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This marks just the beginning, as we plan to establish many more student chapters across South Africa.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TUT is unique among South African universities for offering a degree in public finance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Public Sector Finance Head Sipho Maluleke highlighted the university\u2019s commitment to preparing students for impactful careers: \u201cTUT aims to produce graduates ready to positively influence society. The SAIGA student chapter will enhance this by offering access to webinars and seminars led by industry leaders, helping students understand market expectations and prepare for their future careers.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dr Audrey Legodi, Chair of the Auditing Department at the University of South Africa, delivered a keynote address underscoring the value of the Registered Government Auditor (RGA) designation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">She encouraged students to pursue professional qualifications, emphasising how the RGA designation opened doors for her in her career.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cWithout the RGA designation, I wouldn\u2019t have secured my current role as Chair of the Auditing Department, despite holding a PhD in Auditing.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The launch of the TUT student chapter represents a significant step for SAIGA, aligning with the Institute\u2019s goals of accrediting universities and establishing student chapters nationwide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Attendee Mimi Hlengane, an advanced diploma student in Public Finance, shared her excitement: \u201cI attended this event to learn more about SAIGA and explore further qualifications. I\u2019m inspired to join SAIGA and apply the insights gained to my future career.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The launch marked a significant milestone for SAIGA as accrediting universities and establishing student chapters are key objectives of the Institute. The establishment of a student chapter at TUT underscores this commitment.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Southern African Institute of Government Auditors (SAIGA) proudly announces the launch of its student chapter at Tshwane University of Technology\u2019s Ga-Rankuwa campus. This new chapter will provide students with valuable opportunities for professional growth through forums, panel discussions and symposia. 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