with cyber threats and vulnerabilities. There is a need to provide for an integrated and coordinated national approach in cyber related issues in order to complement efforts and avoid duplication of resources. In response to such a need this policy provides for the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Advisory Council to coordinate all cybersecurity initiatives. The policy further provides for the appointment of Council members and their tenure, the Constitution of the Council, terms of reference to be determined by the Minister of Communications in line with this policy. 3.1.1 Role of the National Cybersecurity Advisory Council  Advise the Minister of Communications on policy issues and other matters pertinent to cybersecurity;  Promote intergovernmental cooperation on cybersecurity matters;  Promote and encourage coordinated private – public partnerships on issues regarding cyber security in the country;  Assess the state of national cybersecurity, determine needs and advise on appropriate responses and priorities; and  Provide oversight regarding the implementation of national cybersecurity initiatives and structures; 3.1.2 Constitution and Tenure of the Council There will be a total of at least 15 Council members and the council will consist of members appointed ex-officio based on their roles in cybersecurity and members appointed through a public nomination process; Ex-officio members will consist of representatives of the following state entities:  Department of Justice  Department of Defence  South African Police Services  National Intelligence Agency  Comsec  Department of Communications  National Prosecuting Authority  National CSIRT 6