Latest articles on OUTA

Why South Africa needs an independent water regulator

Article Yamkela Ntola & Benoit Le Roy - 2 May 2019

It would halt the abuse of taxpayers’ money in the water sector and ensure the efficient and effective utilisation of this precious resource

Corruption, state capture behind Eskom’s downfall, Nersa hears

Article Lameez Omarjee - 15 Jan 2019

Outa says although Eskom brought about its own downfall, there were other factors, such as corruption and state capture, which worsened the situation

Nersa to begin hearings on electricity tariffs

Article Carin Smith & Jan Cronje - 14 Jan 2019

Over the course of three weeks, Nersa will hold hearings on what the debt-laden power utility

OUTA raises red flag about Services SETA contract

Article Mashadi Kekana - 3 Dec 2018

OUTA has raised concerns that the Services SETA is siphoning off funds for learners into corrupt contracts

Settlement sees Gupta-linked director general removed from Public Enterprises

Article Raeesa Pather - 3 Oct 2018

Richard Seleke has left public service after reaching an agreement with the presidency

DA, OUTA call for mass fuel protest

Article Jan Bornman - 24 Jul 2018

DA leader Mmusi Maimane says recent continuous fuel price increases were bringing ordinary South Africans to their knees

Saica starts disciplinary proceedings against former Eskom CFO Anoj Singh

Article Lameez Omarjee - 19 Jun 2018

Following a period of investigation, the professional body has decided to issue charges of misconduct against the chartered accountant

No room for Dudu Myeni in Nzimande’s office

Article Lameez Omarjee - 5 Jun 2018

Under Myeni’s tenure at the national carrier, it suffered losses amounting to R10.5-billion, according to Outa.

Makhosi Khoza joins Outa as executive director

Article Amanda Khoza News24 - 4 May 2018

The former ANC MP will head the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse's local government programme

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Mask rules are not meant to ‘criminalise’ the public

Sarah Smit - 13 Jul 2020

Shop owners and taxi drivers can now refuse entry to people who defy mandatory mask-wearing regulations

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Ramaphosa asks all South Africans to help to avoid 50 000 Covid-19 deaths this year

Sarah Smit & Lester Kiewit - 12 Jul 2020

Calling this ‘the gravest crisis in the history of our democracy’, the president said level three lockdown remains, but enforcement will be strengthened

Coronavirus

Watch it again: Ramaphosa on risk-adjusted strategy to manage Covid-19

Staff Reporter - 12 Jul 2020

The president's address comes after a number of meetings with Cabinet and the National Command Council

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Special Reports

Yvonne Chetty: a passion for an efficient public sector and mentoring

special reports - 13 Jul 2020

'Being affiliated to a professional body such as SAICA makes providing expert guidance and support to my colleagues that much easier'

Special Reports

Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow

Special Reports

Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date

Special Reports

Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA

Staff Reporter - 8 Jul 2020

SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations

Special Reports

Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities

Special Reports

Cheque value bundles – real value

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities

Special Reports

Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket

special reports - 6 Jul 2020

In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners

Special Reports

Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised

special reports - 3 Jul 2020

SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector