Corruption report not finalised

2003-12-09 16:01

Kimberley - A forensic report on alleged corruption by Northern Cape MEC John Block has not yet been finalised, a spokesperson for premier Manne Dipico said on Tuesday.

Mafu Davis said Block, MEC for transport, roads and public works as well as provincial chairperson of the African National Congress, was still serving in all his posts.

A recent newspaper report alleged that Block was likely to resign this week following a damning forensic audit of his department.

Dipico was believed to have recommended that he be dismissed, the report maintained.

Davis denied this, saying there was still no indication when the results of the Auditor General's investigation into Block's department would be released.

A first draft had been finalised, but the final report still had to be handed to Dipico, Davis added.

Block, who is currently heading the ANC's Northern Cape election list, has been accused of widespread corruption, involving travel claims, among others.

Dipico ordered the forensic investigation into the allegations a few weeks ago.

Official complaints have reportedly been lodged with the Public Protector and the National Prosecuting Authority's Scorpions unit as well.

- SAPA