A former auditor at the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has been jailed to an effective 20 years behind bars after being found guilty of fraud and corruption.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in Gauteng confirmed the sentencing of Monica Pretorius this week.
Pretorius, 55, was found guilty of multiple counts including fraud and corruption by the Specialised Commercial Crime's Court sitting in Palmridge.
NPA spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane said Pretorius was convicted a year ago on July 11, 2023 and her sentencing took place this week.
The 55-year-old's conviction relates to her acceptance of gratification from co-accused Cornelius Kriek in exchange for her role in facilitating fraudulent VAT refund claims amounting to R54 million.
