SAIGA Podcast

In this episode,  Renowned journalist Tim Modise talks with Gert Van Wyk, a member of the SAIGA technical panel of experts and  a seasoned governance, risk and assurance expert unpacking the concepts of combined assurance and risk management, exploring how these critical practices contribute to effective oversight and improved decision-making within organisations.  

Gert provides practical examples and expert perspectives on aligning assurance activities to avoid duplication, reduce costs and enhance organisational resilience.

In this episode, Tim Modise talks with the Director of Marjo Consulting, Mariana Strydom (RGA) about business ethics and their role in the auditing profession. 

Tim Modise talks with the Head of Wealth Tax and Judiciary, Elizabeth Fick and Technical Training Special at the Auditor general of South Africa (AGSA) Vishal Patel about tax implications of the budget especially in light of the controversial VAT increase and other tax adjustments and their impact on personal finance, business and economy.

In this episode Tim Modise unpacks the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) with the Political analyst and founder of Democracy Works Foundation, Professor William Gumede.

This is Cyril Ramaphosa's first state of the nation address as at the head of a multiparty government, and not an African National Congress  (ANC) government. 

In this episode, Lusanda Ncoliwe (Partner: Risk Assurance at PwC) unpacks the  2024 Global Internal Audit standards effective 9 January 2025,  highlighting their importance on government institutions.

In this episode, the SAIGA Hod Kgothatso Maoko takes us through the SAIGA year-long plan highlighting key goals and initiatives touching on strategic objectives for the year and events to look forward to. 

In this episode, we having a conversation with Mr Thabang Motsohi, founder of Lenomo Consulting and author of "Fit for Purpose".

Drawing on his wealth of experience consulting for State-Owned Enterprises, Mr Motsohi shares transformative ideas on building high-performing and ethical public entities.  

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Kedibone Phago, Director of the School of Government at NorthWest University, to unpack the groundbreaking Supreme Court of Appeal ruling. This decision holds municipal employees personally liable for damages if found guilty of compromising public finances. 

We delve into the implications of this ruling, particularly following the appeal by several individuals from the Nelson Mandela Municipality, who now face a personal repayment of R7.6 million to the municipality. 

Tune in for an insightful discussion on accountability and its impact on local governance.

President Phillip Rakgwale and CEO, Russel Morena touch on:

Ø  Reflections on SAIGA’s journey over the last 36 years.

Ø  Major contributions to the industry and the organisation’s legacy.

Ø  How SAIGA has adapted to changes in the industry and remained relevant.

The two leaders touch on  key achievements over the past five years under their leadership, challenges faced and how they overcame them as well as the significant milestones that have shaped SAIGA's trajectory during this 5-year period.