Dear Deputy Minister Holomisa,
I listened and studied the Ministers Budget speech, and I have the follow question which I really would appreciate some clarity. I am hoping that you would be able to assist us.

PENSIONS PROCESSING – The Minister stated “Over 18 000 applications that are currently under consideration have been received by GPAA”. May the Minister please:
a. Inform how many Military Veterans have been paid out to date per month
b. Why so few applications have been acknowledged within the prescribed period of 90 days as per the regulations
c. Why the applications were sent to GPAA before DMV had confirmed the Military Veteran was on the database to avoid delays at GPAA and confusion amongst the Military Veterans
d. When will an online enquiry system be implemented so that Military Veterans can establish the status of their application