SIU authorised to probe PPE tender in the Department of Defence
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration in the affairs of the Department of Defence and recover any losses the State suffered. Proclamation 260 of 2025 authorises the SIU to investigate serious maladministration, focusing on irregularities linked to Bid Number CPSC-UB-M-013-2021 for the […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
SIU to investigate the National Skills Fund, Department of Public Works and Infrastructure and expand inquiries into SABC, Eskom, PetroSA, Transnet, SAA, Human Settlements, Alexkor and SACE
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed five proclamations—two new and three amendments—authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of the National Skills Fund and the National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. The President has also amended existing proclamations to expand the scope of investigations into the […]
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber and Special Investigating Unit Head Andy Mothibi tolaunch Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum (BMIACF)
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, and Special Investigating Unit Head, Adv Andy Mothibi, are scheduled to launch the Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum (BMIACF) on Tuesday, 25 April 2025, in Pretoria. This initiative forms a key part of the intensified and coordinated effort to clamp down on corruption in this sector. […]
SIU obtains interim interdict to prevent R10 million mansion proceeds from being paid to a former NLC board member
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has successfully obtained an interim interdict from the Special Tribunal to preserve R10 million in proceeds from the sale of a Waterkloof, Pretoria, mansion, which is linked to an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and maladministration involving the National Lotteries Commission (NLC).The property in question is owned by the BDH […]