DA challenges Minister Gordhan to bar public servants from doing business with the state
7 June 2015
The DA challenges Cooperative Governance Minister Pravin Gordhan to ensure that all municipalities implement the DA-run Western Cape's policy of barring all public servants from doing business with the state.
According to the latest Auditor-General’s report on municipal audit outcomes, tender irregularities were cited as a major concern for the misuse of public funds.
A staggering R781 million worth of tenders were found to be awarded to close family members of Councillors and other public officials. A total of 99% of the R11.3 billion incurred in irregular expenditure was pinned to non-compliance with tender regulations (see City Press report).
This widespread and unlawful practice runs against the interests of the South African people who desperately need better services delivered. The looting of the public coffers must stop.