Only a fraction of municipalities in SA have received clean audits. Forty-five municipalities improved their audit outcomes since 2020-21, but 36 regressed. Fewer municipalities have disclaimed audit opinions, which is the worst possible audit outcome. Lerato Mbele was joined by Ray van Rooy, Mayor of Bergrivier, Amos Makoae, Chief Financial Officer of Masilonyana Municipality and Mohammed Lorgat, National Programme Director for Municipal Audit Support at SALGA.

Only a fraction of municipalities in SA have received clean audits. Forty-five municipalities improved their audit outcomes since 2020-21, but 36 regressed. Fewer municipalities have disclaimed audit opinions, which is the worst possible audit outcome. Lerato Mbele was joined by Ray van Rooy, Mayor of Bergrivier, Amos Makoae, Chief Financial Officer of Masilonyana Municipality and Mohammed Lorgat, National Programme Director for Municipal Audit Support at SALGA.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

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Only 34 of SA's municipalities achieved clean audits

The collapse of public trust in Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) in South Africa is no longer just a boardroom debate; it has become a central point of friction in the national psyche. Research suggests a perfect storm; of economic stagnation, perceived elite capture, and a shift in focus toward meritocracy has led many South Africans—across racial lines—to view the policy as a hindrance rather than a help. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Dr Anthea Jeffrey Head of Policy Research at the South African Institute of Race Relations (IRR) and Stan Itshegetseng - NEC Member, Progressive Professionals Forum (PPF).

The collapse of public trust in Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) in South Africa is no longer just a boardroom debate; it has become a central point of friction in the national psyche. Research suggests a perfect storm; of economic stagnation, perceived elite capture, and a shift in focus toward meritocracy has led many South Africans&mdash;across racial lines&mdash;to view the policy as a hindrance rather than a help. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Dr Anthea Jeffrey Head of Policy Research at the South African Institute of Race Relations (IRR) and Stan Itshegetseng - NEC Member, Progressive Professionals Forum (PPF).

Series Title: Public Trust Collapse: Why South Africans Are Losing Faith in BEE

The Whistleblower House (TWBH) has officially welcomed the publication of the Protected Disclosures Bill of 2026, hailing it as a pivotal advancement in the mission to fortify legal safeguards for whistleblowers across South Africa. By providing a more robust legal foundation, the Bill represents a necessary evolution in the country’s approach to transparency and accountability. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Ben Theron, CEO of The Whistleblower House (TWBH)

The Whistleblower House (TWBH) has officially welcomed the publication of the Protected Disclosures Bill of 2026, hailing it as a pivotal advancement in the mission to fortify legal safeguards for whistleblowers across South Africa. By providing a more robust legal foundation, the Bill represents a necessary evolution in the country&rsquo;s approach to transparency and accountability. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Ben Theron, CEO of The Whistleblower House (TWBH)

New whistleblowing bill marks progress, but survival gap remains

President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing intensifying scrutiny over allegations that he and Major General Wally Rhoode, the former head of the Presidential Protection Unit (PPU), breached the Criminal Procedure Act. The controversy centers on their failure to report a significant theft at the Presidents. Phala Phala farms to local law enforcement, bypassing standard legal protocols required for such incidents. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Qhawe Sosibo Legal Expert.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing intensifying scrutiny over allegations that he and Major General Wally Rhoode, the former head of the Presidential Protection Unit (PPU), breached the Criminal Procedure Act. The controversy centers on their failure to report a significant theft at the Presidents. Phala Phala farms to local law enforcement, bypassing standard legal protocols required for such incidents. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Qhawe Sosibo Legal Expert.

Only 34 of SA's municipalities achieved clean audits

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