SIU and specialised police units execute search warrants in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng in R161 million UIF-TERS fraud syndicate investigation
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is today conducting a coordinated search and seizure operation across KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng as part of its ongoing investigation into a sophisticated syndicate that allegedly siphoned approximately R161 million from the Unemployment Insurance Fund’s (UIF) Covid-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS). The operation is supported by specialised units of the […]
SIU granted an order to freeze assets linked to Eskom employee involved in the awarding of R54 million tender
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order from the Special Tribunal to freeze a luxury property in Bendor, Polokwane, and a motor vehicle. This follows an intensive investigation that uncovered an alleged bribery and corruption scheme where an Eskom employee and his family received approximately R8 million in payments from companies unlawfully […]
KZN Education MEC ordered to discipline 16 officials involved in the awarding of R2.5 million irregular mobile toilet contract for schools
The Member of the Executive Council (MEC) of Education in KwaZulu-Natal has been ordered by the Special Tribunal to initiate disciplinary proceedings against multiple departmental officials implicated in the irregular awarding and extension of a R2.5 million contract for chemical toilets at schools. This order was issued as part of a broader judgment that also […]
SIU obtains order to freeze assets in R27 million Northern Cape PPE Fraud case
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured an interim preservation order from the Special Tribunal to freeze three high-value properties valued at approximately R8.4 million. The properties are linked to the alleged looting of approximately R26.96 million from the Northern Cape Department of Health. This decisive action forms part of the SIU’s ongoing civil proceedings […]
SIU closes corruption value chain: Investigates Transport fraud, recovers R14.7 million and returns funds to provinces
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has successfully recovered and returned R14.7 million to six Provincial Departments of Transport in its efforts to restore accountability and protect public resources. These funds were irregularly diverted from the Nationwide Rolling Stock Fleet (NRSF) project, and their restitution forms part of a broader investigation under Proclamation R37 of 2017. […]
SIU welcomes arrest of Tembisa Hospital employee for corruption and recovers R13.5 million from the official
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) welcomes the arrest of Mr Zacharia Tshisele, an employee at Tembisa Hospital, for alleged corruption. This arrest follows an extensive SIU investigation into procurement irregularities at the hospital. During the investigation, the SIU uncovered evidence that Mr Tshisele received unlawful gratification from various service providers at Tembisa Hospital between 01 […]
SIU welcomes conviction and sentencing of former NWDC CFO Kudakwashe Mpofu for fraud
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) welcomes the conviction and sentencing of former North West Development Corporation Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Kudakwashe Mpofu by the Mmabatho Regional Court on two counts of fraud. On 12 November 2025, Mpofu was sentenced as follows: The conviction follows an SIU investigation into a fraudulent Permanent Residence Permit (PRP) held […]
SIU notes the R600 million settlement agreement between Nedbank and Transnet regarding the interest swap transaction
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) notes the settlement agreement reached between Nedbank and Transnet SOC Limited regarding the interest rate swap transactions. As part of the settlement agreement, Nedbank will pay Transnet R600 million and the SIU and Transnet will withdraw an application in the Gauteng Division of the High Court of South Africa in […]
SIU authorised to investigate the South African Tourism Board over alleged irregular media buying and services not rendered
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of serious maladministration and improper conduct in the affairs of the South African Tourism Board (SA Tourism) and to recover any financial losses suffered by the State. Proclamation 297 of 2025 empowers the SIU to investigate allegations of the […]
SIU hosts International Fraud Awareness Week to forge stronger law enforcement ties
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) marked the International Fraud Awareness Week on Thursday, 20 November 2025, with a nationwide event. The event was headlined by the Head of the SIU, Adv. Andy Mothibi, with the Public Protector of South Africa, Adv. Kholeka Gcaleka, as the guest speaker. This coordinated activity took place across all SIU […]