Ramaphosa Orders Corruption Probe at State IT Agency (Sita)
President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorized the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to launch a corruption probe into the State IT Agency (Sita). The investigation follows allegations of maladministration and irregularities in procurement processes.
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Scope of the Investigation
The SIU will focus on the procurement of a turnkey asset management software solution. Key areas of scrutiny include:
- Compliance with National Treasury guidelines
- Potential irregularities or lack of transparency
- Wasteful expenditure
- Unlawful conduct by Sita employees or suppliers
Investigation Timeline
The probe will cover activities from 13 July 2017 to 16 May 2025, including any relevant conduct before or after this period.
“Evidence of criminal conduct uncovered during the investigation will be referred to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).”
Legal Consequences and Preventive Measures
The SIU has the authority to:
- Initiate civil action in court or a special tribunal
- Identify systemic failures
- Recommend measures to prevent future losses
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