Godongwana welcomes three new DDGs

By Levy Masiteng

In a move to strengthen the National Treasury, Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has welcomed the appointment of three new deputy directors-general (DDGs). 

The appointments were officially announced by Cabinet.

Godongwana believes that the appointments mark a major step forward in the department’s efforts to balance stability with innovation and bring in new ideas while maintaining consistency.

“It is essential that the department demonstrates strong leadership and stability while continuing to develop a pipeline of talented and dedicated public service professionals committed to serving our nation,” he said.

The three new DDGs are Ulrike Britton, Ogalaletseng Gaarekwe and Christopher Axelson.

Britton will serve as DDG for public finance, leveraging her decade-long experience in the department.

Gaarekwe will lead intergovernmental relations, building on her experience as acting DDG and her time in the Free State Treasury. 

Lastly, Axelson will oversee tax and financial sector policy, drawing from his private banking