25 April 2026 – Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, has confirmed the immediate dismissal of seven additional officials following the conclusion of disciplinary processes into various cases of misconduct.

In a statement on Friday, the department also announced that an additional16 officials have been suspended as part of ongoing disciplinary action, including cases arising from findings emanating from the interim investigation report by released by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU).

The latest dismissals bring the total number of officials dismissed since the establishment of the Government of National Unity (GNU) in July 2024 to 63.

The department said the actions form part of an ongoing crackdown on corruption, maladministration and unethical conduct, undertaken in collaboration with the SIU and other law enforcement agencies.

Since July 2024, the department has initiated a total of 95 misconduct cases related to various irregularities, of which 75 have been finalised. 

This reflects the department’s intensified and consistent approach to consequence management, ensuring that all cases are dealt with decisively and without undue delay.

He added that the department continues to strengthen its internal controls and oversight mechanisms to act against wrongdoing.

“These efforts are yielding measurable progress in restoring integrity to Home Affairs operations. The decisive pace at which the department now processes disciplinary matters, resulting in ongoing dismissals and other disciplinary action, demonstrates our unwavering commitment to cleaning up the damage done to Home Affairs over many years.

“Our zero-tolerance approach does not rely on words – it is demonstrated an ongoing concrete action to rebuild the rule of law in a department that is fundamental to the functioning of our society,” Schreiber said.

He added that the department’ message remains clear on both accountability and reform.

“We will continue to empower and reward the many officials in Home Affairs who are working diligently to implement our digital transformation agenda to deliver dignity for all, while dealing decisively and immediately with anyone found guilty of corruption, fraud or misconduct,” the Minister said. – SAnews.gov.za

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