The DA’s relentless push for a corruption probe into Tshwane’s ANC Deputy Mayor has forced Mayor Nasiphi Moya to take action and launch an investigation into her second-in-command.
This follows the DA’s demand for a fast-tracked forensic investigation into allegations that a company linked to Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise, Triotic Protection Services, was unfairly awarded a municipal tender for watchman services, potentially in violation of procurement regulations.
“The people of Tshwane deserve transparency and accountability,” said Cllr Jacqui Uys, DA Tshwane Spokesperson on Finance. “We need to determine whether Modise is financially benefiting from the City through this company, which would be a clear violation of the law.”
Concerns were first raised in November last year when the DA flagged the appointment of Triotic Protection Services to the City’s watchman services panel. The Auditor-General had previously identified the contract as a limitation and named Triotic explicitly. Further investigation revealed that a court judgment had been issued in favour of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) against Triotic, ordering the company to pay R59 million in overdue taxes spanning five years. Such a financial burden could have compromised its ability to secure a valid tax clearance certificate, a requirement for municipal tenders.
At the time, it was publicly known that Modise had founded Triotic Protection Services but had stepped down as a director shortly after assuming office as an ANC councillor in 2023. However, new information suggests that despite his official resignation, he may still have strong financial ties to the company.
“While Modise is no longer listed as a director, the company’s registered address remains a property owned by his mother, Nelly Modise,” Uys revealed. “Additionally, the company’s HR manager—who later became a director—is reportedly the mother of Modise’s child. This raises serious concerns about whether he is still profiting from city funds.”
The Municipal Finance Management Act strictly prohibits councillors from conducting business with the municipality. This regulation is reinforced by the City of Tshwane’s own supply chain policy. If it is proven that Modise has continued to benefit financially from Triotic’s municipal contract, the DA insists that immediate corrective action must be taken.
“The DA will not allow this to go unchecked,” Uys asserted. “We will ensure that there is proper oversight and that any wrongdoing is fully addressed.”
With the investigation now underway, Tshwane residents will be watching closely to see if the ANC Deputy Mayor is held accountable for any breaches of the law.
