Tshwane asks Treasury to blacklist Edwin Sodi's companies
The City of Tshwane has asked National Treasury to blacklist controversial businessman Edwin Sodi’s companies, NJR Projects and Blackhead Consulting.
The two companies were awarded a tender in October 2019 to upgrade the Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment Works plant in Hammanskraal but only completed 60% of the work, costing the metro R290 million.
Blackhead Consulting is owned by Sodi, who is currently facing criminal charges linked to a botched Free State asbestos tender.
Tshwane City Manager Johann Mettler said a blacklisting will see the two companies appear on the National Treasury’s register of restricted suppliers.
"The restriction of the suppliers in question is a clear indication that the City is serious about infrastructure development in Hammanskraal, while in observance of the rules in the ongoing investigation of the Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Plant Project by the Special Investigating Unit and the Hawks. We will continue to give our full support to the investigating agencies.”
The city has entered into a partnership with the Development Bank of Southern Africa to secure funding to implement upgrades to Rooiwal Phase 2.
"The memorandum of understanding entered into by the two institutions details the expansion, refurbishment and upgrading of waste treatment plants, especially Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Plant, which needs urgent attention,” said Mettler.
"Another key factor in the partnership with DBSA is its appointment as the implementing agent for the Rooiwal Project. This will address delays in the project and ensure improved quality of life for our residents.”
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