. Slow spending by municipalities on the capital projects funded by the Neighbourhood Development Partnership Grant (NDPG). . Slow spending on IDIP was because of delays in the drafting of contracts, provinces generally not meeting the minimum criteria and a limited number of adequately qualified consultants to provide technical assistance. . Delays in procurement have resulted in slower spending on transversal systems, including the Integrated Financial Management System. . Unfilled positions, particularly in the Accountant General's Office, due to difficulties in attracting suitably qualified persons, as well as decreased operational expenses emanating from the implementation of cost containment measures.