11 March 2009
The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the report by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) on its investigation into the fraudulent acquisition of housing subsidies by government employees.
The ANC supports the effort to bring to justice any individuals that defraud the state, taking resources that should be going to deserving South Africans.
The ANC commends the leadership of the Department of Housing for acting on this matter, ensuring that the SIU had access to the information he needed to conduct a thorough investigation. This illustrates the importance of inter-governmental cooperation.
The ANC calls on individuals who have been involved in this fraudulent act to come forward. We also support the continuation of the investigation by the SIU on the remaining suspects.
The ANC is determined to stamp out crime and corruption in any form.
Issued by:
Jessie Duarte
ANC National Spokesperson