Terry Pheto and associates implicated in Lotto FraudTerry Pheto, Her Sister and Thula Sindi-Image Source@X
Renowned actress Moitheri “Terry” Pheto, known for her role in the iconic film Tsotsi, along with her sister Dimakatso and fashion designer friend Thula Sindi, is facing scrutiny over the alleged mismanagement of an R5 million grant designated for a poultry farm from the National Lotteries Commission (NLC).
 
An investigative report released by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has implicated the trio in what appears to be a misallocation of funds intended for developmental projects.

Details of the Alleged Fraud Terry Pheto ran

The report, presented to Parliament’s trade and industry portfolio committee, reveals that a substantial sum of R5 million was allocated to a company named Zibsibix by the NLC in December 2018. However, the funds were dispersed into various accounts, raising questions about their ultimate usage, as reported by Timeslive.

Financial Transactions

According to the findings, Thula Sindi’s company, Black Planet Trading, received R140,000, while Moitheri Pheto’s enterprises, including Tsoseletso and Sunguti Projects, amassed a staggering R3.2 million. Additionally, Dimakatso Pheto was noted to have received R124,000 and R315,000 through different channels.

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Use of Funds

The investigative trail uncovers a series of transactions, including the purchase of a farm in the Vaal area, purportedly for Dimakatso Pheto’s benefit, amounting to R850,000. Further expenditures, totalling R209,000, were allocated for farm supplies and the acquisition of a vehicle.

Legal Consequences for Terry Pheto and her associates

The severity of the situation is underscored by the SIU’s decision to refer the case to the civil litigation unit for fund recovery, with criminal referrals being prepared for the National Prosecuting Authority.

The breakdown of payments implicates multiple entities, including Black Planet Trading, Tsoseletso, and Pheto Safe and Cleaning, among others.

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Related Developments

In a related development, Moitheri Pheto’s residential property, a lavish three-storey house located in Bryanston, has been auctioned off. Allegations suggest that a significant portion of the R20.2 million earmarked for a safe circumcision campaign was diverted to construct the Bryanston property, valued at R3 million.

By Letho