Brian Molefe, Siyabonga Gama arrested for R93m Transnet corruption
Former Eskom and Transnet CEO, Brian Molefe at the State Capture Commission, on 15 January 2021. Picture: Neil McCartney
The Hawks have arrested two former Transnet executives linked to a dodgy R93 million locomotive tender.
Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama handed themselves over to police on Monday morning.
The duo are expected to appear in court on Monday, according to Enca
The Citizen has contacted the Investigative Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) for confirmation of the arrests. This information will be included once received.
Charges
Molefe is currently a member of parliament for Jacob Zuma's MK party.
The other accused in the matter include former CFOs Anoj Singh and Garry Pita, and former treasurer Phetolo Ramosebudi.
They face charges related to the R93.4 million payment to Trillion Asset Management in 2015.
[BREAKING NEWS] The Hawks have arrested two former Transnet executives. They are expected to appear in court today. They are linked to a dodgy R93 million locomotive tender. eNCA's @HeidiGiokos has more details. #DStv403 pic.twitter.com/gTBsEHPNRK — eNCA (@eNCA) June 30, 2025
*This is a developing story
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