Q & A BDO ADVISORY SERVICES
Turning
risk into opportunity
BDO South Africa’ s Cobie van Antwerpen, Partner for Risk Advisory Services, shares how the firm helps South Africa’ s public sector navigate digital transformation, cybersecurity threats, and fiscal pressures.
COBIE VAN ANTWERPEN
Can you provide an overview of your role as Partner for Risk Advisory Services at BDO, particularly in the context of Public Sector Advisory?
My role is to help state institutions navigate risk, governance, and digital transformation. I lead teams that tackle regulatory and operational challenges, managing supply chain, financial, asset, and internal control risks. A major focus is procurement transformation – that is, ensuring compliance, building public trust in digital platforms, and aligning with Section 217 of the Constitution.
Beyond compliance, my role empowers government to adapt, innovate, and thrive. I also invest in capacity-building through training, professional certifications, and mentoring, viewing risk advisory as a catalyst for transformation rather than just a purely compliance function.
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