The Department of Transport has achieved its first clean audit in over three decades, marking a major turnaround in the 2024/25 financial year.
Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) confirmed that the department’s annual financial statements were submitted on time with no material misstatements, and internal controls were found to be sound across the board.
Performance indicators used for planning and reporting were also found to be accurate and complete.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa welcomed the outcome, saying it reflects the department’s renewed commitment to clean governance and accountability.
They credited the clean audit to strong internal processes, proper resourcing of assurance providers, and a serious response to previous audit recommendations.
A proactive approach to working with the AGSA and proper audit planning also played a key role.
“The department’s clean audit outcome is a clear indication of our commitment to accountability,” said the ministers in a joint statement.
“Management ensured assurance providers were fully supported, and concerns raised in past audits were addressed through effective action plans.”
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They also highlighted the teamwork behind the scenes – including management, risk management, internal audit, and oversight committees like the Audit Committee – as well as the role played by the Transport Portfolio Committee in holding the department accountable to Parliament.
The audit result ends a 31-year drought for the department and sets a new benchmark for public sector governance.
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