R34M Paid for Missing Vehicles | Johannesburg News

A company owned by Mpho Edward Malema, arrested over a R16 million Emfuleni fleet tender scandal, was actually paid R34 million — sparking outrage as seven of 18 promised vehicles are recovered and others remain missing. The municipality insists the money isn’t stolen but admits discrepancies under police investigation, while Malema faces corruption charges and a bail hearing on September 14. With procurement tied to a National Treasury contract, officials vow to release more details only after court cases conclude — leaving the public demanding answers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-09-14-r34m-paid-in-emfuleni-ghost-fleet-tender-scandal/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/054af258be403e2d Report issues to [email protected].