The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is executing a search and seizure warrant at the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) premises in Centurion, Pretoria. The Special Tribunal granted the warrant on 17 September 2026, and the SIU is executing it with assistance from the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as the Hawks.

Following the signing of Proclamation 316 of 2026 by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 03 June 2026, the SIU wrote to PSIRA requesting documents relating to the procurement or contracting for training services by or on behalf of PSIRA and the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), relating to the delivery of Election Observer Training, End-User Computing Training, and “PSIRA Grade E to C ”Training to 7,071 targeted learners across nine provinces. The contract value is estimated at around R130 million.

The SIU’s request for documents was only partially complied with, and the bundles sent to the Unit omitted a year’s worth of documents necessary for the investigation. The SIU deemed it necessary to seek a search warrant from the Special Tribunal to seize documents and electronic devices, such as cell phones and computers, to assist an ongoing investigation.

The SIU uses search and seizure as a last resort to obtain information to assist with an investigation, after failing to secure full cooperation through cordial engagement.

The SIU is empowered by the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act 74 of 1996 (SIU Act) to subpoena bank statements and cellphone records, search and seize evidence, and interrogate witnesses under oath to investigate allegations brought before the Unit fully.

The SIU is also empowered to institute civil action in the High Court or a Special Tribunal in its name to correct any wrongdoing uncovered during investigations caused by acts of corruption, fraud, or maladministration. In line with the SIU Act, the SIU will refer any evidence pointing to criminal conduct it uncovers to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) for further action.

Enquiries:
Selby Makgotho
Spokesperson: Special Investigating Unit
Cell: 083 718 6128
SIUMedia@siu.org.za