The MQA was requested to explain the matters of emphasis raised by the Auditor-General in its financial performance and whether there were any steps taken to the culprit to be formally charged for the fraudulent activity. It emerged that administration expenditures increased by 25% during the year under review. The Seta was requested to elaborate on the matter. The Committee was extremely concerned with the number of accidents and loss of lives in the mines due to lack of safety precaution measures. It was noted that some mines were located close to communities and their impact on the environment had devastating effects. It was raised with concern that restatement of corresponding figures as a result of errors reflected either lack of capacity or fraudulent activities of certain individuals in the Seta. It was noted that the audit committee should ensure that such instances do not recur as they reflect poor management from the Seta. The Committee was extremely concerned with the delays in issuing of certificates for learners that completed learnership programmes.