The Red Tape Reduction initiative comprises officials from the Presidency working with officials from the Department of Small Business Development and the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, under the direction of Mr Sipho Nkosi. We are finalising securing of dedicated resources to bolster this capability.
This work builds on existing government efforts to reduce red tape and improve the business environment.
Engagements have been held with stakeholders to identify a range of impediments on which to focus.
So far, over 100 impediments and obstacles have been identified. A shortlisting process has identified issues where it is possible to make progress in a relatively short time.
For example, work is currently underway to assist with: