Corruption
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South Africa
Nov 18, 2025
Dr Malusi Gigaba has been formally added as the fifth accused in a corruption case involving former Transnet executives. His matter was postponed to 30 January 2026 for disclosure of the docket, provision of an indictment, and transfer to the high court.
The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has formally added Dr Malusi Gigaba as the fifth accused in a corruption case involving former Transnet executives.
The matter was heard at the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crime Court on Tuesday and has been postponed to 30 January 2026 for the disclosure of the docket, provision of an indictment, and transfer to the high court.
Dr Gigaba was issued with a summons by IDAC on 7 November 2025 and appeared at court as required. His case has been combined with that of Anoj Singh, former Group Chief Financial Officer of Transnet, Brian Molefe, former Group Chief Executive Officer, Siyabonga Gama, former Chief Executive Officer, and Thamsanqa Jiyane, former Chief Procurement Officer in the Transport Freight Rail division.
The charges relate to the period between November 2010 and May 2014, when Dr Gigaba served as Minister in the Department of Public Enterprises. During this time, Transnet engaged in acquiring locomotives to expand and modernise rail infrastructure. The State alleges that tender processes were flouted and three contracts were irregularly awarded, resulting in a loss of billions of rands.
Henry Mamothame, spokesperson for IDAC, said, “All the accused were presented with an updated charge sheet. Dr Gigaba appeared in accordance with the rules and will address the allegations through the court. Today’s appearance was procedural and no substantive proceedings took place.”
Dr Gigaba shared on his social media account that the matter has been postponed and that he will respond to the allegations in court. His lawyer confirmed that the case relates to the period he served as public enterprises minister and that the state will allege he received financial benefits that translate to corruption.
Dr Gigaba has served in several Cabinet portfolios including finance, home affairs, and public enterprises and currently sits in Parliament as an ANC member of Parliament. His court appearance has raised questions about the application of the ANC step aside policy for members charged with serious offences.
