Faizel Patel – 09/03/2021
The Eskom board has given the green light for an investigation into allegations of against the utility’s CEO Andre de Ruyter.
In a statement, Eskom’s board says the allegation not only brings the power utility into disrepute, but it also threatens distract the focus of the Executive Team from restoring Eskom to operational and financial sustainability.
The Board says it will appoint an independent Senior Counsel to conduct the investigation.
“The Counsel will be empowered to interview any person that may be of assistance in the probe, and consider any evidence, and will then report back to the Board and make recommendations.The Board unanimously and unequivocally stands against racism and sexism, and for transformation and employment equity.”
The board says it is committed to transparency and will provide updates at critical stages of the investigation.
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