SANRAL has clarified that its Gauteng provincial head, Progress Hlahla, was not involved in the awarding of two contracts to Moriel Infrastructure Group, which is linked to businessman Lawrence Mudzinganyama. The clarification comes after social media claims suggested a connection between Hlahla and the controversial business ties. SANRAL issued the statement on Tuesday to address the allegations.
The contracts in question remain active despite the recent scandal involving threats linked to the Sandton area. Local authorities in eThekwini have confirmed that the Moriel contract is still in place. The situation has sparked public debate about transparency and accountability in public procurement.
The controversy highlights ongoing concerns about the influence of private interests in public infrastructure projects. While SANRAL has distanced itself from the business connections, the contracts remain under scrutiny. The case underscores the need for clearer guidelines to prevent potential conflicts of interest.
The ongoing investigation into the Sandton threats scandal continues, with officials emphasizing the importance of maintaining public trust in administrative processes.
