Stellenbosch Municipality has received another clean audit opinion from the Auditor General for the 2022-’23 financial year.
In a statement released last week, it said: “Good governance is the cornerstone of a thriving community, and a clean audit is a testament to this commitment. It signifies more than just financial compliance; it’s about transparency, accountability and trust at every level of governance.”
According to municipal spokesperson Stuart Grobbelaar the municipality has received 16 unqualified audit opinions. Seven of those have been clean audits.
“Four of those clean audits have been given in consecutive years, until 2022-’23,” he explained.
“The Auditor General is currently busy with the 2023-’24 audit.”
According to the municipality a clean audit reflects rigorous scrutiny of processes and procedures, ensuring every cent is accounted for and allocated efficiently to support essential public services.
“This achievement means that the municipality produced quality financial statements free from material misstatements, delivered reliable performance reports that accurately measure progress, and complied with key legislation.
“This is not just about numbers – it’s about responsible leadership and a dedication to serving our community effectively.”
