Marcus Moloko
Transnet has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating corruption following testimony this week at the Madlanga Commission that linked a former employee to tender irregularities and alleged murder.
The state-owned entity confirmed termination of an employee’s contract in 2024 following internal investigations that revealed irregularities in procurement processes.
A Lucky Molefe, former buyer at Transnet, is wanted in connection with the murder of engineer Armand Swart and the suspected manipulation of tenders worth millions.
Witness B, testifying on October 22, alleged that Molefe “cooked the books” to award a R 1.2 million contract to a company tied to the SK Group, bypassing legitimate suppliers.
In the testimony, Molefe was also linked to the “Big Five” cartel, a syndicate accused of infiltrating law enforcement.
Swart was gunned down in Vereeniging after lifting the lid on pricing schemes.
Witness B claimed Molefe planned the hit to prevent further disclosures.
Molefe’s alleged
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