Minister of Communications Yunus Carrim has welcomed the proclamation by President Jacob Zuma, directing the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of serious maladministration in the affairs of the South African Post Office (SAPO).
“The investigation will help the SAPO to deal with mismanagement, account more accurately for public funds, and plan properly for a sustainable post office in a rapidly digitising era,” says Carrim.
The outcome of the SIU investigation would empower the SAPO to ensure that action is taken against those found guilty of misconduct, and assist the department to stabilise the SAPO and bolster its efforts to exercise more effective oversight over the Post Office, Carrim says.
“We call on everyone to co-operate fully with the SIU so that the investigations can be concluded speedily.”
Nelly Manzini, acting chairperson of the SAPO, also welcomed the proclamation. “The outcome of this intervention will provide input to the SAPO to strengthen governance and allow the company to play its rightful and undisputed role of enabling economic opportunity and promoting the social inclusion of all South Africans.”
Manzini adds that the timing of the intervention proves a good opportunity for the SAPO, as the company is currently in the process of implementing a business overhaul strategy, backed by a detailed corporate plan, which is aimed at improving its overall performance and market position.
