Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Izinga Assist verifies NPOs free of charge across legal compliance, governance, financial control and impact, awarding a five-star rating. Verification depends on documents, and the seal lapses if annual filings are not renewed.

Donors giving cash through Izinga Assist get a photo or video update within six weeks showing how the money was spent, and can choose a Shoprite voucher instead of cash.

Treasury withheld equitable share from about 69 municipalities, roughly R13.5 billion, over unfunded budgets, unpaid bills and irregular spending. Most funds were released once payment plans were signed.

Only 39 of 200 municipalities received clean audits last year, about 15 percent. Temba Dlamini says new mayors should read the audit findings, not just the opinion.

Dr Robin George of Workforce Healthcare says a positive cannabis test only confirms use at some point, not impairment, so employers should not discipline staff on a positive test alone.