The SIU is to investigate allegations of corruption and mal-administration dating back from January 2016 to 15 March 2021 as per President Cyril Ramaphosa's proclamation.

According to the North West Provincial Legislature's Onicca  Medupe, the proclamation also issued a probe into malpractice and transactions from the stipulated dates.

According to the SIU report, the entity will focus on procurement processes relating to installation of the parameter fence at Eagle Water Wild Life Resort; project management for the transport infrastructure office in the department and procurement of the rehabilitation of flood damage to road infrastructure.

In a statement, Medupe says the committee is pleased with the state entity's probe into the department. "This is a step in the right direction to show that our President is serious about fighting corruption and maladministration. The law must take its course," she concludes.

OFM News/Blaine Jones