Probe ordered into leased office spaces while government buildings stand empty

Published Apr 29, 2025, 4:53 AM

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has ordered a full probe into shocking reports of R34 million spent monthly on leased office spaces while 41 government buildings stand empty. Lesufi summoned officials for answers and vowed independent forensic investigations, a full cost-benefit analysis, and private-sector partnerships to repurpose idle properties. He insists the Seventh Administration will enforce fiscal discipline, ensure transparency, and slash wasteful spending. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Sizwe Pamla, Spokesperson for Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi

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