Irregular Dealings
AN investigation conducted by the civil society group the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) into allegations of corruption and irregularities has uncovered how millions were looted at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and Service Sector Education and Training Authority (SSETA).
The investigation revealed how service providers and public servants formed a network to assist each other in tender processes and got involved in business relationships.
Outa also found there were close links between officials in the Department of Higher Education and service
