N$8 000 bail for ex-Katima official accused of fraud
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A former Katima Mulilo Town Council employee, Precious Namasiku Kasika, was granted bail of N$8 000 following her court appearance on Wednesday. She was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) on Tuesday on three charges related to corruption and money laundering.
Kasika is accused of abusing her position for personal gain, submitting a false document, and contravening the Prevention of Organised Crime Act. The charges relate to a March 2020 incident in which she allegedly collected a N$1 500 fine for an illegal water connection but submitted only N$750 to the council.
The ultimately led to her dismissal following a legal review. Her case has been postponed to 30 July.
Kasika is accused of abusing her position for personal gain, submitting a false document, and contravening the Prevention of Organised Crime Act. The charges relate to a March 2020 incident in which she allegedly collected a N$1 500 fine for an illegal water connection but submitted only N$750 to the council.
The ultimately led to her dismissal following a legal review. Her case has been postponed to 30 July.
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