Kanyi was appointed by KMC as a dumpsite consultant and debt collector. He had appeared before the Commission and reappeared on Monday for a continuation of his testimony.
After being engaged on a series of matters of crucial concern to the Commission, another issue surfaced. He was questioned over a 2019 imprest of D180,000 that was given to him. Witness Kanyi however said he could not remember. He was given the file to see the information.
After reading, he confirmed but could not account for it. He was asked to provide the Commission evidence of how he spent the money.
According to KMC files examined by the Commission, Kanyi was suspended from work for two weeks due to unruly behaviour. However, he said, “I cannot remember. I have never received it.” He added he has never served a suspension at the KMC.
In October 2018, he was a compliance director of the KMC. He was asked about his roles and responsibilities, but he said he could not remember. Lead Counsel Patrick Gomez read his terms of reference. Witness Kanyi then said he was not executing his responsibilities as dictated in his contract.
Kanyi will reappear on another date to be scheduled by the Commission.
Meanwhile, the Local Government Commission of Inquiry is set up to conduct a holistic and fair review of the administrative and financial operations of councils. The objective is to improve governance and management of grassroots affairs as in line with best practices that promote transparency and accountability.
It continues to host witnesses from the KMC.
