There are ongoing investigations into alleged fraud and corruption, including reported procurement irregularities at Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) in Richards Bay.

This follows an October 2024 whistleblower report alleging irregularities relating to two tenders, which triggered both internal and external investigations.

According to Transnet, the preliminary findings of the external investigation, received in April, resulted in the precautionary suspension of the managing executive responsible for TPT’s Richards Bay operations.

“Transnet is implementing the recommendations arising from the investigation, while further investigations into other matters raised in the preliminary report remain under way,” said Transnet in a statement last week.

The entity said the investigations have led to the restriction of seven companies through National Treasury processes, and disciplinary action against employees implicated in theft, corruption and fraudulent activities.

“To date, 45 employees, including managers, have been dismissed,” said Transnet.

Several investigations and disciplinary processes also remain under way, including matters relating to Richards Bay Terminals.

Transnet said it has also logged a formal complaint with the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, with the matter referred to the Durban Serious Corruption Investigation Unit.

“Transnet remains committed to the highest standards of governance, accountability and integrity, and maintains a zero-tolerance stance towards fraud, theft, corruption and any form of impropriety.

“The organisation will investigate credible allegations, take appropriate action where wrongdoing is established, and strengthen its controls to protect the integrity of its operations,” the entity noted.

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