Issued by: Gauteng Provincial Government
Gauteng Premier, Mbhazima Shilowa met with Judge Heath today (12 July 1999) in Johannesburg. Shilowa was accompanied at the meeting by MEC for Housing, Paul Mashatile.
The meeting took place at the request of Judge Heath to brief the Premier on progress regarding cases, which had been referred to the Heath Unit by the Gauteng Provincial Government.
The cases referred to the Heath Unit by former Gauteng Premier Mathole Mothsekga include Housing subsidies, procurement tender in the Department of Health, Gambling Board and Housing Guarantees.
Judge Heath indicated that his Unit had already made progress in its investigation and that in some cases steps have been taken to recover lost property or prevent loss.
The Premier expressed appreciation of the work of the Heath Unit and pledged his continued support to the Unit in its investigations. The Premier also pledged his and the entire Gauteng Executive Council's co-operation with the Heath Unit in its investigation on cases referred to it by the Provincial Government.
Both the Premier and Judge Heath agreed to meet again as and when it is necessary.
Issued by the Office of the Premier - Gauteng Provincial Government
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12 July 1999