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SIU investigates National Skills Fund amid corruption concerns
Amid rising concerns over public funds misuse, the SIU's investigation into the National Skills Fund (NSF) aims to uncover potential mismanagement and corruption.
South Africa assumes leadership of Commonwealth Africa's anti-corruption body
South Africa has officially taken the lead in the fight against corruption in Commonwealth Africa, with the Special Investigating Unit spearheading collaborative efforts and innovative strategies to tackle corruption across the continent.
Ramaphosa authorises SIU to investigate dodgy tenders in Mbombela Municipality
The SIU is set to investigate multiple tenders in Mbombela Municipality following President Ramaphosa's Proclamation 257, aiming to uncover corruption and restore public trust in local government.
SIU probes state entities over controversialNew Age media breakfast events
The SIU expands its investigation of five state institutions tied to The New Age media breakfasts.
SIU takes aim at Hlaudi Motsoeneng for challenging court findings
The battle over former SABC CEO Hlaudi Motsoeneng’s controversial R11. 5 million bonus intensifies as the SIU prepares to take legal action following his latest challenge in the Constitutional Court
SIU broadens probe into state entities over controversial New Age media breakfast events
The SIU expands its investigation of five state institutions tied to The New Age media breakfasts.
SIU investigation reveals procurement corruption at SITA, saving R111 million
An investigation by the SIU has unveiled shocking irregularities at SITA, leading to substantial financial recoveries and pivotal actions against corruption
Merafong healthcare crisis: ActionSA demands action over R600m Covid hospital scandal
ActionSA exposes gross mismanagement in Merafong's healthcare system, where R600m was squandered on a COVID-19 hospital that treated only 147 patients. The party demands immediate prosecution of officials involved and calls for accountability in the AngloGold Ashanti Hospital scandal.
Health Minister faces backlash over R28 million NHI advertising spend
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi faces criticism from the DA for spending R28 million on NHI advertising while South Africa grapples with a severe shortage of healthcare professionals.
Health Minister faces backlash over R28 million NHI advertising spend
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi faces criticism from the DA for spending R28 million on NHI advertising while South Africa grapples with a severe shortage of healthcare professionals.
Businessman Tuwani Mulaudzi closer to reclaiming assets after court victory
Tuwani Mulaudzi, acquitted of serious charges, is on the verge of reclaiming his frozen assets following a recent court ruling against the AFU and NPA.
Businessman Tuwani Mulaudzi closer to reclaiming assets after court victory
Tuwani Mulaudzi, acquitted of serious charges, is on the verge of reclaiming his frozen assets following a recent court ruling against the AFU and NPA.
SIU reveals alarming findings on Eskom in Scopa briefing
Shocking revelations from the SIU as it exposes a web of corruption at Eskom, detailing systemic failures, procurement fraud, and collusion with state capture actors that have cost the nation billions, while highlighting the involvement of over 5 000 employees and the urgent calls for accountability
How R50m Covid-19 hospital renovations ballooned to R500m
An investigation reveals how a Gauteng hospital renovation project, initially budgeted at R50m, ballooned to R500m, prompting the SIU to take action against companies involved in the overcharging.
How R50m Covid-19 hospital renovations ballooned to R500m
An investigation reveals how a Gauteng hospital renovation project, initially budgeted at R50m, ballooned to R500m, prompting the SIU to take action against companies involved in the overcharging.
Former Joburg State attorney blames subordinates for R32 million fraud
Kgosisephuthabatho Lekabe, the former head of the Johannesburg State Attorney’s Office, shifts blame to colleagues amid R32 million fraud allegations.
Former Joburg State attorney blames subordinates for R32 million fraud
Kgosisephuthabatho Lekabe, the former head of the Johannesburg State Attorney’s Office, shifts blame to colleagues amid R32 million fraud allegations.
NSFAS lease agreement under scrutiny as SIU plans legal action
Legal action is imminent as the SIU investigates the NSFAS lease agreement, raising questions about transparency and accountability in higher education.
Parties welcome ‘long overdue’ SIU probe of eThekwini's water and sanitation unit
The municipality, which is the only metro in KwaZulu-Natal, is governed by the ANC-IFP and EFF coalition and boasts a cool budget of R67. 2 billion for the 2024/2025 financial year.
SIU to take legal action against NSFAS office lease agreement
SIU is set to initiate legal proceedings to terminate NSFAS’s costly office lease in Cape Town, which has raised concerns among lawmakers regarding financial management.
SIU calls for revocation of 36 University of Fort Hare honours degrees
The Special Investigating Unit is pushing to revoke the honours degrees of 36 students from the University of Fort Hare due to irregular admissions. This follows a comprehensive investigation into the university's practices and allegations of maladministration.
SIU recovers R2 billion in overpayments to universities and TVET colleges
The Special Investigating Unit has uncovered R2 billion in overpayments made to universities and TVET colleges, revealing significant discrepancies in the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s funding processes.
SIU fails in bid to set aside R45m food parcel contract
The corruption-busting unit was unsuccessful in overturning a R45. 6 million tender to provide food parcels due to delays in launching its Special Tribunal application.
SIU, state attorney’s office overwhelmed by Covid-19 corruption cases
Corruption-busting unit unsuccessful in overturning a R45. 6 million tender to provide food parcels due to delays in launching its Special Tribunal application
SIU sets sights on R1bn graft at Eskom
Alarmingly, 334 Eskom employees were found with financial ties to vendors, and a staggering 5 464 individuals failed to declare any conflicts of interest.