Special Investigating Unit investigates corruption and maladministration allegations in Telkom
26 January 2022
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed Proclamation R.49 of 2022, authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of Telkom, South Africa’s wireline and wireless telecommunications provider, and to recover any financial losses suffered by Telkom and the State through civil litigation.
The investigation will focus on a possible maladministration in relation to the sale or disposal of iWayAfrica and Africa Online Mauritius; and Multi-Links Telecommunications Limited, and any losses or prejudice suffered by Telkom or the State as a result of such maladministration.
The investigation will also extend to contracting for or procurement of telegraph services (telex and telegrams); and advisory services in respect of the broadband and mobile strategy of Telkom, by or on behalf of Telkom, and payments made in respect thereof in a manner that was not fair, equitable, transparent, competitive or cost-effective; or contrary to applicable legislations.
Proclamation R.49 of 2022 also authorises the SIU to investigate any unlawful, improper or irregular conduct by employees, officials or agents of Telkom; or any other person or entity, in relation to the allegations being investigated.