Scopa chair Songezo Zibi to deliver keynote at Audit and Finance Indaba
Johannesburg – Songezo Zibi, the leader of the Rise Mzansi political party and Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), is set to deliver a keynote address at the upcoming 2nd Annual Audit and Finance Indaba, scheduled to take place on March 14 at Unisa, Pretoria.
Zibi’s keynote address will focus on the theme: “Interdisciplinary Approaches to Public Financial Management: An Analysis on Fiscal Decentralisation and Capital Investments.” Zibi, whose leadership in SCOPA has made him a key figure in holding the government accountable, will offer a comprehensive analysis of how South Africa can better manage its public finances, particularly through fiscal decentralisation and more strategic capital investment.
The event will feature a compelling panel discussion with prominent industry professionals, including Nicky Weimar, Chief Economist at Nedbank, Dr Lumkile Mondi, lecturer at Wits Business School, Reece Pillay, Financial Reporting Manager at Merafong City Local Municipality, Lebogang Thobakgale, Associate Director and Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer for KPMG and Lufuno Nemagovhani, Chief Audit Executive at the Public Investment Corporation (PIC).
The panel discussion will be moderated by Rob Rose, an award-winning journalist, former editor of Financial Mail, and author of critically acclaimed books Steinheist and The Grand Scam. Known for his investigative reporting and expertise in financial matters, Rose will guide discussions that will sure captivate the audience.
“We are looking forward to addressing critical issues such as the challenges and opportunities posed by fiscal decentralisation and the role of capital investments in shaping our country’s future,” said SAIGA CEO Russel Morena.
“This year’s Indaba promises to be a transformative experience for all stakeholders involved in public financial management.”
The 2nd Annual Audit and Finance Indaba will bring together leaders from the public and private sectors, including finance professionals, auditors, accountants, policymakers and academic professionals to discuss and find solutions to pressing issues facing South Africa’s financial systems.
The event is expected to provide invaluable insights and provide constructive dialogues on improving financial governance and accountability in the country, especially as South Africa continues to face various economic challenges.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experts, gain practical knowledge and contribute to the national conversation on financial reform, governance and economic development.
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Kgomotso Sethusha (Cell No: 083 381 0526)
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