Pretoria: The Hawks’ National Serious Corruption Investigation unit arrested three suspects this morning after warrants for their arrest were executed for fraud and theft in pursuance of common cause. The three suspects, aged 67, 46, and 55, are set to appear in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court.

According to South African Government News Agency, the arrests followed an in-depth investigation launched in April 2024. It was alleged that in 2023, over R1 million was unduly awarded to a service provider in contravention of the Public Finance Management Act. The Hawks released a statement confirming the details of the investigation and subsequent arrests.

The company of one of the suspects is also charged as the fifth juristic person, as the monies were paid to the company. The investigation is ongoing, and further developments are anticipated as the case proceeds through the court system.