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Mike Lomas corruption scandal no surprise, says Paul O'Sullivan.

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Michael Lomas, a former Eskom contractor, was arrested in connection with a R745m fraud relating to the Eskom Kusile power plant. Corruption buster Paul O'Sullivan joined the BizNews Power Hour to share his thoughts on the arrest. Currently, South African prosecutors are seeking Lomas' extradition. A UK court will soon decide whether whether has a case to answer in SA, reports Bloomberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Apr 2021 5AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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