President Jacob Zuma approves SIU investigation into Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs department

President Zuma approves investigation by the SIU

President Jacob Zuma has signed a Proclamation directing the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate, amongst others, the allegations of serious maladministration in connection with the affairs of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), improper or unlawful conduct by the officials of the department, unlawful appropriation of public money and intentional or negligent use of public money. 

The allegations to be investigated by the SIU relates to the following:

  • The appointment of a service provider to provide technical support and administrative services in respect of the Ward Based Cooperatives Programme of COGTA.
  • Payments that were made by the department in a manner that was allegedly not fair, competitive, transparent, equitable or cost-effective; contrary to, among other things, legislation and policies.

Enquiries:
Mac Maharaj
Cell: 079 879 3203
E-mail: macmaharaj@icloud.com

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