THE introduction of lifestyle audits for members of the executive has taken far longer than originally anticipated, says president Cyril Ramaphosa.
Answering a recent parliamentary Q&A, Ramaphosa said that his government has begun with lifestyle audits for senior public servants – however, members of the executive such as his government ministers, have not yet been subject to any checks.
“Much work has been done on the approach and methodology to lifestyle audits of members of the executive,” he said.
“However, the finalisation of this work is being held in abeyance pending the submission of the final report of the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. This is so that any additional measures required to strengthen executive accountability and conduct can be considered holistically.”
What they will be looking for
Public Service and Administration minister Ayanda Dlodlo has previously announced lifestyle audits will be compulsory for all national and provincial departments
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