insert_link South Africa South Africa’s OUTA calls for increased funding for key anti-corruption bodies South Africa's Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has urged government to increase funding for key anti-corruption bodies, such as the National Prosecuting Authority and the Special Investigating Unit. They warn a lack of oversight in public-private partnerships could lead to wasted taxpayer money and inefficiency. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage criticised Finance minister Enoch Godongwana’s medium-term budget policy statement for not prioritising the fight against corruption and financial misconduct: today1 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa OUTA Calls for Budget Focus on S.A’s Corruption and Economic Stability…. The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has urged Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to prioritize anti-corruption efforts in the medium-term budget policy statement, advocating for reduced spending on non-core state-owned entities. Meanwhile, agriculture organization TLU SA expects the budget to focus on economic growth and stability in light of the changing political climate. TLU SA’s Bennie van Zyl emphasized the importance of enhancing security and economic confidence in South Africa. today30 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A’s OUTA Accuses SANRAL and CETA of Secrecy in Questionable Contracts S.A's Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has accused the South African National Roads Agency Limited and the Construction Education and Training Authority of keeping contracts with questionable companies secret. The nonprofit watchdog has filed a complaint with the Information Regulator, over the entities’ refusal to provide the information requested on contracts with AquaEXR Joint Venture and Grayson Reed. Outa’s, Asavela Kakaza, says Sanral must foster transparency and accountability: today25 April, 2024
insert_link South Africa OUTA Boycotts State of the Nation Address, Citing Political Posturing The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse in South Africa announces its decision to boycott this year's State of the Nation Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The boycott is a protest against perceived political posturing and empty rhetoric during SONA. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage encourages fellow South Africans to participate in this disengagement, expressing concerns that the address may prioritize political spectacle over addressing critical national issues. today7 February, 2024
