Six eThekwini officials suspended for alleged fraud
eThekwini says it won't hesitate to take action against officials involved in any fraudulent activities.
The city has suspended six senior municipal officials following an investigation into a R17 million irregular transaction.
Spokesperson Gugu Sisilana says the money was meant to be used for three housing projects in various areas, including Umlazi's T-Section.
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She says their integrity and investigations unit uncovered how the funds were transferred to two entities - which the group benefited from.
She's emphasised that the projects are continuing.
"The three housing projects linked to the fraudulent scheme had nothing to do with resettling flat victims, they are ordinary projects of the municipality's human settlements unit.
"The three housing projects are continuing, however there will be a budget shortfall in the current financial year which means their estimated completion will now be during 2024 and 2025 financial year."
