Six education officers interdicted over fraud

A letter signed by the establishment secretary at the ministry, Peter Mongwaketsi indicates that the interdicted officers include the chief executive secretary at the Kweneng District Council (KDC).

The action was taken after suspicions of fraud in procurement. It is reported the fraud was suspected in the procurement of stationery for primary schools in the Kweneng District. There is suspicion that correct procedures were not followed when the tenders for the supply were awarded.