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Eastern Cape Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform

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Contact Details

Postal Private Bag X0040, Bhisho, 5606
Physical Dukumbana Building, Independence Avenue, Bhisho, 5605
Tel 043 602 5006/7
Web www.drdar.gov.za

Overview

The Eastern Cape Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform supports rural development and agricultural transformation through policy, programmes, and services aimed at strengthening livelihoods and productive land use. It typically works on farmer support, agrarian reform priorities, and rural development initiatives that improve infrastructure, access to resources, and economic participation. By focusing on inclusive rural growth, the department contributes to food security, rural employment, and stronger rural economies.

Reporting Entities

  • Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA)

Tenders/Vacancies/Jobs

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  • Vacancies/Jobs

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Office Bearers/Management

Eastern Cape Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform
MEC:
Ms Nonceba Kontsiwe (ANC)
Eastern Cape Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform
Head of Department:
Mr Bongikhaya Dayimani

GovNet records the current office bearers and management structure for quick reference.

GovNet records the current office bearers and management structure for quick reference.

Chief of Staff:
Ms Mandisa Nohashe
CFO:
Ms Sibongile Mzantsi (DDG: Administration)
COO:
Ms Patience Tamba (Acting)
Deputy Directors General:
Mr Mthozami Goqwana (Acting: Agriculture Development)
Chief Directors:
Ms Nokubonga Mabele (Corporate Services)
Mr Mfundo Macanda (Acting: Farmer Support and Development)
Mr Vuyiseka Majola (Entrepreneur Development)
Dr Mfundo Maqubela (Acting: Research and Technology Development)
Dr Cebisa Mnqeta (Veterinary Services)
Nomakhaya Moiloa (Human and Institutional Capacitation)
Mr Mvusiwekhaya Sicwetsha (Communications, Customer Care and Total Quality Assurance)
Ms Xoliswa Skondo (Acting: Strategy Development and Management)
Ms Patience Tamba (Rural Development)
Directors:
Ms N Bongco (Amathole)
Dr M Dlova (Chris Hani)
Mr Z Madyibi (OR Tambo)
Mr B Nodola (Alfred Nzo)
Mr Thembani Nyokana (Sarah Baartman)
Mr Mthobeli Sonjica (Joe Gqabi)
Senior Management:
n/a
Communications Officers:
Ms Y Matsheketwa (Director: Communication and Customer Care Services)
Mr Masiza Mazizi (Media Liaison Officer)
Mr LL Ngada

Financial Information

All Financial Values: R'000 2024/25 2023/24 2022/23 2021/22 2020/21
AUDIT OUTCOME Clean Audit Clean Audit Clean Audit Clean Audit Financially Unqualified
APPROPRIATION STATEMENT
Total Final Appropriation 2 451 774 2 336 241 2 364 041 2 257 021 2 259 719
Actual Expenditure 2 447 046 2 335 084 2 319 083 2 254 896 2 244 483
Employee Compensation 1 411 827 1 384 015 1 300 892 1 249 443 1 234 327
Goods and Services 522 332 448 648 535 035 479 407 439 777
Capital Assets 188 640 173 063 174 132 195 026 222 847
UIFW EXPENDITURE
Unauthorised Expenditure - - - - -
Irregular Expenditure - - - - -
Fruitless & Wasteful Expenditure 32 244 31 16 1 436
HUMAN RESOURCES
Posts Approved 2 436 2 468 2 714 2 617 2 793
Posts Filled 2 375 2 427 2 474 2 464 2 530
SOURCE Annual Report Annual Report Annual Report Annual Report Annual Report

Annual Reports

  • Annual Report 2024/25
  • Annual Report 2023/24
  • Annual Report 2022/23
  • Annual Report 2021/22
  • Annual Report 2020/21

Resources

Official website