During her State of the Province Address on Thursday 8 August, Free State Premier Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae warned that under her watch, corrupt government officials will be handed over to law enforcement and prosecuted.
Mathae stated that fighting corruption and ensuring good governance are critical in maintaining the integrity and functionality of our government. She added that corruption has undermined the ability of the state to drive development faster.
“Under my watch, corrupt officials will be delivered to law enforcement and prosecuted. Corruption breeds, unemployment, poverty, and inequalities. We will strengthen our partnership with the Public Service Commission and law enforcement agencies to combat corruption and maladministration. “ Said Letsoha-Mathae.
She further warned that compliance with financial disclosures and lifestyle audits will be imposed. Consequence management will be implemented with respect to officials who willfully disregard the recommendations of the Auditor General.
Action will be taken in instances where there are irregularities. Letsoha-Mathahe emphasized strongly that officials doing business with the government will be referred to law enforcement agencies and they are implementing the recommendations of the Zondo Commission.
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