Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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South Africa is spending over R300 million a year paying suspended public servants — some for years without resolution.

One official has earned more than R5 million while sitting at home since 2019.

Delays in disciplinary cases, weak systems, and prolonged suspensions are costing taxpayers millions.

Full story in the Sunday Times.

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