Preservation order issued against Selaelo Selota’s Mercedes-Benz linked to National Lotteries Commission investigation
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order from the Special Tribunal against Mr. Selaelo Phillemon Selota, restraining him from selling or disposing of a Mercedes-Benz C200 Avantgarde allegedly purchased with misappropriated funds from the National Lotteries Commission (NLC). These funds were meant for building an old-age home and for providing elderly care […]
SIU authorised to investigate alleged maladministration in State Information Technology Agency and Bushbuckridge Local Municipality
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed two new proclamations—Proclamations 258 and 259 of 2025—authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration and corruption at the State Information Technology Agency (SITA)and Bushbuckridge Local Municipality in Mpumalanga Province. Proc 258 of 2025 – State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Proclamation 258 of 2025 directs the Special […]
SIU secures 24.9 million preservation order in alleged NLC corruption
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has obtained a preservation order from the Special Tribunal to freeze assets worth R24.98 million linked to the alleged misappropriation of a National Lotteries Commission (NLC) grant. The order, granted on 10 April 2025, freezes two luxury properties and a high-value Powerstar vehicle stem from funds that were meant for […]
Inaugural meeting of the Water Sector Anti-Corruption Forum marks a critical step in fighting corruption
Today, 14 May 2025, marks a great milestone in South Africa’s fight against corruption with the inaugural meeting of the Water Sector Anti-Corruption Forum (WSACF). The WSACF is based on Pillar Six of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS), which emphasises the protection of vulnerable sectors and the enhancement of integrity management and anti-corruption mechanisms. This […]
Special Tribunal sets aside irregular Free State Health EMS tenders and orders the SIU to recover payment of R532 million
The Special Tribunal has ruled against Buthelezi EMS and its affiliated companies, declaring the Free State Department of Health’s award of multi-million-rand tenders for inter-facility emergency medical services unlawful, unprocedural and unconstitutional. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) instituted civil proceedings to review and set aside the irregular tenders awarded to Buthelezi EMS, as well as […]
15th Commonwealth Regional Conference of Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Africa to drive collaborative solutions against corruption
The 15th Commonwealth Regional Conference of Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Africa is taking place in Cape Town from May 5 to May 9, 2025. This conference unites leaders from 21 African nations to develop actionable strategies under the theme: “Enhancing Inclusive Participation of State and Non-State Actors to Prevent and Combat Corruption.” The conference […]
SIU authorised to investigate allegations of maladministration in 7 tenders at Mbombela Local Municipality
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration in Mbombela Local Municipality, Mpumalanga Province’s affairs and recover any losses the State suffered. Proclamation 257 of 2025 authorises the SIU to investigate serious maladministration in connection with seven tenders involving the affairs of the Mbombela […]
SIU secures preservation order against the pension benefit of former SANDF official for Covid-19-related corruption
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order from the Special Tribunal, effectively interdicting the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) and the Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA) from paying out a pension benefit of approximately R1.5 million due to Ms Nangamso Tyibilika, a former senior official of the South African National Defence Force […]
Joint Statement : SIU and Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund sign MOU to enhance collaboration against fraud and maladministration
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund (LPFF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday morning aimed at bolstering cooperation in investigating fraud, corruption, and maladministration in the legal profession and related sectors. The partnership is established under the framework provided by Chapter 3 of the Constitution of the Republic […]
SIU and Transnet welcome High Court decision to set aside the R8 billion locomotive contract
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and Transnet SOC Ltd are pleased to announce the momentous judgment delivered by the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, which sets aside the 2014 contract between Transnet and Wabtec South Africa Technologies (formerly GE South Africa Technologies) for the procurement of 233 diesel locomotives, valued at approximately R8 […]