The Mpumalanga Office of the Premier appearing before the provincial Oversight Committee to present its Annual Performance Plan.
The Mpumalanga Office of the Premier appeared before the provincial Oversight Committee on Tuesday, May 19, to present its 2025/26 Annual Performance Plan, reaffirming its commitment to transparency, accountability, and improved service delivery.
Mandla Ndlovu delivered the political overview, acknowledging the committee’s findings and emphasising the office’s readiness to implement corrective measures where needed.
“We will always account, we will always implement, we will correct what is wrong, protect public resources, and above all, serve our people with integrity, speed and dignity,” said Ndlovu.
Director General Maggie Skosana presented a detailed report covering both financial and non-financial performance, as well as key focus areas including human resources, digital innovation, youth empowerment, gender equity, and budget management.
The Office reported a strong financial performance rate of 98.2% for the 2025/26 financial year, reflecting disciplined spending and strict adherence to cost-containment measures. Non-financial performance was recorded at 76%, with commitments to strengthen monitoring and oversight systems in the upcoming 2026/27 cycle.
In terms of human resources and digital transformation, 37 out of 41 advertised posts have been filled, with the remaining positions set for re-advertisement. Meanwhile, a digital service delivery monitoring tool is expected to go live by the end of June 2026, following the successful completion of its initial phases and with 85.3% of the allocated budget already spent.
The Office also highlighted progress in youth economic empowerment.
Through the Premier’s Youth Development Fund, 66 youth enterprises were funded in the 2024/25 financial year, followed by 54 supported businesses in 2025/26.
Plans are underway to advertise 20 new internship opportunities for the 2026/27 financial year, further reinforcing efforts to develop skills and expand economic participation among young people.
Efforts to promote gender equity were also outlined, with the Office committing to a proactive strategy aimed at achieving a 50/50 gender balance at both Senior Management Service and Middle Management Service levels.
Additionally, a proposed new organisational structure has already been signed by the Premier and submitted to the Department of Public Service and Administration for approval, with finalisation expected before June 30, 2026.
The presentation underscored the Office of the Premier’s continued focus on strengthening governance systems while ensuring that public resources are managed responsibly in the interest of the people of Mpumalanga.
