FORMER DEPUTY MINISTER OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES APPEARS IN COURT ON CORRUPTION RELATED CHARGES

on 3rd Oct 2025

01 OCTOBER 2025

FORMER DEPUTY MINISTER OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES APPEARS IN COURT ON CORRUPTION RELATED CHARGES

The former Deputy Minister of Correctional Services, Thabang Makwetla appeared before the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on charges relating to the contravention of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA) and fraud, after his arrest by the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC). He was granted R10 000 bail and his matter was postponed to 04 November 2025 for disclosure.

The charges emanate from the alleged security upgrade to his home by BOSASA in 2015, valued at approximately R350 000. His repeated failure to disclose this material benefit to Parliament over four years, violated his legal and ethical duty under the Members of Parliament Code of Ethical Conduct and Disclosure of Members’ Interests.

Enquiries:

Henry Mamothame

IDAC - Spokesperson

082 317 5731

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