MK Party urges swift action for Khumbudzo Ntshavheni’s suspension

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Cape Town – Pressure is increasing for Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni’s removal over alleged tender corruption.

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has joined calls for her immediate suspension, citing her position overseeing state intelligence as requiring “utmost integrity and impartiality.”

According to reports, Ntshavheni is under investigation for allegedly awarding an irregular contract worth R584,000 to Makwande Chartered Accountants in 2009 while serving as municipal manager of the Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality.

The Hawks have concluded their investigation, and the docket is now with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), News24 reported.

The MK party criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa, accusing him of selectively applying accountability and shielding Ntshavheni despite serious allegations.

“Minister Ntshavheni’s continued presence in the Presidency is both untenable and dangerous, as it provides her access to sensitive intelligence and positions her to potentially interfere with the work of law enforcement and prosecutorial authorities.

“This glaring oversight is yet another indication of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s selective application of accountability. While he acts swiftly to remove those who do not align with his faction, even on minor allegations, he shields close allies like Ntshavheni, despite serious accusations of corruption and mismanagement,” the party said in a statement.

The DA and the EFF have also urged the President to act swiftly.

In response, ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula defended Ntshavheni, saying that no formal charges have been laid and criticising attempts to try her in the media.

Ntshavheni and her spokesperson, along with the Hawks, have not yet commented on the matter.

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