Abdelatif Wahbi, the Minister of Justice, affirmed that the financial management of the Mohammedan Foundation for Social Works for Judges and Justice Employees is under thorough state scrutiny, with a commitment to implement the recommendations of the Court of Auditors, emphasizing the foundation’s dedication to transparency and governance in all its activities.
Wahbi explained that the foundation has adopted a new vision for social work that relies on a participatory approach involving all components of the institution, aimed at improving and developing services in health, education, and housing. He noted the launch of new services over the past two years, most notably the establishment of daycares and health units within workplace spaces.
The minister added that the financial management of the foundation is subject to state control according to Articles 18 and 19 of the law that established and organized it, in addition to applicable laws and regulations. He confirmed that the foundation’s accounts undergo annual audits by an auditing committee, alongside a governance, audit, and risk committee that was established in 2021 to assess the internal control system and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
In response to a parliamentary question regarding “potential irregularities in the financial management of the foundation,” Wahbi clarified that the foundation was monitored by the Court of Auditors in 2015 and 2016, resulting in a series of recommendations that were later implemented.
The minister indicated that the summer camp for the children of members undergoes meticulous preparations, ensuring adherence to the legal and regulatory procedures specific to public contracts, along with consultations with several specialized companies before selecting offers, in addition to inspection visits to ensure that the centers are equipped to meet safety and quality standards for children.
Wahbi confirmed that the summer camps from 2022 to 2025 were organized according to clear procedures, with the selection of the best companies in terms of quality and cost, and a change in some locations to ensure compliance with necessary standards, explaining that all operations are subject to transparency and competitiveness, safeguarding the interests of the members and upholding the principles of good governance within the foundation.
