Note to editors: Please find attached English and Afrikaans soundbites by Cllr Hilton Maasdorp and Sesotho by Jafta Mokoena MPL
The Democratic Alliance (DA) Dihlabeng Caucus welcomes the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) inquiry into significant irregularities within Dihlabeng Municipality. This probe, long overdue, exposes further concerns within the scandal-ridden, ANC-controlled administration.
We expect the investigation to uncover numerous illicit activities, potentially including fraud and violations of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act. For years, the DA has consistently voiced concerns and raised allegations of misconduct within various portfolio committees and municipal council meetings. We trust that the investigation will include scrutiny of senior politicians alongside municipal officials to ensure accountability.
The DA will closely monitor the investigation’s progress, advocating for transparency and justice on behalf of the residents of Dihlabeng. Mismanagement has direct repercussions on service delivery and public trust, which must be restored.