35 36
4 Fellows Write books and organize Book Launches
24 Book chapters per year
48 24 24 24 24
14 Researchers International
conferences
14 conference reports and proceedings where
applicable
8 8 13 14 14
14 Researchers National conferences/seminars
14 conference/seminar Reports
8 13 14 14 14
6 Internships Write Policy Briefs/Journal Articles,
attend conferences/workshops/
seminars
Average 2 publications 20 12 12 12 12
11 All Researchers
Knowledge production activities:
Campus Lecture Series
Archie Mafeje Memorial Lecture
Special seminars
1 Seminar from field/researcher
+1Seminar for Campus Lecture Series
+ Archie Mafeje Publications
13 13 14 14 14
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1
13
1
14
1
14
1
14
1
4 Quarterly Reports
127 Media Appearances/
visibility
4 Quarterly Reports
120 Media Appearances /
visibility
4 Quarterly Reports
120 Media Appearances /
visibility
4 Quarterly Reports
120 Media Appearances /
visibility
4 Quarterly Reports
120 Media Appearances /
visibility
Table 1 : Projected Outputs
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No. Rank Activity Expected Output as per Strategic Plan
Output 2012 2013x 2014 2015 2016
All AYGS Participation 20 14 14 14 14
All Networking Participation Reports Reports Reports Reports Reports
2 Administrators Divisional administration
2 2 2 2 2
Publications Publish Books 10 10 10 10 10 10
Publications Publish Africa Insight journal and maintain
its accreditation
4 Issues 4 4 4 4 4
Publications Publish Occasional Papers
4 0 4 4 4 4
Publications Publish monographs 4 4 2 3 3 3
Publications Policy briefs 10 from Publications Div and 32 for entire
organization
11 10 14 14 14
Publications Lecture series 2 2 1 1 1 1
Publications Conference proceedings
2 1 2 2 2 2
Table 1 : Projected Outputs
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Summary of 2012/2013 Research Outputs To Date
Publications Output 2012/2013
Submitted Target Shortfall
Monographs / Occasional / Technical Papers
6 10 4 Occasional papers
Journal articles 13 6 20 1 if all submitted are published.
Policy briefs 43 24 +19
Books / Book chaptersCommissioned chapters
32 in print and 16 published
40 24 +24
Edited Proceedings 1 1 none
Media Interviews 127 120 +7
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Table 2 : Programme Implementation Plan: Governance and Security
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Table 3: Governance and Security
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Table 4: Sustainable Development and Knowledge Transfer
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Table 5: Science and Technology for Human Development
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Flagship Publications
The State of Africa 2012/13: The Triumph and Prosperity of Education in Africa
Edited by Tuntufye Mamwenda and Phindile Lukhele-Olorunju, 2013
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Flagship Publications
Africa at a glanceFacts and FiguresCompiled by Elize van As, 2012
The 15th edition of Africa at a Glance, serves as a reminder of the many positive achievements which need to be appreciated. This compilation has been issued since 1968. It has been prepared to fulfill the need for an up-to-date and concise compendium of published but not readily accessible data on the countries of Africa.
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Flagship Publications
Africa A-Z: Continental and Country Profiles
Edited 1998 by Pieter EsterhuysenUpdated by Sabelo Gatsheni-Ndlovu 2012Cartographer: Elize Van As
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AISA Young Graduates & Scholars (AYGS)The AISA Young Graduates and Scholars (AYGS) Programme is a research capacity building project. The programme was conceived in 2005 with the aim of building a body of knowledge and to project the African ‘voice’ through various discourses relating to the continent. It further intends to span the existing gap of expertise in knowledge production on African affairs by developing a society of knowledge producers amongst the youth.AYGS 2012/2013 theme: “2050 – Africa’s future on the horizon: Prospects and Challenges for Development”. Date:19-21 March at University of North West (38 papers to be presented).
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Africa Expo The Inaugural Africa Expo hosted by AISA with Partners every 25 May (Africa Day): there was a bright light shining as Africans came together to foster new networks; trade, tourism and investment opportunities with each other. Africa was placed at the forefront of discussion as there were a number of distinguished guests in attendance from the academic and business communities and diplomatic missions in Tshwane including three local high schools. 2013 Preparations advanced: in partnership with TUT, DIRCO, TMALI, NRF, DAC, Ditsong National Museum, StatsSA and CBAAC.
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The Scramble for Africa Conference
Africa Institute of South Africa and its partners hosts an international Conference on Africa annually. The Scramble for Africa/Race for Africa has been the main theme for 2 years. The 2013 Theme: Fifty years after the founding of the AU: Africa must unite or perish. Preparations are advanced for the May Conference.(50 Papers to be presented)
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Archie Mafeje Memorial Lecture
The annual Archie Mafeje Memorial Lecture is a significant event in AISA’s diary.
Professor Archibald Monwabisi Mafeje was known as a quintessential African intellectual activist for his sustained and leading role in promoting the structural, social and economic transformation of the African continent.
Apart from paying homage to Professor Mafeje, AISA also explores his research efforts and outputs to inspire like-mindedness, especially in emerging African scholars and policy-makers. To be held on 27 March 2013 in partnership with AMRI.
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Influence of AISA Research Policy Briefs: that provide an overview of socio
political environment in Africa and South Africa. Topical issues and research outcomes mostly addressed.
Interactions with Policy Makers: These include the Presidency, DIRCO, DST, DoD, DTI, DBE, DoHET, DoHA, Diplomats.
Media appearances: so as to provide expert opinions on topical issues.
Hosting and attending conferences, seminars and other events to disseminate information on our research.
Capacity building :mainly in academic institutions and mentoring interns
Book launches like the South Africa’s review of foreign policy, which has been recently published by AISA.
Electronic publishing which reaches a global audience: through AISA website, Polity, Pambazuka, BRICS Policy Centre (BPC) and Africa growth.
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Influence of AISA Research
Research projects in partnership with other institutions –NSI, DTI, BRICS Policy Centre Brazil
AISA Geoportal: to provide early warning indicators and information.
Seminars and Campus Lectures presented by researchers on return from fieldwork.
Seminars presented by external scholars within AISA premises e.g. Prof Vladimir Shubin, Dr Randall Robinson, Prof Samba Buri Mboup, Dr Adewale Aderemi, Mr Rahamtalla Mohamed Osman, Raashied Galant.
Ambassadorial Forums in Partnership with City of Tshwane):
Fellowships: Book projects MoU’s with RSA Universities, Russian Academy of
Science, China, Rutgers, BRICS and Gulf Research Centre.
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Book Projects State of Africa :The Triumphs and Prosperity of Education in
Africa by Prof Mamwenda and Lukhele-Olorunju –in print
Seeking empowering paradigms: exploring indigenous peoples and minority rights in Africa by Mr Korir and Dr Laher –in production
Laying the BRICS of new global order by Mr Kornegay and Prof Bohler Muller in print
Peace from Below: An examination of community-based peace building and transitions in Africa by Drs DeLuca and Maphosa – in production
Challenging issues facing the school system of South Africa by Prof Legotlo –in production
Renegotiating the social contract in Africa by Dr Osha in production
Multi-faceted Perspectives on Climate Change in Africa by Shingi Mutanga , Nedson Pophiwa & Dr Thokozani Simelane –in print
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AISA Partners
The Institute participates actively in partnership events. We work closely with the following partners:
Universities of Limpopo, Venda, North West , UniZulu and Fort Hare, DOD, SANDF, TUT, UJ, UP - on the Campus Lecture Series
TUT, DIRCO, TMALI, Ditsong Museum, StatsSA, DAC, NRF -on the Africa Day Celebrations and Scramble for Africa Conference;
UNISA and other Universities on Archie Mafeje Memorial Lecture
DIRCO, UNW, UNIVEN, UJ, Wits, UL, other African universities , Guggenheim Foundation -on AISA Young Graduates and Scholars conference.
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Partnerships
DST, DEA, IGD, UNISA, DIRCO and Erasmus Mundus on COP 17
North-South Institute (Canada) on Fellowship and Research projects
MRGG project with DIRCO/PRAU, IGD, SAIIA, and GIZ
CIRD and other Think Tanks for collaboration on BRICS
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This division provides spatial information and analysis of socio-economic issues. The GIS supports forecasting, risk analysis and business intelligence on African countries and regions. The Unit developed a fundamental geo-spatial database for Africa. The database is the backbone of AISA’s Geo portal which was launched on 13 October 2010, as AISA commemorated its 50th Anniversary. The current Geo-portal www.aigeoportal.org.za is the AISA platform for sharing data online. This portal is undergoing further development to allow flexibility and regular updating of information. Increased database, collaboration with DIRCO, Dept Human settlement and DTI.Latest project – African Administrative borders.
GIS: Geo-Portal
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CartographyAISA has an in-house cartographer to create maps according to requested specifications. Cartography conducts research which is compiled into an original spatial map for AISA’s various publications and external clients. Africa Fast Facts and the Africa in Focus posters were developed by this division. The posters are distributed to schools to enhance awareness of the continent. The division hosts a collection of wall maps consisting of topo-cadastral maps, topographical maps, maps showing indigenous groups, mineral maps, soil maps and maps showing power lines and parks and game reserves amongst others. >20 maps created, capturing maps on WIZCAT & updating of Flagship projects.
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Library and Documentation Services (LDS) Knowledge Creation, Dissemination and Preservation
Digitisation Project
Schools Outreach – being re-evaluated
Networking and Capacity Building – conferences,
seminars, workshops attended
Expanding the LDS Holdings
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Mr Modise,AISA librarian interacting with learners in PE, Eastern Cape
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Mr Mokgohloa, AISA Information Monitor presenting to learners in PE
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Mr Modise posing questions to learners on Africa related issues
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Financial Information
AISA’s main source of income derives from the grant allocation through the Department of Science and Technology. It currently comprises of 89% of total revenue for the 2013/14 and 2014/15 financial years.
Other income is generated through sales of books, maps, special project income, partnerships, membership and royalty fees, as well as interest received.
The chart below sets out the distribution of revenue amongst the set objectives of AISA.
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Expenditure Budget 2012/13 - 2017 Objectives and other expenditure items
Projected Expenditure2012/13
Original
2013/14
Adjuste
d
2014/15
Adjusted
2015/16
Adjusted
2016/17 New
2017/18New
R R R R R RPROGRAMME 1 Produce high level and quality research outputs.
5,697,013 5,625,124
6,023,12
4
6,100,856
6,605,984
6,712,783
PROGRAMME 2 Increase the reservoir and quality of researchers and implement capacity building programmes.
1,728,250 1,879,357
1,949,22
0
2,021,166
2,122,224
2,228,335
PROGRAMME 3 Repositioning AISA in terms of visibility and build the AISA image.
1,115,857 1,163,397
1,205,787
1,250,838
1,371,410
1,440,181
PROGRAMME 4 Develop a performance led culture within AISA.
1,098,555 969,306 1,014,340
1,055,304
1,108,069
1,163,473
PROGRAMME 5 Improve the control and governance environment and compliance with legislation.
1,369,206 995,898 1,032,765
1,092,965
1,147,613
1,204,994
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Expenditure Budget 2012/13 - 2017
Objectives and other expenditure items
Projected Expenditure2012/13
Original
2013/14
Adjusted
2014/15
Adjusted
2015/16
Adjusted
2016/17 New
2017/18New
R R R R R REmployee Related Costs (Excluding interns & Performance Incentives)
20,206,459
21,406,398
22,131,398
23,133,485 24,290,159 25,504,667
Running Expenditure
5,463,288
6,532,242 7,185,466 5,331,175 5,272,066 5,758,968
Administrative Expenditure
1,149,372
1,244,278 1,404,900 1,631,666 1,780,803 1,869,843
Total Expenditure 37,828,000
39,437,000
42,672,000
41,617,455
43,698,328
45,883,244
Total Income 37,828,000
39,437,000
42,672,000
41,617,455
43,698,328
45,883,244
Surplus/(Deficit) - - - - - -
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Expenditure TrendsExpenditure is projected to increase with 4,1% from the prior year. Employee related cost will comprise of 54% (2012/13 : 55%) of the total expenditure. An average growth in salary expenditure is estimated at 5.6% in line with the MTEF allocation for the 2013/14 financial year.
The remaining 46% (2011/12: 47%) will be distributed between operating (Programmes 1-5) , running and administrative expenditure. The average growth in expenditure over the 5 year period is estimated at 2,8%. Research and core related expenditure will contribute to 14.3% (2011/12 :10.4%) of the overall expenditure budget.
Research expenditure increased with 3.3% year-on-year. The operating lease expenditure annually increase with 10% and comprise of 7% of the total running expenditure.
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Expenditure TrendsAISA endeavoured to limit employee related costs to an average of 54% over the MTEF period. Increases in employee related costs were based on MTEF budget guidelines to reflect the indicatives of an average of 5,5% over the next three year medium term budget cycle. Expenditure increases were limited to an average of 5.2%, over the next three year medium term expenditure period with reprioritization decreases of 1%, 2% and 3% respectively. The increase will accommodate expenditure items such as audit fees, depreciation, lease payments, water, electricity, rates and taxes. The aforementioned expenditure exceeds the average projected inflation and growth indicatives. AISA reprioritized its current expenditure, leveraging costs and partnering with like-minded institutions on projects that would render future potential benefits to assist us in delivering on our mandate.
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Expenditure Trends
Research outputs might also be impacted as a result of incorporation and the fact that AISA currently only has one Director in the Research Division.
The budget requirements for the identified critical needs were addressed through the submission of infrastructure bid requests to the DST. They evaluated the pre-proposals and indicated that the infrastructure needs will be addressed through the submission of Section 53-3.
The budget required for the projects amounted R2,234 million.
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Cost Saving InitiativesSustained efforts were implemented to: Reduce the average employee related cost in relation to operational expenditure; Result: (Employee related cost decreased from 60% to 53% over a 4 year period)
Efforts to strengthen budget systems and monitor utilisation of expenditure more effectively; Result: (Accumulated surplus funds reduced from R14,825 million to R6,693 over a 4 year period)
Increase research budget through prioritisation of research projects in relation to overall budget; Result: (Increase from 7% to 10% over a 4 year period)
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Cost Saving Initiatives Increase revenue base through alternative funding other than government grant (excluding interest); Result: (Increase from 2% to 8% over a 4 year period). AISA incurred cost for consultants with regards to legal assistance as AISA is lacking expertise, especially in the fields of labour and contracts. The expenditure for the professional fees is estimated at R47,000 for the 2013/14 financial year. The average cost expensed over the past four years amounted to R179,000.
AISA had 8 vacant positions as at 30 September 2012. Three of the six vacant positions in the Research Division were filled by December 2012.
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The Way Forward for 2013/14 The Research Division and Support Services will continue to work towards achieving the objectives as outlined in the Research Agenda 2011-2015, but will make changes to suit changing contexts. Research Division will be informed and guided by the new Research Policy and Guidelines as approved by Council in January 2012. Internal and external peer review will be undertaken to ensure quality via the RPC and Editorial Board. Output targets have been re-evaluated to be realistic and lack of progress on certain programmes committed to in the Research Agenda continue to be addressed.
The Fellowships and Book Projects are aligned and contracts reflect realistic work plans and SMART goals.
Research is conducted within an ethical framework.
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THANK YOU
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