4.4.5 The Development programme focus on personal development of offenders through the provision of programmes and services aimed at developing skills and social development competencies, including technical training, recreation, sports, education and the operation of prison farms and production workshops. The R448 million allocation to this programme reflects a decrease of 4.76 % in real terms, accounting for only 3.4 % of the total budget. Over the MTEF period funds will go towards improving offender educational and skills levels.