Former Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba testified at the Commission of Inquiry into allegations of State Capture for the first time on Friday 21 May 2021 and dealt with his estranged wife’s allegations.
Malusi Gigaba gave evidence relating to dodgy dealings with the Gupta brothers during his tenure as Minister of Public Enterprises from 2010 to 2014.
In her testimony his estranged wife Norma Mngoma said that Malusi Gigaba visited the Gupta family’s compound in Saxonworld, Johannesburg. However Gigaba denied these allegations.
During his testimony, the former Finance Minister admitted to knowing the fugitive Gupta brothers. He told the Commission that he does not remember how many times he met the Guptas.
He also denied having any business dealings with the Guptas saying he only attended their social and cultural events. He also denied having private meetings with Gupta associate and businessman Salim Essa.
