South Africa: SIU to Probe 'Maladministration, Improper Conduct' Allegations At South African Tourism Board

South Africa: SIU to Probe 'Maladministration, Improper Conduct' Allegations At South African Tourism Board

[SAnews.gov.za] The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) will probe allegations of maladministration and improper conduct in the affairs of the South African Tourism Board, in relation to the procurement of media buying services at the entity.

Ramaphosa authorises SIU to investigate SA Tourism board

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate the South African Tourism (SA Tourism) Board over maladministration allegations. This investigation will focus on the alleged irregular media buying contracts and payments for undelivered services at SA Tourism. The proclamation covers allegations of unlawful and improper conduct that occurred between March 2020 and November 2025. …

Zimbabwean CFO Kudakwashe Mpofu Sentenced In SA for fake papers

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed the conviction and sentencing of Kudakwashe Mpofu, the former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the North West Development Corporation (NWDC), for fraud. On 12 November 2025, the Mmabatho Regional Court handed down the following sentences to Mpofu, a Zimbabwean national: Count 1: 3 years’ imprisonment (may be converted to correctional supervision) Count 2: 3 years’ imprisonment, wholly suspended…

SIU probe into SA Tourism set to uncover financial mismanagement

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) will investigate allegations of maladministration and improper conduct within the South African Tourism Board (SA Tourism), reports Cape {town} Etc. The investigation will not only scrutinise the board’s operations but also seek to recover any financial losses incurred by the State. Proclamation 297 of 2025 empowers the SIU to examine specific allegations concerning the procurement of media buying services. T…