SI
Special Investigating Unit
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is an independent agency of the South African government which investigates corruption and maladministration in state institutions. It was first established in July 1997 by President Nelson Mandela, although it has not operated continuously since then. As of 2022, the SIU was headed by Advocate Andy Mothibi and had its headquarters in Meyer's Park, Pretoria.
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cameoplus · 2026-04-23
Arrest, charge, conviction, or sentencing in Durban
South African state seizes R32 million Durban property used as drug lab
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cameoplus · 2026-04-21
Police Investigation or Operation in South Africa
South Africa’s SIU freezes Eskom contractor property after R76.5m fraud probe
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cameoplus · 2026-04-18
Make statement (other) in Pretoria
South Africa: Ramaphosa says he has not received Malema letter on Fort Hare fraud probe
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cameoplus · 2026-04-17
Fraud or Financial Crime in South Africa
South Africa’s SIU freezes UIF TERS director’s assets over fraud case
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cameoplus · 2026-04-02
Arrest, charge, conviction or sentencing in Mpumalanga
South Africa court orders companies to repay unlawful R14m PPE tender profits
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cameoplus · 2026-04-02
Consider policy option in Pretoria
South Africa DPSA considers expanding provinces’ power for civil servant lifestyle audits
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cameoplus · 2026-04-01
Praise or endorse in Sandton
South Africa’s President Ramaphosa hails business-government partnership