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Pastor and accomplice appeared in court for alleged tender fraud after arrests in Wolmaransstad, Potchefstroom and Mahikeng


Wolmaransstad - Three suspects saw court over alleged tender fraud. It is alleged that the owner of a construction company was lured to Mmabatho in Mahikeng with promises of securing a tender to install solar geysers

The complainant reportedly met with the suspects, who allegedly posed as officials from a tender committee and the Department of Public Works. During the meeting, they demanded undue gratification from the complainant in exchange for securing the tender




The complainant made payments into the suspects’ bank accounts, but later became suspicious and reported the matter to the North West Provincial Commercial Crime Investigation Unit

Three suspects were traced and arrested in Potchefstroom, Wolmaransstad, Mahikeng, and Mmabatho

Dingaan David Seabe (57), who is also a well known pastor in Mahikeng, Ernest Thabang Phillips (47), and Wakgale Johannes Mosiane (39) have been charged with tender fraud and appeared before court

The accused were remanded in custody until their next court appearance for a formal bail application




The Acting Provincial Commissioner of North West, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, commended the members for swiftly arresting the trio

He further urged members of the public and business community to exercise extreme caution when approached with promises of securing tenders, especially where upfront payments or “facilitation fees” are requested

Legitimate government tender processes are transparent, regulated, and do not require any form of undue gratification to secure contracts




Individuals should verify the authenticity of officials, confirm tender advertisements through official government platforms, and avoid making payments into personal bank accounts. Reporting suspicious activities promptly to law enforcement can prevent financial loss and assist in bringing perpetrators to justice

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