Public works minister Patricia De Lille is facing calls from DA MPs to step down following damning findings by the National Treasury and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) detailing the irregular procurement process for the construction of a R40m fence at the Beitbridge border.

The findings, presented to parliament’s public finance watchdog Scopa on Tuesday, detailed how procurement processes were flouted to suit the bid of one company and consultants.  ..

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