Victoria de Beer-Mthombeni, the former executive mayor of Ngwathe in the Free State, and her husband are believed to be involved in tender extortion. The allegations have sparked an investigation, with the Hawks and the Free State Provincial Government taking an interest in the matter. De Beer-Mthombeni served as the mayor of Ngwathe from 2018 to 2021. Her husband's identity has not been publicly disclosed.
According to sources, the alleged tender extortion scheme involves the manipulation of municipal tenders to benefit connected individuals or companies. The Free State Provincial Government has expressed concern over the allegations, citing the need for transparency and accountability in municipal affairs. An investigation by the Hawks is underway to uncover the extent of the alleged tender extortion.
The Ngwathe municipality has faced challenges in recent years, including allegations of corruption and mismanagement. In 2020, the municipality was placed under administration due to financial mismanagement. The current allegations against De Beer-Mthombeni and her husband have raised concerns about the prevalence of corruption in the municipality.
The Free State Provincial Government has assured residents that it will cooperate fully with the investigation and take action against those found to be involved in corrupt activities. The provincial government has also emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in municipal affairs. Residents of Ngwathe have expressed hope that the investigation will lead to the rooting out of corruption in the municipality.
De Beer-Mthombeni has not publicly commented on the allegations, but sources close to her have indicated that she will cooperate with the investigation. Her husband's involvement in the alleged tender extortion scheme has also not been publicly confirmed. The Hawks have urged anyone with information about the alleged scheme to come forward.
The investigation into the alleged tender extortion scheme is ongoing, with the Hawks working to gather evidence and identify all individuals involved. The Free State Provincial Government has pledged its support for the investigation and has assured residents that it will take action against those found to be involved in corrupt activities.
The allegations against De Beer-Mthombeni and her husband have sparked widespread concern in the community, with many residents calling for greater transparency and accountability in municipal affairs. The outcome of the investigation is eagerly awaited, with hopes that it will lead to a reduction in corruption and improved governance in the Ngwathe municipality.
Key points
- Former Ngwathe Mayor Victoria de Beer-Mthombeni and her husband are accused of tender extortion.
- The Free State Provincial Government has assured residents that it will cooperate fully with the investigation.
- The Hawks are conducting an investigation into the alleged tender extortion scheme.
