SASSA fraud-accused facing over 1 000 charges unmasked in court

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SASSA fraud-accused facing over 1 000 charges unmasked in court
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The Magistrate ordered the 10 SASSA fraud-accused to remove their masks and hoodies during their court appearance on Tuesday.

Ten South African Social Security Agency fraud-accused made their second appearance at the Lenasia Magistrate’s Court on 18 March 2025.previously reported that Songezo Zibi, Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts , praised SASSA and the police’s efforts after the arrests.The 10 SASSA fraud-accused made their first court appearance at the Lenasia Magistrate’s Court on Monday.

A sixth official reportedly also gave themselves to the police on Monday, according to the National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson, Phindi Mjonondwane. More suspects may be added to the matter. The state revealed that another suspect is still on the run, reportedRESPONSE TO CHARGES AGAINST SUSPECTS IN ‘FRAUD SCHEME’

“We cannot win this fight alone. We appeal to the members of the community to assist us to root out the scourge,” said Matlou.Zimabwean war veteren Blessed Geza alleges that Mnangagwa was behind Chiwenga’s 2020 health crisis and other suspicious military deaths.

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