Special investigation unit
Phaahla: DoH officials fingered in Digital Vibes saga to be suspended
He said by end of business on Thursday, seven officials will be on suspension for their roles in the irregular communications contract.
The SIU has referred more than 5,500 officials to Eskom to face disciplinary proceedings for, among other things, failing to declare their financial interests, including a number of employees red-flagged after lifestyle audits.
Gauteng Premier David Makhura said one of these officials has resigned, but he's not yet divulged the name of the suspect.
The unit said the graft complaints related to the manufacturing of face masks, the distribution of food parcels and awareness campaigns.
The report recommends that 42 people, including government officials, be prosecuted for fraud and corruption linked to the land reform programmes.
The SIU will also probe contracts involving the Ekurhuleni and eThekwini municipality.
The unit is responsible for high-profile forensic investigations as determined by the president.
Academics and other organisations question why Zuma is taking long to appoint a new SIU head.