African National Congress officials will announce their position regarding Free State Premier Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae following deliberations about an integrity panel assessment addressing fraud and corruption accusations. Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula is scheduled to communicate the executive committee's decision after reviewing allegations involving the premier and her husband concerning tender irregularities and money laundering claims.
Letsoha-Mathae reportedly received instructions to begin leave while investigators examine accusations from a contractor who alleged providing luxury vehicles and cash payments in exchange for procurement awards. The party directed MEC Jabu Mbalula to assume temporary leadership responsibilities as the assessment proceeds.
Opposition groups have criticized delayed enforcement actions and demanded accountability, while Letsoha-Mathae denies wrongdoing and pursues defamation proceedings against her accuser.
Letsoha-Mathae reportedly received instructions to begin leave while investigators examine accusations from a contractor who alleged providing luxury vehicles and cash payments in exchange for procurement awards. The party directed MEC Jabu Mbalula to assume temporary leadership responsibilities as the assessment proceeds.
Opposition groups have criticized delayed enforcement actions and demanded accountability, while Letsoha-Mathae denies wrongdoing and pursues defamation proceedings against her accuser.
