Mpe's Triumph: Polokwane Soars with 4th Consecutive Unqualified Audit Under His Steadfast Leadership

Polokwane Executive Mayor John Mpe.

Accountinng Officer City Manager Thuso Nemugumoni.

Polokwane Municipality has clinched its fourth consecutive unqualified audit opinion from the Auditor-General, a feat that shines a spotlight on Executive Mayor John Mpe's exemplary leadership.

The achievement underscores Mpe's commitment to transparency, discipline, and good governance, turning excellence into the city's tradition.

Under Mpe's guidance, the municipality and its housing entity, Polokwane Housing Association (PHA), both secured clean audit opinions, proving sustained financial management and performance.

City Manager Thuso Nemugumoni works closely with Mpe, implementing strategies that ensure the financial statements fairly present the municipality's affairs.

The Auditor-General's report was presented to Council on Thursday, 29 January 2026, during a sitting that also tabled the 2024/25 Annual Report. Agenda highlights included the Audit and Performance Audit Committee Report and discussions on government debtors.

Mpe's vision has propelled Polokwane forward, with the city celebrating "Polokwane is rising. Excellence is becoming our tradition." The success is attributed to Mpe's relentless focus on accountability and service delivery, positioning him as the driving force behind the municipality's achievements.