“CFO Clean Audit” moves CBRTA

Rofhiwa Irene Singo, who is popularly known as “CFO Clean Audit” has moved from the Department of Mineral Resources to the Cross-Border Road Transport agency (CBRTA), where she will be serving as chief financial officer.

You previously mentioned that you’d like to work in the private sector. What changed for you?

I have a strong belief that one shouldn’t stay longer than five years in a position because that timeframe provides a definite structure to achieve your goals and vision. My plan was to venture into the private sector, but then the CBRTA opportunity arose. My interest was piqued because I’d never heard about the agency and the work it does is fascinating.

What legacy did you leave at the Department of Mineral Resources?

My strength is in reporting, and I believe that I implemented one of the most robust reporting systems in the public sector. We didn’t achieve a clean audit last year because of issues from many years ago, but this doesn’t detract from the gains made. I am most proud of the fact that I left a motivated, passionate and hardworking team behind.

How have the first 100 days been at CBRTA?

I feel like I am in Grade 1 again! When you start at a new school, you have to learn about the environment, the people and the culture.

My first few months have been about fostering relationships with my team and becoming embedded in the culture. I have also been meeting with our stakeholders who have such interesting perspectives on Africa and the potential for economic growth.