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Students who received NSFAS funding despite not meeting eligibility criteria are subject to repayment of the amounts they received. The SIU is actively collecting these funds.
- Who it is for:
- students who received NSFAS grants without qualifying
- How to act on it:
- Individuals must respond to SIU notices and repay funds as directed; no formal application process exists — enforcement is automatic based on investigation findings.
The Special Investigating Unit is authorised to investigate allegations of corruption, unlawful expenditure of public funds, procurement irregularities, and serious maladministration related to various municipal projects in Umzumbe between 1 January 2013 and the date of publication. The investigation includes specific projects such as the construction of municipal offices, road rehabilitation, and the building of sports and heritage centres.
- Who it is for:
- officials and employees of Umzumbe Local Municipality, public officials involved in municipal projects, and any individuals with relevant information
- How to act on it:
- Provide evidence or information to the Special Investigating Unit through official reporting channels
Directors of organisations that misused NLC funds must sign an Acknowledgement of Debt confirming their liability to repay the misappropriated amounts. Khutso Daniel Makwela, director of Todi Media Development Foundation NPC, admitted misuse and signed an AOD.
- Who it is for:
- directors of organisations that misused public funds
- How to act on it:
- Sign an Acknowledgement of Debt (AOD) with the Special Investigating Unit
The SIU has received authorisation to probe nine contracts within Eskom and to expand its investigation into the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform.
- Who it is for:
- Eskom officials, contractors, and officials in the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform
- How to act on it:
- No public action required; this is a formal investigative mandate.
The SIU has been empowered to investigate the New Age Breakfast Briefings, a media event hosted by the SABC, which may involve corruption across several state entities and local contracts.
- Who it is for:
- media personnel, officials from state entities, and local government officials in Makana
- How to act on it:
- No public action required; this is a formal investigation directive.
The Special Investigating Unit has been authorised to conduct investigations into multiple state entities, including Eskom, SABC, Transnet, and others, over allegations of corruption and maladministration.
- Who it is for:
- state-owned enterprises and departments under scrutiny
- How to act on it:
- No public application or submission required; this is a formal investigative mandate.
The SIU has been authorised to amend an existing investigation into South African Airways (SAA), expanding or adjusting the scope of scrutiny over alleged misconduct in the airline’s operations and procurement processes, as mandated by a newly issued proclamation.
- Who it is for:
- SAA executives, employees, contractors, and stakeholders involved in SAA’s procurement and operational decisions
- How to act on it:
- No direct action required from the public; the SIU conducts the probe under its statutory authority. Reports of misconduct can be submitted via official SIU channels.
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is authorised to investigate allegations of serious maladministration and improper or unlawful conduct in the procurement of goods, works, or services related to four specific vaccine research and development projects involving the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). This includes contracts for a National Vaccine Manufacturing Strategy, an overarching vaccine development and manufacturing strategy, and projects related to a Virus-Like Particles (VLP) platform.
- Who it is for:
- contractors, officials, and stakeholders involved in vaccine research and manufacturing projects funded by DSTI, TIA, UKZN, or CSIR
- How to act on it:
- No direct application or submission required; the investigation is conducted by the SIU based on its legal mandate. Individuals may report relevant information to the SIU through official channels.
The Special Investigating Unit is authorised to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), including any financial losses resulting from negligent or corrupt actions.
- Who it is for:
- SASSA staff, beneficiaries, contractors, and any entity involved in SASSA operations
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; the SIU will conduct investigations independently based on its mandate.
The Special Investigating Unit is authorised to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of Newcastle Municipality in KwaZulu Natal, including any financial losses caused by negligence or corrupt practices.
- Who it is for:
- officials and employees of Newcastle Municipality, contractors, and any individuals or entities involved in municipal affairs
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; the SIU will conduct investigations independently based on its mandate.
The Special Investigating Unit is authorised to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of the South African Council of Educators (SACE), including any financial losses due to negligence or corrupt practices.
- Who it is for:
- SACE staff, educators, and any entity involved in SACE functions
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; the SIU will conduct investigations independently based on its mandate.
Individuals can report suspected corruption or maladministration within Transnet by submitting information via the SIU's online hotline. The SIU protects all whistleblowers and investigates credible allegations.
- Who it is for:
- any individual with knowledge of corruption or maladministration at Transnet
- How to act on it:
- Visit the SIU website and submit an email through the whistleblowing hotline