Question NW2329 to the Minister of Science and Technology
15 November 2016 - NW2329
Lotriet, Prof A to ask the Minister of Science and Technology
Whether, with reference to her reply to question 456 on 14 March, the specified investigation into the project manager at the Nkowankowa Demonstration Centre has been finalised yet; if not; if so, (a) what were the findings and (b) is the specified project manager still under suspension?
Reply:
(a) The forensic investigation into alleged maladministration at the Nkowankowa Demonstration Centre (NDC) has been finalised. The investigation confirmed that there was gross financial maladministration of NDC affairs as well as other forms of unethical conduct.
(b) Given the serious findings of the investigation, the Departmental terminated its relationship with the project manager.