“Today, the ANC and its leaders stand accused of corruption. The ANC may not stand alone in the dock, but it does stand as Accused No 1.”
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“I am sure that you are aware that across the nation there is a sense of anger and disillusionment at reports of corruption in our response to the coronavirus pandemic. This anger is understandable and justified,” he said. He said that while the current allegations about corruption in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic had brought this issue sharply to the fore, the reality was that corruption in SA had far deeper roots.
“They see how this deviant behaviour goes unchecked and allows unscrupulous and sometimes criminal elements to flourish. Then there were “jobs for pals”, where politicians and officials disregarded hiring procedures to employ family members, friends or associates. This “state capture” was being laid bare through evidence being heard by the Zondo commission of inquiry.
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