VBS Mutual Bank can now seize former president Jacob Zuma’s cattle, furniture and other realisable assets to repay his R6.5-million loan for his homestead at Nkandla in KwaZulu-Natal. This on the back of an order in VBS’ favour by the High Court in Pietermaritzburg, delivered on Tuesday.
The Big Four auditing firms - Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC - played a systemic role in economic crimes and State Capture. The evidence suggests that these firms have prioritised profit over professional duties and the law. Accountability and reform of the industry is thus essential.