By REGINALD KANYANE
9 May 2025- The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) in the North West said is deeply disturbed by the latest revelations of financial misconduct in the City of Matlosana, where R4.5 million was allegedly paid to EK Construction within hours—without any verified work being done. The party said this is not an isolated incident.
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party Provincial Convenor, Alfred Motsi in North West said, it is a continuation of deep-rooted corruption, mismanagement and lawlessness under the ANC-led administration. Motsi said they have previously called for the disbandment of the Matlosana Local Municipality and the immediate arrest of executive mayor, Fikile Mahlope.
“This latest scandal confirms that the municipality is completely dysfunctional and without leadership. Despite being under mandatory provincial intervention, officials bypassed legal and financial controls and paid inflated invoices on the same day they were issued and ignored the basic requirement of verifying service delivery.
“This was done in direct violation of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), with no endorsement from the provincial representative as required,” he said.
Motsi further said Matlosana residents continue to suffer under this alleged corrupt regime, while connected service providers enrich themselves with public funds. He added that Mahlope and senior officials must be held accountable and law enforcement agencies must act swiftly.
“We reiterate our call for the immediate disbandment of the Matlosana Local Municipality, the arrest of Mahlope and all officials implicated. We call for a full forensic audit into all contracts awarded by the municipality since 2022 to date.
“This should include urgent intervention by the Hawks, SIU and National Treasury. The people of Matlosana must no longer be betrayed by the ANC’s broken promises,” said Motsi.
He said they urge residents to vote for the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP)—a movement that stands for ethical leadership, clean governance, and true service to the people. Motsi said people should let them put an end to corruption.
“Let us build a new future together,” he said.
Meanwhile, Mahlope’s response to these allegations will be incorporated into the article when received.
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