The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) Gauteng Audit Awards took place on July 5, 2024, at the Garden Boutique Hotel in north-west Johannesburg. This prestigious event celebrated Gauteng municipalities for their outstanding financial management and adherence to governance standards. MaxProf proudly sponsored R15,000 prize money for the winners of the Most Improved Audit Outcome for the 2023/24 period, which went to Rand West City Local Municipality. This sponsorship reinforces MaxProf’s commitment to promoting excellence in local governance.
MaxProf staff at the SALGA Gauteng Audit Awards 2024
Highlights of the Evening
The awards recognized various municipalities for their achievements:
- The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality stood out by winning awards for reducing unauthorized, irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditures and for implementing effective consequence management strategies in the 2023/24 financial year. City Manager Dr. Imogen Mashazi highlighted the importance of financial prudence and the team’s dedication to maintaining high standards of governance. (The Citizen, 2024; Alberton Record, 2024)
- The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality received accolades, including recognition for a 21% reduction in unauthorized expenditures. The municipality was praised for its efforts in improving revenue collection and debt management, demonstrating a strong commitment to financial responsibility and ethical governance. This was a significant milestone for Tshwane, reflecting the collective effort of its finance and oversight teams. (The Citizen, 2024)
- Midvaal Local Municipality emerged as the biggest winner of the evening, securing multiple awards, including those for excellent financial management and governance. Their achievements highlight the municipality’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery. (TimesLIVE, 2024)
MaxProf awarding Rand West City Local Municipality for Most Improved Audit Outcome 2023/24
A Word from SALGA
SALGA’s Gauteng chairperson, Jongizizwe Dlabathi, emphasized the importance of these awards in showcasing excellence within municipalities and fostering a culture of good governance. The event served as a platform for sharing best practices, encouraging collaboration, and motivating municipalities to strive for higher standards of service delivery (TimesLIVE, 2024).
MaxProf’s Ongoing Support for SALGA
MaxProf’s sponsorship and active participation in the SALGA Gauteng Audit Awards highlight our dedication to supporting initiatives that drive positive change and improve service delivery in local government. We will also be attending various events hosted by SALGA to ensure that our vision for South African Local Government comes to fruition as we support and engage with key stakeholders in the industry.
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