SIU probe into Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Works tender welcomed

Summary:

Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit's (SIU) probe into allegations of maladministration and corruption related to a R295 million tender to refurbish the Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment Works in the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality. The investigation aims to determine whether unlawful and improper conduct was committed during the tender process. The SIU will also investigate allegations of fraud and recover any financial losses suffered by the state. The project to upgrade the treatment plant will be implemented in stages, with an emphasis on stopping or reducing pollution from Rooiwal in the early stages. The Department of Water and Sanitation and the City of Tshwane have formed a partnership to manage the project, with the Development Bank of Southern Africa appointed as an independent implementing agent.