South Africa's auditor-general has issued a critical report on the appointment of board members at the country's Sector Education and Training Authorities (Setas), according to TimesLIVE. The report found that key governance rules were flouted during the appointment process and that board members were not properly vetted before taking up their positions. The findings raise concerns about oversight and accountability within the Seta system, which oversees skills development and training across various industries.

South Africa’s transport department has ordered a forensic investigation into allegations concerning a tender process, according to The Citizen. The reported procurement controversy centres on claims that repeated requests for quotations were used instead of one competitive bidding process. The available information does not identify the contract, companies, officials, value or findings, and no outcome has been reported.

Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke reported that the City of Cape Town has regressed in its supply chain management and procurement practices, resulting in non-compliance issues. This regression has contributed to the municipality receiving an unqualified audit with findings, according to Maluleke.

According to The Citizen, Auditor-General Maluleke has raised concerns over the financial audits of all metropolitan municipalities, highlighting R62.12 billion in debt write-offs and R1.61 billion spent on consultants. Despite these expenditures, 61% of the municipalities submitted flawed financial statements, prompting alarm ahead of the upcoming elections.

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has requested an independent investigation into claims that approximately ₦8.8 trillion in public spending occurred outside Nigeria's official budget framework. The call for inquiry was made in a statement by HURIWA's National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, who characterized the allegations as serious.

Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke has reported concerning declines in the financial health and service delivery of South Africa's eight largest municipalities, highlighting the need for immediate action to address these issues.