Pikitup Probe reveals ‘irregular tenders’

An investigation has uncovered evidence of “irregular” tenders awarded by City of Johannesburg waste management company, Pikitup. “Having concluded the forensic investigation… [the] report confirms that there is prima facie evidence of irregular awarding of contracts,” mayoral committee member Matshidiso Mfikoe said. The investigation was carried out by the Joburg Risk and Audit Service and Ernst & Young. It also implicated a number of employees and board members. Pikitup is a municipal entity mandated to provide waste management services.

Source: www.iol.co.za

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