National Public Transport Regulator (NPTR) The National Public Transport Regulator is a regulatory entity established in terms of Section 20 of the National Land Transport Act, 05 of 2009. It’s functions are to monitor and oversee public transport in the country; receive and decide on applications relating to inter-provincial operating licenses, accreditation of tourist transport services and any other service designated by the Minister; oversee fares charged for public transport services throughout the country and advice the Minister on the making of regulations in relation to fares or fare structures. http://www.transport.gov.za/web/department-of-transport/national- public-transport-regulator-nptr-

Department of Transport (DOT) The Department of Transport is responsible for regulation of Transportation in South Africa, that is, public transport, rail transportation, civil aviation, shipping, freight and motor vehicles. "Transport, the Heartbeat of Economic Growth and Social Development!" www.transport.gov.za

Transport Education Training Authority TETA is tasked with the responsibility of education, training and skills development in the Transport Sector. Taking cognisance of the pivotal role transport plays in the economic and social development of the country as a whole and the changes that are happening globally, TETA has consciously set itself up to be at the forefront of innovation in training and human capital development. www.teta.org.za

Cross-Border Road Transport Agency C-BRTA provides dedicated service to cross-border road transport operators, in the form of market access regulation, issuing cross-border permits as well as providing necessary support to the rapidly growing small and medium cross-border road transport businesses. www.cbrta.co.za

South African Revenue Service The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the nation’s tax collecting authority. Established in terms of the South African Revenue Service Act 34 of 1997 as an autonomous agency, we are responsible for administering the South African tax system and customs service. www.sars.gov.za

Department of Labour The Department of Labour publishes legislation that regulates labour practices and activities. www.labour.gov.za

National Treasury The National Treasury is responsible for managing South Africa's national government finances. Supporting efficient and sustainable public financial management is fundamental to the promotion of economic development, good governance, social progress and a rising standard of living for all South Africans. The Constitution of the Republic (Chapter 13) mandates the National Treasury to ensure transparency, accountability and sound financial controls in the management of public finances. www.treasury.gov.za

Department of Basic Education The Department of Basic Education was formed when the former National Department of Education was split into two: Department of Basic Education and the Department of Higher Education and Training. The DBE deals with all schools from Grade R to Grade 12, including adult literacy programmes. The aim of the DBE is to develop, maintain and support a South African school education system for the 21st century. https://www.education.gov.za

Department of Tourism (NDT) The Department of Tourism South Africa aims to fulfil the national government`s role towards creating the conditions for responsible tourism growth and development by promoting and developing tourism. https://www.tourism.gov.za

National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications ( NRCS) was established on 1 September 2008. It emerged as an independent organisation from the original Regulatory Division of the South African Bureau of Standards and falls within the area of responsibility of the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti). The NRCS’s mandate includes promoting public health and safety, environmental protection and ensuring fair trade. This mandate is achieved through the development and administration of technical regulations and compulsory specifications as well as through market surveillance to ensure compliance with the requirements of the compulsory specifications and technical regulations. NRCS stakeholders include the South African Government, industry and the citizens. https://www.nrcs.org.za

Tourism Business Council of South Africa The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) is a non-profit, member driven organisation serving the needs of members and focussing on the growth and the sustainability of the travel and tourism sector in South Africa. The TBCSA was established in February 1996 and are an enabling body that brings together industry stakeholders under a common umbrella to face and manage issues affecting the industry. https://tbcsa.travel