The Presidency criticised these appointments due to both firms’ involvement in state capture, stating they undermine public trust and good governance.
“The Presidency has noted with concern the recent appointments of McKinsey as a supporting partner to the B20, the business engagement group that meets on the sidelines of the G20 and coordinates the participation of business in the G20, and Bain to the Project Management Office of the Energy Council of South Africa,” the Presidency in a statement on Sunday.
It added: “Similarly, the Presidency does not condone the inclusion of Bain in supporting the activities of NECOM [National Energy Crisis Committee]. The appointments do not contribute to the engendering of public trust and promotion of good governance, given the well documented role of the two firms in state capture and corruption.”
Earlier this month, the NPA announced that McKinsey would repay R1.1 billion for its role in corruption involving Eskom and Transnet contracts.
The Presidency urged businesses to select more trustworthy partners for such critical positions.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu