Tomorrow, Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke will present the 2024–25 local government audit outcomes to Parliament. Tune in live through our digital platforms for key insights, highlights, and updates from the report presentation. Watch here: youtube.com/live/ep4sXAryTZI #AGReport

What action can the auditor-general take when a material irregularity is identified?  Under its enhanced powers, the AGSA can take one or more of the following steps:  Refer the matter: Refer it to a public body with suitable mandate and powers such as the Public Protector,the Special Investigating Unit or the police.  Make recommendations in the audit? report on how to address the matter by a certain time. If this is not done, the AG must take binding remedial action. If the irregularity involves a financial loss, we also issue a directive to the accounting officer or accounting authority to quantify and recover the loss from the responsible person.  If the accounting officer or accounting authority fails to implement the remedial action, the AG must issue a certificate of debt in their personal capacity so that the losses can be recovered.      SA FM | 8 October | 09:45  Listen to Head of Audit Sharonne Adams live. @SABCEducation Learn more: agsa.co.za    #KnowYourAGSA  #115YearsofAGSA  #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Team AGSA congratulates Ms Sharonne Adams CA(SA) on her appointment as Head of Audit. With more than 30 years’ experience in auditing, governance, and public sector accountability across the private and public sectors, Sharonne brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. A passionate leader and mentor, she is committed to developing future leaders and creating environments where people are empowered to thrive and excel. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for AGSA: for the first time, all three of the institution’s most senior positions are held by women. Congratulations, Sharonne! #AGSALeadership #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Watch highlights from the PFMA 2025-26 roadshow held in Gauteng on Wednesday, 30 September 2026. #PFMARoadshows2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

What is a Material Irregularity (MI), and what happens when one is identified?  A material irregularity means any fraud, theft, breach of a fiduciary duty or noncompliance with or contravention of the law that could result in a material loss, the misuse or loss of a material public resource or substantial harm to a public sector institution or the general Public. These steps are taken when an MI is identified: - The accounting officer or authority is notified and they: are required to take action to stop the problem, fix it and prevent it from happening again,  - must recover losses where possible, and  - must take steps against those responsible. @SABCEducation   Learn more at agsa.co.za  #KnowYourAGSA  #115YearsofAGSA  #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Watch highlights from Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke’s keynote address at the AFROSAI-E Technical Conference. “The true value of an audit is realised when audit evidence does not end in a report, but rather begins a better future for the citizens we serve”, -AG Tsakani Maluleke. #AFROSAIETechnicalConference2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

AG Tsakani Maluleke said general reports should be viewed as more than reporting products, but as strategic intelligence products. Their true value lies in whether they contribute to action and public value. She pointed to the AGSA’s Material Irregularity process as an example of how audit evidence can translate into accountability action. She also emphasised the importance of recognising the boundaries of the SAI’s role. “SAIs do not make executive decisions or manage institutions on behalf of accounting officers, nor do we replace legislatures, councils, or executive authorities.” Our role is to provide credible, independent evidence, make risks and their consequences visible, identify patterns and root causes, and activate or support accountability mechanisms within our mandate. #AFROSAIETechnicalConference2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

AG Tsakani Maluleke shared that her engagements with stakeholders across the AGSA accountability ecosystem, including political and administrative leaders and legislatures, have reinforced an important lesson: “Information is rarely the problem. We have an abundance of data and information. The greater challenge is whether the information available is understood, connected and converted into timely action.” AG emphasised that SAIs have a role to play in mining audit evidence and turning it into usable intelligence. At AGSA, we consolidate our audit insights into reports that highlight patterns and themes, helping decision-makers understand what the evidence is telling. #AFROSAIETechnicalConference2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

In her keynote address, AG Tsakani Maluleke indicated that the conference challenges supreme audit institutions (SAIs) to think differently about the value they can derive from the evidence generated through their audit work. This means using audit evidence to deepen SAIs understanding of the governance environment, anticipate emerging risks, and strengthen accountability. “SAIs are uniquely positioned to support this journey. Every audit gives us evidence and a wider view of the system. But this value does not emerge automatically. We must deliberately transform audit evidence into insight, insight into intelligence, intelligence into influence, and, ultimately, influence into public value,” said AG Maluleke. #AFROSAIETechnicalConference2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke has arrived at the AFROSAI-E Technical Conference, taking place from 6-8 October 2026. AG will deliver a keynote address on “From Audit Evidence to Strategic Intelligence”, exploring how audit evidence can become strategic intelligence, revealing systematic challenges, informing better public sector decisions, and strengthening governance and accountability. The conference brings together diverse voices from Supreme Audit Institutions, civil society, researchers, development partners, and other key stakeholders to share perspectives and co-create solutions for public sector auditing. Because no single institution has the complete picture of the governance ecosystem. Stay connected to our platforms to get key insights from AG’s address. #AFROSAIETechnicalConference2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Today, 6 October 2026, Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke will deliver a keynote address at the AFROSAI-E Technical Conference. The annual conference brings together Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs), development partners, and key stakeholders to share insights, address emerging challenges, and strengthen technical capacity across the region, helping shape the future of public sector oversight in Africa. #AFROSAIETechnicalConference2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Following concerns about the growing extent of irregular, unauthorised, fruitless and wasteful expenditure in government, in 2016 the Standing Committee on the Auditor-General initiated a process to extend the AGSA’s mandate.  While the AGSA’s audit process remains unchanged, the enhanced powers introduced three additional powers. The powers of referral, remedial action and the issuance of certificates of debt. @SABCEducation Visit: agsa.co.za  #KnowYourAGSA  #115YearsofAGSA  #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

For 115 years, the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) has audited public institutions, providing insights that support accountability, good governance and improved service delivery.  In 2019, the AGSA’s enhanced mandate came into effect, which include additional powers that go beyond auditing and reporting. This week, we’ll explain these enhanced powers and answer a key question: What happens when an auditee fails to implement AGSA identified material irregularities – popularly known as MIs?  @SABCEducation   Learn more about the MI process: agsa.co.za    #KnowYourAGSA  #115YearsofAGSA  #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

As we wrap up this week’s conversation, we take a closer look at how the AGSA enables oversight bodies such as Parliament, provincial legislatures and municipal councils to hold government accountable at national, provincial and local levels.  Through the AGSA’s audit reports, oversight bodies can examine audit findings and gain insight into how state institutions have spent public funds.  Head of Portfolio Alice Muller will discuss the role the AGSA plays in illuminating insights for a better South Africa through the BRRR process. @SABCEducation RSG FM | 04 October | 11:30    Visit: agsa.co.za  #KnowYourAGSA  #115YearsofAGSA  #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

The AG-led Limpopo PFMA session was an engaging opportunity for the team to share key insights and experiences from the audit cycle. Watch highlights from the session held Wednesday, 29 September 2026. #PFMARoadshows2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Watch reflections from Business Unit Leader Ntona Marota on the AG-led PFMA 2025-26 roadshow held in Mpumalanga. Next stop: National #PFMARoadshows2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Watch reflections from Business Unit Leader Fhumulani Rabonda on the AG-led PFMA 2025-26 roadshow held in Gauteng. #PFMARoadshows2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

Listen to Phozisa Ngaco share her experience as an AGSA bursary holder and how she experienced the AGSA value, “We care for each other,” firsthand. Ready to start your own journey with AGSA? Apply for the AGSA bursary today at apply.agsa.co.za. Applications close: 15 October 2026 #AGSABursary2026 #NurturingFutureLeaders #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

The engagement with the Mpumalanga team highlighted progress since the previous audit cycle, while reinforcing the need to sustain momentum and help bridge the gap between audit outcomes and the lived realities of citizens. Dr Thami Zikode encouraged the team to keep building on this progress, saying, “We must continue to improve. We are in a better position than we were before, but we still have a long way to go. Let’s keep providing valuable insights that contribute to the province’s prosperity.” #PFMARoadshows2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica

The Mpumalanga team demonstrated depth of understanding of the PFMA 2025-26 cycle, showing their commitment to achieving the culture shift aspirations. The team connected with AGSA leadership led by AG Tsakani Maluleke, Head of Audit Dr Thami Zikode, Executive in the AG’s Office Harold Maloka, Head of Portfolio Vanuja Maharaj, and Business Unit Leader Ntona Marota. “I want to give credit to you for articulating your insights. You are in a different place from where you were last time. As we reflect on the insights and experiences gained, let’s focus on where we are going. The end goal is for the majority of auditees to function better, with greater accountability, transparency, and institutional integrity,” said AG Maluleke. #PFMARoadshows2026 #IlluminatingInsightsForABetterSouthAfrica