Probe launched into alleged interference in Tshwane security tender

ActionSA national chairperson Michael Beaumont. Picture: Gallo Images/Darren Stewart Fresh allegations of political interference in a lucrative City of Tshwane security tender have prompted ActionSA to launch an internal investigation, as details emerging from the Madlanga commission raise concerns about possible manipulation of the procurement process. The tender, reportedly issued by the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) in 2024, sought service providers to secure municipal infrastructure for a three-year period.

South African Police Service (Saps) Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s recent testimony, however, suggests efforts were made to influence which companies would benefit from the contract. Evidence presented before the commission included communications between Nkosi and City of Tshwane chief financial officer (CFO) Gareth Mnisi, as well as exchanges involving TMPD deputy chief Umashi Dlamini. Nkosi told the commission that Dlamini had drawn up a list of seven preferred service providers, allegedly supplied by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).

Nkosi said he also put forward two companies of his choice to the CFO, one of which is allegedly owned by his brother. Mnisi indicated he had been in discussions with both the EFF and ActionSA regarding the tender, according to Nkosi. Allegations have also surfaced implicating Tshwane MMC for Corporate and Shared Services, and ActionSA councillor, Kholofelo Vivian Morodi. ActionSA national chairperson Michael Beaumont has since said that the party is taking the claims seriously and has initiated an internal process to determine whether any of its members were involved.