SIU probes PPE tenders at Defence Dept
The Special Investigating Unit is set to investigate allegations of maladministration in the awarding of PPE tenders in the Department of Defence.
The unit is probing irregularities linked to a tender to supply surgical mask elastic loops.
President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised the proclamation.
The proclamation covers allegations of unlawful and improper conduct that occurred between 1
March 2021 and 23 May 2025, as well as any related activities before March 2021.
This is the latest round of a string of investigations into government entities related to possible fraud and corruption during the Covid-19 pandemic.
"The SIU probe will examine whether the procurement and contracting were made in a manner that was not fair, competitive, transparent, equitable, or cost-effective or in violation of applicable legislation, guidelines, or instructions from the National or Provincial Treasury,” the unit said on Monday.
"The probe will also look at any irregular, unlawful, or improper conduct by officials or employees of the Department, its suppliers or service providers, or any other person or entity implicated."
The SIU will refer any evidence of criminal conduct uncovered during its investigation to the National Prosecuting Authority.
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