(a) The input supply programme of DAFF is implemented through the Ilima/Letsema conditional grants. The following is the response based on the verified 2016/17 Ilima/Letsema annual report.
- 214 952 beneficiaries were reported to have been supported with inputs to produce their own food in the 2016/17 financial year.
- In terms of gender, the table 1 below indicates that 47% were male and 53% female.
- Municipalities supported are reflected Annexure A attached.
(b) The criteria for support is as follows:
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- The applicant must be a South African citizen,
- The applicant must be from a historically disadvantaged group (black, Indian, coloured and Chinese as determined),
- The applicant must be 18 years or older,
- Must have proof of tenure,
- Must have access to services in particular water,
- Provide the status of farm governance system,
- Indicate managerial and technical skills.
Documents required to finalise the approval for support are the following:
- Identity document,
- Proof of residence,
- Proof of legal access to land,
- Extension officer’s report,
- Proof of access to water rights where applicable.
(c) The beneficiaries are determined by the approval committees at district level in provinces.