The Standing Committee on Appropriations (the Committee) met with departmental officials and representatives of the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA). The departmental officials were as follows: Department of Basic Education: Mr S Soobrayan (DG); Mr E R Mofoko; Mrs N Molalekoa (CFO); Ms T Diale; Ms I C Assam; and Ms P Njobe. Development Bank of Southern Africa: Prof B Figaji (Chairperson - DBSA Board); Dr P Kibuuka; and Mr C W Ramphele. National Treasury: Mr Lindsey Martin. Eastern Cape Education Department: Mr E D Fray. Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury: Mr G L Q Kalimashe (HOD); and Ms F N Vokwana. Eastern Cape Legislature officials: Mr N N L Mkosi (Education researcher); and Mr N M Myataza (Finance researcher).