SIU investigation into Rooiwal welcomed

25 September 2023

The Democratic Alliance in Tshwane welcomes the recent announcement of a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigation into the failed tender for the upgrade of the Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Plant.

In October 2022, DA Councillors, along with Councillors of the Multi-Party Coalition, cast their votes in favour of a report advocating for a thorough investigation. The awarding of a tender to NJR Projects, a company with ties to the questionable businessman Edwin Sodi, with a contract value of R295 million is the subject of the investigation.

This investigation represents a significant milestone in our commitment to eradicating corruption within the City of Tshwane. The DA has been resolute in dismantling the intricate web of corruption and political favouritism that was inherited from the previous administration. This mission remains ongoing, and the current investigation stands as a pivotal moment in our continuous efforts to rid the administration of corrupt officials.

The DA believes that this investigation will not only unveil the depths of corruption and political patronage networks that persist in Tshwane but will also contribute to the critical task of recovering funds that the Metro is in dire need of.

Issued by Kwena Moloto, DA Tshwane Caucus Spokesperson, 25 September 2023