Appointment of Maximum of 2 (two) Service Providers to Maintain and Service Electrical Infrastructure on Municipal Building & Facilities of Steve Tshwete Local Municipality for the Period of 36 Months As and When Required

Parliament is escalating efforts to resolve the R110B+ municipal debt crisis to Eskom through a new inter-ministerial committee, citing governance failures and corruption. This signals heightened scrutiny and potential procurement disruptions for municipalities and suppliers in the energy sector.

• Inter-ministerial committee to be formed to address R110B+ municipal debt to Eskom, signaling potential budget constraints for affected municipalities

The SIU's successful dismissal of a Mpumalanga official for COVID-19 PPE procurement corruption underscores intensified anti-graft enforcement in public sector tenders. Suppliers with questionable pandemic-era awards face debarment risks, while departments may accelerate compliance audits.

• SIU investigation led to dismissal of Mpumalanga Public Works official for corruption in COVID-19 disinfection service procurement

The government's renewed focus on SEZs as economic catalysts means heightened procurement activity in industrial and infrastructure projects. Suppliers in construction, logistics, and sector-specific manufacturing should prepare for increased tender opportunities tied to SEZ development and expansion.

• Government reaffirms commitment to SEZs as drivers of industrialisation, investment, and job creation