Billion-Rand Mental Hospital Scandal: Former Officials and Consultants Face Corruption Charges in Northern Cape

Explore the unfolding billion-rand mental hospital corruption scandal involving former government officials and private consultants in South Africa. Learn about the charges, investigation details, and the impact on public finance management.
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Knysna Infrastructure Crisis: How This Garden Route Town Is Falling Behind George and Plettenberg Bay

Knysna, once one of the Garden Route’s shining stars, is now showing alarming signs of infrastructure crisis. While nearby towns such as George and Plettenberg Bay (Plett) thrive under effective governance, Knysna’s roads are crumbling, basic services falter, and the town risks losing its charm and investment appeal.

School Uniform Fraud: Former Western Cape Deputy Mayor Benjamin Zass Convicted Over R20,000 Tender

School uniform fraud cases involving high-ranking officials are especially shocking. In this story, Benjamin Zass, formerly the Deputy Mayor of Cederberg Municipality, was convicted for misappropriating a R20,000 tender intended to provide school dresses for disadvantaged children. This post examines the crime, legal breaches, trial drama, and broader lessons.