ActionSA has, today, formally laid a criminal complaint with the Boipatong South African Police Services (SAPS) in connection with the shocking abandonment of the Boipatong Old Age Home project – a publicly funded development that has cost taxpayers over R28 million – yet remains incomplete, vandalised and without any services delivered, coupled with the certified value of actual work done at only R13 million, suggesting possible overpayment or fraudulent certification of work.
The complaint, submitted by ActionSA Gauteng Provincial Chairperson Funzi Ngobeni, outlines compelling evidence of financial misconduct, fraudulent expenditure and gross dereliction of duty by both contractors and government officials.
“This project is a textbook case of how corruption and incompetence rob communities of dignity,” said Ngobeni. “We will not allow public funds to disappear while our elderly continue to suffer without care or protection.”
The project, originally implemented by the Emfuleni Local Municipality, was later handed over to the Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development (DID) for completion. Yet, years later, no accountability has been taken for the failure to deliver the old age home – despite payments exceeding R28 million to contractors and service providers.
Key Allegations in the Complaint:
• R25 million paid to contractors JM Mcwango Trading and Makgotamishe Building Construction, despite the site being abandoned.
• Professional fees of over R3 million paid with no service benefit.
• No recovery of funds or disciplinary action taken against any official.
• Possible violations of the PFMA, MFMA, and anti-corruption legislation.
Boipatong SAPS indicated that, due to the amount involved, the case will be referred to the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the Hawks. ActionSA appreciates the courteous and diligent assistance from the police officers.
In addition to opening the criminal case, ActionSA will formally:
• Request the Gauteng Premier to exercise his executive authority to petition the President of the Republic for the issuance of a Proclamation in terms of Section 2(1) of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act, 74 of 1996.
We call on Premier Panyaza Lesufi to:
• Publicly release the full audit trail of this project.
• Explain why no action has been taken against the companies and officials involved.
• Commit to recovering the public funds and completing the facility for the benefit of Boipatong’s elderly.
ActionSA stands firm in our mission to uphold clean governance and protect public resources. The people of Boipatong, and South Africa at large, deserve justice, accountability and service delivery.
ActionSA Lays Criminal Complaint and Demands Full Investigation into Boipatong Old Age Home Scandal
ActionSA has, today, formally laid a criminal complaint with the Boipatong South African Police Services (SAPS) in connection with the shocking abandonment of the Boipatong Old Age Home project – a publicly funded development that has cost taxpayers over R28 million – yet remains incomplete, vandalised and without any services delivered, coupled with the certified value of actual work done at only R13 million, suggesting possible overpayment or fraudulent certification of work.
The complaint, submitted by ActionSA Gauteng Provincial Chairperson Funzi Ngobeni, outlines compelling evidence of financial misconduct, fraudulent expenditure and gross dereliction of duty by both contractors and government officials.
“This project is a textbook case of how corruption and incompetence rob communities of dignity,” said Ngobeni. “We will not allow public funds to disappear while our elderly continue to suffer without care or protection.”
The project, originally implemented by the Emfuleni Local Municipality, was later handed over to the Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development (DID) for completion. Yet, years later, no accountability has been taken for the failure to deliver the old age home – despite payments exceeding R28 million to contractors and service providers.
Key Allegations in the Complaint:
• R25 million paid to contractors JM Mcwango Trading and Makgotamishe Building Construction, despite the site being abandoned.
• Professional fees of over R3 million paid with no service benefit.
• No recovery of funds or disciplinary action taken against any official.
• Possible violations of the PFMA, MFMA, and anti-corruption legislation.
Boipatong SAPS indicated that, due to the amount involved, the case will be referred to the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the Hawks. ActionSA appreciates the courteous and diligent assistance from the police officers.
In addition to opening the criminal case, ActionSA will formally:
• Request the Gauteng Premier to exercise his executive authority to petition the President of the Republic for the issuance of a Proclamation in terms of Section 2(1) of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act, 74 of 1996.
We call on Premier Panyaza Lesufi to:
• Publicly release the full audit trail of this project.
• Explain why no action has been taken against the companies and officials involved.
• Commit to recovering the public funds and completing the facility for the benefit of Boipatong’s elderly.
ActionSA stands firm in our mission to uphold clean governance and protect public resources. The people of Boipatong, and South Africa at large, deserve justice, accountability and service delivery.