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KwaZulu-Natal Warns of Consequences for Municipal Financial Non-Compliance

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 26
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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs issued a warning regarding harsh consequences for non-compliance with the financial health requirements of local government institutions in the province. The warning was delivered during a meeting between the Provincial MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, and officials from non-performing municipalities. The department noted that three municipalities received disclaimers in the 2013/2014 reporting cycle, with Amajuba District and Jozini receiving disclaimers, and Hlabisa moving from a qualified to a disclaimer opinion.

From sanews.gov.za

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The warnings stem from the requirement to comply with the Municipal Financial Management Act (MFMA). The department stated that poor audit outcomes are linked to non-compliance with these laws, which affects the operational status of local government bodies.

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  • KwaZulu-NatalProvince where the warnings regarding local government financial health were issued.

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