The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa’s board was dissolved on Wednesday by Transport Minister Dipuo Peters.
Letsoalo was seconded to the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa by Transport Minister Dipuo Peters last year.
The first statement of its kind, it signals the state’s concern over its exposure to Eskom and others.
Only one investigator left to deal with mountains of evidence in rail authority corruption probe.
The Mail & Guardian apologises unreservedly to Makhensa Mabunda and to Siyaya Consulting Engineers
The sheriff of the Western Cape High Court attached seven of Prasa’s coaches on Monday in lieu of R2.4-million owed to Chuma Security.
Prasa chairperson Popo Molefe has dropped a bombshell, claiming that R80-million from a controversial train deal may have found its way to the ANC.
Popo Molefe vows to institute private proceedings if state agencies continue to drag their feet.
We may be appalled by the huge amount being spent on this investigation, but something has to be done.
The tense stand-off between one-time allies Dipuo Peters and Popo Molefe is stalling the rail agency’s R172-billion upgrade.
Former Prasa chief executive officer Lucky Montana refutes public protector Thuli Madonsela’s report on the crisis that went on at the organisation.
Lucky Montana has launched a scathing attack on public protector Thuli Madonsela, labelling her findings as irrational and unsubstantiated.
The rail agency claims a local company duped it by trading on a German rail firm’s name and reputation.
The rail agency is also demanding that the 13 locomotives already delivered be sent back.
The public protector has released scathing findings against Prasa and recommended action be taken against former chief executive Lucky Montana.
Former Prasa chief Lucky Montana has filed corruption charges against SA Fence & Gate, saying the firm defrauded the state’s passenger rail agency.
At its mid-year lekgotla, the ruling party expressed concern about the retrenchment policies of mining companies and their impact on the economy.
Passenger Rail Agency of SA CEO Lucky Montana has been dismissed — apparently for his statements attacking the board.
Transport company Gibela, 61% owned by Alstom, has been awarded an order to build 3 600 carriages in Prasa’s revamp.
After failing to meet 52% of its targets in the year, it has been reported that Prasa has lost millions to irregular spending.