Is the R2 million Mpumalanga laptop scandal coming to an end? Premier Ndlovu promises transparency

State agency calls for investigation into 22 laptops that cost R2m

The procurement of pricey computers by the Mpumalanga department of basic education has raised questions

Is the R2 million Mpumalanga laptop scandal coming to an end? Premier Ndlovu promises transparency

SITA denies role in R2-million laptop scandal

By Doreen Mokgolo SITA says it was not involved in the purchase of 22 overpriced laptops in Mpumalanga. The laptops cost over R91,000 each and didn’t meet tender rules, says the agency. The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) has denied playing any role in the dodgy purchase of 22 laptops worth R2-million by the Mpumalanga Department of Basic Education. The agency says it has no record of the laptops on its system and no part in the dea…

R90 000 laptops scandal: Sita calls for urgent probe - TechCentral

Sita has denied involvement in the procurement of overpriced laptops by Mpumalanga’s basic education department.

Probe into Mpumalanga laptops to be finalised next week

By Johannah Malogadihlare Mpumalanga premier Mandla Ndlovu has assured the public that an investigation into the alleged mismanagement of funds in the acquisition of laptops by the provincial education department is at an advanced stage.It recently came to light that the department spent over R2 million on office laptops meant for 22 individuals with each costing over R90,000.“Because of the seriousness of this issue, once the investigation is f…

Mpumalanga ANC demands answers on laptop scandal

The ANC in Mpumalanga has joined growing public criticism of a controversial R2-million laptop deal under investigation by premier Mandla Ndlovu’s office. This follows revelations that the provincial education department paid R91 482.50 for each of the 22 laptops meant for office-based staff — sparking outrage in the legislature and among taxpayers. In a statement issued on Tuesday, ANC provincial secretary Muzi Chirwa said the ruling party welc…