Mayoral Candidate Cilliers Brink Vows Anti-Corruption "Hit Squad" to Purge Tshwane of Tender Fraud

DA mayoral candidate Cilliers Brink vows to establish an anti-corruption hit squad to purge Tshwane of tender fraud and dishonest officials.

By: AXL Media

Published: May 2, 2026, 7:19 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Independent Online

A Decisive Stance Against Municipal Graft

Democratic Alliance mayoral candidate Cilliers Brink has positioned the eradication of systemic corruption as the centerpiece of his campaign for the City of Tshwane. Speaking to supporters in Mamelodi on Friday, May 1, 2026, Brink asserted that fraudulent activities would be met with immediate dismissal and legal consequences if he assumes the mayoralty. This pledge comes at a critical juncture for the metro, which has recently faced intense national scrutiny regarding its internal governance and the integrity of its administrative processes.

The Shadow of the Madlanga Commission

The candidate’s anti-corruption rhetoric follows high-profile revelations at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, where the City of Tshwane has been a primary focus. Testimony provided to the commission has highlighted significant procurement irregularities and alleged tender fraud within the city’s bureaucracy. These investigations have already led to administrative casualties, including the suspension of Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi. Furthermore, political fallout has occurred within coalition structures, notably with the dismissal of former ActionSA councillor Kholofelo Morodi over allegations of tender manipulation.

Establishment of an Independent Investigative Unit

A key component of Brink’s governance plan is the creation of what he described as an "anti-corruption hit squad" specifically designed to purge "tshwane house" of illicit actors. According to the candidate, this unit would operate with a high degree of autonomy to ensure its work is not compromised by the very systems it is tasked with investigating. The proposed squad would consist of dedicated investigators working in tandem with civil society and the private sector to identify and root out "tsotsis" and "tenderpreneurs" who have historically exploited the city's resources.