The Economic Freedom Fighters has leveled corruption accusations against Tswelopele Local Municipality in Free State, targeting Mayor Kenalemang Phukuntsi and Supply Chain Management Manager Kennedy Lebitsa. The party claims Lebitsa violated hiring protocols by applying for the position immediately after auditing the municipality, despite lacking the required experience. He received a written warning from the Auditor-General but began work on July 1, 2025.
The EFF questions potential nepotism between Phukuntsi and Security Head Terence Edwin Gubanxa, alleging they share an address. The party has demanded transparency regarding suspended officials and irregular spending, citing past audits that revealed R59 million in questionable expenditures. Mayor Phukuntsi has not responded to inquiries about these allegations, which could prompt provincial intervention in the municipality, which serves 50,000 residents.
The EFF questions potential nepotism between Phukuntsi and Security Head Terence Edwin Gubanxa, alleging they share an address. The party has demanded transparency regarding suspended officials and irregular spending, citing past audits that revealed R59 million in questionable expenditures. Mayor Phukuntsi has not responded to inquiries about these allegations, which could prompt provincial intervention in the municipality, which serves 50,000 residents.
