Tsakani Maluleke has a very tough job ahead, but she’s up to the task
The incoming auditor-general will need to make bold moves early in her term to stem corruption and other forms of maladministration
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment of Tsakani Maluleke as SA’s new auditor general spells hope for the nation. Her seven- year nonrenewable term officially commences on December 1. She succeeds a stalwart, the late Kimi Makwetu, who led the organisation with integrity and a sense of patriotism during his term.
While the nation mourns Makwetu’s death, we are comforted by the appointment of Maluleke, who served ably as Makwetu’s deputy. She was recommended by the National Assembly after competing for the position against six chartered accountants, becoming the first woman to hold the office of auditor-general in SA...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.