IN THE DARK: Time running out for NMB to take action on SIU streetlight tender findings (opens original article in a new tab)

The SIU and South Africa's minister of cooperative governance remain uncertain if Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has taken disciplinary action against 21 officials linked to a streetlight tender corruption scandal, with potential escalation to the presidency if no response is received by next month's deadline.

• SIU and minister are unaware if NMB acted on disciplinary recommendations against 21 officials in streetlight tender corruption
• SIU may report to President if NMB doesn't respond by next month's 90-day deadline
• Minister notes NMB hasn't submitted disciplinary records or updates on 21 officials as required by law
• SIU recommends blacklisting service providers and recovering R35-million from corrupt contracts
• NMB has not provided updates on disciplinary actions despite multiple requests and deadlines