Special Investigation Unit (SIU) v Mazibuko and Others (GP010/2021)
Special Investigation Unit (SIU) v Mazibuko and Others (GP010/2021) [2021] ZAST 9 (4 October 2021)
The Tribunal found that the SIU's application fell squarely within its jurisdiction, as the relief sought was civil in nature and aimed at forfeiture of proceeds of unlawful activity. The evidence established that Mr Mazibuko was a de facto director and sole signatory of Thephunokheja's bank account, which received substantial payments from Eskom suppliers CLM and Thembathlo. The respondents failed to provide any legitimate explanation or supporting documentation for these payments, and there was no evidence of services rendered by Thephunokheja in the mining sector. The Tribunal held that Mr…
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- Forfeiture Of Proceeds Of Unlawful Activity
- Conflict Of Interest
- Non Disclosure Of Interest
- Prevention And Combating Of Corrupt Activities Act
- Prevention Of Organised Crime Act
- Special Investigating Units And Special Tribunals Act