Metro establishes ethics committee
“We call upon the public to report any behaviour which is suspected to be unlawful and unethical.”
Kwatsaduza – The City of Ekurhuleni has established a dedicated Ethics Office to institutionalise ethics and oversee the implementation of the City’s Integrity Framework.
The City believes this is a step in the right direction to bolster a strong ethical culture and a zero tolerance to fraud and corruption posture.
At the center of the Ethics Office is a clarion call to all employees and suppliers to promote the highest standards of ethical conduct.
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Furthermore, the City is working closely with the Ethics Institute and Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), to capacitate ethics officers, assess governance structures and develop ethics strategies to address the risks facing the City.
Mayor Clr Mzwandile Masina, speaking against any manifestation of corruption, says, “The City is continuously looking for ways to improve good governance and quality service delivery in our City.
“It is our mission to promote active citizenship in the metro, and this includes members of the public assisting us by reporting incidences of fraud and corruption in Government.
“We call upon the public to report any behaviour which is suspected to be unlawful and unethical.
“Speak up! If you see it or hear it, report it! Call the City’s Anti-Fraud Hotline on 0800 102 201 to report fraud and corruption,” he says.
The metro has clamped down on perpetrators through disciplinary processes; swift arrests in collaboration with the SAPS and recoveries of money.
Residents have been urged to be vigilant and be on the lookout for fraudsters, corrupt individuals and never give or accept a bribe.
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The mayor says the metro will never request a fee or cash in order to employ its citizens.
“We will not send out unsolicited e-mails or other messages asking people to open a personal bank account, transfer money to officials or ask for facilitation payments,” he adds.
How to report suspected fraud and corruption
To Report Fraud & Corruption Anonymously Call the Anti-Fraud Hotline Toll Free Number 0800 102 201.
For more information, contact us on ethicsinfo@ekurhuleni.gov.za or go to our Website www.ekurhuleni.gov.za .
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