Cape Town – Former Johannesburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has been placed on special leave amid fraud and corruption charges related to an investment and funeral insurance company he previously managed in Soweto.
He was arrested last week, and sources indicate that coalition partners were not consulted about his leave.
Gwamanda was summoned to meet with Mayor Dada Morero on Tuesday to address the allegations against him.
[BREAKING NEWS] Former Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda is placed on special leave. The Community Development MMC is facing fraud and corruption charges.
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In a press release confirming the news, Morero stated: “As part of the City’s dedication to integrity, good governance, and accountability, I have made the decision to place MMC Gwamanda on immediate special leave and to relieve him of all his executive responsibilities.”
The myor said that the allegations would be forwarded to the Speaker of the Council, who will manage the situation in accordance with the established processes and regulations of the Council.
“The Executive Mayor believes that both administrative and political leadership must uphold their oath of office, guided by the code of conduct and ethics, in serving the public office,” read the statement.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
