South Africa

AfriForum Accuses Gauteng Premier of Covering Up Corruption in Social Development Department

today9 October, 2024

Background

In South Africa, AfriForum claims Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi is covering up corruption involving fraud and money laundering in the Social Development Department. AfriForum’s Barry Bateman says the Private Prosecution Unit, representing a whistleblower, alleges Lesufi failed to act on forensic reports implicating officials in the misappropriation of funds meant for NGOs. He says Lesufi allegedly appointed a law firm to clear the officials:

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen