The Auditor-General of South Africa (AG), as a chapter 9 institution supporting democracy, is required to account to the National Assembly and to report on its activities and functions, at least, once a year. In addition, section 10(1) of the Public Audit Act No. 25 of 2004 requires the Auditor-General (AG) to report annually to the National Assembly on his or her activities and the performance of his or her functions.