National Treasury launches forensic probe into contracts linked to Madlanga Commission allegations

By Johnathan Paoli

The National Treasury has launched a forensic investigation into the awarding of several transversal contracts following allegations of improper conduct involving a former Treasury official that emerged during proceedings before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Treasury said the investigation was prompted by evidence presented to the commission and would be conducted by independent forensic investigators appointed by the department.

“It has been alleged at the Madlanga Commission that a former employee improperly influenced the awarding of various transversal contracts during his time at the National Treasury. In light of the seriousness of the allegations presented, the National Treasury has initiated an investigation into the awarding of transversal contracts concluded during this period,” the statement said.

The announcement follows testimony before the commission linking senior police officials, businesspeople and former National Treasury chief procurement officer, now suspended SAPS divisional commissioner for