(1) The process to finalise the appointment of the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda) was delayed by the consideration of change management and transition within and between the department and Seda. The department was of the view that the transition processes needed to be finalised before a new CEO was appointed. Moreover, the sudden departure of the Acting CEO back to the Department of Trade and Industry necessitated that the environment be stabilised within Seda before appointing a new CEO.
(2) Yes, Ms Mandisa Tshikwatamba was the best candidate for the position as per the recommendation of the selection panel which I fully supported and subsequently endorsed her appointment as the Chief Executive Officer of Seda.