Mabuyane commends Hawks for arrests linked to ghost worker payments
Mabuyane says fraud and corruption negatively affect service delivery.
Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane praised the Hawks for arresting six municipal officials from Kumkani Mhlontlo Municipality. These officials are accused of defrauding the municipality of R2.8 million through payments to non-existent workers. Mabuyane emphasizes that fraud and corruption undermine service delivery to vulnerable communities.
He expresses satisfaction with the police's actions, stating that the arrests send a clear message to government officials engaged in corrupt practices that undermine development. The AmaMpondomise kingdom, however, deems the arrest of these officials as a severe blow to the legacy of King Mhlontlo. Kingdom spokesperson Phakamisa Tyali strongly condemns the alleged corruption and urges government officials to emulate King Mhlontlo, who was known for his unwavering commitment to serving his people honestly and without seeking personal gain.
Tyali argues that leaders must understand their primary responsibility is to serve the people, not the other way around.
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