Magashule’s Office Solicited Donations From Business On Behalf Of Then FS Premier – Former Aid Tells Zondo Commission

Riyaz Patel

Ace Magashule’s former personal assistant described to the state capture commission Friday how she would solicit donations from business people which was then handed out to people who had approached the premier’s office for handouts.

Moroadi Cholota, who served as Magashule’s aide during his tenure as Free State Premier, testified the premier’s office was often approached by students or cultural groups seeking donations to support their activities or events.

Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo sought clarity.

“If the relevant government department didn’t have money to assist or could not assist for whatever reason, and the office of the premier was also unable to assist; then business people would be approached by the office of the premier?” Zondo asked.

“Correct sir,” Cholota said in response.

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