Senator Sicalo Warns Against ‘Bomahamba Nendlwana’ Contractors

Lobamba – Senator Sicalo Dlamini has cautioned Government against awarding tenders under the E2.4 billion National Housing and Infrastructure Programme to “Bomahamba nendlwana” contractors, a term he used to describe companies that suddenly emerge when lucrative government tenders become available, but disappear afterwards. He questioned what had happened to contractors who were previously awarded the […] The post Senator Sicalo warns against ‘Bomahamba nendlwana’ contractors appeared first on Independent News Eswatini.

Lawyers advising clients bidding for government tenders in Eswatini, particularly under the National Housing and Infrastructure Programme, should anticipate heightened scrutiny on contractor legitimacy and financial stability. Compliance officers should review their due diligence processes for new or less-established contractors to mitigate risks associated with 'fly-by-night' operations and potential procurement irregularities.

Source: Original reporting via Independent News Eswatini