Mahumapelo blames NEHAWU strike for stalled probe into Gupta-linked company contract
5 April 2018
Forensic investigations instituted by North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo into the provincial department of health have been hindered by the ongoing strike by members of the National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union (NEHAWU), his office says.
NEHAWU members have embarked on a now one-month strike over the awarding of a R180m contract to Gupta-linked company Mediosa.
The office of the premier instituted forensic investigations into allegations of procurement irregularities in the contract, however, it says, investigators have experienced setbacks.
"The investigators are unable to access critical documents and information which is in the premises of the department of health," said the premier's spokesperson, Brian Setswamburg.