Minister to Appoint Advisory Committee on Curriculum Development

Public Service and Administration Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi announced plans to appoint a Ministerial Advisory Committee focused on curriculum development and quality assurance during his Budget Vote Speech on Wednesday.

Delivering the 2025/26 budget vote speech at the Good Hope Chambers in Cape Town, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi emphasized the importance of the National School of Government (NSG) in enhancing state capacity.

“The NSG has been instrumental in building state capacity,” he stated. “It will partner with businesses, industries, and civil society to further enrich its curriculum and impact. I will appoint a Ministerial Advisory Committee dedicated to curriculum development and quality assurance.”

The Minister said, the NSG is at the forefront of government efforts to professionalise and create a capable public service, in line with the National Development Plan (NDP). He noted that the NSG is poised to deepen its impact through strategic initiatives that align with evolving demands.

“Key priorities include implementing the National Framework for Professionalisation by extending programs like Nyukela and developing new qualifications and Professional Learning Programmes (PLPs) for our public servants.

“We are committed to ensuring that compulsory education for public servants equips them with critical competencies for their roles,” he said.

In accordance with the President’s directive, the NSG will also emphasize digital capabilities and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills to prepare the public service for the digital age.

“The budget we present today is not just a financial document, but a roadmap for transformative change.

“Through our collective efforts, we are dedicated to building a capable, ethical, and developmental public service that works for all,” he added.

The Minister tabled a joint budget of R564.720 million allocated to both the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) and the Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI) for the upcoming financial year.

The National School of Government (NSG) will operate with a budget of R228.6 million, while the Public Service Commission (PSC) is allocated R302 million.