‘No evidence of misconduct’ against Sunday Times editor Makhudu Sefara
Sunday Times editor Makhudu Sefara has been reinstated after an independent investigation cleared him of misconduct allegations. The probe found that funds from a National Lotteries Commission grant were used correctly, contradicting earlier claims by the Special Investigating Unit.
Why it matters
The case highlights the importance of due process and independent verification in high-profile corruption allegations involving media figures.
Arena Holdings has reinstated Sunday Times editor Makhudu Sefara following the conclusion of an independent investigation commissioned by the company, arising from a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) statement regarding the use of funds from a National Lotteries Commission (NLC) grant.
In its statement in April, the SIU claimed that part of the funds, meant for a media training project, had been “diverted” to Sefara’s company Unscripted Communication. The SIU said the funds, initially granted to Todi Media, which contracted Sefara’s company, had not been used for their intended purpose.
Arena subsequently placed Sefara on special leave and commissioned an independent investigation, which was conducted by Werksmans Attorneys.
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