Here’s a snapshot of some of the corruption incidents* we’ve received from the public recently, so you can get a feel for the kind of trends we're picking up: a jobs-for-friends scheme by a senior HR manager, bribes in exchange for test passes at a certain Gauteng traffic department, a Harley Davidson biker targeted for tjo-tjo and corruption with a subcontractor at a well-known power plant.
Scheme to create jobs for pals
“I want to remain unknown for safety.There is Massive Corruption and Nepotism for posts in the Operations Department of ***. Post are created to accomodate cronies by the General Manager(***) and the Senior Manager HR(***).They have appointed the two Managers with education requirement lower than that of their vacant subordinates (Regional Managers).*** studied a diploma which is 100% irrelevant to the position he has been offered.Word is that he was involved in writing the advert to accomodate him with lower qualifications.Any professional HR Specialist,can confirm that *** is handled by an unqualified person. How the MD approved the appointments,is a shock to most staff members.”
Experienced something similar? Report it to Corruption Watch here.
‘Pay me R1 200 and I’ll pass you’
“It was around 9:00am when I arrived at the *** Station. I went to Reception to ask the time when I was supposed to go in such that I could be tested on my theory for driving. I was asked to sit inside and wait for 9:45am. I decided to go and wait outside since it was cold inside. Few minutes later I was called by the same official- the receptionist- who had told me about the time. He said, You know the test is very difficult. You will not pass. I asked why? He said, it is done online now, so if you want and you have the money I will arrange for you. He said, give me the R1200.00 and the receipt [that you received to come for the test]. Instead of going at 10:00am you will go at 11:00am and then the lady inside will help you. I was puzzled and shocked to hear this. I said I would love to pass but I have no money . I had no intention of giving a bribe. We parted. After the test I failed and the lady did not agree to give me a printout. Maybe I didn't answer correctly or since I was told I will not make it unless I accept to be helped at the cost of R1200.00. I met another lady I knew from my previous attempt to do this particular test. She asked me whether I had passed. I told her that I didn't. She continued talking and said , I am going to register again and I am going to buy it. Then she related her story which was similar to mine. I decided I would not go to *** anymore but rather go to ***.”
Experienced something similar? Report it to Corruption Watch here.
Cop takes of name badge, demands ‘bonus’
"A massive roadblock was conducted by JMPD on Main Road in ***. I was singled out because I ride a Harley Davidson and told I can afford to pay a "cash bonus" or otherwise my Tuesday would become very difficult. I have a Harley Logo on my license plate and this was given as the reason why I would have my bike impounded and would have to walk to work if I don't pay. The officer had removed all identification from his reflective jacket and would not give his name.”
Experienced something similar? Report it to Corruption Watch here.
Corrupt subcontractor at power station
“A company called *** pty ltd is producing false invoices for work not done as a subcontractor at *** power station. have project managers and site agents all on the pay roll. steeling millions of rands. *** runs the company that he has registered with his mother of 79 year olds name in order to qualify for tenders and contacts. He works closely with the site managers and site agents. they produce and qualify and aprove invoices for yellow machines rented and civil work done that was either never done or completed to the value of millions. They then al share in the profit.”
Experienced something similar? Report it to Corruption Watch here.
*Extra details that could identify the reporter or the accused have been taken out.
