. Building human resource capacity, especially the filling of 2741 vacancies (this number excludes the NPA). The DG mentioned that salaries are an important reason for difficulties in retaining staff. The NPA is likely to lose Senior Prosecutors to the Magistracy because of the recent increase in the Magistrates' salaries, although the Department hopes to curb this through the implementation of the Occupational Specific Dispensation. Although overall the vacancy rate in the Department is now about 12%, filling posts for magistrates, judges and prosecutors is a real problem. Filling these vacancies is vital for dealing with crime effectively. The DG noted that the Department has not yet met employment equity targets of at least 50% women at senior management level and 2% persons with disabilities. . Providing training to staff (50%). The DG mentioned that training must take place in such a way that there is minimal disruption to service delivery. . Strengthening the Department's financial management systems to ensure unqualified audits, full compliance with the prescripts of the supply chain management procedures and ensuring integrated reporting systems. The Department received a qualified audit in 2006/07 and 2007/08, but is attending to the problems that were raised. The DG noted the need to strengthen supply chain management procedures but that the problems experienced could be resolved largely by training. . The efficient management of Third Party Funds. This recurring problem, which has contributed to the Department receiving unfavourable audit opinions in previous years, is being rectified through the rollout of the Management of Monies in Trust Public-Private Partnership (MMT PP) (by 2010/11). . Performance management and reporting (annual and quarterly reports). Quarterly reports are now available. . Modernising the Department's IT systems. . Managing corporate risks and improving corporate compliance and accountability, including securing 127 justice service delivery points with integrated justice infrastructure. The DG highlighted that security at courts is a challenge that needs greater attention. However, efforts at improving security are hampered by a shortage of funds. . Promoting international co-operation and complying with international obligations with identified countries, including providing mutual assistance and extradition.